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scan a car vs scan on a car

Both phrases are not commonly used in English. The correct phrase would be 'scan a car' when referring to using a scanning device on a car. 'Scan on a car' is not a typical construction in English.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 895 views

scan a car

This phrase is correct when referring to using a scanning device on a car.

This phrase is used when talking about using a scanning device to check or examine a car, such as for diagnostics or security purposes.

Examples:

  • The mechanic needs to scan a car to diagnose the issue.
  • They will scan a car for any hidden tracking devices.
  • I have to scan a car before it enters the secure area.
  • The police officer will scan a car for illegal substances.
  • The technician will scan a car for electronic malfunctions.
  • How to scan a car for Check Engine light codes. December 19, 2015. What is behind the illuminated Check Engine light in your car will remain a mystery until ...
  • Dec 20, 2012 ... How to Scan a Car for a Tracking Device ... Comments on How to Scan a Car for a Tracking Device. 2 Comments. Sort by. Oldest. Jack Liu ·.
  • Scan a car's VIN. The result can be immediately transmitted wirelessly from the lot to the computer as keyed data (up to around 500 ft away); or, the data can be ...
  • Sep 6, 2012 ... See an Artec 3D Scanner (model Eva) being used to scan a car transmission. Download the resulting 3D model and others from our gallery ...

Alternatives:

  • scan a vehicle
  • scan a truck
  • scan an automobile
  • scan a car's system
  • scan a car's computer

scan on a car

This phrase is not a common or correct construction in English.

  • Jul 12, 2013 ... It was the first time I've ever pressed “Scan” on a car radio and it turned up absolutely nothing. In his poem “Give Me the Splendid Silent Sun” ...
  • Jul 12, 2013 ... It was the first time I've ever pressed “Scan” on a car radio and it turned up absolutely nothing. In his poem “Give Me the Splendid Silent Sun” ...
  • Jul 12, 2013 ... It was the first time I've ever pressed “Scan” on a car radio and it turned up absolutely nothing. In his poem “Give Me the Splendid Silent Sun” ...
  • Aug 13, 2013 ... It was the first time I've ever pressed “Scan” on a car radio and it turned up absolutely nothing. In his poem “Give Me the Splendid Silent Sun” ...

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