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Summary of Contents for MaxiBas BT508

Page 1: ...rmation available at the time of printing Autel reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice While information of this manual has been carefully checked for accuracy no guarantee is given for the completeness and correctness of the contents including but not limited to the product specifications functions and illustrations Autel will not be liable for any direct special incidental...

Page 2: ...y the safety of others in the work area the device being used or the vehicle being tested Before using the device always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested Use the device only as described in this manual Read understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual Safety Mess...

Page 3: ...r flame in vicinity of battery or engine Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin clothing or eyes If battery acid contacts skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If acid enters eye immediately flush eye with cold running water for at least ten minutes and get medical attention immediately Use caution when working with metallic tools to prevent s...

Page 4: ...Description 7 2 2 2 Power Sources 8 2 2 3 Technical Specifications 8 3 Getting Started 10 3 1 POWER UP 10 3 1 1 Application Buttons 12 3 2 TEST PREPARATION 12 3 2 1 Inspect the Battery 12 3 2 2 Connecting to a Battery 13 4 IN VEHICLE TEST 14 4 1 START THE TEST 15 4 1 1 VCI Connection 16 4 1 2 Confirm Vehicle Information 18 4 2 BATTERY TEST 20 4 3 STARTER TEST 24 4 4 GENERATOR TEST 25 5 OUT VEHICLE...

Page 5: ...odes 41 8 2 3 Erase Codes 42 9 HISTORY 43 10 MALL 44 11 ME 46 11 1 ORDER MANAGER 47 11 2 REPAIR REPORTS 47 11 3 DELETE VEHICLE 48 11 4 DATA LOGGING 48 11 5 VCI MANAGER 49 11 6 BAS MANAGER 49 11 7 SETTINGS 49 11 8 USER MANUAL 50 12 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 51 12 1 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 51 12 2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST 52 12 3 ABOUT BATTERY USAGE 52 12 4 SERVICE PROCEDURES 54 12 4 1 Technical Sup...

Page 6: ...ility of other modules and optional tools or accessories Conventions The following conventions are used Bold Text Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options Example Tap OK Notes and Important Messages Notes A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations tips and comments Example NOTE New batteries reach full capacity after approximately 3 ...

Page 7: ...rlinks or links that take you to other related articles procedures and illustrations are available in electronic documents Blue italic text indicates an internal link and blue underlined text indicates a website link or an email address link Illustrations Illustrations used in this manual are samples the actual testing screen may vary for each vehicle being tested Observe the menu titles and on sc...

Page 8: ...entifies low capacity batteries The BT508 can provide a quick health status check of the existing battery register a new battery and perform advanced battery and electrical system diagnosis The BT508 package includes a tester with a clamp cable a VCI device and the Battery Test app The Battery Test app is available for download from the Apple App Store or Google Play ...

Page 9: ...4 2 1 MaxiBAS BT508 Tester 2 1 1 Function Description Figure 2 1 MaxiBAS BT508 1 Power Button 2 Status LED 3 Power LED 4 USB Port 5 Battery Clamp Cable ...

Page 10: ... Green The tester is powered on and the battery is sufficiently charged Flashing Green The tester is charging Becomes solid green when battery is fully charged Red Flashing Red The battery level is low Please charge Solid Red The device is in boot mode 2 1 2 Power Sources The BT508 tester can receive power from the following sources Internal battery pack AC DC power supply IMPORTANT Do not charge ...

Page 11: ...also charges the internal battery pack 2 1 3 Technical Specifications Item Description Connectivity USB 2 0 Type C Bluetooth 4 2 Input Voltage 5 V DC Working Current 150 mA at 12 V DC CCA Range 100 to 2000 A Voltage Range 6 to 36 V Working Temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Dimension L x W x H 107 mm 4 21 x 75 mm 2 95 x 26 mm 1 02 clamp cable not i...

Page 12: ...cription LED Color Description Power LED Yellow The VCI is powered on and performing self check Green The VCI is ready for use Flashing Red The firmware is updating Vehicle Connection LED Green Solid Green The VCI is connected via USB cable Flashing Green The VCI is communicating via USB cable Blue Solid Blue The VCI is connected via Bluetooth Flashing Blue The VCI is communicating via Bluetooth ...

Page 13: ...ant data link connector DLC AC DC Power Supply The VCI device can be powered from a wall socket using the AC DC power adapter The user can charge the flashlight on the VCI by this way 2 2 3 Technical Specifications Item Description Communications BLE EDR USB 2 0 Wireless Frequency 2 4 GHz Input Voltage Range 6 to 36 V DC Supply Current 150 mA 12 V DC Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 ...

