Autel MaxiCOM MK808BT, Manual

Page 1: ... 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 direct special incidental or indirect damages...

Page 2: ...s 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 device only as described in this manual Be sure to read understand and follow all safety messages and instructions in this manual Safety Messages Safet...

Page 3: ... ignition coil distributor cap ignition wires and spark plugs These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical and electrical fires nearby Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running Keep the test equipment dry clean free from oil water or grease Use a mild detergent o...

Page 4: ... 6 2 2 MAXIVCI MINI 7 2 2 1 Function Description 7 2 2 2 Power Source 8 2 2 3 Technical Specifications 9 2 3 OTHER ACCESSORIES 9 3 GETTING STARTED 10 3 1 POWERING UP 10 3 1 1 Application Buttons 11 3 1 2 Locator and Navigation Buttons 12 3 1 3 System Status Icons 14 3 2 POWERING DOWN 14 3 2 1 Reboot System 14 4 DIAGNOSTICS 15 4 1 ESTABLISHING VEHICLE COMMUNICATION 15 4 1 1 Vehicle Connection 15 4 ...

Page 5: ...30 4 6 2 Trouble Codes 30 4 6 3 Live Data 32 4 6 4 Active Test 39 4 6 5 Special Functions 40 4 7 GENERIC OBDII OPERATIONS 41 4 7 1 General Procedure 41 4 7 2 Function Descriptions 42 4 8 EXITING DIAGNOSTICS 45 5 SERVICE 46 5 1 OIL RESET SERVICE 46 5 2 ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE EPB SERVICE 46 5 2 1 EPB Safety 47 5 3 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS SERVICE 47 5 4 BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM BMS SERV...

Page 6: ...rinting Operations 62 7 4 REPORT SETTINGS 63 7 5 PUSH NOTIFICATIONS 63 7 6 AUTO UPDATE 64 7 7 VEHICLE LIST 64 7 8 SYSTEM SETTINGS 65 7 9 ABOUT 65 8 UPDATE 66 9 VCI MANAGER 68 9 1 VCI BLUETOOTH PAIRING 69 9 2 BAS BLUETOOTH PAIRING 69 9 3 VCI UPDATE 70 9 3 1 Update via Tablet 70 9 3 2 Update via PC 70 9 4 BAS UPDATE 71 10 BATTERY TEST 72 10 1 MAXIBAS BT506 BATTERY TESTER 73 10 1 1 Function Descripti...

Page 7: ... 2 Test Results 84 11 MAXIVIEWER 85 12 SUPPORT 88 12 1 PRODUCT REGISTRATION 88 12 2 SUPPORT SCREEN LAYOUT 89 12 3 MY ACCOUNT 89 12 4 DATA LOGGING 89 12 5 TRAINING 90 12 6 FAQ 90 13 OEM AUTHORIZATION 92 14 REMOTE DESKTOP 93 15 MAXIVIDEO 95 15 1 ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES 96 15 1 1 MaxiVideo Camera 96 15 1 2 Imager Head Accessories 96 15 1 3 Accessory Assembly 97 15 1 4 Technical Specifications 99 15 2 ...

Page 8: ...viii 17 3 ABOUT BATTERY USAGE 103 17 4 SERVICE PROCEDURES 104 17 4 1 Technical Support 104 17 4 2 Repair Service 106 17 4 3 Other Services 106 18 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION 107 19 WARRANTY 109 ...

Page 9: ...1 1 Bold Text Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options Example Tap OK 1 1 2 Notes and Important Messages 1 1 2 1 Notes A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations tips and comments 1 1 2 2 Important IMPORTANT indicates a situation which if not avoided may result in damage to the test equipment or vehicle 1 1 3 Hyperlink Hyperlinks are...

Page 10: ... vary for each vehicle being tested Observe the menu titles and on screen instructions to make correct option selection 1 1 5 Procedures An arrow icon indicates a procedure Example To power down the tablet 1 Long press the Power Lock button 2 Tap Power Off The tablet will turn off in a few seconds ...

Page 11: ... you with superior functions including Oil Reset EPB Electronic Parking Brake SAS Steering Angle Sensor BMS Battery Management System and DPF Diesel Particulate Filter There are two main components of the MK808BT Pro system MK808BT Pro Tablet the central processor and monitor for the system MaxiVCI Mini a vehicle communication interface Used for accessing vehicle data This manual describes the con...

