Note: MaxiIM IM508S is specifically designed for legal automotive repairs. This requires users to have legitimate access to the vehicle, either by legally having the vehicle key, or having the vehicle owner’s permission using the key.
Autel IM508S Recent Update:
Toyota V1.80:
1. Adds PIN-free functions Add Smart Key and All Keys Lost (with 8A-BA (TMLF19D) Type Smart Main ECU) for models with smart key as of 2022 including Sienna HV, Harrier HV, Tundra HV, and bZ4X.
2. Adds IMMO functions for models as of 2023 including Alphard/Vellfire, Highlander, RAV4, and Corolla
Lexus V1.80:
1. Adds PIN-free functions Add Smart Key and All Keys Lost (with 8A-BA (TMLF19D) Type Smart Main ECU) for models with smart key as of 2022 including NX series and RX series.
2. Adds IMMO functions for models as of 2023 including IS 300, IS 350, LC 500, LS 500, RC 300, RC 350, and ES 350.
VW V1.90:
1. Adds MQB NEC35XX type instrument cluster reading & writing function and data decoding function (with XP400 Pro/XP1 Pro and APB130 adapter), supporting chip models including D70F3532, D70F3525, D70F3526, D70F3537, and D70F3529 for common models such as Arteon (2017- 2021), Golf (2013-2021), Passat (2015-2021), Polo (2015-2021), Tiguan (2018-2021), Touran (2016-2022), Jetta (2018-2021), and T-Roc (2018-2021).
Audi V1.90:
Adds MQB NEC35XX type instrument cluster reading & writing function and data decoding function (with XP400 Pro/XP1 Pro and APB130 adapter), supporting chip models including D70F3532, D70F3525, D70F3526, D70F3537, and D70F3529 for common models such as A1 (2019-2021), A3 (2021-2021), Q2 (2017-2021), and Q3 (2019-2021)
Seat V1.90:
Adds MQB NEC35XX type instrument cluster reading & writing function and data decoding function (with XP400 Pro/XP1 Pro and APB130 adapter), supporting chip models including D70F3532, D70F3525, D70F3526, D70F3537, and D70F3529 for common models such as Arona (2018-2021), Ateca (2017-2021), Ibiza (2018-2021), Leon (2013-2021), Tarraco (2019-2021), and Toledo (2013-2019)
Skoda V1.90:
Adds MQB NEC35XX type instrument cluster reading & writing function and data decoding function (with XP400 Pro/XP1 Pro and APB130 adapter), supporting chip models including D70F3532, D70F3525, D70F3526, D70F3537, and D70F3529 for common models such as Octavia (2013-2021), Fabia (2015-2021), Superb (2015-2021), Kodiaq (2017-2021), Kamiq (2020-2021), and Rapid (2013-2021).
1. Comprehensive IMMO Functions:
The IMMO application requires a data link to the IMMO electronic control system of the test vehicle for diagnosis via OBD II connection.
This application can access the key chip, read, retrieve and write key information, support read PIN/CS (all key lost), key generation, key learning, remote learning, IMMO ECU Reset/Adaptation, IMMO ECU Refresh/Coding, Backup/Restore IMMO Data, BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning and ECU Adaptation.
Advanced Key Programming:
The Programming application requires connection between the tablet and the XP200, and no vehicle connection is required. This application can access the key chip, read, retrieve and write key information, as well as other key related functions.
➢ Read PIN/CS (AII key Lost)
➢ Key Generation
➢ Key Learning/Remote Learning
➢ Backup/Restore IMMO Data
➢ IMMO ECU Reset/Adaptation,Refresh/Coding
➢ For BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning and ECU Adaptation
➢ For VW/For AUDI MQB Key Learning,48 Transponder(96-bit)Add Key ,All Key Lost,A6 AII Key Lost
After adding XP400 Pro, Autel IM508S+XP400PRO has the same functions as IM608 PRO on Key Programming and IMMO Anti-theft functions.
● IMMO Anti-theft: Benz 3rd Generation IMM-O Add Key; All Key Lo-st; Key Learning BMW CAS4/3/2 Key Learning.
