Tag: Autel IM608

Autel IM608 Update Forester (2025-) Key Learning Free PIN Code

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 upgrade] Adds IMMO learning functions for models including Townstar (2021-), Patrol (AT) (2025), Frontier, Kicks, and Pathfinder. […]

How to Compare Two BMW FEM BDC Files with Autel?

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 correct chip/mask numbers ect you will be fine. Want to find a function that take […]

Autel IM608 BMW BDC OBD No Communication Solution

Problem: Tried to add key for BMW X6 (F16 made 2016) with Autel IM608 + XP400 PRO + FEM/BDC platform. Choosed smart selection and went step by step. After sensing original key in test platform next step was put the original key to xp400 programmer. Reading was failed. Start whole process form begining cause there was not option […]

Autel IM608 Adds EDC17 PCR2.1 Simos8 ECU Cloning Data Transfer Function

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, EEPROM data writing, and EEPROM cloning data conversion functions (in bench mode) for Bosch series EDC17CP04, EDC17CP14, EDC17CP20, EDC17CP20 (Crafter), […]

How to Activate BMW G Series BDC3 Add Key Function for Autel IM608

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   The OTOFIX IM1/IM2 series will also be upgraded later. 09/03/2025 V4.70 BMW_IMMO Adds Add Key function for BDC03 immobilizer […]

How to Program 2022 Toyota Sienna All Keys Lost with Autel IM608?

This guide demonstrates how to perform an all-keys-lost procedure on a 2021-2024 Toyota Sienna with the new security system 8A-BA type. Using the Autel IM608 and 30-pin cable, we’ll bypass the factory PIN code requirement and program a new key—including fixing the common remote not working issue after programming.   Here we use Xhorse XD8ABAGL Toyota 30 pin cable. NOTE: Toyota all keys lost […]

Autel IM608 II Program BMW BDC2 Key on Bench

Autel MaxiIM IM508/IM608 updated BMW BDC2 key programming on Feb. 19th, 2025.  It’s on bench eeprom job, no obd, and only add key. Check the detailed update information in the previous post. Here obdii365.com will show how to add a spare BMW BDC2 key with IM608 II on bench. Tools needed:  Autel IM508 or IM608 series devices. Autel G-Box 2/G-box 3 […]

Autel IM608 II and AutoProPad G2 Comparison

When it comes to automotive diagnostic tools, the Autel MaxiIM IM608 II  and the Autopropad G2 are two popular choices among locksmiths and automotive technicians. Both devices have their strengths and weaknesses, and choosing the right one depends on your specific needs and experience level. In this article, we’ll break down the key differences between these […]

Autel IM608 Program ProMaster All Keys Lost with Active Alarm

Question:  Can the Autel IM608 II do all keys lost for a Ram Promaster City 2015? It has active alarm. The BCM gets locked with alarm.   Here is the clue. If without active alarm, IM608 can do via OBD. It cannot program all keys lost if BCM gets locked with alarm. The Fiat uses a different […]

Autel IM608 Program Nissan Rogue 2024 All Keys Lost

Here comes the user feedback: 2024 Nissan Rogue All smart keys lost, smartpro no go, Autel IM608 and APB131 for the win. Used 40 pin special gateway cable for Nissan on the Smart Pro and failed. Some rogue models have had a security update done at Dealer. The model is 100 % supported by SmartPro but apparently, there is a bulletin out […]