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Summary of Contents for MaxiIM IM508

Page 1: ...d on the latest information 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 direc...

Page 2: ...ods and test procedures It is essential to perform tests in an appropriate and acceptable manner that does not endanger your safety 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 ...

Page 3: ...ment etc away from all moving or hot engine parts Operate the vehicle in a well ventilated work area for exhaust gases are poisonous Put the transmission in PARK for automatic transmission or NEUTRAL for manual transmission and make sure the parking brake is engaged Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while testing Be extra cautious when working around th...

Page 4: ...re to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the test equipment To avoid damaging the test equipment or generating false data make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged and the connection to the vehicle DLC is clean and secure Do not place the test equipment on the distributor of the vehicle Strong electro magnetic interference can damage the equipment ...

Page 5: ...TARTED 24 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 25 NAVIGATION 28 IMMO 32 5 PROGRAMMING 39 PROGRAMMING 39 6 DIAGNOSTICS 43 DIAGNOSIS 43 GENERIC OBD II OPERATIONS 55 EXITING DIAGNOSTICS 59 7 SERVICE 61 OIL RESET SERVICE 61 ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE EPB SERVICE 64 BMS 68 STEERING ANGLE SENSOR SAS SERVICE 73 DPF SERVICE 76 TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM TPMS SERVICE 86 8 UPDATE 89 9 SETTINGS 92 UNIT 92 ...

Page 6: ... 97 10 REMOTE DESK 98 11 DATA MANAGER 100 OPERATIONS 100 12 SHOP MANAGER 105 VEHICLE HISTORY 106 WORKSHOP INFORMATION 109 CUSTOMER MANAGER 111 13 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 115 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 115 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST 116 ABOUT BATTERY USAGE 116 14 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION 118 15 WARRANTY 121 LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY 121 ...

Page 7: ...ld 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 to 5 charging and discharging cycles Important IMPORTANT indicates a situation which if not avoided may re...

Page 8: ...dures and illustrations are available in electronic documents Blue italic text indicates a selectable hyperlink 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 screen instructions to make correct option selection ...

Page 9: ...r DTCs for all available modules of the majority of the makes and models on the market IM508 provides you with superior special functions including Oil Reset EPB Electronic Parking Brake SAS Steering Angle Sensor BMS Battery Management System DPF Diesel Particulate Filter IMMO and TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System What is more together with the key programmer XP200 IM508 is capable of providing...

Page 10: ...lashes green when the Display Tablet is communicating linking with the vehicle s system The power LED displays green yellow or red depending on power level and operating state A Green Illuminates green when the Display Tablet is charging and the battery level is above 90 Illuminates green when the Display Tablet is powered on and the battery level is above 15 B Yellow Illuminates yellow when the D...

Page 11: ...wing of the Display Tablet 6 Heat Sink 7 Built in Battery Figure 2 3 Display Tablet Top View 8 Mini USB OTG Port 9 Micro SD Card Slot holds the micro SD card 10 DB15 Pin Port connects the main cable 11 USB Port 12 Lock Power Button turns the device on off with long press or locks the screen with short press Power Sources The Display Tablet can receive power from any of the following sources ...

Page 12: ... the vehicle External Power Supply The Display Tablet can be powered from a wall socket using the mini USB cable and USB external power adapter The external power supply also charges the internal battery pack Technical Specifications Table 2 1 Specifications Item Description Recommended Use Indoor Operating System AndroidTM 4 4 4 Processor Cortex A9 processor 1 6 GHz Memory 32GB Display 7 inch LCD...

Page 13: ... 32 to 122 F Storage Temp 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Operating Humidity 5 95 non condensing Dimensions W x H x D 237 8 mm 9 4 x 148 6 mm 5 9 x 35 5 mm 1 4 Net Weight 788 g 2 42 lb Supported Automotive Protocols ISO9141 2 ISO14230 2 ISO15765 K L Line Flashing Code SAE J1850 VPW SAE J1850 PWM ISO11898 Highspeed Middlespeed Lowspeed and Singlewire CAN fault tolerant CAN SAE J2610 GM UART UART Echo Byte Pr...

Page 14: ...external power adapter USB External Power Adapter Together with the mini USB cable connects the Display Tablet to the external DC power port for power supply Quick Guide Device connection and diagnostic software update instructions XP200 The XP200 is specially designed to read Volkswagen vehicle key chip data clone and generate exclusive keys read write on board EEPROM data and read write Freescal...

Page 15: ...iption Operating Temperature 10 50 14 122 Storage Temperature 20 60 4 140 Port Mini USB VGA_DB15 Input Voltage 5 VDC Operating Current 250 mA Maximum Consumption 1 W Device Dimensions L W H 130 mm 68 mm 28 mm Package Dimensions L W H 201 mm 167 mm 75 mm Net Weight 466 g Gross Weight 11 kg 20 pcs Accessories Included APB001 EEPROM Adaptor APB002 68HC908 Adaptor ...

