26 September 2008 : Snap-on, brand leader in diagnostic tools, software and information for the automotive market, has announced the release of the new 8.4 software download for its best selling ‘family’ of hand-held diagnostic tools.
“Continued and committed software development ensures that Snap-on customers’ diagnostic tools remain consistently powerful and productive in the workplace,” says Terry Smith, European Marketing Manager for Snap-on Diagnostics. “Our new 8.4 software download has significant new and profitable key features to help the workshop technician deal with the sophisticated technology used on today’s modern vehicles.
“Key features for this update include expanded vehicle communications software for 18 major vehicle manufacturers, with model year coverage to 2007 for VW, Audi, SEAT, Skoda, Mercedes and Renault.
“More and more modern vehicles require the use of a diagnostic tool to complete routine maintenance schedules and procedures - even to reset service interval warnings. The 8.4 software takes this into account with added functionality for SIR (service interval reset), plus injector re- programming, brake lining replacement and steering angle sensor resetting following wheel alignment procedures.
“Diagnostic tools are not just for the repair workshop. With modern vehicles incorporating systems such as tyre pressure monitoring, steering angle sensors, air bag arm and dis-arm needs, diagnostic tools are an everyday part of working with modern motor vehicles in bodyshops, fast fit and general service environments. The new 8.4 software has therefore been designed to keep pace with the technology facing the vehicle technician every day.”
The new 8.4 release is available for all models in the Snap-on ‘family’ of hand-held diagnostic tools from the entry level ETHOS, the recently introduced SOLUS Pro, through to the top of the range MODIS diagnostic platform.
For more details about the 8.4 software from Snap-on, visit http://www1.snapon.com/diagnostics/uk
Editors’ Note: Technicians and Customers can find out more about software downloads for the Snap-on diagnostic ‘family’ by contacting their local Snap-on Franchisee or, alternatively, contacting Scanlines on 0845 6066512, email ukscanlines@snapontools.co.uk
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