● Key Programming: Mer-cedes Infrared Key Read/Write; Remote Frequency Detection; Read/Write PIN (All Key L-ost); For 2015- 2019 Jaguar Land Rover Write Key via Dump; Volvo Smart Key/ Fobik Smart Key Learning; IC Chip Keys on Late Model Hyun-dai K-ia Vehicles; ECU, IC Card & MC9S12 Encryption Chip
XP400 Key & Chip Programmer Function List:
1. Support PC
2. MCU / EEPROM Chips Read / Write
3. ECU Read / Write
4. MC9S12 Encryption Chip Read / Write
5. Key Read / Write
6. Mercedes Infrared Key Read / Write
7. Remote Frequency Detect
8. IC Card Read/Write
The XP400 Pro has been extended IMMO functionalities on BMW, BENZ and Audi etc., designed to work with IM508S to perform various IMMO Key programmings, key chip programming functions, MCU writing and reading,etc. Auto Detect Make, Model, Year, System. Read PIN (All Key Lost), Key Learning, IMMO ECU Reset/Adaption, IMMO ECU Refresh/Coding, Remote Learning
➢ For AUDI Q5/ A4/A5 2015-2017 Key Learning
➢ For VW MQB Key Learning
➢ For BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning and Adaption
➢ For BMW CAS4 Key Learning and Adaption
➢ For Mercedes Key Learning
➢ For 2015-2018 Land Rover & Jaguar write key via dump
➢ For Volvo Smart Key Learning/ knob-style smart key, etc.
4. OE-Level All Systems Diagnostic:
Same as MK808BT MK808 MX808 on diagnostics, Autel MaxiIM IM508 Pro supports scan all available systems on 99% cars. It can retrieve ECU information, read & erase DTCs, view live data, Freeze data frame on Engines/ Transmission/ Airbags/ Immobilizer/ Key Coding/ ABS/ SBS/ Doors/ Gateway/ Steering Angle/ Air Suspension/ Body and so on.
● ECU Information — provides the retrieved ECU information in detail. An information screen opens upon selection.
● Read Codes — displays detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the test vehicle’s ECU.
● Erase Codes — erases DTC records and other data from the test vehicle's ECU.
● Live Data — retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the test vehicle' s ECU.
● Active Test — accesses specific subsystem and components tests of vehicles.
● Special Function — performs various component adaptations.
5. Bi-Directional Control / Active Test:
Key Programming tool IM508S can perform real active tests that can send commands to the vehicle's ECU to drive the actuators to work, like ABS, window, door, solenoids, valves, wipers, headlamp, etc, helping you quickly find out bad parts and pinpoint faulty issues.
6. 28+ Service Functions
Autel IM508S is also able to perform 28+ various maintenance & reset services such as Oil reset; EPB; TPMS; BMS; Brake bleed; Aftertreatment; Immo keys; Injector; SAS; Suspension; Throttle; VIN DR ROOF; Seets; Odometer; Lang change; Headlamp; CHG tire size; TEC learn; ABSSRS; Cylinder; VGT learn; Speed & PTO; Clutch; Trans adaptation; Airbag reset; A/F Setting; Automatic Start/Stop; Electronic Water Pump start; EGR; VIN; FRM RESET; Transport; Mode; HV Battery; ACC; A/C; Rain/Light Sensor; Reset control unit and more.
➢ Oil Reset: Turn off the oil light, and reset the service mileage.
➢ EPB Reset: Reset the brake pads after replacement.
➢ ABS Bleed: Cycling the ABS system to bleed the air out of the ABS system before traditional bleeding.
➢ Injector Coding: Coding the new injector after replacement.
➢ IMMO Keys: Add new keys, key learning, disable lost keys. (For Asian cars with low-grade IMMO system only)
➢ DPF Regeneration: Clear particulate from the DPF filter.
➢ Throttle Relearn: Initialize the throttle actuators to the default state;
10. The Best Combination for Key Programming:
➢ Use with Autel G-BOX2/G-BOX3:
The Autel G-BOX2 is an adapter used to program keys for Mercedes-Benz DAS3 CAN EIS/EXS (All Keys Lost), Mercedes-Benz All Keys Lost Password Calculations and DME/DDE ISN Reading & Writing in Boot Mode or Bench Method for BMW; Reads and writes Bosch engine ECU on F chassis of BMW and MQB of Volkswagen.This G-Box2 contains cables, fuse connector, and CAN line connectors.
➢ Use with Autel APB112:
Collect the data sent from the ignition coil, identify the ignition coil troubles , 46, 4D key chip data collection and key simulation,Toyota/ Lexus smart key all key lost.
