CONSULT-III plus Diagnostic Software Version: 253.12.00 released.
CONSULT-III Plus provides diagnostic and programming support for Nissan vehicles from 1995 MY onward, except for those covered by bulletin NTB06-040, which require CONSULT-II. CONSULT-III plus software must be used with a Nissan Vehicle Interface (J-47446-VI2-B or J-52925-VI3).
Automotive Diagnostic News Alerts
Renew the IDS MDARS subscription, license validity: January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026
MDARS IS FOR USE ON 6TH GEN & 7TH GEN AND LATER VEHICLES BELOW.
2016-2021 CX-3 2019-Current Mazda3 2020-Current CX-30 2021-2023 CX-9 2014-Current Mazda2 2021-Current CX-5 2022-2024 MX-30 2023-Current CX-50 2025-Current CX-50 Hybrid 2024-Current CX-90 2016-Current MX-5 2025-Current CX-70
Ford no longer issues 20-digit activation codes. The license is now attached directly to the user’s email address. This change has been in effect since October 2025.
One subscription: The new Ford Diagnostic Subscription that allows access to Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS), Ford Diagnostic and Repair System (FDRS), Ford J2534 Diagnostic Software (FJDS), and Ford DiagNow (VCM Lite Mobile App)
Change in ODIS Service Licenses: With the release of ODIS Service 25.1.0 on August 18, 2025, ODIS device license request at ODIS login, ordering device-bound ODIS Service licenses in erWin will no longer be possible.
Starting January 1, 2026, GM TechlineConnect will only support Windows 11 Professional 64bit.
ACDelco tds is down as of Jan 27, 2026 8:00am ET. GM is working on the issue, but there is currently no timeline for a resolution.
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Jan 27, 2026 1:00pm PST ACDelco tds restored and function

