Most workshops use Jaltest diagnostics every day for the essentials: reading fault codes, performing resets, and carrying out basic calibrations. But beneath the surface, Jaltest is packed with powerful features that many technicians either overlook or haven’t explored fully. These tools are designed to boost efficiency, speed up diagnosis, and improve the quality of repairs, leading to faster turnarounds and fewer comebacks.
If you’re only scratching the surface, you’re missing out.
In this article, we take a closer look at some of the more hidden features in Jaltest that can transform the way your workshop works.
- Advanced Interactive Wiring Diagrams
Jaltest’s wiring diagrams aren’t just static PDFs — they’re intelligent, clickable, and fully integrated with live diagnostics.
Many technicians don’t realise you can:
- Click directly from a fault code to the exact component on the wiring diagram
- View pin-outs, voltages, and ground points in real time
- Highlight individual circuits to isolate problem areas
- Jump between related diagrams without endless searching
This turns fault-finding into a guided, visual process rather than a manual hunt through documents. For intermittent electrical faults — some of the trickiest to pin down — this feature alone can save hours.
- Guided Troubleshooting and Repair Steps
Jaltest doesn’t just tell you what the fault is — it helps you fix it. The built-in guided troubleshooting function provides:
- Step-by-step checks for the exact fault code
- Expected readings and test procedures
- Common causes and likely outcomes
- Instructions for targeted component testing
It’s incredibly useful for junior technicians who are still developing their diagnostic skills, but experienced engineers also benefit from having a verified repair process at their fingertips — especially when working on unfamiliar systems or manufacturers.
- Technical Data You Didn’t Know Was There
Beyond fault codes and calibrations, Jaltest holds a huge library of technical data, including:
- Torque settings
- Component locations
- Fluid capacities
- Fuse/relay layouts
- Maintenance schedules
Many workshops forget that Jaltest can replace the need for multiple manuals or online searches. Everything is in one place, linked directly to the system you’re already working on.
- System-Specific Test Routines
Jaltest includes a long list of advanced tests that go further than basic diagnostics — tests that simulate conditions, check live component behaviour, and confirm system performance.
Some examples include:
- Injector cut-out tests
- DPF regeneration strategies
- SCR/AdBlue system checks
- Actuator activations
- Pressure and temperature control tests
Not all technicians use these to their full potential, but when diagnosing modern commercial vehicles, these routines can drastically reduce guesswork.
- Remote Assistance Tools (Take Control of a Technician’s Screen)
Eclipse’s optional remote support features allow a master technician or workshop manager to:
- View a technician’s screen
- Assist with diagnostics
- Help interpret data
- Guide technicians through complex procedures
This is ideal for fleet workshops with multiple depots, mobile technicians, or workshops training new staff. It helps ensure consistency and prevents incorrect repair attempts when an expert isn’t available on site.
- GRP – Total Job Management in One Platform
Jaltest GRP is often thought of as just a reporting tool, but it’s much more:
- Store full diagnostic histories
- Track labour and job times
- Manage customers, vehicles, and technicians
- Save wiring diagrams and test results
- Generate professional reports automatically
Most workshops open GRP only to record a job — but using it fully turns your Jaltest kit into a complete workflow platform.
- Customisable Shortcuts and User Layouts
If your technicians use Jaltest daily, small time-savers make a big difference.
We recommend that you take advantage of the following features:
- Create custom favourites for commonly serviced makes
- Save pre-configured diagnostic sequences
- Tailor the dashboard layout for each technician
- Use keyboard shortcuts to speed up navigation
Set it up once and you shave hours off your monthly workflow.
Make Your Diagnostics Work Harder for You
Jaltest is one of the most comprehensive multi-brand diagnostic platforms on the market, but many workshops only use a fraction of what it can do. Exploring these hidden features can help you improve accuracy, increase efficiency, and get vehicles back on the road faster.
Jaltest diagnostic equipment is available from Eclipse, including Jaltest CV, AGV, OHW, Marine, and more — helping you find the perfect kit for your workshop or fleet.
Contact us today to learn more and order your Jaltest software.