Page 12: ...en the tablet is charging and the battery level is above 90 Illuminates green when the tablet is powered on and the battery level is above 15 B Yellow Illuminates yellow when the tablet is charging and the battery level is below 90 C Red Illuminates red when the tablet is powered on and the battery level is below 15 Illuminates red when the tablet shows abnormality after being powered on or during...

Page 13: ...ower from any of the following sources Internal Battery Pack External Power Supply 2 1 2 1 Internal Battery Pack The tablet can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery which if fully charged can provide sufficient power for about 6 5 hours of continuous operation 2 1 2 2 External Power Supply The tablet can be powered from a wall socket using the included Mini USB cable and the external ...

Page 14: ...rts up to 64 GB Sensor Ambient light sensor for brightness auto changing Audio Input Output Input N A Output buzzer Power and Battery 3 7 V 5000 mAh lithium polymer battery Charges via 5 V DC power supply Tested Battery Life Around 6 5 hours of continuous use Battery Charging Input 5 V 2 A Power Consumption Approx 600 mA LCD on with default brightness Wi Fi on 3 7 V Operating Temp 0 to 50 C 32 to ...

Page 15: ...is a vehicle communication interface VCI that connects to the tablet vehicle s data link connector DLC for vehicle data transmission 2 2 1 Function Description Figure 2 4 MaxiVCI Mini Views 1 Vehicle Data Connector 16 Pin connects the MaxiVCI Mini to the vehicle s 16 pin DLC directly 2 Power LED refers to Table 2 2 Power LED on page 8 for details 3 Connection LED refers to Table 2 3 Connection LED...

Page 16: ...he Mini USB cable but is not communicating with the vehicle Flashes green when the device is successfully connected via the Mini USB cable and is communicating with the vehicle Blue Lights solid blue when the device is successfully connected via Bluetooth but is not communicating with the vehicle Flashes blue when the device is successfully connected via Bluetooth and is communicating with the veh...

Page 17: ...ply Current 150 mA 12 V DC Operating Temp 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage Temp 10 to 60 C 14 to 140 F Dimensions L x W x H 47 mm 1 7 x 23 mm 0 9 x 51 mm 2 0 Weight 33 1 g 0 07 lbs 2 3 Other Accessories Mini USB Cable for testing 2 m Mini USB Cable for charging 90 cm External Power Adapter Together with the Mini USB cable connects the tablet to the external DC power port for power supply ...

Page 18: ...differ slightly from those in the most recent product 3 1 Powering Up Long press the Power Lock button on the top right side of the tablet to power on the unit The power LED will illuminate green The system boots up and displays the lock screen Slide the screen up to enter the MaxiCOM Job Menu Figure 3 1 MaxiCOM Job Menu 1 Application Buttons 2 Locator and Navigation Buttons 3 System Status Icons ...

Page 19: ...ons menu See Diagnostics on page 15 for details Service Accesses special functions menu See Service on page 46 for details Data Manager Accesses the organization system for saved data files See Data Manager on page 51 for details Settings Accesses the MaxiCOM system settings menu and general tablet menu See Settings on page 61 for details Update Checks for the latest update available for the MaxiC...

Page 20: ...rt using the TeamViewer application See Remote Desktop on page 93 for details MaxiVideo Configures the unit to operate as a video scope device by connecting to an imager head cable for close vehicle inspections See MaxiVideo on page 95 Quick Link Provides associated website bookmarks to allow quick access to product update service support and other information See Quick Link on page 101 for detail...

Page 21: ...ion by swiping it to the top or close all running applications by tapping Clear All Chrome Launches the Google Chrome browser Screenshot Takes a screenshot when you want to save the displayed information Display Brightness Supports the display brightness automatically or manually adjustment VCI Manager Shortcut Opens the VCI Manager application The BT or the cable badge at the bottom right corner ...

Page 22: ...unications must be terminated before shutting down the tablet A warning message appears if you attempt to shut down the tablet while it is communicating with the vehicle Forcing a shut down while communicating may lead to ECU problems on some vehicles Please exit the Diagnostics application before powering down To power down the tablet 1 Long press the Power Lock button 2 Tap Power Off The tablet ...

Page 23: ...le connection 3 A BT badge or an USB cable badge will display at the bottom right corner of the VCI Manager shortcut which means the communication of MaxiVCI Mini and MK808BT Pro tablet has been established and the tablet is ready to start vehicle diagnosis 4 1 1 Vehicle Connection To connect the MaxiVCI Mini to the test vehicle insert the vehicle data connector on the MaxiVCI Mini into the vehicl...

