Autel MX808 vs. IM508 vs. MS908S vs. IM608 vs. Elite Comparison

 

How to distinguish Autel MaxiCheck, MaxiIM & MaxiSYS series? What are the differences between them? Since lots of customers don’t know how to choose, we have made a comparison chart below for reference.

 

MX808 vs. IM508 vs. MS908S vs. IM608 vs. Elite Comparison

Item	Autel MaxiCheck MX808	Autel MaxiIM IM508	Autel MaxiSYS MS908S	Autel MaxiIM IM608	Autel MaxiSYS MSElite
Hardware
Vehicle Connection	OBDII cable	OBDII cable	Wireless MaxiSYS-VCI	MaxiFlash JVCI	J2534 MaxiFlash Elite
Color Screen	7-inch touch screen (1024*600 DPI/LED color screen)	7-inch touch screen (1024*600 DPI/LED color screen)	10-inch touch screen (1024*768 DPI/LED color screen)	10-inch touch screen (1920*1200 DPI/LED color screen)	10-inch touch screen (2048*1536 DPI/LED color screen)
Processor	1.5 GHz, Quad-Core	1.7 GHz, Hexa-Core	1.3 GHz + 1.7 GHz, Hexa-Core	1.7 GHz, Hexa-Core	1.8 GHz, Quad-Core
Onboard Memory	32GB SSD/1GB RAM	32GB SSD/1GB RAM	64GB SSD/2 GB RAM	64GB SSD/2 GB RAM	64GB SSD/2 GB RAM
Battery	5000 mAh	5000 mAh	11000 mAh	15000 mAh	13600 mAh
OBDII Connectors	×	×	1996-2001 Kit	×	1996-2001 Kit
Operating System	Android 4.4.4	Android 4.4.2	Android 4.4.2	Android 4.4.2	Android 4.4.4
Software Updates	1 year free	1 year free	1 year free	1 year free	2 years free
Diagnostics
OE-level coverage US/AS/EU 1996+	US/AS/EU 1996+	US/AS/EU 1996+	US/AS/EU 1996+	US/AS/EU 1996+	US/AS/EU 1996+
System Diagnostics	Auto-Vin & all system auto-scan	Auto-Vin & all system auto-scan	Auto-Vin & all system auto-scan	Auto-Vin & all system auto-scan	Auto-Vin & all system auto-scan
Read/Erase Codes	√	√	√	√	√
Live&Freeze Frame Data	View/record/playback	View/record/playback	View/record/playback	View/record/playback	View/record/playback
Maxisys Software Applications	Shop & data manager	Shop & data manager	Shop & data manager	Shop & data manager	Shop & data manager
Component Activations	×	×	Bi-directional control	Bi-directional control	Bi-directional control
Enhanced Functions	×	×	Advanced coding + adaptations	×	Advanced coding + adaptations
Service
Oil Service Reset	√	√	√	√	√
Parking Brake Pad Relearn After Replacement	√	√	√	√	√
Steering Angle Sensor Relearn	√	√	√	√	√
Battery Register And Reset	√	√	√	√	√
Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration	Reset diesel emissions (light & medium duty vehicles)	Reset diesel emissions (light & medium duty vehicles)	Reset diesel emissions (light & medium duty vehicles)	Reset diesel emissions (light & medium duty vehicles)	Reset diesel emissions (light & medium duty vehicles)
TPMS	Sensor ID relearn	Sensor ID relearn	Sensor ID relearn	Sensor ID relearn	Sensor ID relearn
ECU Coding	×	×	√	√	√
IMMO
Read Pin/CS(All Key Lost)	×	√	×	√	×
Key Generation & Learning	×	√	Non-high security keys	√	Non-high security keys
IMMO ECU Reset/Adaptation	×	√	√	√	√
IMMO ECU Refresh/Coding	×	√	√	√	√
Backup/Restore IMMO Data	×	√	×	√	×
Benz 3rd Generation IMMO Add Key, All Key Lost, Key Learning	×	With XP400/ XP400 Pro	×	√	×
BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning & ECU Adaptation	×	√	×	√	×
BMW CAS4/3/2 Key Learning	×	CAS4 Compatible with XP400/ XP400 Pro	×	√	×
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	×	√	Limited demestic & Asian 2014 and older	√	Limited demestic & Asian 2014 and older
EEPROM Read/Write	×	√	×	√	×
MCU Read/Write	×	Basic	×	Advanced	×
ECU, IC, Card & MC9S12 Encryption Chip Read/Write	×	With XP400/ XP400 Pro	×	√	×
Mercedes Infrared Key Read/Write	×	With XP400/ XP400 Pro	×	√	×
Remote Frequency Detect	×	With XP400/ XP400 Pro	×	√	×
Support PC	×	With XP400/ XP400 Pro	×	√	×

 

 

Summary

• Autel MaxiCheck MX808 / MK808 is an entry-level diagnostic tool.
• Autel MaxiIM IM508/ IM608 are professional key programmers.
• Autel MaxiSYS MS908S/ Elite are advanced diagnostic scanners.