Page 16: ...s the vehicle key chip 2 Vehicle Key Slot holds the vehicle key 3 Status LED Light indicates the current operating status 4 Connection Port connects EEPROM Adaptor and EEPROM Clamp Integrated MC9S12 Cable 5 USB Port provides data communication and power supply Vehicle Key Slot Holds the Vehicle Key to read and write vehicle key information ...

Page 17: ...le 2 3 for detailed description Table 2 3 Status LED Light on the Front Panel LED Light Color Status Description Power Solid Green Powered on and Default Status Flashing Green Communication Status Solid Red Error Status Connection Port There are two accessories that can be paired with the connection port EEPROM Clamp Integrated MC9S12 Cable and EEPROM Adaptor EEPROM Clamp Integrated MC9S12 Cable ...

Page 18: ...ed MC9S12 Cable 1 MC9S12 Cable Table 2 4 Definitions of MC9S12 Cable No Color Definition Pin correspond to DB15 Note 3 Green TXCLKS 1 4 Black GND 2 Shielded line 5 White TOSC 6 Shielded line 6 Blue TSW 7 7 Brown GND 8 8 Yellow TRESET 11 ...

Page 19: ...Clamp Cable Table 2 5 Definitions of EEPROM Clamp Cable No Color Definition Pin correspond to DB15 Note 10 White and Red P1 5 Pin 1 is red 11 White and Purple P2 15 12 White and Blue P3 10 13 Grey P4 4 14 White and Brown P5 14 ...

Page 20: ...e for connection Therefore it is recommended to dismantle the chip on the EEPROM weld the EEPROM to the EEPROM adaptor or place in the EEPROM socket and then insert it in the EEPROM adaptor 18 EEPROM Clamp 19 DB15 VGA Port EEPROM Adaptor The EEPROM adaptor is compatible with three 8 pin packaging TSSOP SOP DIP connections and each packaging reserves three same ports so the device will function pro...

Page 21: ... NM24C17U ATMEL AT24C256 FAIRCHILD NM24C17UT ATMEL AT24C512 MICROCHIP 85C72 ATMEL AT24C1024 MICROCHIP 85C82 ATMEL AT24C128_1 8 MICROCHIP 85C92 ATMEL AT24C256_1 8 NXP PCF8582C ATMEL AT24C512_1 8 NXP PCF8594C ATMEL AT24C01A NXP PCF8598C ST ST24x01 ST25x01 ATMEL AT25010 ST ST24x02 ST25x02 ATMEL AT25020 ST ST24x04 ST25x04 ATMEL AT25040 ST ST24x08 ST25x08 ATMEL AT25080 ST ST24x16 ST25x16 ATMEL AT25160 ...

Page 22: ...MEL AT25320_1 8 CATALYST CAT25C02 ATMEL AT25640_1 8 CATALYST CAT25C04 ATMEL AT25128_1 8 CATALYST CAT25C08 ATMEL AT25256_1 8 CATALYST CAT25C16 ST M95010 CATALYST CAT25C32 ST M95020 CATALYST CAT25C64 ST M95040 CATALYST CAT25C128 ST M95080 CATALYST CAT25C256 ST M95160 ST M35080 ST M95320 XICOR X5043 ST M95640 XICOR X5045 ST M95128 XICOR X25043 ST M95256 XICOR X25045 ST M95512 MICROCHIP 93C06 MICROCHI...

Page 23: ... 93C66A ST M93C86 MICROCHIP 93C66 ST M93S46 MICROCHIP 93C76A ST M93S56 MICROCHIP 93C76 ST M93S66 MICROCHIP 93C86A ATMEL AT59C11 MICROCHIP 93C86 ATMEL AT59C22 ATMEL AT93C46A ATMEL AT59C13 ATMEL AT93C46 OKI MSM16911 ATMEL AT93C46R TMC TMC93LC46 ATMEL AT93C56 TMC TMC93LC56 ATMEL AT93C57 TMC TMC93LC57 ATMEL AT93C66 TMC TMC93LC66 ATMEL AT93C76 TMC TMC93LC86 ATMEL AT93C86 SONY CXK1011 SONY CXK1012 Seiko...

Page 24: ...ip Type Name Chip Type Name Seiko S_24H30_SOP8 TOSHIBA TC89121 Seiko S_24H45 TOSHIBA TC89122 Seiko S_24H45_SOP8 Xicor X24C44 Seiko S_24S30 9S12 Read Write Supported Types Chip Type Name FREESCALE MC9S12DG128 ...

Page 25: ...fer from the actual ones Powering Up Long press the Lock Power button on the top right of the tablet to power on the unit The power LED light will illuminate green The system boots up and displays the lock screen Slide the Lock icon to the left to enter the MaxiIM Job Menu or slide to the right to unlock Figure 3 1 Sample Job Menu 1 Application Buttons 2 Locator and Navigation Buttons 3 Status Ico...

Page 26: ...re displayed in the table below Table 3 1 Applications Button Name Description IMMO Accesses IMMO functions menu See IMMO on page 24 Programming Accesses Programming functions menu See Programming on page 39 Diagnostics Accesses diagnostic functions menu See Diagnostics on page 43 Service Accesses special functions menu See Service on page 61 Update Checks for the latest update available for the M...