Page 14: ...9 Item Description Weight 70 7 g 0 156 lb Built in Battery 3 7 V Lithium Battery Light White LED ...

Page 15: ...est app is compatible with 64 bit devices only 3 1 Power Up 1 Download and install app Search for Battery Test in Google Play or the Apple App Store to download and install the app to your device or scan the QR code below to be directed to the Battery Test app download On an Android device you will be directed to Google Play while iOS users will be directed to the Apple App Store 2 Register and lo...

Page 16: ...y located under the vehicle s dashboard Follow the on screen instructions to connect the VCI to the app on your device via Bluetooth NOTE 1 It is recommended to pair your BT508 and VCI V200P by scanning the QR code on the back of the device If you wish to connect the VCI to your mobile device via Bluetooth the VCI must be inserted in the vehicle s DLC port first 2 On an Android device Bluetooth ca...

Page 17: ...e See page 29 Battery reset Accesses the Battery reset function See page 31 Diagnostics Accesses the unit s diagnostics functions See page 36 History Accesses diagnostics and battery test results See page 43 3 2 Test Preparation 3 2 1 Inspect the Battery Before starting a test inspect the battery for Cracking buckling or leaking If you see any of these defects replace the battery Corroded loose or...

Page 18: ...o a Battery Press and hold the Lock Power button to turn on the BT508 Connect the red clamp to the positive terminal and the black clamp to the negative terminal of the battery The black clamp is installed with an infrared sensor near the clamp mouth that tests the battery temperature The battery temperature will appear in the Battery Test Result screen or in the Battery Test Report ...

Page 19: ...espectively IMPORTANT 1 Before using the diagnostic functions ensure that the desired vehicle software has been downloaded from the Mall screen and that the VCI is connected to your mobile device 2 A Disclaimer page will appear when accessing any function on the Home screen for the first time Please read the end user agreement and TAP Accept to continue If you tap Decline you will not be able to u...

Page 20: ...cs and History 2 Navigation Button displays Home screen Mall and Me Via the Mall the user can download the three software apps Demo Eobd and Battery Test for free All systems diagnostics software for additional brands may also be purchased via the Mall The Me panel provides information related to the user account including the Order Manager Repair Report Delete Vehicle Data Logging VCI Manager BAS...

Page 21: ... this menu as Maxi suffixed with a serial number starting with CFJP 4 Check the serial number on your VCI label and select the desired device for pairing 5 When paired successfully the connection status is shown as Paired and the vehicle connection LED will light solid blue NOTE 1 Step 2 is only applicable to Android users iOS users cannot complete this operation 2 When entering the VCI Manager fo...

Page 22: ...p the icon to return to the previous screen The mobile device will switch to the Vehicle information screen The VCI button on the top right corner of the screen will display a green check mark indicating the mobile device is connected to the VCI ...

Page 23: ...on Screen Buttons Name Button Description AutoVIN After the VCI is connected to the device through the vehicle s OBD II Data Link Connector DLC turn on the ignition The vehicle s VIN will automatically be recognized Battery Location Tap to view the battery location diagram ...

Page 24: ... the tab to return to the Vehicle information screen Tap Battery Location on the bottom left corner of the screen and view the battery position diagram 9 Find the battery check the battery information on it and select the correct battery parameters on the screen 10 Confirm the information on the Vehicle information screen is accurate Tap the corresponding field to manually correct the parameter va...

Page 25: ...OS device if already paired with the battery tester 11 The Clamp Connection Diagram will appear Follow the instructions to connect the clamp cables and tap Next to continue Name Button Description Back Returns to the previous screen Exit Returns to the Diagnosis or Diagnostics screen VCI Connection Tap to enter the VCI Manager The icon also displays the connection status of the VCI Battery Connect...

Page 26: ...21 Figure 4 6 Sample Battery Information Screen 12 Follow the on screen instructions check the boxes and tap Start Testing 13 Wait until the test is completed The test results will appear as shown below ...

Page 27: ...ny of the process buttons to advance to the corresponding test battery test starter test or generator test A status icon will appear on the bottom right corner of the button indicating the test results Battery Test Results The battery test results include a color coded results summary a list of test data and repair tips ...

Page 28: ... Functions include Report and Replace Battery The table below provides a brief description of these operations NOTE Please always complete the Battery test before proceeding to the Starter and Generator tests Name Description Report Tap to view the test data and results in report form Tap Print on the bottom of the screen to print the test report to the built in thermal printer Tap Email to send t...

Page 29: ...e test results will be displayed as follows Figure 4 8 Sample Starter Test Results Screen Table 4 3 Starter Test Results Result Description Cranking Normal Starter is good Current Too Low Low momentary discharge capacity Voltage Too Low Low battery storage capacity Not Started Starter is not detected for starting ...