Page 24: ...ctly an Error message may display This indicates that the tablet cannot access the vehicle control module In this case please do the following check ups Check if the MaxiVCI Mini is powered up Check if the MaxiVCI Mini is properly positioned Check if the Connection LED on the MaxiVCI Mini is illuminated for Bluetooth or Mini USB cable connection In the case of Bluetooth connection check if the net...

Page 25: ...le or the adapter There is a circuit fault in the adapter Incorrect vehicle identification was entered 4 2 Getting Started Ensure a communication link is established between the test vehicle and the tablet via the MaxiVCI Mini 4 2 1 Vehicle Menu Layout When the tablet is properly connected to the vehicle the platform is ready to start vehicle diagnosis Tap the Diagnostics application button on the...

Page 26: ...s the saved history records See Vehicle History on page 52 for details USA Displays vehicles from U S manufacturers European Displays vehicles from European manufacturers Asia Displays vehicles from Asian manufacturers China Displays vehicles from Chinese manufacturers Search Tap the search field to show a virtual keyboard and enter a vehicle manufacturer name Cancel Tap to exit the search screen ...

Page 27: ...tics on the selected system This function is compatible with 2006 and newer vehicles To perform Auto Detect 1 Tap the Diagnostics application button from the MaxiCOM Job Menu The Vehicle Menu displays 2 Tap the VID button on the top toolbar to open the dropdown list Figure 4 2 VID Screen 3 Select Auto Detect Once the test vehicle is identified the screen will display the vehicle VIN Tap OK at the ...

Page 28: ... if the information is incorrect Figure 4 4 Vehicle Profile Screen 5 The tool establishes communication with the vehicle and reads the control unit information Choose Auto Scan to scan all the test vehicles available systems or tap Control Unit to access a specific system to diagnose ...

Page 29: ...Detect function you may manually enter the VIN To perform Manual Input 1 Tap the Diagnostics application button from the MaxiCOM Job Menu The Vehicle Menu displays 2 Tap the VID button on the top toolbar to open the dropdown list 3 Select Manual Input 4 Enter the correct VIN into the input box ...

Page 30: ...is identified the Vehicle Diagnostics screen displays 6 Tap at the top right of the dialog box to exit Manual Input 4 3 3 Automatic Selection The vehicle VIN can also be automatically acquired after a vehicle manufacturer is selected Figure 4 7 Selection Screen ...

Page 31: ...ehicle manually 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 tap the ESC button at the bottom right corner of the screen to return to the previous screen 4 4 Navigation After the test vehicle is identified the Diagnost...

Page 32: ...f the currently identified test vehicle and returns to the Vehicle Menu screen Settings Opens the settings screen See Settings on page 61 for details Print Prints a copy of the displayed data See Printing Settings on page 62 for details Help Displays instructions for operations Save Opens a submenu with 3 options for saving data Tap Take a Screenshot to save the current page Tap Save All Data to s...

Page 33: ...ting 4 When the file is transferred successfully a confirmation message will appear To submit Data Logging reports in Diagnostics 1 Tap the Diagnostics application button from the MaxiCOM Job Menu The Data Logging button on the Diagnostic Toolbar is available throughout the whole Diagnostics operations 2 Tap the Data Logging button to display the error options Select a specific error and a submiss...

Page 34: ...form an action that cannot be reversed or when an action has been initiated and confirmation is needed to continue When a user response is not required to continue the message displays briefly 4 4 2 2 Warning Messages This type of messages displays a warning that a selected action may result in an irreversible change or loss of data An example of this type of message is the Erase Codes message 4 4...

Page 35: ...units of the test vehicle After a selection is made and the tablet establishes communication with the vehicle the corresponding function menu or selection menu will display 4 5 1 Auto Scan The Auto Scan function performs a comprehensive scanning over all the ECUs in the vehicle to locate systems faults and retrieve DTCs An example of Auto Scan interface is pictured as below Figure 4 9 Auto Scan Sc...

Page 36: ...ter the related system to view the detailed information and perform further diagnosis or testing 4 5 1 3 Function Buttons The table below provides a brief description of the Function Buttons Table 4 3 Function Buttons in Auto Scan Name Description Report Displays the diagnostic data in a report form Quick erase Deletes codes A warning message screen will display to inform you of possible data loss...

Page 37: ...d DTC information retrieved from the vehicle control module the latter allows you to erase DTCs and other data from the ECU Live Data retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the vehicle s ECU Active Test accesses vehicle specific subsystem and components tests Special Function performs various component adaptations NOTE The Diagnostics Toolbar functions such as saving and printing of ...