Page 27: ... Description Locator Indicate the location of the screen Swipe the screen left or right to view the previous or next screen Back Return to the previous screen Android Home Return to Android System s Home screen Recent Apps Display a list of applications that are currently in use Tap an app icon to launch To remove an app swipe it to the top or bottom Chrome Launch the Android built in browser Scre...

Page 28: ... and dimmed when disabled Table 3 3 Shortcuts Panel Buttons Button Name Description Calculator Launches calculator when pressed Clock Launches clock when pressed Wi Fi Enables disables Wi Fi when pressed Airplane Mode Enables disables Airplane Mode when pressed System Settings Launches the Android System Settings screen when pressed Powering Down All vehicle communications must be terminated befor...

Page 29: ... tablet 1 Long press the Lock Power Button 2 Tap Power off option 3 Tap OK the tablet will turn off in a few seconds Reboot System In case of system crash long press the Lock Power button and tap Reboot option to reboot the system ...

Page 30: ...nk is established between the test vehicle and the tablet via the main cable and the XP200 is connected to the tablet with the supplied USB cable Vehicle Menu Layout When the tablet is properly connected to the vehicle the platform is ready to start vehicle diagnosis Tap on the IMMO application button on the MaxiIM IM508 Job Menu to access the Vehicle Menu 1 Top Toolbar Buttons 2 Manufacturer Butt...

Page 31: ...tory records This option provides you direct access to the previously tested vehicle recorded during previous test sessions See Vehicle History on page 106 USA Display the USA vehicle menu Europe Display the European vehicle menu Asia Display the Asian vehicle menu Search Display the virtual keyboard to manually enter the specific vehicle make required Cancel Exit the search screen or cancel an op...

Page 32: ...Programming does not require connection with the vehicle therefore Auto VIN Scan is not applicable for this application and technicians can manually select the part information follow the onscreen instructions to display the function menu Auto VIN Scan The MaxiIM diagnostic system features the latest VIN based Auto VIN Scan function to identify vehicles and it is applied to IMMO Programming Diagno...

Page 33: ...ehicle and reads the IMMO control unit information Manual VIN Input For vehicles that not supporting the Auto VIN Scan function you may manually enter the vehicle VIN To perform Manual VIN Input 1 Tap the IMMO application button from the MaxiIM Job Menu The Vehicle Menu displays 2 Tap the VIN Scan button on the top toolbar 3 Select Manual Input Figure 4 3 Sample Enter VIN Screen 4 Tap the input bo...

Page 34: ...ot automatically retrievable through the vehicle s ECU or the specific VIN is unknown the vehicle can be manually selected This mode of vehicle selection is menu driven repeat the first two steps from the automatic selection operation and tap Manual Selection Through a series of on screen prompts and selections the test vehicle is chosen If needed press the Back button at the bottom right corner o...

Page 35: ...r of buttons such as print and save The table below provides a brief description of the operations Table 4 2 Operation Toolbar Buttons Button Name Description Home Return to the MaxiIM Job Menu Vehicle Swap Exit the function session of the currently identified test vehicle and return to the vehicle menu screen Settings Open the settings screen See Settings on page 92 Figure 4 4 Sample Mode Selecti...

Page 36: ... follow up the processing progress see Data Logging on page 104 for detailed information To print data 1 Tap the IMMO application button from the MaxiIM Job Menu The Print button on the toolbar is available throughout the IMMO operations 2 Tap Print A drop down menu displays Tap Print This Page to print a screenshot of the current screen 3 A temporary file will be created and send to the connected...

Page 37: ...messages instructions and other information In this case it shows the two modes IMMO provides Smart Mode and Expert Mode Functional Buttons The displayed Functional Buttons vary depending on the stage of operations Functional buttons can be used to navigate menus to save or clear data to exit scanning and to perform a number of other control functions The use of these buttons will be discussed in ...

Page 38: ...ays Each selection narrows the focus and leads to the desired test Tap the screen to make menu selections IMMO The IMMO application requires a data link to the IMMO electronic control system of the test vehicle for diagnosis via OBD II connection The application retrieves vehicle IMMO information and performs IMMO related functions including Key Learning Remote Control Learning Remote Control Add ...

Page 39: ...will display select Yes to continue Figure 4 5 Sample Vehicle Information Screen The tablet will access the vehicle IMMO ECU to read IMMO related information Press OK to continue Then the vehicle key status will display Figure 4 6 Sample Check Key Status Screen Read the vehicle key status carefully and press OK to display the function menu ...

Page 40: ...rrect IMMO part Take Key Learning as an example 1 Select Key Learning from the function menu The tablet will automatically start to read IMMO data Figure 4 8 Sample Key Learning Screen 1 2 When Read IMMO data completes the tablet will prompt a Do you need to make dealer key message select Yes to confirm or select NO to quit the operation ...

Page 41: ...y Learning Screen 3 4 If the new key is blocked the tablet will ask if you want to unlock the key select Yes to continue or select NO to quit the operation 5 A Make dealer key success message displays when the process is completed successfully 6 Then the tablet will automatically move to the next step Key adaption to vehicle and the following message will prompt up ...

