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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2007 Kia Spectra L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Computers/Controls - Hi-Scan Pro(R) Support Discontinued
Model: Passenger Cars (PA)
Group: General Information (10)
Number: KT2007073001
Date: Monday, July 30, 2007
Area: N. America
Subject:
Hi-Scan Pro End of Life-Cycle Support (SST 014)
Description
This TSB is related to the end of life-cycle support for the Hi-Scan Pro Diagnostic Scan Tool. The Hi-Scan Pro was released to Kia Retailers during the summer of 2000. Up to this point, the Hi-Scan Pro hardware/software was supported using a combination of Kia Motors and vendor resources.
The Global Diagnostic System (GDS) is in its second year of field service. The GDS surpasses the Hi-Scan Pro in all aspects of diagnostic functionally; the GDS is fully scalable to meet Kia diagnostic requirements for the next several model years.
Kia is discontinuing further developmental efforts for the Hi-Scan Pro by the end of 2007. No new software updates will be released.
Legacy Support
The resources shown are available for Hi-Scan Pro legacy support.
Group: General Information (10)
Number: KT2007073001
Date: Monday, July 30, 2007
Area: N. America
Subject:
Hi-Scan Pro End of Life-Cycle Support (SST 014)
Description
This TSB is related to the end of life-cycle support for the Hi-Scan Pro Diagnostic Scan Tool. The Hi-Scan Pro was released to Kia Retailers during the summer of 2000. Up to this point, the Hi-Scan Pro hardware/software was supported using a combination of Kia Motors and vendor resources.
The Global Diagnostic System (GDS) is in its second year of field service. The GDS surpasses the Hi-Scan Pro in all aspects of diagnostic functionally; the GDS is fully scalable to meet Kia diagnostic requirements for the next several model years.
Kia is discontinuing further developmental efforts for the Hi-Scan Pro by the end of 2007. No new software updates will be released.
Legacy Support
The resources shown are available for Hi-Scan Pro legacy support.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.