BTW, The MaxiSys Elite has a powerful processor. The MK908P has the same diagnostic software as the
Elite. If you can’t afford the Elite and still want diagnostics coding and programming, go for the MK908P

If you want to do more key coding and don’t need the BMW and Benz onboard programming, then you
can look at the IM608 or IM508 with XP400. If you don’t need key coding at a locksmith level but want
to program bmw and benz from the tablet then you can get the Elite or MS908S.

If you want to invest in a tool that you are not going to be able to use all of its special functions. We
would rather recommend a tool that’s a perfect fit for your needs. The mx808 or ms906BT is a fantastic
tool by the way.

 

Source:http://blog.auteldiag.com/autel-mx808-vs-im508-vs-ms908s-vs-im608-vs-elite/

2021 Autel Diagnostics add Tesla Chrysler BMW MercedesBenz Honda Toyota VAG

Autel has released diagnostic scanner software update information in second quarter recently, compatible for most Autel tablet Diagnostic Tools, such as Autel MaxiCOM MK908/ MK908P/ MK906BT, Autel MaxiSys MS906/ MS906BT/ MS908S Pro, Autel MaxiCheck MX808, and so on.

Area: China, America

Software: Diagnosis

Vehicle: Chrysler

Device:

1. Autel Pro series(2021/7/15): MS908S Pro
2. Autel 908 series(2021/7/15): MK908, MK908P
3. Autel 906 series(2021/7/15): MS906, MS906BT, MK906BT
4. Autel MX series(2021/7/30): MX808
5. Autel Ultra(2021/7/10).

 

Version: V3.00(released in late June);

Highlight:

1. Topological

 

Update Content:

1. Added 2020 year17 car models, 2021 year 31 car models like KL-Cherokee, JL-Wrangler, MP-COMPASS, WK-Grand Cherokee, BV-RENEGADE, JT-Gladiator, etc.
2. Added 48 car models ECU functions including read info, read & clear fault codes, read data stream, read VIN, action test, etc.
3. Added 700 special functions for 48 car models, including CBS reset, ABS bleeding, throttle matching, EPB reset, after treatment, etc.

 

 

Area: China, America

Software: Diagnosis

Vehicle: Honda

 

Device:

1. Autel Pro series(2021/7/15): MS908S Pro
2. Autel 908 series(2021/7/15): MK908, MK908P
3. Autel 906 series(2021/7/15):MS906, MS906BT, MK906BT
4. Autel MX series(2021/7/30):MX808
5. Autel Ultra(2021/7/12)

 

Version: V2.00(released at late June);

Update Content:

1. Add 2021 year 14 car models like Honda e, X-NV, M-NV, ENVIX, BREEZE, BREEZE PHEV, BREEZE HYBRID, VEZEL e:HEV, CR-V PHEV, ELYSION HYBRID, ODYSSEY HYBRID, ENVIX HYBRID, CRIDER HYBRID, BALLADE HYBRID;
2. Added 20 ECU functions including read info, read & clear fault codes, read data stream, etc.

 

Autel Ultra Series Updates Now Available

• Tesla

Supports basic functions including read warning message, ECU information, live data, read codes and erase codes, as well as 41 hot special functions including BMS reset alert, BMS clear contactor stress index, EPB service mode, brake bleed and read/write TPMS sensor ID for model X and model S.

• Toyota

1. Adds diagnostic support for C+pod, Supra of 2019-2021, and 65 new models, realizing full coverage of models.
2. Adds basic functions including read codes, active test and live data for 27 systems such as airbag and brake control, realizing full coverage of systems.
3. Updates special function EVAP check, expanding coverage of models.
4. Adds service trans adaptation, expanding coverage of service categories.
5. Adds 16 hot special functions, making hot special functions more pragmatic.
6. Adds intelligent recommendation function for hot DTCs for Corolla of 2010-2019 for North America, providing a set of detailed and comprehensive solutions for DTCs instead of only simple description of DTCs.

• Benz

1. Supports 24 models of 2021 including A 200 4MATIC, GLA 180, GLA 200, EQA 250 and EQA 300.
2. Adds hot functions including ECU information, trouble codes, oil reset, etc. for 243/298 Chassis.