Page 42: ...selections according to the test vehicle 8 Input the numbers of the keys to be learned and press OK to continue Figure 4 12 Sample Key Learning Screen 5 9 Follow the onscreen instructions to insert the key to be learned into the vehicle ignition switch ...

Page 43: ...he function Figure 4 14 Sample Key Learning Screen 7 Expert Mode Expert Mode provides skilled technicians a convenient way to perform individual IMMO functions they need All the function options in this mode are separated segments If needed technicians can only perform one segment function instead of a whole process provided in Smart Mode ...

Page 44: ... menu Figure 4 15 Sample Expert Mode Function Menu Take Read IMMO Data as an example Select Read IMMO Data from the function menu The tablet will start to read IMMO information Review the data and press OK to exit Figure 4 16 Sample Read IMMO Data Screen After read the IMMO data technicians can perform other IMMO functions with the read data in Expert Mode ...

Page 45: ...y information as well as other key related functions Programming Select the vehicle manufacturer in the vehicle menu and then follow the onscreen instructions to select the instrument information to display the function menu Figure 5 1 Sample Programming Function Menu Take Chip Read Write as an example 1 Select Chip Read Write from the menu 2 Select the chip type if needed In this example select E...

Page 46: ... Figure 5 2 Sample Select Chip Type Screen 3 Select Read Operation on the next menu Figure 5 3 Sample Operations Menu 4 The chip data screen displays Select Save to save the data or select Cancel to exit ...

Page 47: ... the chip data will be saved on the tablet And a File saved successfully Message displays Figure 5 5 Sample Save Data Screen 6 Select Write Operation from the operations menu The tablet will open the default folder select the saved data and click Confirm to write it into a black chip ...

Page 48: ...42 Figure 5 6 Sample Write Operation Screen ...

Page 49: ... diagnosis via OBD II connection The application performs functional tests retrieves vehicle diagnostic information such as trouble and event codes and live data for various vehicle control systems such as engine transmission and ABS There are two options available when accessing the Diagnosis section 1 Auto Scan starts auto scanning for all the available systems on the vehicle 2 Control Units dis...

Page 50: ...List Tab displays the scanned data in list format Progress Bar indicates the test progress Main Section Column 1 displays the sequence numbers Column 2 displays the scanned systems Column 3 displays the diagnostic indicators describing test results These indicators are defined as follows Indicates that the scanned system may not support the code reading function or there is a communication error b...

Page 51: ...ctional Buttons in Auto Scan Name Description Report Display the diagnostic data in the report form Quick Erase Delete codes A warning message screen will display to inform you of possible data loss when this function is selected OK Confirm the test result Continue to the system diagnosis after the required system is selected by tapping the item in the Main Section Pause Suspend scanning and it wi...

Page 52: ...ata from the test vehicle s ECU Live Data retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the test vehicle s ECU NOTE Toolbar functions such as saving and printing of test results can be performed throughout diagnostic testing Data logging and access to help information are also available To perform a diagnostic function 1 Establish communication with the test vehicle 2 Identify the test vehi...

Page 53: ...le 4 2 Operation Toolbar Buttons on page 29 for detailed descriptions of the operations for each button 2 Main Section the left column displays the item names the right column displays the specifications or descriptions 3 Functional Button ESC or Back button is available tap it to exit after viewing Read Codes This function retrieves and displays the DTCs from the vehicle s control system The Read...

Page 54: ... data is available for viewing selecting this icon will display a data screen which looks and behaves similar to the Read Codes screen 3 Functional Button Help tap it to view fault code information including fault description condition for fault identification and driver information Freeze frame tap it to view the freeze frame data of the selected DTC Search tap it to search related fault code inf...

Page 55: ... data available for any control module varies from one vehicle to another The parameters display in the order that they are transmitted by the ECM so expect variation among vehicles Gesture scrolling allows for quick movement through the data list Touch the screen and drag your finger up or down to reposition the parameters being displayed if the data populates more than one screen The figure belo...

Page 56: ...ing Select the proper mode for the diagnostic purpose Tap the drop down button on the right side of the parameter name to open a sub menu There are four buttons to configure the data display mode and a Help button for access to additional information Each parameter item displays the selected mode independently 1 Analog Gauge Mode displays the parameters in form of an analog meter graph 2 Text Mode...

Page 57: ... parameters in form of a digital gauge graph Full Screen Display this option is only available in the waveform graph mode and primarily used in Graph Merge status for data comparison Under this mode there are three control buttons available on the top right side of the screen To edit the waveform color and line thickness in a data graph 1 Select 1 to 3 parameter items to display in Waveform Graph ...

Page 58: ... next frame in the freeze frame data Clear Data tap button to clear all previously retrieved parameter values at a particular cutting point To Top moves a selected data item to the top of the list Graph Merge tap button to merge selected data graphs for Waveform Graph Mode only This function is useful for comparisons between different parameters NOTE In this mode Graph Merge can only display up to...

