{"id":10525,"date":"2026-09-30T10:37:59","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T10:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shop.autoboss.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=10525"},"modified":"2026-10-09T08:20:30","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T08:20:30","slug":"autool-sml310-automotive-smoke-leak-detector-with-mechanical-pressure-gauge","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/product\/autool-sml310-automotive-smoke-leak-detector-with-mechanical-pressure-gauge\/","title":{"rendered":"AUTOOL SML310 Automotive Smoke Leak Detector with Mechanical Pressure Gauge"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"abd-pd\" data-abd-version=\"1\">\n<header class=\"abd-hero\">\n<h3>Check Pressure with Air, Then Trace the Leak with Smoke<\/h3>\n<p class=\"abd-lead\">The SML310 runs an air-only stage so you can watch the gauge on the connected test volume, then switches to smoke to show the escape path. Its built-in pump runs from a 12 V supply, so no shop air is needed. Set test pressure from the vehicle or component procedure.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"abd-facts\">\n<li>Air Mode \/ Smoke Mode<\/li>\n<li>Built-In Pump<\/li>\n<li>Mechanical Pressure Gauge<\/li>\n<li>Smoke in About 5 Seconds<\/li>\n<li>Overheat Shutdown<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/header>\n<section class=\"abd-sec\" id=\"abd-features\">\n<h4>Key Features<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"abd-features\">\n<li>\n<h5>Separate Air and Smoke Modes<\/h5>\n<p>Use the air stage to observe pressure behavior, then switch to smoke for visual localization.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5>Built-In Air Pump<\/h5>\n<p>The internal pump supplies the test airflow, so routine setup does not need a separate compressor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5>Pressure Gauge Feedback<\/h5>\n<p>Watch the reading while the test volume fills, then use smoke to inspect an unstable or falling reading.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5>Fast Smoke Start<\/h5>\n<p>Smoke starts in about five seconds once the prepared system is connected and the mode is activated.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h5>Temperature Protection<\/h5>\n<p>Operation stops when the unit reaches its protection condition; let it cool before further use.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"abd-sec\" id=\"abd-use\">\n<h4>How to Use<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"abd-steps\">\n<li><b>Confirm the procedure<\/b><span>Identify the target system, permitted pressure, access point, valve state and openings to seal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Prepare the machine<\/b><span>Inspect the power lead, hose and adapters, and add or confirm only the smoke oil the manual specifies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Connect and isolate<\/b><span>Make a leak-free connection with the correct adapter and isolate normal escape paths per the vehicle procedure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Run Air Mode<\/b><span>Observe the pressure gauge under the selected test conditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Inspect with smoke<\/b><span>Switch to Smoke Mode, let the volume fill and check joints, hoses and seals for escaping smoke.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Repair and retest<\/b><span>Repair the confirmed leak, repeat the same test and continue diagnosis if the result is inconclusive.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"abd-note\">Air and smoke modes, pressure checks and troubleshooting: <a href=\"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/autool-catalog\/media\/25f7545420473d374560b0df.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SML310 user manual (PDF)<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"abd-sec\" id=\"abd-notes\">\n<h4>Good to Know<\/h4>\n<div class=\"abd-notes\">\n<div class=\"abd-note-group is-caution\">\n<h5><span class=\"abd-tag\">Caution<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>The machine&#8217;s output rating is not a safe pressure for every system; use the OEM procedure and the lowest appropriate setting, especially on EVAP systems.<\/li>\n<li>Use only the smoke fluid the manual specifies; never water, viscous or corrosive liquids.<\/li>\n<li>Work in a dry, ventilated area away from flame and heat, wear eye and hand protection, and keep smoke away from sensitive electronic parts.<\/li>\n<li>Do not operate with damaged power leads, hoses or adapters; clean an opening before inserting an inflatable plug so sharp edges do not puncture it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"abd-note-group is-care\">\n<h5><span class=\"abd-tag\">Care<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Connect to a stable vehicle-battery supply.<\/li>\n<li>Package contents can vary by order; confirm the included accessories before checkout.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"abd-sec\" id=\"abd-faq\">\n<h4>FAQ<\/h4>\n<details class=\"abd-faq\" name=\"abd-faq\">\n<summary>What if no smoke is visible?<\/summary>\n<p>Verify smoke delivery, access, isolation, adapter sealing and valve state, then continue with functional diagnosis; blockages, intermittent and non-leak faults may not produce visible smoke.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"abd-faq\" name=\"abd-faq\">\n<summary>Does a visible leak guarantee the whole repair?<\/summary>\n<p>It identifies an area to inspect and confirm. Repair the verified problem, repeat the test and complete any required vehicle checks.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li><strong>Air + Smoke Modes:<\/strong> Use an air-only pressure stage before switching to smoke for visual leak localization.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Built-In Air Pump:<\/strong> Run routine tests without a separate shop-air compressor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Visual Pressure Gauge:<\/strong> Watch pressure behavior while the connected test volume fills, then inspect unstable or falling readings with smoke.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oil Drain Valve:<\/strong> Drain aged or excess smoke oil before refilling or storing the machine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Smoke in About 5 Seconds:<\/strong> Begin smoke output in about five seconds after the prepared system is activated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"featured_media":12758,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_gspb_post_css":""},"product_brand":[128],"product_cat":[54],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-10525","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-autool","product_cat-automotive-pipe-leak-detection","first","instock","sale","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-variable"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/10525","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10525"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12758"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10525"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=10525"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=10525"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/autoboss.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=10525"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}