➢ Use with Autel IMKPA:
IMKPA is a Key Programming Adapter Kit, compatible with the XP400Pro Key & Chip Programmer. Includes 12 adapters for the XP400Pro that enable Read/Write/Erase for Mercedes Benz ESL_W209 / W906 Data, for Mercedes Benz NEC Key Learning, BMW EWS3 Key Learning and for Volkswagen/AUDI/BMW/Benz Key Unlock.
No. | Color | Definition | Pin correspond to DB26 | Note |
1 | Red | VCC5V | 16 | |
2 | Black | GND | 3/10/25 | |
3 | Blue and White | REMOTE_MISO | 14 | |
4 | Gray and White | REMOTE_MOSI | 5 | |
5 | Brown and White | REMOTE_CLK | 23 | |
6 | Green and White | REMOTE_RX_C S | 15 |
No. | Color | Definition | Pin correspond to DB26 | Note |
1 | Red | VCC12V | 7 | |
2 | Black | GND | 25 | |
3 | Green | IGN | / | |
4 | Orange | CANL | 8 | |
5 | Blue | CANH | 17 | |
6 | Brown | BOOTM | / | |
7 | Yellow | K | 18 | |
8 | White | LIN | 26 |
No. | Color | Definition | Pin correspond to DB26 | Note |
1 | Red and White | VPP1 | 20 | |
2 | Red and Black | VPP2 | 12 | |
3 | Red and Yellow | +12V | 7 | |
4 | Red and Blue | VPPR | / | |
5 | Black | GND | 25 | |
6 | White | S1 | 14 | |
7 | Brown | S2 | 5 | |
8 | Gray | S3 | 23 | |
9 | Blue | S4 | 11 | |
10 | Red | S5 | 21 | |
11 | Orange | S6 | 13 | |
12 | Purple | S7 | 4 | |
13 | Yellow | S8 | 19 | |
14 | Green | S9 | 2 | |
15 | Black | GND | 10 | Shielded Twisted |
16 | White | OSC | 1 | Shielded Twisted |
No. | Color | Definition | Pin correspond to DB26 | Note |
1 | Red | +5V | 16 | |
2 | Black | GND | 25 | |
3 | Green | XCLKS | 2 | |
4 | Blue | T/R | 11 | |
5 | Yellow | RESET | 19 | |
6 | Black | GND | 10 | Shielded Twisted |
7 | White | OSC | 1 | Shielded Twisted |
Indicator | Status | Description |
On |
Light Green | Powered on and default |
Flash Green | Communication | |
Light Red | Error |
1. IM608 & IM508 Hardware Differences:
Autel IM508 diagnosis level is equal to MK808BT / MX808, Autel IM608 diagnosis level is equal to MS908 / MK908.
2. IM608 & IM508 IMMO Functions Comparison:
Product | Autel IM508 | Autel IM608 | AuroOtosys IM100 | AuroOtosys IM600 |
IMMO | ||||
Smart Mode(Guided and Automated Key Learning Function) | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Expert Mode(Advanced Key Learning) | √ | √ | ||
Auto Detect Make/Model/Year/System | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Read Pin/CS | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Read Pin/CS(All Key Lost) | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Key Generation | √ | √ | ||
Key Learning | √ | √ | √ | √ |
IMMO ECU Reset/Adaption | √ | √ | √ | √ |
IMMO ECU Refresh/Coding | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Remote Learning | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Backup/Restore IMMO Data | √ | √ | ||
Audi Q5/A4/A5 2015-2017 Read Pin/CS |
√ | N/A | √ | |
BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning and Adaption | √ | √ | √ | |
Mercedes Key Learning | √ | √ | ||
Benz 3rd Generation IMMO Add Key,All Key Lost,Key Learning | √ | |||
BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning and ECU Adaption | √ | √ | ||
BMW CAS4/3/2 Key Learning | CAS4 Available when Connected to XP400 | √ | ||
VW/Audi MQB(VDO & JCI)Add Key,IMMO V A4/A5/Q5 2015+ Key Learning | √ | |||
VW/Audi/Skoda/Seat IMMO III/IV/V Add Key,All Key Lost | √ | √ | ||
Programming | ||||
Key Read/ Write | √ | √ | ||
EEPROM Read/ Write | √ | √ | √ | √ |
MCU Read/ Write | Basic | Advanced | Basic | Advanced |
ECU Read/ Write | When Connected to XP400 | √ | ||
MC9S12 Encryption Chip Read/ Write | When Connected to XP400 | √ | ||
IC Card Read/ Write | When Connected to XP400 | √ | N/A | √ |
Mercedes Infrared Key Read/ Write | When Connected to XP400 | √ | N/A | √ |
Remote Frequency Detect | When Connected to XP400 | √ | N/A | √ |
Support PC | When Connected to XP400 | √ | ||
OE-Level Diagnostics | ||||
All System for Over 80 Markes and Models | N/A | √ | √ | √ |
AutoVIN/ Auto Scan | √ | √ | ||
Read/ Erase Codes | √ | √ | ||
View, Record, Playback Live Data | √ | √ | ||
View Freeze Frame Data | √ | √ | ||
Shop and Data Manager Application | √ | √ | ||
MaxiFlash JVCI ECU Reprogrammer(Bluetooth/ USB Cable) | N/A | √ | N/A | √ |
Advanced Service Functions | ||||
Oil Serive Reset | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Parking Brake Pad Relearn After Replacement | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Steering Angle Sensor Relearn | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Battery Registration and Reset | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensor ID Relearn | √ | √ | √ | √ |
