The vehicle was a fully optioned 2024 Kia Soul with 4A smart key. The goal is to read the car’s PIN code and add a spare smart key. Part 1: Read PIN Code Try to read pin code directly using… Continue Reading
Problem: Programmed BMW CAS3+ key with Autel IM508S on bench and comfort access is not working. Customer has 1 existing key and added 2 keys to slots 3 & 4. Any idea? Solution: You can only have 2 keys in… Continue Reading
Tried to program 2022 Kia Forte push to start with Autel IM508S. All key lost situation. IM508 device says Smartkey is in anti-scan mode and the immo system is locked. How to unlock to program the key? Solution: Leave the… Continue Reading
Autel MaxiIM IM508S/IM608 II pro series released new immobilizer software major update on October 15th, 2025. 10/15/2025 V5.40 Asian models_IMMO V5.40 10/15/2025 Nissan: Adds IMMO recovery method for X-Trail. Adds password-free Smart Key Learning function for Magnite (2023-). [Major… Continue Reading
Always compare the size of the BMW FEM/BDC immobilizer file after read. It is good to read a few times and if no errors in between the separate reads, you know you have good connections, and you are reading the… Continue Reading
Autel MaxiIM IM508 and IM608 (as well as OTOFIX IM1/IM2) released new IMMO software in September 2025. Decent bench support added for BMW and Mercedes. VolksWagen_IMMO, Audi_IMMO, Bentley_IMMO, Seat_IMMO, Skoda_IMMO V2.40 Function Updates Audi_IMMO 1. Adds PFLASH data writing,… Continue Reading
Autel has released a new update for the first time once again. This update adds the key programming function for BMW G series BDC3 immo system. Compatible devices: Autel IM508S/IM608 II or OTOFIX IM series with with XP400/XP400 PRO/XP1 Pro… Continue Reading
Problem: Autel IM608 XP400 pro reads Mercedes Benz W215 EIS data with no problem but cant calculate password. Try all connection methods via can via k line with g box without g box but no luck How to read password… Continue Reading
Anybody done a 2024 Mazda CX-5 Add key using Autel IM508? Does it need any additional equipment? Here is the clue. For CX-5 before 01/2022, Autel, OBDSTAR and SmartPro devices will add key without pin code. For example: 2021 Mazda CX-30 new… Continue Reading
Problem 1: It’s a Range Rover Sport 2019. Trying to add a spare smart key with Autel IM508 and Autel’s universal Land Rover key. Cloned key successfully, remote works and car starts only when put key near sensing area. Proximity… Continue Reading
Autel MaxiIM IM508 and IM608 released new GM IMMO software on Aug 1st, 2025. GM_IMMO, Chevrolet_IMMO, Hummer_IMMO V1.80 Update Log Function Updates GM_IMMO Adds IMMO functions for the following models of Chevrolet: BrightDrop 400 (2025), BrightDrop 600 (2025), Tahoe (2025), Suburban (2025), Silverado/Corvette/Colorado/Traverse… Continue Reading
Working with Volkswagen Group (VAG) ECUs, such as the EDC17C64 found in the Golf 7 2014, requires precision and the right tools. In this guide, we’ll walk through the process of reading EEPROM and flash data, extracting the CS code,… Continue Reading
Problem: One of our customers had a problem with Opel Corsa D 2008 1.2 all keys lost. He managed to program an Xhorse XT27 chip. Autel IM508 read through password and when try to add key, its start learning the… Continue Reading
Some users noticed on the Autel website when selecting “supported vehicles” the info has changed. No longer have Autel KM100/IM508/IM608 on the list and when choosing vehicles icons are gone and you get a list of every function. It’s on… Continue Reading
How to add a smart key on a 2023 Ford Maverick? What tool to do it? It’s on the new Ford system. Autel IM508/IM608: No, it cannot. Don’t see it on the Autel’s Ford List. Tried 2020 Ford… Continue Reading