Page 59: ...llowing you to enter the required lower limit value b MAX tap button to open a virtual keyboard allowing you to enter the required upper limit value c Buzzer Alarm switches the alarm on and off To set threshold limits for the parameter values 1 Tap the Setting functional button at the bottom of the Live Data screen 2 Tap the Selected navigation button 3 Select a parameter item on the left column o...

Page 60: ...nd Auto There are four options available 1 Manual allows you to manually start and stop data recording 2 DTC auto triggers data recording when any DTC is detected 3 DTC Check Mode auto triggers data recording when certain pre selected DTC types are detected 4 Parameter auto triggers data recording when any parameter value reaches the preset threshold b Duration sets the recording time for Auto tri...

Page 61: ...t access option is also used for testing OBD II EOBD compliant vehicles that are not included in the Diagnostics database Functions of the diagnostics toolbar buttons at the top of the screen are the same as those available for specific vehicle diagnostics See Table 4 2 Operation Toolbar Buttons on page 29 for details General Procedure To access the OBD II EOBD diagnostics functions 1 Tap the Diag...

Page 62: ...ss Live Data On Board Monitor Component Test Vehicle Information Vehicle Status NOTE Some functions are supported only on certain vehicles Function Descriptions This section describes the various functions of each diagnostic option DTC FFD When this function is selected the screen displays a list of Stored Codes and Pending Codes When the Freeze Frame data of certain DTCs are available for viewing...

Page 63: ...ifferences between vehicles Pending Codes These are codes whose setting conditions were met during the last drive cycle but need to be met on two or more consecutive drive cycles before the DTC actually sets The intended use of this service is to assist the service technician after a vehicle repair and after clearing diagnostic information by reporting test results after a driving cycle a If a tes...

Page 64: ...lear codes option is selected to prevent accidental loss of data Select Yes on the confirmation screen to continue or No to exit I M Readiness This function is used to check the readiness of the monitoring system It is an excellent function to use prior to having a vehicle inspected for compliance to a state emissions program Selecting I M Readiness opens a submenu with two choices Since DTCs Clea...

Page 65: ...nostic tool is able to transmit control commands to operate the vehicle systems This function is useful in determining whether the ECM responds to a command well Vehicle Information The option displays the vehicle identification number VIN the calibration identification and the calibration verification number CVN and other information of the test vehicle Vehicle Status This item is used to check t...

Page 66: ... to exit a diagnostic session step by step 2 Or tap the Vehicle Swap button on the diagnostics toolbar to return to the Vehicle Menu screen 3 From the Vehicle Menu screen tap the Home button on the top toolbar or tap the Back button on the navigation bar at the bottom of the screen 4 Or tap the Home button on the diagnostics toolbar to exit the application directly and go back to the MaxiIM Job Me...

Page 67: ...ce EPB Service BMS Service SAS Service DPF Service TPMS Service After entering each special function the displayed screen consists of two applications Diagnosis and Hot Functions The Diagnosis is for you to read clear data since this is necessary after some special functions Hot Functions consists of sub functions of the selected special function Oil Reset Service This function allows you to perfo...

Page 68: ... vehicle check All software screens shown in this manual are examples actual test screens may vary for each vehicle being tested Observe the menu titles and on screen instructions to make correct option selections To perform oil reset functions 1 Tap the Service application button from the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap Oil Reset button and wait for the vehicle manufacturer screen You can tap VIN Scan or t...

Page 69: ...t tap Yes to confirm If not tap No and go to the Settings menu to set the correct date and time Figure 7 2 Sample Oil Reset Service Screen 1 6 On the next screen the available items would be listed with three columns displayed CBS value availability and service counter 7 Tap on the value you want to reset and then tap the Reset button on the right bottom of the screen Figure 7 3 Sample Oil Reset S...

Page 70: ...after disc or pad replacement etc EPB Safety It may be dangerous to perform Electronic Parking Brake EPB system maintenance so before you begin the service work please keep these rules in mind Ensure that you are fully familiar with the braking system and its operation before commencing any work The EPB control system may be required to be deactivated before carrying out any maintenance diagnostic...

Page 71: ...t for the vehicle manufacturer screen You can tap VIN Scan or the vehicle make to acquire vehicle VIN information and tap Yes to confirm See Vehicle Identification on page 25 for details 3 Tap the service you want in the EPB function list the list may vary for different vehicles being tested 4 Follow the step by step on screen instruction to complete the service 5 Press OK button to exit EMF Start...

Page 72: ... the bottom left to exit 2 Tap on the action that has been carried out to continue 3 In the following step the screen will remind you that the fault memory of the parking brake control unit will be deleted press Continue to proceed or the Back button to exit Figure 7 6 Sample EMF Start up Screen 1 Figure 7 7 Sample EMF Start up Screen 2 ...

Page 73: ...ld brake In this mode the parking brake is moved into the opened position and temporarily deactivated for personal protection The installation position must be activated for the following repairs Replacement of brake pads Replacement of a brake caliper Replacement of an actuator Select Parking Brake Workshop Mode and follow the on screen instructions to perform a series of operations to start the ...