• BMW

1. Adds more than 900 DTCs, more than 80 live data items and more than 3000 DTC analyses.
2. Adds diagnostic support for models up to April 2021.
3. Adds topology function for models up to April 2021.
4. Adds service function fuel system bleed.
5. Adds Vietnamese text.

• VAG

1. Supports basic functions(read codes, live data, active test, basic settings and learning) for models up to 2021.
2. Adds 252 guide functions in 13 categories including DPF, SAS, EPB and oil reset for VW, Audi and Skoda.

• Chrysler

1. Adds functions including ECU information, read codes, erase codes, live data and active test for 12 models of 2020-2021 such as K8-Grand commander, PD-Neon and VM-ProMaster City.
2. Improves 720 special functions including oil reset, brake bleed and aftertreatment for 48 models of 2020-2021.

• Honda

Adds functions including read codes, erase codes, ECU information, live data and oil reset for 21 models of 2021 such as Ballade Hybrid, Breeze Hybrid, Breeze PHEV, etc.

 

NOTE: above updates now are only available on the Ultra Series, and will be available on more tablets in 3 quarters.

More information to be updated...

https://www.auteldiag.com/

 

BMW Injectors Coding Using Autel Maxisys MS908s Pro Step By Step

The Autel makes the calibration process of your new fuel injectors a little easier with no special software necessary. Follow along and we'll show you what to do with the MS908s Pro to perform the calibration process.

Step 1: After replacing the Injectors,Plug the Autel MS908S Prointo the OBD2 Port

Step 2: Step 3: Select "Service"

Next select "service" on the main menu of the Autel scan functions.

Step 3.Select "Injector" 

These are the injector codes to be used. Can be found on the injector its self.

Having been identify BMW VIN, let’s go to 
Hot functions >> Injector >> Injection quantity compensation

It will show the currently injectors stored previous: 4 cylinder codes.

Step 4. Input new value

So I’ll pop the new codes in.
Continue >> F2: enter new calibration values

Select cylinder number, OK >> Input new value, OK >> Yes
The first one cylinder has done.

Step 5.Calibration values

Repeat same operations to finish 4 cylinders.
Press “No >> F1: save calibration values >> Yes” when all were done.
It is saving...if it is wrong, it will kick us back out of it, and we’ll have to start again.

Turn terminal 15 and terminal R off.
Once all statuses have been established on the vehicle, press “Continue”.

So they have been saved successfully.

Step 6.Go back to check the injectors codes again

they are all same as typing in the right order.
Everything is good, the BMW has accepted that.
Done!



This is using Autel MS908S Pro to save new injectors codes for BMW successfully. Hope this will be helpful.

 

Source:https://www.auteldiag.com/service/autel-ms908s-pro-to-code-bmw-injectors.html

2007 BMW steering wheel lock light Reset by using Autel

 

How To Reset ELV BMW Using Autel Diagnostic Machine. This was a 2007 bmw e90 320d diesel, luckily the car started for the customer. Usually when this steering lock and steering comes on it will stop the car from starting.

Purpose:To Reset ELV BMW Using Autel Diagnostic Machine
Car module 2007 BMW E90 320d
Tool option: Autel MaxiSys MS908S Pro 

Procedure


Connect Autel MS908S Pro with BMW OBD2 port:

Go to “Service” after auto detect vehicle VIN >> Power train >> CAS




There are 3 reset functions: reset starter lock, car access system reset, reset internal electric steering lock frequency counter.
I will do them all in turn.


Reset Starter Lock
Reset starter lock >> Electronic immobilizer(EWS): reset starter lock

Turn on terminal 15(ignition), press “Continue” >> Continue.

So it was reset.




Car Access System Reset
Return back to press “Car access system reset” >> Car access system reset

Resetting car access system (CAS), press “Continue”.

Car access system(CAS) was reset, service function completed. Press “Continue”.



Reset Internal Electric Steering Lock Frequency Counter
Go back to press “Reset internal electric steering lock frequency counter” >> Reset the internal electric steering lock fault counter.

The internal ELV fault counter must be reset and a control unit reset performed after replacing the electric steering lock.
Note: this service function must be performed only after replacing the electric steering lock.
Press “F1” to continue.

Resetting internal ELV(Electronic Steering Lock) fault counter and performing control unit reset. Please wait!

The internal ELV(Electronic Steering Lock) fault counter was reset.
Upon the completion of the service function, read the fault code memory out of the control unit below and work through as required: car access system.
Press “Continue”.




Service function completed, press “Continue” to complete.

All finished! As you can see, the lights on dashboard were off.



This is using Autel MS908S Pro Diagnostic Scanner to perform ELV reset for a BMW 3 Series.
Source:http://blog.auteldiag.com/bmw-elv-reset-via-autel-ms908s-pro/