Page 38: ...agnostics Toolbar Buttons see Table 4 2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page 24 for detailed descriptions of the operations for each button 2 Main Section the left column displays the item names the right column shows the specifications or descriptions 3 Function Button in this case only the ESC button is available Tap it to exit after viewing 4 6 2 Trouble Codes a Read Codes This function retrieve...

Page 39: ...electing this icon will display a data screen which looks and behaves similar to the Read Codes screen Column 4 displays additional information about the retrieved fault codes 3 Function Button Service Manual tap to view fault code information including fault description condition for fault identification and driver information Freeze Frame tap to view the freeze frame Search tap to search for rel...

Page 40: ...elected module The items available for any control module vary by vehicle The parameters display in the order that they are transmitted by the ECU so expect variation among vehicles Gesture scrolling allows you to quickly move through the data list Touch the screen and drag your finger up or down to reposition the parameters being displayed if the data occupies more than one screen The figure belo...

Page 41: ...61 for more information 3 Function Buttons There are many function buttons on the Live Data screen Detailed descriptions of these buttons are described in the following subsections A Display Mode There are four types of display modes available for data viewing allowing you to view various types of parameters in the mode best suited to represent the data Tap the drop down button on the right side o...

Page 42: ...play on the right side of the parameter item allowing you to manipulate the display status Figure 4 15 Waveform Graph Mode Screen a Settings Button SetY sets the minimum and maximum value of the Y axis b Scale Button changes the scale values There are two scale buttons displayed above the waveform graph which can be used to change the scale values of the X axis and Y axis of the graph There are fo...

Page 43: ...om out Button tap to exit full screen display Exit Button tap to exit the waveform graph mode To edit the waveform color and line thickness in a data graph 1 Select a parameter to display in Waveform Graph mode 2 Tap the Edit button and an edit window displays Figure 4 16 Waveform Edit Screen 3 The parameter is selected automatically in the left column 4 Select a color from the middle column 5 Sel...

Page 44: ...nction makes a beeping sound as an alert when the data reading reaches the preset minimum or maximum point The buzzer alarm will only sound at the first trigger c MIN tap this input box to enter the required lower limit value d MAX tap this input box to enter the required upper limit value To set a trigger 1 Tap the drop down button on the right side of a parameter name to open a submenu 2 Tap the...

Page 45: ...ode supports graph merge of 2 to 5 parameters that can be represented digitally Non digital parameters are not supported To merge selected data graphs 1 Select parameters that need to be merged 2 Tap the Graph Merge button at the bottom of the Live Data screen a This mode only supports parameters that can be represented digitally If non digital parameters are selected a message will display advisi...

Page 46: ...y prompting the user to select parameters to record Tap the Got It button to confirm Scroll down and select data to record Tap the Record button to start recording Tap the Resume button to stop recording The recorded live data can be viewed in the Review section at the bottom of the Live Data screen The recorded data can also be reviewed in the Data Manager application Resume tap this button to st...

Page 47: ...onitoring the operation of the actuators Such tests may include switching a solenoid relay or switch between two operating states Selecting Active Test displays a menu of test options Available tests vary by vehicle Select a test from the menu options and follow the instructions displayed on the screen to complete the test Procedures and instructions vary by vehicle Figure 4 18 Active Test Screen ...

Page 48: ...onents after repairs or replacements have been completed Figure 4 19 Special Function Screen 1 Select a function to display detailed information and the execution screen Figure 4 20 Special Function Screen 2 List Tab Page Column 1 displays the description of the function being performed or the live data corresponding to the special function ...

Page 49: ...creen function the same as those available for specific vehicle diagnostics See Table 4 2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page 24 for details 4 7 1 General Procedure To access the OBDII EOBD diagnostics functions 1 Tap the Diagnostics application button from the MaxiCOM Job Menu The Vehicle Menu displays 2 Tap the EOBD button There are two options to establish communication with the vehicle Auto Sc...

Page 50: ...s NOTE The supported functions may vary by vehicles 4 7 2 Function Descriptions This section describes the various functions of each diagnostic option 4 7 2 1 DTC FFD When this function is selected the screen displays a list of stored and pending codes A snowflake icon will display on the right side of the DTC item when the freeze frame data is available for viewing ...

Page 51: ...pair and after clearing diagnostic information by reporting test results after a single driving cycle a If a test failed during the drive cycle the DTC associated with that test is reported If the pending fault does not occur again within 40 to 80 warm up cycles the fault is automatically cleared from memory b Test results reported do not necessarily indicate a faulty component or system If test r...

