How to Register and Update Autel MaxiSys Step by Step

In this article, you will read:

Create an Autel User ID.
Register Autel MaxiSys
Update your Autel MaxiSys
Android

System / Vehicle

VCI

Deleting vehicles /Apps from Autel Maxisys
Autel MaxiSys tools include: Autel Maxisys MS908SP, Maxisys Elite, Autel MaxiSys MS908S Pro etc.

Let’s get start.

Part 1: Create an Autel User ID

1st, browse pro.auteltech.com.

From this site, you will be able to create a new Autel ID.

Or you already have one registered user, just sign in.

If you need to Create an Autel ID, enter your email address as your Autel ID, you will receive one confirmation email after you filled out the required information.

The password must contain 6 characters with one number and one letter.

After entering your first and last name, you will be asked to choose an Autel Community User Name. This is the name that other users will see when you participate in the community forums. These communities will be discussed in a later video.

Once you have finished out the rest of the required information, you will be asked to type the characters you see in the image, then click on “Create and Autel ID”.

Open your email and check in your box, you are looking for an email from [e-mail]. If you did not see any email in the box, check the junk box to make sure it was not flagged as a spam email. Also keep the email address in your contacts, this is a great resource if you have any question for Autel suppprt team.

Once you find the email, open it and click on the link provided, this will take you back to the OTO page and give you confirmation that your account has been created, from here you will click on the sign-in button and it will return you to the login page

http://forobd2tool.com/blog/2020/10/14/how-to-register-and-update-autel-maxisys-step-by-step/.

GM Tech2 Cannot Detect CANDI Module Solution

Thanks for the feedback @ Chris on Tech 2 Scan Tool. Here share the problem he got trouble in and offered the corresponding solution.

Problem:

I received the tech 2. Thank you.

But, when I connect to obd2, it says “cannot detect CANDI module, please verify module is connected”. If it helps you, the green light on the candi module is flashing (not solid). I am not sure what to do. Can you help?

The solution:

I think I selected the wrong engine designation (there are 3) for my truck and the tech 2 could not communicate

because it was looking for a controller that was not present (which presented the error message “no candi module”).

So, I think the tech 2 was OK.

It was my fault in my selections. I got it to work now!

Very appreciate the solution Chris provided! Hope it helps you all!

How to Install Jaguar & Land Rover JLR Pathfinder on Win7 and Win 10

This is a step-by-step guide on how to install JLR Pathfinder VCI DoIP on Windows 7 and Windows 10.As we know that JLR SDD only support Jaguar and Land Rover before 2017,but JLR Pathfinder can support new vehicle after 2017.(it can not support before 2017)

Preparations:
JLR Pathfinder Free Download and Installation
JLR SDD v160 & Pathfinder Download /Installation (This installation guide only apply here installer)
Note:Make sure your PC C:/ drive have more than 55GB free drive.

Procedures:
After extracting,you will get below files

Double click “Jaguar_Land_Rover_Connect_Updater_v2.exe” to run installation

Select language you need

Just follow the setup wizard to click “Next” to finish installation.

Click “Finish” button to done the installation
Close the Windows

And now it will run update installer for you PC,find it on your task bar

It will take long time to download and install Pathfinder on your PC
And make sure you PC have more than 55GB free space on your C:/ drive,it only can install in C:/

Wait download and installation process finish like below all 100%

Now please go back download “JLR Pathfinder”folder to open “JLR Pathfinder Loader” folder
Double click “JLR Pathfinder.exe”(Note:if your anti-virus kill it,please disable your PC anti-vrisu software before installation.)

It will prompt you run this program new license key,then click “OK”
Now you get this message,just press “CTRL+C”,and sent this HWID to us(carauto[email protected])

Our tech team will sent you license key file,after then put the license key file in “JLR Pathfinder Loader” folder

Now double click “JLR Pathfinder.exe” to run
Make it as desktop shortcut to desktop,and if you want run Pathfinder,you need use this JLR Pathfinder to run.
Note:Please delete “JLR App Launcher” icon on desktop,and do not run it,otherwise will make it can not work.

It will show you three version
Online/Offline/Engineer
Select which version you need

Input user ID and password,select “Independent Operator” and click “OK”

Now it run

GM Tech2 Clone Purchased (With Quick Guide) Good Test

I have my GM Corvette C6, 07 2500 GMC, 09 Cobalt that GM Tech2 clone will work on. Have another scan tool for our foreign cars.

Surprises were, this thing is bigger than I thought. It’s a foot tall by 6″ wide. It needs the velcro straps it comes with.
Shipping was a shocker. China to Cincinnati in two days. Ordered it Sunday evening, they processed it quickly, shipped it Monday morning and it was sitting on my front porch today, Wednesday by noon.

I bought with case pack. 329usd total, free ship to USA by DHL.
Tested it on my GMC truck and all seems fine. Connector for older OBD1 as well for 91-95,6 too. Latest software for GM 33.004.

