Snap-on diagnostic software upgrade
Published: 04 June, 2019
Snap-on has released a new diagnostic software upgrade. Much of the new coverage relates to ADAS systems. Examples of the additions include adaptive cruise control modules on several Alfa Romeo and Fiat models, blind spot monitoring for Hyundai, Land Rover and Mazda variants, Vauxhall Mokka parking assistance and lane keep assist on several Renault and Lexus vehicles. The new ADAS coverage is on top of the wide range of new vehicles and systems added in the latest upgrade. Purchasing the update also back-fills technicians’ tools with all of the information from each previous Snap-on release, bringing the capability to deal with late-model and older vehicles alongside support for facing the new challenges coming into the workshop each day. ZEUS and VERUS Edge users will also benefit from improved management and storage of vehicle photos and diagnostic screenshots, along with faster access on their units to recently-scanned vehicles. Users of the Snap-on ZEUS, SOLUS Edge, MODIS Edge and Ultra platforms, and the VERUS and VERDICT family of products, also get exclusive access to SureTrack with the upgrade.
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Snap-on has released its Autumn 2020 diagnostic software upgrade, which includes the launch of Secure Vehicle Gateway. Secure gateway modules are being put in place by VMs to prevent unauthorised access, and some functions now require registration and authentication through an approved scan tool as a result. FIAT Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has authorised direct access to its vehicle gateway module via Snap-on scan tools. In addition, there is an update to the Snap-on Vehicle Coverage Guide. This database allows technicians to search for and view coverage with the ability to filter by manufacturer, model, year and system. Other additions include ability to generate live battery voltage readings on the ZEUS and VERUS Edge platforms, while users can also take advantage of automatic mileage population on ADAS and Vehicle System Reports.
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