Halfway through he describes this as malicious compliance with the “right to repair” law. Apple and others are making a mockery of the law.

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    The new thing is that the user bought a professional scan tool and license and he still couldn’t do anything because he didn’t have a business license. Hyundai said the software was “not for DIYers”.

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      He shouldn’t even have bought that. Most manufacturers give the diagnostic info to 3rd parties who build consumer tools. That’s how things like iCarsoft support a lot of these dealership tool functions.

      Also J2534 is standard. He didn’t HAVE to buy a Hyundai recommended one. There are cheaper ones.