Maverick Diagnostics has announced the launch of the Autocom ICON diagnostic tool. PMM is on hand to hear all about it!
The Autocom ICON harnesses over 30 years of diagnostic expertise to offer reliability and efficiency in vehicle servicing. The ICON is designed to support an extensive array of systems, covering more than 40,000 systems for passenger vehicles and 18,500 systems for trucks.
Its diagnostic capabilities include intelligent systems identification, scanning, and updates. The tool is fully compatible with modern technologies, such as CAN FD, DoIP, Pass-Thru J2534, and secure gateway. The ICON boasts an interface featuring a multi-colour indicator for clear status visibility. It is built with TPE plastic surface for durability, a replaceable cable for convenience, and is designed for easy handling. This makes it userfriendly for technicians.
The ICON is available with several software options to cater to various diagnostic needs. The Autocom CARS Standard software provides basic diagnostics, fault code management, real-time data, and essential service functions. However, for those requiring more advanced features, the Autocom CARS Plus software adds electric vehicle coverage, guided diagnostics, and enhanced secure gateway support. The Autocom CARS Pro software further extends these capabilities with advanced secure gateway features and flight recording.
Security access
In today’s vehicles, protecting electronic data is crucial. Unauthorised access to a vehicle’s safety systems can lead to malfunctions and pose significant risks to road safety. As manufacturers increasingly implement diagnostic secure gateway systems and firewalls to prevent unlawful access, the ability to service these security-locked vehicles becomes essential.
Autocom is proud to be both approved and certified for secure gateway access. Using the ICON diagnostic tool allows technicns to perform critical functions, such as erasing fault codes, activating components, and resetting service lights, on security-locked vehicles with ease.
We caught up with Andy Brookes, CEO of Maverick Group, to find out a bit more about the tool.
Autocom will be a new name to many readers, can you tell us a little bit about the company?
Autocom is a company that specialises in developing and selling innovative, user-friendly, and reliable vehicle diagnostic solutions to the global automotive aftermarket. Established in 1991 and based in Sweden, its products are designed to meet the needs of technicians with simplicity and reliability at the core. As part of the Würth Group, Autocom focuses on providing cutting-edge solutions that enhance the diagnostic process for professionals.
What are the key features on the ICON that will attract diagnostic technicians?
It offers key features that are particularly attractive to diagnostic technicians, including secure gateway access and robust support for electric vehicles. This is especially important as the automotive industry transitions towards more EVs, requiring advanced diagnostic tools.
How does the security gateway integration make life easier for techs?
It makes live easier by streamlining access through a one-time registration process. Once registered, technicians can access a wide range of brands covered by the subscription, simplifying the diagnostic process across multiple vehicle manufacturers.