Page 30: ...25 4 4 Generator Test 15 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the test The test results will be displayed as follows Figure 4 9 Sample Generator Test Results Screen ...

Page 31: ... Output Too High The generator is not properly connected to the ground The voltage adjuster is broken and needs replacement Ripple Too Large The commutation diode is broken and needs repair or replacing No Output The cable is loose Some vehicles with power management systems do not provide path for charging due to the sufficient load capacity of the battery The generator or the voltage adjuster is...

Page 32: ...ry only The compatible battery types and standards are as follows Types FLOODED AGM AGM SPIRAL EFB and GEL Standards CCA SAE CA EN EN2 IEC DIN JIS MCA BCI and GB 5 1 Test Procedure 1 Connect the tester clamps to the battery terminals 2 Select the appropriate battery type rating standard and capacity Tap Start Testing to start the test Figure 5 1 Sample Out vehicle Test Screen ...

Page 33: ... Result Description Good Battery Battery meets required standards Good Recharge Battery is good but low on charge Fully charge the battery Check for causes of low charge Charge Retest Battery requires charge to determine its condition Replace Battery Battery fails to meet industry accepted standards Bad Cell Battery fails to meet industry accepted standards ...

Page 34: ...tery Type Suggestion Preparation Battery Replacement steps New Battery Test and Battery Registration 6 1 Replace the Battery 1 Tap the Help button at the bottom of each screen to read all the help information carefully before operation then follow the on screen instructions to complete the battery replacement Figure 6 1 Sample Help Screen ...

Page 35: ...isconnected we recommend using a memory saver an optional accessory to connect a spare battery to the vehicle Figure 6 2 Sample New Battery Test Results Screen 3 When the new battery test is completed tap Next to automatically proceed to Auto Registration in the Battery Reset section ...

Page 36: ...replacement BMS reset Electric appliance reset Special function and Battery usage history Figure 7 1 Sample Battery Reset Main Menu Screen 7 1 Auto Registration after battery replacement Auto registration is often used after the successful installation of a new battery including BMS reset and Electric appliance reset ...

Page 37: ...choosing the desired battery replacement registration information of Scene Condition Influence and Note will appear Click Next to complete registration 7 1 2 Electric Appliance Reset When the vehicle power is interrupted when replacing the battery and a memory saver has not been used position settings on some vehicle components will be lost These position limits should be relearned The functions a...

Page 38: ...sired functions Figure 7 3 Sample Electric Appliance Reset Screen 7 2 Special Functions The special functions vary by vehicle make Functions other than battery reset are categorized as special functions Please follow the on screen instructions to perform the desired function ...

Page 39: ...ction will display the following three tests 1 SOC State of Charge in the last 5 days monitors the SOC status and diagnoses the health status of the battery 2 Proportion of SOC duration displays battery usage habits of drivers 3 Estimated current mileage comparison battery replacement determines the current battery life based on the previous vehicle mileage record ...

Page 40: ...d of three sections 1 Main view displays data in a waveform or bar graph 2 Data description provides brief descriptions of the test result 3 Suggestion offers suggestions on existing problems Figure 7 5 Sample SOC in the Last 5 Days Screen ...

Page 41: ...ol Units displays a selection menu for all available control units of the vehicle After a section is made and the tablet establishes communication with the vehicle the corresponding function menu or selection menu should appear Table 8 1 Top Toolbar Buttons Button Description Return to the previous page Return to the Diagnostics screen Display VCI connection status Make live data selection by sele...

Page 42: ...splays the sequence numbers Column 2 displays the scanned systems Column 3 displays the diagnostic indicators describing test results Indicators are defined as follows Fault Fault indicates fault code s detected indicates the number of the detected faults Pass no fault indicates the system has completed the scanning process with no fault detected ...

Page 43: ...etes codes A warning message will display to inform you of possible data loss when this function is selected OK Confirms test results Continues with system diagnosis after the desired system is selected by tapping the item in the Main Section Pause Suspends scanning Will change to Continue button after tapping ESC Returns to the previous screen or exits Auto Scan Search Searches related fault code...

Page 44: ...39 Figure 8 2 Sample Function Menu Screen The Function menu options may vary slightly by vehicle The Function menu may include ECU information Read codes Erase codes Live data Freeze frame ...

Page 45: ...tion 4 Choose Auto Scan to locate a desired system or through menu driven selections in Control Units 5 Select the desired diagnostics function from the Function menu 8 2 1 ECU Information This function retrieves and displays specific information for the tested control unit including model year ECU part number and other specifications Figure 8 3 Sample ECU Information Screen ...