Page 74: ... the replacement aftermarket battery has the same specifications such as capacity and type with the battery used in the vehicle If the original battery is replaced with a different type of battery e g a lead acid battery is replaced with an AGM battery or a battery with a different capacity mAh the vehicle may require reprogramming the new battery type in addition to performing the battery reset C...

Page 75: ...r details 3 Tap Register Battery Replacement in the EPB function list the list may vary for different vehicles being tested 4 Tap on the corresponding service you want to carry out In this case it is function 1 Display kilometer reading at last battery change and one before last A notice screen displays 5 Read carefully the complete information and press Continue to Figure 7 9 Sample BMS Function ...

Page 76: ... the corresponding function 1 to return to the selection screen or press the function 2 to end the service function To register the battery replacement 1 Tap on the corresponding service you want to carry out In this Figure 5 12 Figure 5 13 Figure 7 12 Sample BMS Screen 3 Figure 7 13 Sample BMS Screen 4 ...

Page 77: ...o view all the functions listed There are four functions listed 1 Enter battery replacement Same capacity 2 Enter battery replacement Different capacity 3 Enter battery replacement Changing from the normal lead acid battery white housing to AGM battery black housing 4 End service function Figure 7 14 Sample BMS Screen 5 ...

Page 78: ...2 Follow the on screen instructions to input the data matrix code of the newly installed battery which should be on the label of the battery Tap OK to continue 3 When the battery exchange is successfully entered tap Continue to complete the operation Figure 7 15 Sample BMS Screen 6 Figure 7 16 Sample BMS Screen 7 ...

Page 79: ...e sensor EEPROM On successful completion of calibration the steering angle sensor fault memory is automatically cleared Calibration must always be carried out after the following operations Steering wheel replacement Steering angle sensor replacement Any maintenance that involves opening the connector hub from the steering angle sensor to the column Any maintenance or repair work on the steering l...

Page 80: ...ns to make correct option selections 3 Before starting the procedure make sure the vehicle has an ESC button Look for the button on dash Take Land Rover as an example 1 Tap the Service application button from the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap SAS button and wait for the vehicle manufacturer screen You can tap VIN Scan or the vehicle make to acquire vehicle VIN information and tap Yes to confirm See Vehicl...

Page 81: ...screen instructions to set the ignition on off as guided The vehicle battery voltage signal should be in the range 12 5 13 5 volts to proceed this service otherwise the scan tablet will display a warning message 3 Make sure the steering wheel is in the central position and the front wheels are in the straight position Then tap OK to proceed 4 When the operation is completely finished the scan tool...

Page 82: ...to take place a prolonged high exhaust temperature must be obtained In the event of the car being driven in such a way that regeneration is not possible i e frequent short journeys a diagnostic trouble code will eventually be registered DPF light and Check Engine indicator comes on A service regeneration can be requested in the workshop using the diagnostic tool Before carrying out a forced DPF re...

Page 83: ...me is dangerous and could cause a serious traffic accident Starting Basic Inspection Quantity This function enables you to start fuel delivery matching 1 Tap Starting Basic Inspection Quantity from the service functions menu to enter the service screen 2 The tool communicates with the vehicle and reads the fault codes memory Follow the on screen instructions to finish this procedure 3 The tool wil...

Page 84: ...78 1 Enter New Value for Adjustment Figure 7 22 Sample Starting Basic Inspection Quantity ...

Page 85: ... message Permissible adjustment range exceeded 2 Reset Adjustment to 0 Once the 2 is tapped the tool will automatically reset the value to zero 3 4 Store Data and Exit When the fuel delivery rate adjustment is completed tap 3 to store the new value in the control units or select 4 and OK to retain the old value Injection Rate This function is used to adjust the injection volume 1 Tap Injection Rat...

Page 86: ...to finish this procedure 3 Then the tool will display as below Press the corresponding number button to perform the desired function 1 Enter New Value for Adjustment From the Injection Rate menu tap 1 and the screen displays as below Figure 7 24 Sample Injection Rate Screen Figure 7 25 Sample Enter Value Screen ...

Page 87: ...e service functions menu 2 The tool communicates with the vehicle and reads the fault codes memory Follow the on screen instructions to enter the service function 3 Tap the corresponding number button to enter new value for each cylinder 4 Follow the on screen instructions to tap on the corresponding number 1 2 3 4 to enter the new value for the cylinder restore the old value and exit after finish...

Page 88: ...ration or End to end the service function and exit 4 A series of instruction screens appears for users to perform the particle filter regeneration step by step Follow the onscreen instructions and tap OK button until the tool reads off the regeneration status as below Figure 7 26 Sample Regeneration Confirmation Screen ...

Page 89: ...icle filter regeneration is complete the tool will ask your confirmation to exit the display Tap Repeat to check the status again or End to end the service function and exit Figure 7 27 Sample Regeneration Status Screen ...

Page 90: ...ay or cross country trip taking approx 30 minutes at a speed that is as constant as possible Subsequently the service function Particle filter regeneration must be run again During the regeneration phase and with the engine running it can also occur that the display for Regeneration active jumps to Regeneration not active This behavior can be seen exclusively with the vehicle stationary with the e...

