Portable Diagnostic Software (PDS):
PDS builds upon the modular environment of the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS). PDS uses the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM). PDS is designed to be a simple and flexible diagnostic handheld tool.

PDS functionality compared to IDS is vehicle dependent and may include tools such as SelfTest, Datalogger, Module Reprogramming, Power Balance, and many other Service Functions.

Portability provides PDS users flexibility for the service bay and for on-the-road testing. PDS is not a functional replacement to IDS.