Page 52: ...le displays the status of monitors since the beginning of the current drive cycle 4 7 2 3 Live Data This function displays the real time PID data from ECU Displayed data includes analog inputs and outputs digital inputs and outputs and system status information broadcast on the vehicle data stream Live data can be displayed in various modes See Live Data on page 32 for detailed information 4 7 2 4...

Page 53: ... link such as data cable USB cable and wireless or wired network are properly connected throughout the test Exit all interfaces before disconnecting the test cable and power supply To exit the Diagnostics application On an active diagnostic screen 1 Tap the Back or ESC button to exit a diagnostic session step by step 2 Or tap the Vehicle Swap button on the Diagnostics Toolbar to return to the Vehi...

Page 54: ...imal oil life change interval depending on the vehicle driving conditions and climate The Oil Life Reminder must be reset each time the oil is changed so the system can calculate when the next oil change is required NOTE 1 Always reset the engine oil life to 100 after every oil change 2 All required work must be carried out before the service indicators are reset Failure to do so may result in inc...

Page 55: ... replaced 5 4 Battery Management System BMS Service The Battery Management System BMS allows the tool to evaluate the battery charge state monitor the close circuit current register the battery replacement activate the rest state of the vehicle and charge the battery via the diagnostic socket NOTE 1 This function is not supported by all vehicles 2 The sub functions and actual test screens of the B...

Page 56: ...olumn Any maintenance or repair work on the steering linkage steering gear or other related mechanism Wheel alignment or wheel track adjustment Accident repairs where damage to the steering angle sensor SAS assembly or any part of the steering system may have occurred NOTE 1 Autel accepts no responsibility for any accident or injury arising from servicing the SAS system When interpreting DTCs retr...

Page 57: ...e DPF and when topping up the fuel additive Eolys 3 If the vehicle needs to be driven in order to perform a DPF service a second person is needed for the function One person should drive the vehicle while the other person observes the screen on the Tool Do not attempt to drive and observe the scan tool at the same time This is dangerous and puts your life and the lives of other motors and pedestri...

Page 58: ... to a receiver in the vehicle s computer control module If the code is correct the computer allows the fuel supply and ignition systems to operate and start the engine If the code is incorrect or absent the computer disables the system and the engine will be unable to start until the correct key is placed in the ignition The IMMO service can disable a lost vehicle key and program the replacement k...

Page 59: ...ing the Data Manager application opens the file system menu There are nine main functions available Figure 6 1 Data Manager Main Screen Table 6 1 Buttons in Data Manager Button Name Description Vehicle History Tap to review the diagnostic history record Workshop Information Tap to edit the information of workshops Customer Tap to create a new customer account file Image Tap to review the screensho...

Page 60: ... saved data can be reported and sent to the technical center via the Internet Uninstalled Apps Tap to uninstall applications 6 1 Vehicle History This function stores records of test vehicle records including vehicle information and the retrieved DTCs from previous diagnostic sessions Test information is summarized and displayed in an easy to read table listing The Vehicle History also provides dir...

Page 61: ...ession is activated See Diagnostics for detailed instructions on vehicle diagnostic operations 4 A Historical Test record sheet displays Check the recorded information of the recorded test vehicle and tap the Diagnostics button on the upper right corner 5 Select a vehicle thumbnail to choose a record A Historical Test record sheet displays Review the recorded information of the test vehicle and ta...

Page 62: ... appear 4 Tap Edit the pen icon to start editing 5 Tap each item to input information or attach files or images NOTE The vehicle VIN license number and customer account information are correlated by default Vehicle records will automatically be correlated using this vehicle and customer identification 6 Tap Add to Customer to supplement the Historical Test record sheet to an existing customer acco...

Page 63: ... 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 sheet or tap Cancel to exit without saving 6 3 Customer The Customer function allows you to create and edit customer accounts It helps you to save and organize all customer information accounts that are correlated with the assoc...

Page 64: ...er Information record displays 4 Tap Edit on the Top Toolbar to start editing 5 Tap on the input field to edit information and enter the updated information 6 Tap Complete to save the updated information or tap Cancel to exit without saving To delete a customer account 1 Tap Data Manager on the MaxiCOM Job Menu 2 Select Customer 3 Select a customer account by tapping the corresponding name card A ...

