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Master the Unknown
New Software Bundle 12.2 is the most powerful upgrade ever with new and enhanced coverage to save technicians time diagnosing and completing the job. Software Bundle 12.2 includes brand new Suzuki 2000-2011 coverage for engine, transmission, antilock brakes and airbags. It provides new and enhanced codes, data, tests and tips for 1998-2011 domestic and Asian models, plus new 2011 Ford, Lincoln, Honda, Acura, Hyundai, Kia and Mitsubishi coverage. This new software upgrade is available to VERUS®, VERDICT™, MODIS™, SOLUS™ series and ETHOS® owners.The Bundle 12.2 update also offers exclusive Fast-Track® Troubleshooter coverage* all the way back to 1980 with 20,300 new Tips and Timesavers,
- Over 50,400 New and Enhanced Codes, Tests, Tips
and Data - NEW Coverage Back to 1998 for All Major Makes
- 2011 Model Year Coverage
- All brand new Suzuki Coverage for 2000–2011
including Engine, Transmission, ABS and Airbag
Bundle 12.2 Coverage Highlights - DIAGNOSE air injection faults and reduce diagnosis
time by performing a Toyota Air Injection Test. - EQUIP yourself with factory-level capabilities on
Mazda ABS Functional Tests, including Fail-Safe Relay,
Pump Motor and Outlet/Inlet Valve Tests. Isolate the
problem, repair the vehicle, bleed the brakes and
complete the job. - KEEP THE JOB and complete the repair with the new
GM T-Case Motor Relearn, one of the most requested
relearns from technicians. - New and Enhanced Euro Coverage (optional)
Audi, BMW, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen,
Volvo and Smart Car. - New 2011 Model Year Coverage for Acura, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Lincoln, Mitsubishi and more.
Do You Want The Most Powerful Diagnostics Today?
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Tool Review: Snap-on Verus Wireless Diagnostic and Information System
by Jacques Gordon
Snap-on's Verus Wireless Diagnostic and Information System is a keyless scan module that covers OBD-II applicatios with a single adapter; no need to switch keys for different vehicles.
With a Windows operating system and the built-in Wi-Fi and Internet browser, you can access technical forums, service information websites and parts suppliers. The Verus uses a touch screen and includes a scan tool, Fast-Track Troubleshooter, optional ShopKey repair information, a customer information database, the company's Component Test Meter and 4-channel scope, and a reference database. It has a 250GB hard drive, a 25 percent faster processor, more RAM and an improved display screen. An automatic updater includes web delivery of software service releases sent directly to the tool.
The Review
Technician Darren O'Gorman of Auto Analyzers in West Allis, WI had owned a standard Verus for a year before trading up to a wireless model. He told us he wanted the wireless capability "because I get a lot of EVAP codes, and this helps with bi-directional testing by letting me go under the car with the scan tool to feel the solenoid click. In a noisy shop, this tells me more than if I was sitting in the driver's seat." In addition to a wireless connection that's less troublesome than another scan tool he tested, Darren noticed this tool is faster than his original Verus.
Although it came with everything needed to use all of its features, Darren added pressure transducers for the scope. He uses the transducers frequently to graph compression, vacuum, backpressure and even fuel pressure, sometimes while driving the car.
"I take a snapshot, upload it to my website and then send the customer a link to that picture. It helps me sell the repair, and customers are often impressed and surprised that I can test their car this way."
Another thing that impresses customers (and Darren too) is the fact that "I can scan from inside a heated building. The car can be outside running and I'm inside showing the customer what's on the screen." He found that he must be within 25 feet to establish communication, and must remain within 50 feet to maintain the link. He would prefer more range, but that's the only thing he would change.
Darren says the Verus is priced correctly because it has saved him time and money. "If it wasn't a 4-channel scope, I wouldn't have bought it … I need to be fast because there are only two of us here, and we don't make money on diagnostics, only on the repair." He also noted the tablet size is an advantage over laptop-based scopes. "I can lay it under the hood and switch between scope and scan tool."
In addition to the diagnostic functions, Darren also uses his Verus to store records indexed by customer/ vehicle and date. Perhaps he summed up the tool's overall capabilities best when he said, "I like having it all in one package."