June 2026

A comprehensive guide to Tesla’s diagnostic environment, focusing on Toolbox functionalities, remote access protocols, and data analysis techniques.

Reviewed by Phil Fournier, owner of Phil’s Auto Clinic in Hemet, California.

This shop owner’s setup can be molded into whatever he needs as his business grows and changes.

The Mayhew Tools 5-pc General Pneumatic Set, No. 32222, is designed to deliver durability for professional cutting, ripping, and hammering applications. Features high-strength...

The Hazet Fifth Wheel Plate Lifting Aid, No. 4972-5, features guide handles designed to prevent contact with greasy surfaces and a safety bolt that prevents slipping when the ...

The Challenger Lifts Lift Table, No. BT3300, is a heavy duty scissor lift designed to transform electric vehicle battery and chassis component servicing. The scissor-style lifting...

The Forney Industries X-Series 100 STx Welder is a compact 120V stick and DC TIG welder that adds LCD and arc-force controls to Forney's beginner stick platforms. With up to 85A...

The Hofmann Armored Series Wheel Balancer, No. 2400P, is designed to work with both standard and electric vehicle wheels. It provides an ergonomic design with a framework to ensure...

The TOPDON Circuit Tester, No. CT100, is designed to diagnose circuits across cars, trucks, and motorcycles. The tester features a clear digital voltage display with a built-in...

The Tool Aid Cylinder Leak-Down Test Kit No. 33500 is designed to diagnose internal engine issues such as leaking head gaskets, bad rings, and defective valves, ensuring accurate...

The SUNEX Tools 0.5HP Surface Blaster Kit, No. SX9203, features a Planetary Gear System that delivers increased torque and extends the tool's life. This kit accepts 6" wheels ...

The SUNEX Tools 0.5HP Tire Buffer, No. SX8202, is designed to provide consistent torque and performance for effective tire buffing and rubber removal. Quick-change 5/16" hex chuck...

The Fein Power Tools VersaMAG L Magnetic Vise is a heavy duty vise featuring a 6" jaw width and 6.25" jaw opening. The magnet system has a three-position control (off / 30 percent...

The NEBO COLUMBO 400+ Penlight, No. NEB-POC-0025, is a rechargeable, waterproof penlight and area light. This 400-lm light features Flex-Power Technology which powers the light...

The Milwaukee Tool 2-pc Comfort Grip Cutting Pliers Set, No. MT550-2, is designed to deliver the easiest cuts, engineered with an optimized pivot point for increased leverage ...

The FJC Inverter 400W, No. 53040, is designed to convert DC power into 120V AC power with multiple outlets. The inverter provides portable AC power for cars, trucks, RVs, and ...

The Mac Tools 1/2" Drive Interchangeable Bar Upgrade Kit, No. VIRBBUGK4P, is designed to enhance toolkits with quick-change functionality. Its push-button design allows for easy...

The BendPak Pneumatic Wheel Lift, No. RWL175, is designed for modern custom and heavy duty wheels that require lug-centric mounting. The RWL175 securely supports the wheel during...

The ESAB Ruffian EMP 270G Engine-Driven Welding Generator offers a multiprocess welding output of 270A at 100 percent duty cycle and 11kW of generator power through its multiple...

The Cal-Van Heater Hose Coupler Remover, No. 44100CV, is designed to remove broken heater hose couplers on most vehicles. Splines cut their way into broken heater hose couplers...

The Carlyle Tools 1/2" Drive Air Impact Wrench, No. CPTIW12PB, delivers up to 1,700 ft-lbs of breakaway torque in a lightweight design. The wrench features a high-performance ...

The 6" MEGA Open Magnetic Hook from Gator Magnetics holds up to 45 lbs and is designed to work on thin steel, where traditional magnetic hooks often fall short. Its 6" extended...

The BendPak Wheel Spotting Dish Kit, No. 5215875, is built from heavy-gauge steel to guide cars, trucks, and SUVs into position for service. Designed for daily shop abuse and ...

The AUTOOL Digital Cylinder Pressure Gauge utilizes digital sensing technology and high-precision chips to display pressure values. Equipped with a one-way valve, it accurately...

The Hobart Square Toe Chelsea Boot, No. 813941, from Steel Blue Work Boots is a 6" elastic-sided Chelsea boot with an ErgoDefender steel toe cap, giving the wearer room to move...

The Wiha Tools 8-pc 3/8" Drive SAE Impact Socket Set, No. 72093, is engineered for impact drivers with optimized geometry to reduce cam-out and ensure a precise fit. The set is...

The Lug Ripper II Lug Nut Stud Drill Out Kit, No. LT140, from LTI Tools by Milton, is designed to drill out lug nuts and studs in under 11 minutes with no torch needed. The 16mm...

