HoodHero: Diagnostics & Repair

Car making a new noise? Explore possible causes and estimated repair costs with JAX. No OBD adapter needed for chat. Membership required.

Understand a car fault, plan the next step and keep a useful record of the work. HoodHero brings JAX AI diagnostic guidance, vehicle records, repair guides and maintenance reminders together for drivers, DIY owners and mechanics.

UNDERSTAND FAULTS WITH JAX Describe what you hear, see or feel. JAX asks follow-up questions and uses your vehicle details to help narrow down likely causes. Add photos or use voice input when it is easier than typing. You can start a conversation without an OBD adapter.

KNOW WHAT THE REPAIR INVOLVES Review estimated DIY and repair shop costs, difficulty, parts, tools and safety guidance before deciding how to proceed. Create vehicle-linked repair guides and follow step-by-step checklists. Save the diagnosis so you can return to it later.

KEEP YOUR VEHICLES ORGANIZED Keep vehicle details, service history, repair records and maintenance reminders in one place. Record completed work, costs, receipts and before, during and after photos. Create PDF records and proof packs with an eligible plan.

VEHICLE LOOKUP Use VIN lookup where supported, including US and Canadian vehicle sources, plus UK coverage. For UK vehicles, registration lookup and available DVSA MOT history are also supported. Coverage and returned details depend on the vehicle, region and data provider.

OBD-II SCANNING Read supported fault codes with a compatible Bluetooth OBD-II adapter and keep scan evidence with your vehicle records. An adapter is required for scanning and is sold separately. Compatibility varies by adapter, vehicle and phone; AI chat does not require an adapter.

GARAGE PRO INCLUDES MECHANIC DESK WEB ACCESS Your Garage Pro subscription also includes HoodHero Mechanic Desk, a separate workspace accessed in a desktop web browser using your HoodHero account. Its workshop features include: • Appointment scheduling and a workshop job board • Customer and vehicle records • Quotes, invoices and PDF proof packs • Technician assignment, team roles and parts tracking • Workshop reporting and accounting CSV export • Stripe payment links and Xero or QuickBooks Online connections where configured

These are browser workspace features; the full Mechanic Desk is separate from the mobile app. Provider integrations require eligible accounts and setup, and availability varies by region.

Mechanic Desk is currently available in English only. Translations are planned soon.

Product information: https://hoodhero.co.uk

MEMBERSHIP AND AVAILABILITY An active membership is required for the app's main features. Features and usage allowances depend on your plan. Mechanic Desk access is included with Garage Pro. Check the in-app membership screen for current plans, prices and terms.

AI guidance and cost estimates can be wrong and do not replace a qualified mechanic or physical inspection. For safety-critical faults, stop safely and seek professional help.

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