The memory card works in either slot, I tried both although the disc says to install in upper slot. It’s a tight fight because the spring loaded door doesn’t quite open enough for the card to slide in easily. I got it in with a touch of prying. Not a big deal.

Entire purchase process was easy with no problems at all. It is a great scan tool kit for not much money. Time will tell how it holds up long term but from other members reports they are getting years out of them.

The unit performs flawlessly. I’m convinced this is manufactured by the same manufacturer who built the official units for GM (Vetronix), or at least built based on official plans. It’s not a “clone” per se, but the actual product un-branded (you get official stickers in a bag if you need those kinds of things. I threw them away). One of the most likely opinions I’ve read is that these are the manufacturer’s old stock getting dumped since GM is not buying these anymore.

Tried all self-tests, including CANdi (important: CANdi only works when connected to the car). I went through the DTCs of all the systems, logged some ABS sensors, actuated some solenoids. Everything went smoothly.

Thanks to @ J.Moore & steel_3d (corvetteforum.com members) for their buying experiences good. He got this from Ali.

While a lot of users prefer chinacardiags.com, take this user’s feedback for example: They charge more than the sellers on AliExpress but I was able to use PayPal and had no issues with payment or shipping (got the package a week after I ordered it). I certainly wouldn’t want to send copies of my driver’s license/ID to buy something online.

Attach GM Scanner Clone Tech 2 quick start guide for reference:

Here Clone Tech 2 user manual, personally the manual is hard to navigate and pretty badly organized. Should’ve just connected the candi with obd2 and gotten to work. At least I should’ve jumped to the end of the manual for CANdi setup instructions. So I’ll give some tips here to save some time for first time users.

Quick start guide a la Steve:

-Unpack unit. There is a bunch of junk you don’t need.

-Insert PCMCIA card into slot under flap at top of unit. Only one slot is accessible. The card will go in both ways, but will only seat fully one way. If it doesn’t seat all the way, don’t force it, try the other way. Eject with the button to the right of the card socket.

-Connect main cable to Tech 2. Make sure lock lever is all the way left, so it doesn’t get in the way of the cable connector.

-Connect CANdi module to the main cable. This is the cable with the large rectangular box module on it. The connectors can be hard to connect at first. Don’t be afraid to use some force and some wiggling until the metal tab clicks into the hole.

-Connect OBD2 plug to CANdi module.

-Connect OBD2 to vehicle.

-You generally don’t need any power adapter, as the unit is powered through the OBD2 port. If you have grounding issues, you can try the lighter adapter. I had no issues.

-Turn ignition to ACC or ON (some modules only work when ON, some maybe only with engine running).

-Turn on the Tech 2.

-Unit goes through power on self test.

-CANdi module should have flashing LED to signify it’s working. If it’s off or lit solid when connected to the car with Tech 2 powered on, you have a problem.

-Press Enter to get into the menus.

-Go to diagnostics.

-Enter year and make of your car when prompted. Model is “Y” for Corvette. Might also ask you for transmission or other things depending on the module you’re trying to diagnose. (It’s really dumb that the unit doesn’t have an auto-detect function for this based on ECU VIN.)

-Going through the rest of the menus is self explanatory.

-If you get stuck at any point, read the CANdi section at the end of the manual. If you’re still stuck, read the whole manual.

Thanks to Laurance’s collection.

2020 Autel MaxiIM IM508 Autel IM608 Compare & Reviews

Differences Between Autel MaxiIM IM608 & MaxiIM IM508, Which Key Programmer is Your Better Choice?

Autel MaxiIM IM508 & Autel IM608 is the best professional car key programming tools in the market (or in all of Autel products) for technicians and professional mechanics.

In this review, I will provide you with the complete comparison chart of Autel IM508 IM608 and most detailed bout this Autel key programming tools.

Next, you will read

Autel MaxiIM Key Programming Tools Overview
* 1.1Autel IM508
* 1.2Autel IM608
Autel IM608 vs MaxiIM IM608 Comparison Chart
* 2.1 IMMO Functions
* 2.2 Key Programming
* 2.3 OE-Level Diagnostic
* 2.4 Advanced Service
* 2.5 Hardware Spec
Autel MaxiIM Reviews
* 3.1 Autel IM508 Review
* 3.2 Autel IM608 Review

Autel MaxiIM Key Programming Tools Overview

Autel MaxiIM Series Key Programming & ECU Coding Scanners include IM600, IM100, IM508 and IM608, and new arrivals XP400, APB112

Autel IM508

* MaxiIM IM508 is a fast, easy-to-use, and ultraportable immobilizer and key programming device.

* Equipped with the XP200 key programmer, IM508 is capable of providing extraordinary service functions for the immobilizer system.

* Together with the ability to quickly diagnose all modules of the majority of the makes and models on the market, IM508 provides you with superior special functions.

* IM508 is the perfect solution for shops and technicians who demand affordable and powerful IMMO and diagnostic services.

Autel IM608

* MaxiIM IM608 is the most advanced and the unique all in one key programming and diagnostic tool that combines advanced key programming, all systems diagnostics, and advanced services in one Android-based 10.1-inch touchscreen tablet.