The GripEdge Tools 9-pc RPT Long Metric Hex Key Set, No. LKHM9LS, is designed for deep or obstructed metric hex fasteners requiring extended reach and angled access. The patented...

The Killer Tools Mobile Dent Light for PDR, No. GR4055, delivers clear visual feedback for professional paintless dent repair. Its 3' LED panel produces sharp reflection lines...

The 4-pc STC Fitting Release Tool Set, No. 38500, from Lisle Corporation features an angled head that provides extra clearance in tight spaces. Works on Ford 6.0L/7.3L high-pressure...

The Atlas Platinum Motorized Spin Balancer w/ Laser, No. PWB70, is an electronic wheel balancer that improves on the quality of the PWB50 mode that features a bigger wheel weight...

The ARI-Hetra Heavy Duty Tire Changer, No. WS-25TC30, is designed to easily mount and dismount trucks, buses, and super single tires. It features an automotive carriage, a manual...

The Bosch TPA 400 is designed for configuring universal TPMS and Bosch QUICK FIT+ sensors. Powered by an integrated OBD module and over-the-air software updates, this tool...

The Killer Tools Heavy Duty Tire Lift, No. ART47, is engineered for safe and efficient tire handling, enabling technicians to remove and install tires with ease. Its heavy duty...

The Hunter Engineering Road Force WalkAway Wheel Balancer is capable of reducing door-to-door four-tire changeover times by up to 45 percent. The key component for the timesaving...

The ProBalance Diagnostic Wheel Balancer, No. E900, from Coats is designed to be a high performing direct drive wheel balancer with new diagnostics. It's up to 10 times faster...

The Ken-Tool Truck Tire Service Kit, No. PN 35645, is engineered for long-lasting performance in the shop or on the road. The kit includes a T45A Tubeless Tire Iron, a 30" double...

The Cal-Van Tools 16-pc Master Wheel Locking Nut Key Set, No. 75510, is designed to remove OEM and aftermarket-specific locking wheel lug nuts while minimizing the risk of damage...

The ESCO HD Stud & Hub Cleaner, No. 50172, is a dual-function tool engineered to clean both wheel studs and hub mating surfaces. This heavy duty tool improves service efficiency...

The Autel MaxiTPMS TS900K8 Kit includes the MaxiTPMS TS900 tablet and eight 1-Sensors. The Android-based tablet offers TPMS, diagnostics, and service functions, including sensor...

The Tire Mechanic's Resource Auto Hub Cleaning Kit effectively removes surface rust and debris from the mating surfaces of wheels, hubs, drums, and rims. Designed for efficiency...

The Launch Tech X-613 Portable 3D Wheel Aligner is a wireless 3D wheel aligner designed with a streamlined industrial structure. It eliminates the traditional beam and cabinet...

The Gaither Tool 14L Bead Bazooka, No. BB14L3, features a 3" barrel and the patented rapid air release valve. With its larger tank, the BB14L3 can handle all automotive, truck...

The Chicago Pneumatic CP8323 Cordless Tire Buffer features a compact design, weighing in at only 1.16 kg. It features two speed settings, 0-1200 rpm and 2500 rpm, for precise ...

The Milton Industries Heavy Duty Digital Tire Inflator and Air Pressure Gauge, No. S-568, features a 360-degree swivel digital display and accuracy of 0.1 PSI up to 255 PSI. The...

The Cojali Jaltest TPMS tool allows technicians to read, check, and program TPMS sensors with coverage of a wide variety of vehicles, including trucks, buses, trailers, and...

The TP58 TPMS Diagnostic Tool from TOPDON allows users to activate, read, diagnose, and service all major OEM and aftermarket sensor brands. Technicians can access sensor IDs,...

The Mule Tire Trolley from Pro-Cut International turns wheel removal and storage into a safe, efficient process, and it can hold up to Class 5 truck wheels. The Mule only...

The Ascot by Corghi Rim Clamp Tire Changer, No. 443-08630, from Ascot Supply, has an outside clamping range of 12" to 28" and an inside clamping range of 14" to 30", and it can...

The Ingersoll Rand 20V Cordless Tire Buffer, No. G4911, can perform up to 45 repairs on a single 2.5Ah battery and prevents expensive repair mistakes with a dedicated two-speed...

The OTC Lug Nut Cap Remover, No. 5047, features specially coated jaws that resist slippage regardless of the force applied. The remover allows users to remove the chrome-plated...

The 33mm Truck Lug Nut Installer and Remover, No. 13550, from Lisle Corporation, is a two-piece hex and twist socket set used for the installation and removal of normal, damaged...

The Alligator TPMS T-10 Torque Limiting Screwdriver, No. 237005, is designed for removing and installing rubber valves on snap-in TPMS sensors and metal stems on clamp-in sensors...