Page 91: ...y If there is no relevant fault code stored in DDE the screen displays as below Select Cancel to exit this function 3 If there are DPF related codes stored in DDE the screen displays as below Select OK to continue or Cancel to exit this function 4 The tool shows a list of particle filter test Select the corresponding number button to perform the desired test 1 2 3 4 5 1 Visual Inspection of Engine...

Page 92: ...ke Tire pressure sensor replacement Front left wheel sensor as an example NOTE During this application the wheel unit 8 digit identifications will need to be entered using the screen displayed The sensor identifications can be accessed by reading directly from the wheel unit or by using the identification reading tool On completion a specific road test will be required followed by the tire pressur...

Page 93: ...out the service and the screen will remind you the test has passed and all the selected tire pressure sensor identification numbers programmed successfully NOTE The vehicle must remain stationary for at least 15 minutes with the ignition Figure 5 31 Figure 5 32 Figure 7 31 Sample Tire Pressure Sensor Replacement Screen Figure 7 32 Sample Sensor ID Input Screen ...

Page 94: ...t least 15 minutes at a speed higher than 20 kph to ensure the module has learnt the sensor identifications and positions For other services please follow the on screen instructions to operate On completion of the drive cycle carry out the tire pressure monitor system test application ...

Page 95: ...nstalled on the device This section describes installing an update to the MaxiIM System A notification message displays if an update is available when the Notifications Center function is enabled in the Settings application 1 Navigation and Controls Home Button returns to the MaxiIM Job Menu Update All available updates for all tablet systems IMMO Tab displays all available IMMO software for vehic...

Page 96: ...item b Tap Pause to suspend the updating procedure c Tap Continue to go on updating the suspended update To update the diagnostic software and TPMS service software 1 Make sure the Display Tablet is connected to a power source with stable access to the Internet 2 Tap the Update application button from the MaxiIM Job Menu or tap the update notification message when received one or tap the Update ic...

Page 97: ...inue to resume the update and the process will continue from the pause point 5 When the updating process is completed the firmware will be installed automatically The new version will replace the older version ...

Page 98: ...About This section describes the operation procedures for the settings Unit This option allows you to adjust the measurement unit for the diagnostic system To adjust the unit setting 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap the Unit option on the left column 3 Select the required measurement unit Metric or English A check mark will display to the right of the selected unit 4 Tap...

Page 99: ...tings application on the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap the Printing Setting option on the left column 3 Tap the Print via Network item to activate the printing function which enables the device to send files to the printer through the PC via Wi Fi connection 4 Tap the Home button on the top left corner to return to the MaxiIM Job Menu Or select another setting option for system setup NOTE The Autel Printe...

Page 100: ...cted to the Internet The built in VCI module will be automatically upgraded if a firmware update is available Notification Center This option allows you to turn the Notification Center function on or off The Notification Center function configures the MaxiIM tablet to receive regular on line messages from the server for system update notifications or other service information via the Internet It i...

Page 101: ...mong different applications on the MaxiIM system Tap the Multi Task button the Multi Task menu displays all active applications To enable the Multitask function 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap the Multitask option on the left column 3 Tap the ON OFF button to enable or disable the Multitask function If the function is enabled the button displays blue or if disabled the ...

Page 102: ...stem platform regarding wireless and networks settings various device settings such as display system security settings and check the associated information about the Android system To enable the App Switcher function 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap the System settings option on the left column 3 Tap the App Switcher option on the left column 4 Mark the checkbox beside ...

Page 103: ...product name version hardware and serial number To check the MaxiIM product information in About 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Tap the About option on the left column The product information screen displays on the right 3 Tap the Home button on the top left corner to return to the MaxiIM Job Menu or select another setting option for the system setup after viewing ...

Page 104: ...ts can be reached separately Computers and mobile devices that run TeamViewer are identified by a globally unique ID The first time the Remote Desk application is started this ID is generated automatically based on the hardware characteristics and will not change Make sure the Display Tablet is connected to the Internet before launching the Remote Desk application so that the Display Tablet is abl...

Page 105: ... computer at the same time in order to provide support and take control of the Display Tablet remotely 4 Provide your ID to the partner and wait for him her to send you a remote control request 5 A message displays to ask for your confirmation to allow remote control on your device 6 Tap Allow to accept or tap Deny to reject Refer to the associated TeamViewer documents for additional information ...

Page 106: ...cting the Data Manager application opens the file system menu Different file types are sorted separately under different options there are five types of information files to be viewed or played back Operations Data Manager Operations are based on toolbar controls Details are explained in the following sections Figure 11 1 Sample Data Manager Main Screen ...

Page 107: ...e 11 1 Toolbar Buttons in Image Button Name Description Back Return to the previous screen Enter Edit Tap to display the editing toolbar to print delete or view image information Cancel Tap to close the editing toolbar or cancels file search Search Quickly locates the image file by entering the vehicle name test path file name or file info Info Tap to open a window displaying the details of the im...

Page 108: ... image information by entering the new file name and file information 8 Tap Done to save the information and exit or tap Cancel to exit without saving NOTE To realize the wireless data printing function you need to install the printer driver program To install the printer driver program 1 Please download the Autel PC Suite from www autel com Support Updates Firmware Downloads UPDATE CLIENT and ins...

