Fully certified by CARB since Nov 2022
Silver Snap-Tool
With over 80,000+ tests processed –
Leader in OBD testing for the CA Clean Truck Check program
Silver Snap-Tool is the first software officially certified by the California Air Resource Board (CARB). This user-friendly software tool fulfills all requirements of the California Clean Truck Check (CTC) Program. It supports truck owners and fleet managers in collecting and automatically transmitting the required OBD data for fast emission control and a cleaner environment.
Since January 2023, customers have been able to officially use the Silver Snap-Tool for CA Clean Truck Testing supported by RA Automotive Software Solutions.
Clean Truck Checks
Users
The software is easy to install and operate for all tech skill levels. Our “Get Ready” section and a short tutorial video can assist you step-by-step. For extra convenience, you can choose between a dark or light screen mode.
This unique software is designed to test trucks in a matter of minutes. With our highly reliable and monitored servers we have your data secure and ready to be analyzed, even if CARB experiences downtime.
View all your test results on our website portal. Export data to Excel for reporting. Utilize search fields to find specific results.
Managers: View results for your shop, or region, or company.
Our dedicated US based team offers comprehensive support. You can contact us via email, phone, or the support form below. Every day we strive to exceed our customers´ expectations reflected in exceptional satisfaction reviews.
Silver Snap-Tool was the first CARB-certified solution that covers all areas of the CTC program. It enables vehicle and fleet owners to effortlessly test vehicles and transmit data to CARB for fast analysis.
Silver Snap-Tool is backed by RA Consulting, a company providing excellence in automotive diagnostic software for around 35 years. Silver Snap-Tool is based on our extremely stable and recognized OBD product Silver Scan Tool.
Free Updates
Customers with active DTS account get free Silver Snap-Tool software updates.
Full Service
Get everything you need from us: Software, hardware, service, support.
Technical Support
Dedicated support for your Silver Snap-Tool by our US-based expert team.
Additional Testers
Additional testers added any time free of charge.
License Transfers
Do not worry if you change your computer: Free software transfer.
To run Silver Snap-Tool you need a standard laptop with
The software can run along with other programs. Dedicated laptop not necessary.
Used to connect the computer on which Silver Snap-Tool is operated with the vehicle to be tested. To ensure fast installation and reliable operation of your software, we can supply you with all the equipment from a single source.
Following is a list of CARB-approved VCI hardware devices. Choose between the following options to test vehicles equipped with either an OBDII or J1939 connector.
The devices can be ordered directly from RA Automotive Software Solutions with the form below. Devices not available from us can be purchased on the open market.
U100 is robust and with the necessary adapter cables provides an overall length of 12.7 feet.
DrewLinQ
Kvaser Leaf Light HS v2 OBDII
SAE J1979
Kvaser USA
Kvaser U100 Dsub9 with OBDII and J1939-13 Type II adapter cables
Kvaser USA
DrewLinQ including adapter cable to OBDII / J1939 Type II
SAE J1979, SAE J1939
Drew Technologies, USA
$376
Kvaser Leaf Light HS v2 J1939-13 Type II
SAE J1939
Kvaser USA
$376
$755
$795
DG DPA XL
Nexiq USB-Link 3
Instead of the packages above you can also use the following vehicle communication interface device.
DG DPA-XL incl. adapter cable to OBDII / J1939 Type II
SAE J1979, SAE J1939
Dearborn Technologies, USA
Nexiq USB-Link 3
NEXIQ Technologies, USA
Nexiq USB-Link 2
SAE J1979, SAE J1939
NEXIQ Technologies, USA
$850
$795
No longer manufactured.
Leaf Light v2 cable length is 4.9 feet. If you only require the OBDII connection or only the J1939-13 Type II connection, you can also purchase the devices separately.
Kvaser Leaf Light HS v2 OBDII
SAE J1979
Kvaser USA
$376
Kvaser Leaf Light HS v2 J1939-13 Type II
SAE J1939
Kvaser USA
$376
U100 is robust and with the necessary adapter cables provides an overall length of 12.7 feet.
Kvaser U100 Dsub9 with OBDII and J1939-13 Type II adapter cables
Kvaser USA
$755
DrewLinQ
DrewLinQ including adapter cable to OBDII / J1939 Type II
SAE J1979, SAE J1939
Drew Technologies, USA
$795
DG DPA XL
DG DPA-XL incl. adapter cable to OBDII / J1939 Type II
SAE J1979, SAE J1939
Dearborn Technologies, USA
$850
Nexiq USB-Link 3
Nexiq USB-Link 3
NEXIQ Technologies, USA
$795
Instead of the packages above you can also use the following vehicle communication interface device.
Nexiq USB-Link 2
SAE J1979, SAE J1939
NEXIQ Technologies, USA
No longer manufactured.
How to install Silver Snap-Tool (Video)
How to use Silver Snap-Tool (Video)
Agreement: RA Automotive Software Solutions, Inc. and the manufacturer of the software, RA Consulting GmbH in Germany, are only responsible for the production and delivery of the software. The supplied software Silver Snap-Tool captures OBD data from vehicles and transmits it to a server operated at CARB. The use of the software is the sole responsibility of the user. Attempting to manipulate the captured data in any way is the sole responsibility of the user and is subject to California law.
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