Great news! CGDI K2 key tool new software V5.8.0 added NCF29Ax encrypted smart key data reading function. Function: Read original NCF29xx series smart key data to add a spare key. Supports reading data from NCF2951/ NCF2953/ NCF295E/ NCF2971 encrypted… Continue Reading
The 2023 Toyota Yaris Cross, particularly the European version with a mechanical key and immobiliser box, presents a unique challenge for locksmiths. While many modern vehicles can be handled with standard tools, this model has proven difficult, with some locksmiths… Continue Reading
Problem: Locate smart box on 2024 / 2023 Lexus RZ450e right-hand drive. Have issue to generate Lonsdor LT20-08 smart key with Londsor K518 Pro key programmer. It said no LT20 key detected. Solution: Go to Special Function and detect original… Continue Reading
Good news — the Keydiy KD-X4 key programmer can now modify the ID of original factory VAG MQB49 5C and 5D keys. In previous versions, the KD-X4 could only change the ID of KD’s own 5C/5D keys (check this guide).… Continue Reading
Is the compatibility similar between Autel VCI200 J2534 and Topdon Rlink J2534 passthru devices? Which is a better passthru device for OEM programming? J2534 passthru devices let technicians use a Windows PC and official OEM software (like Ford FDRS/IDS, GM… Continue Reading
The ultimate milestone is here: Ford SID212 via 100% OBD! No more Mail-in Unlock, no more patching on Bench! Continental SID212 and SID212evo ECUs (2.0 EcoBlue engines) can now be flashed directly through the OBD port with your AutoTuner Tool,… Continue Reading
As titled, here comes the Topdon ONE series diagnostic scanners VCI compatible OEM programming software list: Topdon ONE (with gray VCI), ONE Lite (with green VCI), and ONE Plus (with Blue VCI) have the same J2534 VCI. Only color difference.… Continue Reading
Great news. Lonsdor K518 Pro and K518ISE released new Toyota immobilizer software on April 7th, 2026. First Release !! Adding Key\AKL without Pincode Toyota Sienna(2021-2026) 4A-BA Smart Key Toyota Sienna HV(2021-2026) 4A-BA Smart Key Toyota Granvia HV (2022-2026) 4A-BA… Continue Reading
The Launch Creader CRP123 and CRP129 series diagnostic scanners also support diagnosing vehicles equipped with the latest CAN FD and DoIP protocols. Although these devices themselves do not natively support CAN FD or DoIP protocols, they can diagnose such vehicles… Continue Reading
Problem: It also happens on 2021-2023 Toyota CHR with 8A proximity key. It’s all keys lost situation, tried AKL smart box reset using Autel IM508S but failed. The smart box has 27 PIN connector so the 30 PIN cable will not fit.… Continue Reading
It’s a Mercedes Benz W220 older model with K-line. All keys have lost. w220 (k) kline you cannot read it by IR or by OBD unless you have a working key. Some of them are different and you can make… Continue Reading
Question: Does Yanhua Mini ACDP2 power up VAG MQB48 cluster? Would it light up the cluster to show me if the cluster is working on the bench? Answer: Yes. With the YANHUA MQB YH-OBD Platform, you can power up… Continue Reading
New protocol available on your AutoTuner Tool for the 1.6 THP PureTech GPF, Hybrid2, and Hybrid4 engines! This major update covers the 1.6 THP PureTech GPF petrol engines, and more importantly, the highly popular plug-in hybrid variants (Hybrid2 and Hybrid4).… Continue Reading
A common issue encountered when coding 8A keys for PSA Smart vehicles: the keyless system (Keyless Entry) not activating after programming using AUTEL MaxiIM IM508/IM608 or other programmers. The root cause often lies in differences within the key’s EEPROM data. In this… Continue Reading
Great news! The cheap CGDI K2 key tool released a new software version 5.7.0 on April 2nd, 2026. CGDI K2 V5.7.0 Added the function to generate dealer keys for VAG MQB49 5C/5D models. Optimized the read and write speed… Continue Reading