Page 109: ...thumbnail displays a check mark at the bottom right corner 5 Tap the Delete button and then Delete Selected then the selected images will be deleted PDF Files The PDF section stores and displays all PDF files of saved data After entering the PDF database select a PDF file to view the stored information This section uses the standard Adobe Reader application for file viewing and editing Please refe...

Page 110: ...ed on the MaxiIM Diagnostics System Selecting this section opens a managing screen on which you can check all the available vehicle diagnostic applications Select the vehicle firmware you want to delete by tapping on the car brand icon the selected item will display a blue check mark at the upper right corner Tap the Delete button on the top bar to delete the firmware from the system database Data...

Page 111: ...hich are listed and described in the table below Table 12 1 Top Toolbar Buttons in Shop Manager Button Name Description Back Return to the previous screen Diagnostics Tap to display the Diagnostics screen to activate a direct test session Enter Edit Tap to display the editing toolbar to print or delete the selected file Delete Tap to delete the selected vehicle record item from the list Search Qui...

Page 112: ... records of test vehicle history including vehicle information and the retrieved DTCs from previous diagnostic sessions Test information is summarized and displayed in an easy to view table listing The Vehicle History also provides direct access to the previously tested vehicle and allows you to restart a diagnostic session without the need to do vehicle identification again 1 Top Toolbar Buttons ...

Page 113: ...ehicle and tap the Diagnostics button on the upper right corner 6 The vehicle s Diagnostics screen displays and a new diagnostic session is activated see Diagnosis on page 43 for detailed instructions on vehicle diagnostic operations Historical Test Record The Historical Test record of the tested vehicle is a detailed data form which includes all general information of the vehicle such as vehicle ...

Page 114: ...Vehicle History 3 Select the specific vehicle history record thumbnail from the main section The Historical Test record will display 4 Tap the Edit button to start editing 5 Tap on each item to input the corresponding information or attach files or images NOTE Figure 12 2 Sample Historical Test Record Sheet ...

Page 115: ... new associated account to be correlated with the test vehicle record See Customer Manager on page 111 for more information 7 Tap Done to save the updated record or tap Cancel to exit without saving Workshop Information The Workshop Information form allows you to input edit and save the detailed workshop information such as shop name address phone number and other remarks which when printing vehic...

Page 116: ... MaxiIM Job Menu 2 Select Workshop Information 3 Tap the Edit button on the top toolbar 4 Tap on each field to input the appropriate information 5 Tap Done to save the updated workshop information record or tap Cancel to exit without saving Figure 12 3 Sample Workshop Information Sheet ...

Page 117: ...d a photo A sub menu displays select Take Photo to take a new photo for the account or select Choose Photo to choose from the existing files 5 Some customers may have more than one vehicle for service you can always add new vehicle information to the account Tap Add New Vehicle Information and then fill in the vehicle information Tap the button to cancel 6 Tap Done to save the account or tap Cance...

Page 118: ...o cancel the request History Notes The History Notes function allows you to add audio and video records text notes and photos for the associated customer account helpful when dealing with repeat customers The note keeping function is a good method to organize customer and vehicle data This option will display once a customer record is filed To access History Notes 1 Tap the Shop Manager applicatio...

Page 119: ...n of the selected note on the right column Table 12 2 Function Buttons in History Notes Button Name Description Back Return to the previous screen Delete Tap to delete the selected note Search Quickly locate a note by entering related text Cancel Tap to cancel edit or file search Edit Tap to open an edit window edit notes and attach files Add Tap to add new note in History Notes Figure 12 4 Sample...

Page 120: ...Notes 1 Access History Notes 2 Tap the Add Notes button An edit window displays 3 Tap on the Title bar to input a note title 4 Tap on the blank space below to edit a text note or remark 5 Select a function button on the top to add files in any form you choose 6 Tap Save to save the note tap Discard or Cancel to exit without saving ...

Page 121: ...et hands 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 your tablet or the VCI unit Do not drop or cause severe impact to the devices Use only authorized battery chargers and acc...

Page 122: ...ed to a power source or the battery is charged D When you are unable to charge the tablet Your charger maybe out of order Contact your nearest dealer You may be attempting to use the device in an overly hot cold temperature Charge the device in a cooler or warmer area Your device may have not been connected to the charger properly Check the connector NOTE If the problems persist please contact Aut...

Page 123: ... of fire explosion leakage or another hazard Avoid dropping the tablet If the tablet is dropped especially on a hard surface and the user suspects damage take it to a service center for inspection The closer you are to your network s wireless router the longer your tablet usage time because less battery power is consumed for the connection The battery recharging time varies depending on the remain...

Page 124: ...odifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 equipm...

Page 125: ... is 1 6 W Kg Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value This is because the device is designed to operate at ...

Page 126: ... product is declared to conform to the essential requirements of the following Directives and carries the CE mark accordingly EMC Directive 2014 30 EU R TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EU ...

Page 127: ...g 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...

Page 128: ...122 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 any repair services ...

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