Good news! Autel MQB and MLB add key function coming soon. Function Enables “Add Key” Capability for Volkswagen, Porsche, Audi, Seat, Skoda, Bentley, and Lamborghini MLB and MQB models. Read IMMO data from a working MLB/MQB key to add… Continue Reading
Autel MaxiIM key programming tools updated BMW BDC2/BDC3 key cloning function without license activation recently. Check the update details and the supported car list in the previous post: Obdii365.com here shows how to copy BMW G/U/I series BDC2/BDC3 key… Continue Reading
SFD1 (Schutz Fahrzeug Diagnose) is the initial security gateway protocol introduced by the Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) starting in model year (MY) 2020. It protects advanced diagnostic functions like coding, adaptations, and basic settings on certain control modules, while allowing… Continue Reading
Autel MaxiIM will release a BMW Immo software update for all BMW G/U/F chassis vehicles. Compatible with Autel IM508 and IM608 series Supports copy BMW BDC2 BDC3 BCP keys (both unencrypted and encrypted) No modules removal required NOTE: Key Programming… Continue Reading
Problem: Trying to program a Hyundai Santa Fe sport 2013 I’m able to read the PIN code with Autel IM608 but when try to smart key learning for some reason pop me a message Function execution failed. Smartkey(SMK) anti-scan mode.… Continue Reading
Problem: It’s a 2021 Kia Telluride. Autel IM608 II reads pin, but when trying to program it doesn’t detect the key. Using universal smart keys from both Autel and Xhorse ones, but none of them is working. On the second… Continue Reading
Problem: This is Lexus RX350H 2023 all keys lost. Tried to generate an Autel Toyota ikey with Autel IM608. But the Autel device says it is wrong key and asks to use Toyota 4D8A low-frequency universal key. Which key is… Continue Reading
Autel MaxiIM IM508 and IM608 series released new Immobilizer software on Dec. 8th, 2025. 12/08/2025 V2.51 VolksWagen_IMMO Adds functions including cloning in bench mode (including FLASH and EEPROM reading/writing) for Bosch series EDC16CP34, EDC16CP, EDC16U1, EDC16C4, EDC16U34, EDC16U31, EDC16CP34 M&S, EDC16CP34 CRAFTER,… Continue Reading
Question: How to connect a SPVG SVG149 cable with Autel IM608 Gbox for NEC UDS dash all keys lost in service mode? It is not able to communicate with the cluster after connecting it on bench. The only tool which… Continue Reading
Will Autel IM508/IM608 program CGDI or Xhorse brand W204 W207 W212 ELV emulator? Here is the clue. Xhorse ELV Emulator: Is the Xhorse MINI ELV Simulator/Emulator compatible with Autel devices? Yes, Autel will program both regular and Mini ELV… Continue Reading
Here comes a similar problem: Attempted to read pin code and add a key to a 2011 Dodge RAM 2500. Autel IM608 II said the current pin is locked. It did read the pin code but whenever try the program… Continue Reading
Problem: It’s a Fiat Ducato 2018/2019. Programming by OBD is not supported by this model, so the user opened the Marelli box, read the eeprom and programmed a new key with Autel IM608 XP400 Pro via dump (programmer > write… Continue Reading
Problem: One Autel user attempted to add a spare 2018 BMW X4 BDC2 key using the Autel IM608 and the G-Box. However, after the attempt, there was no communication with the BDC02 , and the chip got burnt. The process… 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
