Scan and Decode License Plate or VIN in Mobile Manager Pro

How to Scan and Decode License Plates or VIN Numbers in Mobile Manager Pro

Things To Note

  • Decoding is the most efficient method to complete vehicle information data entry

  • Decoded vehicles may have multiple trim options to select

  • Decoding may fail if information is not yet updated in CarFax/DMV databases

How To

  1. Open the desired work order in Mobile Manager Pro

  2. Navigate to the vehicle tab for that work order

  3. To scan and decode VIN, select barcode icon next to VIN field

    1. Scan VIN barcode and decode will occur automatically

    2. If replacing existing VIN information, Mobile Manager Pro will ask if you want to replace that data

  4. To decode a manually entered VIN, enter VIN information then use the top right option menu and select Decode VIN

  5. To scan and decode a license plate, select the camera icon next to the license field

    1. Take photo of license plate and decode will occur automatically

HINT: When taking a picture, using one hand typically has less shaking. Start with the camera close to the object and slowly move away.