ECU Coding | N/A | √ | N/A | √ |
VW/Audi Component Protection | N/A | √ | ||
Complete Service Functions | N/A | √ | N/A | √ |
Tool Features | ||||
Built-in Rechargeable Lion Battery | 5000 mAh | 15000 mAh | 5000 mAh | 15000 mAh |
Internet Updatable | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
Multilingual Support | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Touchscreen | 7-Inch | 10.1-Inch | 7-Inch | 10.1-Inch |
Memory | 32GB | 64GBP | 32GB | 64GBP |
Processor | Cortex-A9 Processor | Cortex A7+A15 Six-Core Processor | Quad-Core Processor | Hexa-Core Processor |
Camera | N/A | 8.0 Megapixel | N/A | 8.0 Megapixel |
Resoluton | 1024×600 | 1920×1200 | 1024×600 | 1920×1200 |
Note: XP400 can be pruchased separately Some listed functions are manufacture dependent. Constantly update MaxiIM for current vehicle coverage. Update software regularly for most accurate tool features. |
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IM508 | IM608 PRO | |
COMPARISON CHART | ||
Smart Mode (Guided and Automated Key Learning Function) | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Expert Mode (Advanced Key Learning) | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Auto Detect Make/Model/Year/System | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Read PIN (All Key Lost) | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Key Generation | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Key Learning | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Remote Learning | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
IMMO ECU Reset/Adaption | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
IMMO ECU Refresh/Coding | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Backup/Restore IMMO Data | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
BENZ 3rd Generation IMMO Add Key, All Key Lost via OBD | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
Read/Write/Erase Benz ESL_W209 / W906 Data | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
Benz OE NEC Key Learning | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Need extra adapters |
AUDI Q5/A4/A5 2015-2017 Key Learning via OBD | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Need extra adapters |
Volkswagen MQB Key Learning via OBD | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
BMW FEM/BDC Key Learning and Adaption | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
BMW CAS4 Key Learning | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
BMW EWS3 Key Learning | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Need extra adapters |
2015-2018 Land Rover&Jaguar Write Key via Dump | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
Volvo Smart Key/Fobik Smart Key Learning | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
Volkswagen/AUDI/BMW Key Unlock | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Need extra adapters |
Programming | ||
EEPROM Read/Write | Basic | Advanced |
MCU Read/Write | Basic | Advanced |
Key Programming | Basic | Advanced |
Mercedes Infrared Key Read/Write | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
Remote Frequency Detection | Available when connected to XP400 Pro | Standard Functions |
OE-Level Diagnostics | ||
All Systems for Over 80 Makes | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
MaxiFlash JVCI (J2534 ECU Reprogrammer) | Standard Functions | |
Advanced Service Functions | ||
Oil Serive Reset | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Parking Brake Pad Relearn After Replacement | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Steering Angle Sensor Relearn | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Battery Registration and Reset | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Active Test | Standard Functions | |
ECU Coding | Standard Functions | |
Complete Service Functions | Basic | Advanced |
Features | ||
Built-in Rechargeable Li-ion Battery | 5000 mAh | 15000 mAh |
Internet updatable | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi |
Multilingual Support | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Limited One Year Warranty | Standard Functions | Standard Functions |
Touchscreen 7-inch 10.1-inch | 7-inch | 10.1-inch |
Memory | 32 GB | 64 GB |
Processor | Quad-core processor | Hexa-core processor |
Camera | 8.0 Megapixel | |
Resolution | 1024x600 | 1920x1200 |