Page 65: ...o search the image by entering its stored time Edit Tap to display the editing toolbar to select delete print or email the image s Cancel Tap to close the editing toolbar or cancel file search Print Tap to print the selected image Delete Tap to delete the selected image Email Tap to send the selected image to an email To edit delete image s 1 Select Data Manager from the MaxiCOM Job Menu 2 Select ...

Page 66: ...ttings See Report Settings on page 63 for further details Tap one of the reports to view it or save it to the cloud Select View Local Reports to open it Tap Report Cloud Sharing to share it Figure 6 6 Report List Screen To share a report 1 Select Data Manager from the MaxiCOM Job Menu 2 Tap Report to access the Report List screen 3 Tap a report record to display the Record Sharing dialog box 4 Tap...

Page 67: ...gation Toolbar allows you to manipulate data playback Use the Navigation Toolbar buttons to play back the recorded data from frame to frame Tap Back to exit data playback 6 8 Data Logging The Data Logging section allows you to launch Support platform directly to view all records of all feedback or no feedback data loggings on the diagnostic system For more details see Data Logging on page 89 6 9 U...

Page 68: ...tware you want to delete by tapping on the vehicle manufacturer icon the selected item will display a blue mark at the upper right corner Tap the Delete button on the Top Toolbar to delete the software from the system database ...

Page 69: ...he unit setting 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu 2 Tap the Unit option on the left column 3 Select the appropriate measurement unit Metric or English A check icon will display to the right of the selected unit 4 Tap the Home button on the top left corner to return to the MaxiCOM Job Menu or select another setting option for system setup 7 2 Language This option allows you to ...

Page 70: ...ting Operations If the Wi Fi printer is not available you can use your PC to print the data on the tablet Follow the instructions below to operate To install the PC Link driver program 1 Download the Maxi PC Suite software from www autel com Support Downloads Autel Update Tools and install it to your windows based computer 2 Double click on Setup exe 3 Select the installation language and the wiza...

Page 71: ...test 7 4 Report Settings This option automatically synchronizes the diagnostics information of the vehicle to the vehicle history and forms a diagnostic report for the user to upload Tap the ON OFF button to enable disable the Report Upload to Cloud function The button appears blue if the function is enabled and displays gray if the function is disabled NOTE Make sure the tablet is connected to th...

Page 72: ... To set auto system or vehicle update 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu 2 Tap the Auto Update option on the left column The three auto update items will display on the right of the screen 3 Select the update type to schedule Toggle the button to ON 4 Tap on the time to set the time of the day for updating If the update time is set and the device is connected to the Internet th...

Page 73: ...t the Android system Refer to your Android documentation for additional information 7 9 About The About option provides information of the MaxiCOM diagnostics device including the product name version hardware and serial number To check the MaxiCOM product information in About 1 Tap the Settings application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu 2 Tap the About option on the left column The product information d...

Page 74: ...es that are found can be downloaded and installed on the device This section describes update procedures in the MaxiCOM system Figure 8 1 Update Screen 1 Navigation and Controls Home Button returns to the MaxiCOM Job Menu Update All updates all available updates Show Recent shows the recent updates Renew tap to renew your subscription Refresh refreshes the available update list Search searches a s...

Page 75: ...re 1 Ensure the tablet is connected to a power source and has a stable Internet connection 2 Tap the Update application button from the MaxiCOM Job Menu or tap the received notification message or tap the Update icon on Vehicle Menu in Diagnostics application The Update application screen displays 3 Check all available updates If you decide to update all the items of diagnostic software tap the Up...

Page 76: ...connected BAS BT when paired to a battery tester via Bluetooth the connection status displays as Connected Otherwise it displays as Disconnected VCI Update connects the VCI to the diagnostic tablet via Bluetooth first then updates the VCI firmware through the tablet BAS Update updates the BT506 battery tester s firmware via Internet through the tablet 2 Bluetooth Setting The Bluetooth setting scre...

Page 77: ...cted 8 Once connected the BT badge displays at the bottom right corner of the VCI Manager shortcut and the Connection LED on the MaxiVCI Mini illuminates solid blue which signifies that the tablet is connected to the MaxiVCI Mini and is ready to perform vehicle diagnosis If you need to disconnect the connected device tap it again 9 Tap the Home button on the top left to return to the MaxiCOM Job M...

Page 78: ...the tablet 3 Tap the VCI Manager application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu of the tablet 4 Select VCI Update from the Connection Mode list on the left column 5 The current version and the latest version of the VCI firmware will be displayed after a few seconds Tab Update Now to update the VCI firmware if available 9 3 2 Update via PC To update the MaxiVCI Mini firmware via PC 1 Download the Maxi PC Suit...

