ScanSafe offers a true J2534 PassThru mode, and can be used by collision shops as a standalone pass-thru device, similar to the company’s CarDAQ-Plus. “Opus IVS also offers additional remote services such as ECU flash programming, initializations, and ADAS calibrations, which are supported through both devices.” Since both options are available, the shop workflow rules dictate which type of scan is to be performed and when. OE Scan is a remote service, provided by Opus IVS to the collision repair shop, that includes an Opus IVS support technician scanning the vehicle using OEM software and then providing consultation to the shop of the scan results and direction on how to successfully complete the repair. “QuickScan is a user-operated aftermarket scan of the CAN networks for any current or history diagnostic trouble codes. “The DriveSafe and ScanSafe devices offer both our trademarked QuickScan as well as the licensed OEM scanning applications, incorporated into one piece of hardware,” Augustine said. Opus business development Vice President Bob Augustine previously explained the capabilities of the ScanSafe and DriveSafe devices. The collision sector continues to be on the front lines of technical repairs and the usage of up-to-date OEM scanning software, service information and repair procedures is essential in ensuring a vehicle is returned safely to the motorist.” “For over 20 years our rich heritage of engineering and software development with OEMs, combined with industry leading technical support, has allowed us to assist independent repair shops with the repair of modern, complex vehicles. “Opus IVS is excited to be selected as an approved partner with Subaru of America, Inc.,” Brian Herron, president of Opus IVS, said in a statement. The Opus tool suite also is integrated with CCC One estimating software. It provides a dedicated support team to the collision sector, which includes scanning, ECU programming/coding, ADAS calibration and brand-specific technical support. Opus helps shops repair complex vehicles fast with diagnostics, programming and live repair guidance from OE brand-specific master technicians. “All approved scanners were validated through testing by Subaru technicians the utilization of the Subaru OEM Subaru Select Monitor (SSM) 3 and 4 through the Denso DST-I interface,” said Devin Wilcox, DCMP, Collision Certification Manager for Subaru of America.

The DriveSafe and ScanSafe devices both utilize OEM Subaru SSM3 and SSM4 software and the OEM Denso DST-vehicle communication interface, Opus said. They join AsTech and AirPro remote scanning tools on the OEM’s approved list. Subaru of America has approved the Opus IVS DriveSafe and ScanSafe diagnostic tools for use within the Subaru Certified Collision Network, Opus has announced.

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