Page 46: ...rieves and displays the DTCs from the vehicle s control system The Read codes screen varies by each vehicle tested Freeze frame data can be viewed if available snowflake icon indicates data is available Figure 8 4 Sample Read Codes Screen ...

Page 47: ...es After reading the retrieved codes from the vehicle and completing repairs erase the codes from the vehicle by using this function Before performing this function make sure the vehicle s ignition key is in the ON RUN position with the engine off To erase codes 1 Tap Erase codes on the Function menu 2 A message warning of DTCs and or freeze data will be deleted should appear a Tap Yes to continue...

Page 48: ...sts and diagnostics The diagnostics records also provide test results from previously tested vehicles and enables the user to restart a diagnostic session by selecting record without the need to perform auto or manual vehicle selection Figure 9 1 Sample Diagnostics Test Records Screen ...

Page 49: ...Autel ID and link the MaxiBAS BT508 device to your account Three vehicle software sets Battery Test Eobd and Demo are free and available for the life of the tool Download them and all systems diagnostics software for vehicle brand of your choice through the Mall after the initial linking of the VCI to your account Figure 10 1 Sample Mall screen ...

Page 50: ...2 The corresponding price of each app is displayed on the right side of the software Tap the price of the desired app to view the detail screen with more information about the app 3 Tap Buy Now to purchase NOTE Your purchased software are available for one year You can renew them after their expiration ...

Page 51: ...rs have access to functions including Order Manager Repair Reports Delete Vehicle Data Logging VCI Manager BAS Manager Settings and User Manual Figure 11 1 Sample Me Screen The above functions are available only after registration ...

Page 52: ...reen 3 Tap Register to complete the registration 11 1 Order Manager This function can help you manage orders efficiently NOTE Purchased vehicle software cannot be shared between Android and iOS platforms Software purchased on an Android device will not be available on an iOS device and vice versa 11 2 Repair Reports The Battery Test app can save a history of scan reports from your diagnostic sessi...

Page 53: ...data 11 3 Delete Vehicle This option allows you to delete vehicle files from the unit 11 4 Data Logging The Data Logging option allows you to launch the Autel Support platform to view all recordings on the diagnostic system The Data Logging option keeps all test records whether submitted Feedback or not submitted Not ...

Page 54: ...ester with the VCI device check the communication status and upgrade the VCI firmware 11 6 BAS Manager The BAS Manager allows you to establish a Bluetooth connection and to check and update the firmware version NOTE When initiating a diagnostic function the screen will display a notification message to prompt the user to update the firmware if a newer version is available 11 7 Settings Select the ...

Page 55: ...y default Metric is chosen Tap English to have the tool display measures in English units Tips Reset Reset the tips feature to turn on the on screen guidance when using your unit 11 8 User Manual This option launches the User Manual for the MaxiBAS BT508 ...

Page 56: ...ithin normal operating temperatures Do not store the devices in humid dusty or dirty areas Check the housing wiring and connectors for dirt and damage before and after each use At the end of each work day wipe the device housing wiring and connectors clean with a damp cloth Do not attempt to disassemble the tester Do not drop or cause severe impact to the device Use only authorized battery charger...

Page 57: ...ed Autel supplier if the unit or charger is damaged C When Bluetooth connection fails The Bluetooth signal is out of range Move the battery tester closer to your mobile device You may remove the VCI from the vehicle s DLC and insert it again and turn off Bluetooth on your mobile device and turn it on again and or turn off your mobile device and turn it on again NOTE If the problems persist please ...

Page 58: ...ce Only use the charging device that has been qualified with device per the standard Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire explosion leakage or other hazards Avoid dropping the tester If the tester is dropped especially on a hard surface and the user suspects damage contact support The battery recharging time varies depending on the remaining battery capacity Battery ...

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Page 61: ...air service form from www autel com and fill in the form The following information must be included Contact name Return address Telephone number Product name Complete description of the problem Proof of purchase for warranty repairs Preferred method of payment for non warranty repairs NOTE For non warranty repairs payment can be made with Visa Master Card or with approved credit terms Send the dev...

Page 62: ...its for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no gu...

Page 63: ...the radiator your body RF Warning Statement The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction RF ETSIEN300328 V2 2 2 2019 07 RoHS COMPLIANCE This device is declared to be in compliance with the European RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU and Directive EU 2015 863 IEC62321 CE COMPLIANCE This product is declared to ...

Page 64: ...of the device Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty does not apply to a Products subjected to abnormal use or conditions accident mishandling neglect unauthorized alteration misuse improper installation or repair or improper storage b Products whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number h...

Page 65: ...60 IMPORTANT All contents of the product may be deleted during the process of repair You should create a back up copy of any contents of your product before delivering the product for warranty service ...

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