Page 79: ...e battery tester to the tablet via Bluetooth 3 Tap the VCI Manager application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu of the tablet 4 Select BAS Update from the Connection Mode list on the left column 5 The current version and the latest version of the battery tester s firmware will be displayed after a few seconds Tap Update Now to update the battery tester s firmware if available NOTE Do not leave the BAS Upda...

Page 80: ...ry test functions when the BT506 battery tester is connected to the MaxiCOM MK808BT Pro tablet and a battery The BT506 battery tester enables technicians to view the health status of the vehicle s battery and electrical system NOTE The BT506 battery tester needs to be purchased separately Figure 10 1 Battery Test Screen ...

Page 81: ...utton 2 Status LED 3 Power LED 4 USB Port 5 Battery Clamp Cable Table 10 1 LED Description LED Color Description Status LED Flashing Green The tester is communicating via USB cable Flashing Blue The tester is communicating via Bluetooth Flashing Red Battery clamps are connected to the wrong battery terminals ...

Page 82: ...BT506 tester can receive power from the following sources Internal Battery Pack AC DC Power Supply IMPORTANT Do not charge the tester when the temperature is below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F 10 2 1 Internal Battery Pack The MaxiBAS BT506 battery tester can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery 10 2 2 AC DC Power Supply Using Power Adapter The MaxiBAS BT506 battery tester can be power...

Page 83: ...Temp 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Dimension L x W x H 107 mm 4 21 x 75 mm 2 95 x 26 mm 1 02 clamp cable not included Weight 320 g 0 7 lbs 10 3 Test Preparation 10 3 1 Inspect the Battery Before starting a test inspect the battery for Cracking buckling or leaking If you see any of these defects replace the battery Corroded loosen or damaged cables and connections Repair or replace as needed Corrosion ...

Page 84: ...will start to search for available pairing units 3 Depending on the type of battery tester the device name may display as Maxi suffixed with a serial number Select the appropriate device for pairing 4 When paired successfully the connection status will read Connected Figure 10 3 Battery Tester Connection Example 1 To connect to a battery 1 Connect the red clamp to the positive terminal of the batt...

Page 85: ...and tap Accept to continue If you tap Decline you will not be able to use the features properly Prior to testing any battery ensure that the battery tester is paired with the tablet via Bluetooth and connected properly to a battery To start the in vehicle test 1 Tap Battery Test on the MaxiCOM Job Menu Select In vehicle Test 2 Confirm the vehicle information on the left side of the screen Make sur...

Page 86: ...tes the real time voltage of the tested battery In the battery test the button will turn green if the battery is good Otherwise it will turn red Next Tap to proceed Home Returns to the battery test main screen Back Returns to the previous screen Exit Returns to the Job Menu 10 4 1 Battery Test 1 Follow the on screen instructions Check the boxes once all required tasks are completed and tap Start T...

Page 87: ...est is completed The test results will be displayed on the tool Figure 10 7 Battery Test Results Screen The battery test results include a color coded results summary a list of test data and repair tips Possible in vehicle test results are as follows ...

Page 88: ...charge to determine its condition Bad Cell Replace the battery Replace Battery Replace the battery NOTE Please always complete the battery test before you proceed to the starter and generator tests 10 4 2 Starter Test Follow the on screen instructions to complete the test Start the engine and let it idle The test results will appear as follows Figure 10 8 Starter Test Result Screen ...

Page 89: ... Too Low Low momentary discharge capacity Voltage Too Low Low battery storage capacity Not Started The starter is not detected for starting 10 4 3 Generator Test Follow the on screen instructions to complete the test The test results will appear as follows Figure 10 9 Generator Test Results Screen ...

Page 90: ... vehicles with power management systems do not provide path for charging due to the sufficient load capacity of the battery The generator or the voltage adjuster is broken and needs replacement 10 5 Out vehicle Test Out vehicle Test is used to test the condition of batteries that are not connected to a vehicle This function aims to check the health status of the battery only 10 5 1 Test Procedure ...

Page 91: ...83 Figure 10 10 Out vehicle Test Screen 3 The test results will display in a few seconds Figure 10 11 Out vehicle Test Results Screen ...

Page 92: ...uired standards Good Recharge Battery is good but low on charge Fully charge the battery Check for causes of low charge Charge Retest Battery requires charge to determine its condition Replace Battery Battery fails to meet industry accepted standards Bad Cell Battery fails to meet industry accepted standards ...

