LAS VEGAS - The MAHLE Service Solutions booth at AAPEX was the backdrop for a long anticipated announcement, and those packed into the press event weren't disappointed as MAHLE Service Solutions General Manager Max Dull introduced the TechPRO diagnostic scan tool to the audience.
The TechPRO is a subscription-based diagnostic platform that uses a J-2534 Vehicle Communications Interface and is the only hardware purchase required. Purchasers can use any Windows-based PC, laptop or tablet to operate the software. Dull points out that MAHLE Service Solutions has designed TechPRO as a subscription and software-based model for lower costs instead of a large initial investment in hardware. In addition, the device is Internet-based so all the latest vehicle data and software updates are downloaded automatically.
Presently, the tool provides coverage for domestic and Asian models, with a European offering planned for later release.
"Behind this breakthrough lies years and years of R&D and technology deployment, providing advanced diagnostic scan tool software for vehicle manufacturers," explained Dull. "Now that same powerful technology is available for use in the independent aftermarket." In developing TechPRO, MAHLE Service Solutions relied upon the company’s long term experience in the field of diagnostics at the OEM level. It is now utilizing that knowledge in the development of its tool for the independent aftermarket.
Among TechPRO’s features is J-2534 pass-thru capability for reflashing and reprogramming. TechPRO also features an ergonomically engineered VCI with a bright LED light for high visibility and confirmation that the VCI is connected and communicating. Other useful functions include cylinder balance tests, compression testing, key relearn, and misfire graphing.
But the biggest feature the TechPRO offers is speed. Speed of initial boot-up, speed in connecting to the vehicle, and speed in performing onboard diagnostics and system tests. According to Dull, TechPRO accomplishes in seconds what many of its competitors takes minutes to complete.
Dull says MAHLE Service Solutions is committed to making its diagnostic scan tool as fast, user-friendly and foolproof as possible. "We want the industry to know our scan tool is truly a game changer with its speed, ease of use and low cost of entry ownership."
The MAHLE Service Solutions TechPRO diagnostic scan tool will be available for sale in 2015. The tool comes with a Bluetooth enabled VCI. MAHLE Service Solutions plans to make a pre-loaded tablet available upon request, for an additional cost.
In addition, MAHLE Service Solutions has announced that well-respected technicians and shop owners, Donny Seyfer, co-owner of Seyfer Automotive, Inc. in Wheat Ridge, Colo. and Bogi Lateiner, the founder and owner of 180 Degrees Automotive in Phoenix, Ariz., will serve as spokespeople for TechPRO.
MAHLE Service Solutions specializes in the development, manufacturing and distribution of automotive tools and maintenance equipment, including air conditioning service, fluid exchange and nitrogen tire inflation systems. For more information about MAHLE Aftermarket visit www.mahle-aftermarket.com.
