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Autel: Pushing the Boundaries of Aftermarket Diagnostics 

Brake & Front End

Whether discussing secure gateways or access to functions, software, and specifications on newly released vehicles, aftermarket diagnostic product developers such as Autel are always playing catch up to get that OE-only capability in the hands of our users. Multi-tool/multi-technician subscription pricing is available.

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Ford Recalls Certain Pickup Trucks and Large SUVs for Incorrect Software Update

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Back in March 2022, the Ford Motor Company recalled just under 400,000 pickup trucks and large sport utility vehicles for a software-related issue causing the loss of trailer brake functionality. Provided by Horizon Global, the iffy software was updated at no charge to affected customers. continue reading. )

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Rearview Camera Software Bug Prompts Ford Edge Recall

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The subject vehicles were incorrectly repaired as part of a previous campaign that encompassed 78,376 examples of the 2021 through 2022 Ford Edge. Due to a rising number of reports alleging a distorted, black, white, blank, or discolored rearview camera image, Ford Motor Company started looking into the recall condition back in January 2022.

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Software Update Leaves 2022 Ford Bronco Owner and Their Family Stranded

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Nowadays, most cars can be improved or even fixed via over-the-air (OTA) software updates. However, in some cases, software updates can become a nuisance. All it takes is a mobile internet connection or a wi-fi hotspot, and, at the press of a button, the vehicle downloads new instructions, installs them, and… Voila!

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Mature Automotive Shop Management Software Comes Out on Top

R.O. Writer

Brandon opened his shop in El Paso, Texas, in January 2022, and since The post Mature Automotive Shop Management Software Comes Out on Top appeared first on R.O. Brandon Aubey is the owner of Total Auto Repair, a full-service center building that is family-run and operated.

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Ford Recalls Incorrectly Repaired Maverick EcoBoost Vehicles Over Software Issue

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Back in April 2024, the Ford Motor Company recalled 456,565 vehicles in the United States for iffy powertrain and body control module software. This software is supposed to detect sudden 12-volt battery degradation. The Maverick with the 2.0-liter continue reading. )

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Software Issue Prompts 2023 Nissan Ariya Recall, Nearly 10k Vehicles Affected

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On this occasion, almost 10,000 vehicles may experience a sudden loss of drive power due to iffy software. During a production trial in January 2022, a vehicle’s electric motor unexpectedly shut off immediately after said vehicle start. continue reading. )