* Equipped with XP400 key programmer and MaxiFlash ECU programmer to provide complete coverage of IMMO and programming functions.

* Together with the ability to quickly diagnose all modules of the majority of the makes and models on the market, IM608 provides you with all special functions.

* It is the unprecedented key programming and diagnostic tool that you ever wanted.

Autel IM508 vs MaxiIM IM608 Comparison Chart

COMPARISON CHART	Autel  IM508	Autel  IM608
IMMO
Smart Mode (Guide and Automated Key Learning)	√	√
Expert Mode (Advanced Key Learning)	√	√
Auto Detect Make/Model/Year/System	√	√
Read PIN/CS (ALL key Lost)	√	√
Key Generation	√	√
Key learning	√	√
Remote Learning	√	√
IMMO ECU Reset/Adaptation	√	√
IMMO ECU Refresh/Coding	√	√
Backup/Restore IMMO Data	√	√
BENZ 3rd Generation IMMO Add Key, All Key Lost, Key Learning		√
BMW FEM/BDC key learning and ECU Adaptation	√	√
BMW CAS4/3/2 key learning	CAS4 available when connected to XP400	√
VW/Audi MQB(VDD & JCI) Add Key, IMMO V A4/A5/Q5 2015+ Key Learning		√
VW/Audi/Skoda/Seat IMMO III/IV/V Add Key, All Key Lost	√	√
Key Programming
Key Read/Write	√	√
EEPROM Read/Write	√	√
MCU Read/Write	√
ECU Read/Write	Basic	Advanced
MC9S12 Encryption Chip Read/Write	when connected to XP400	√
IC Read/Write	when connected to XP400	√
Mercedes Infrared Read/Write	when connected to XP400	√
Remote Frequency Detect	when connected to XP400	√
Support PC	when connected to XP400	√
*XP400 needs to be purchased separately for IM508 to perform the functions regarding “when connected to XP400″
OE-Level Diagnostic
All System Diagnostic for over 80 Makes		√
Auto VIN/AutoScan	√	√
Read/Erase Codes	√	√
View, Record, Playback Live Data	√	√
View Freeze Frame Date	√	√
Shop and Data Manager Applications	√	√
MaxiFlash J2534 ECU Programmer(Bluetooth/USE Cable)		√
Advanced Service Functions
Complete (20+) Service Functions		√
Oil Reset Service	√	√
Parking Brake (EPB) Pad Relearn after Replacement	√	√
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Relearn	√	√
Battery (BMS) Register and Reset	√	√
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration	√	√
TPMS Sensor ID Relearn	√	√
ECU Coding		√
Hardware
Touchscreen	7-inch	10.1-inch
Resolution	1024×600	1920×1200
Processor	Quad-core processor	Hexa-core processor
Memory	32GB	64GB
Camera		8.0 Megapixel
Built-in Rechargeable Li-ion Battery	5000mAh	15000mAh
Internet Updatable	Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi
Multilingual Support	√	√
NOTE: XP400 can be purchased separately Some listed functions are manufactured dependent. Constantly update MaxiIM for current vehicle coverage. Update software regularly for most accurate

Autel MaxiIM Reviews

Autel has lots of great tools and their scanner is well known for its quality. Fairly speaking, The Autel IM508 and IM608 professional key programmer is another excellent tool! But for better to choose a most suit key programmer. For able to choose the most suite key programmer when shops and technicians to purchase. There two reviews for reference.

Autel IM508 Review

Autel MaxiIM IM508 is built with Android 4.4.4 and Cortex-A9 processor. 7-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with 1024×600 resolution, really like a tablet. If you know how to use a smartphone or tablet you can easily find your way around the IM508.

In diagnostic section: Similar to MK808BT/MX808 the Autel MaxiIM IM508 delivers OE-level diagnosis that includes basic, advanced and professional functions. This mid-range device resembles a tablet, which makes it rather easy and fun to operate.

In key programming section: IM508 is one of the best professional car key programming tools in all of Autel MaxiIM products though lower key programming than IM608. When you equipped Autel IM508 with XP400, then there no difference between Autel IM608 and IM508 in key programming section.

Autel IM608 Review

Built with Samsung Exynos hex-core Processor, the Autel MaxiIM IM608 runs on the Android operating system (OS), which is the perfect scanner for busy and professional mechanics as well as technicians. Let the price not deter you from acquiring this fast, efficient, and comprehensive diagnostic scan tool.

In diagnostic section: Autel MaxiIM IM608 diagnosis level is equal to MS908 / MK908P. MaxiIM IM608 is the most advanced diagnostic tool that combines advanced key programming, all systems diagnostics, and advanced services in one Android-based 10.1-inch touchscreen tablet. Only A few professional scanners can be compared to the Autel MaxiIM IM608 when it comes to performance and ease of use.

In key programming section: Autel Scanner IM608 is the best professional car key programming tools in all of Autel MaxiIM products.