Page 93: ...ctions To Search by the vehicle 1 Tap the MaxiViewer application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu The Function Viewer screen displays 2 Tap the tool name on the top left corner to drop down the tool list Tap the one you want to search 3 Tap the vehicle brand model and year you want to search Figure 11 1 Function Viewer Screen 1 4 All the functions support by the selected tool for the selected vehicle will ...

Page 94: ...n Viewer screen displays 2 Tap the tool name on the top left to drop down the tool list Tap the one you want to search 3 Type the function you want to search in the top right search column All the vehicles with this function will be listed with several columns including feature function and version Figure 11 3 Function Viewer Screen 3 ...

Page 95: ...87 NOTE Fuzzy search is supported so type in part of the function you want to search can also find out all the related information ...

Page 96: ...om 2 If you have an Autel account sign in with your account ID and password and skip to step 7 3 If you are a new member to Autel click the Register button to create your Autel ID 4 Enter the required personal information in the input fields 5 Enter your email address then click Request You will receive an email from Autel with your verification code Open the email and copy the code into the prope...

Page 97: ...account including user information and device information User Information displays detailed information of your registered online Autel account such as your Autel ID name address and other contact information Device Information displays the registered product information including the product serial number registration time expired time and warranty period 12 4 Data Logging The Data Logging scree...

Page 98: ...ge to Autel support 12 5 Training The Training section provides quick links to Autel s online video library Select a video channel by language to see all available online tutorial videos on topics such as product usage techniques and vehicle diagnostics practice 12 6 FAQ The FAQ section provides comprehensive references for all questions frequently asked and answered about the use of Autel s onlin...

Page 99: ...91 Payment displays questions and answers about online product payment methods or procedures ...

Page 100: ...shing Vehicle Communication on page 15 2 Tap Diagnostics application from the MaxiCOM Job Menu 3 Tap Renault Select the vehicle type and tap OK to confirm the vehicle information 4 On the Information screen tap Unlock 5 On the Purchase screen tap OK Select purchase method and pay to unlock the gateway On the Purchase Successful screen tap OK 6 Exit the Diagnostics application Tap OEM Authorization...

Page 101: ...and mobile devices that run TeamViewer are identified by a unique global ID The first time the Remote Desktop application is launched this ID is generated automatically based on the hardware characteristics and will not change later on Make sure the tablet is connected to the Internet before launching the Remote Desktop application so that the tablet is able to receive remote support from a third ...

Page 102: ...unch the software 4 Provide your ID to your partner and wait for him her to send you a remote control request 5 A prompt will appear asking you 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 103: ...lectric shock or entanglement injuries Do not use the imager head cable to modify surroundings clear pathways or clogged areas When inspection is completed carefully withdraw the imager head from the inspected area The imager head cable is waterproof to a depth of 1 m 3 28 greater depths may cause leakage into the imager head cable electric shock or tool damage The working temperature of the image...

Page 104: ...he standard MaxiCOM tool kit 15 1 1 MaxiVideo Camera Figure 15 1 MaxiVideo Camera 1 Removable Imager Head Cable connects to the tool when using MaxiVideo for image and video viewing 2 Handgrip ergonomically designed handle for comfortable grips and agile operation 3 USB Cable connects the MaxiVideo Camera to the MaxiCOM tablet 15 1 2 Imager Head Accessories Figure 15 2 8 5 mm Imager Head Accessori...

Page 105: ...ssories 1 Mirror helps to look around corners and see the unreachable areas 2 Magnet picks up small metal objects such as dropped rings or screws 15 1 3 Accessory Assembly 15 1 3 1 For 8 5 mm Imager Head The three accessories including the Magnet Hook and Mirror can be attached to the Imager Head in the same manner described below 1 Hold the accessory and the imager head 2 Slip the end of the acce...

Page 106: ...two accessories including the Magnet and Mirror can be attached to the Imager Head in the same manner described below 1 Hold the accessory and the imager head 2 Screw the thread part of the accessory over the imager head to fix the accessory ...

Page 107: ... 15 2 Operations Before opening the MaxiVideo application the imager head cable must be connected to the tablet through the USB port Install the correct imager head accessories according to the specific needs NOTE When in operation the imager head cable can be manipulated so as to better access confined or awkward spaces To take images using the MaxiVideo application 1 Connect the USB cable of the...

Page 108: ...ideo using the MaxiVideo application 1 Connect the USB cable of the MaxiVideo camera to the USB port on the top side of the tablet 2 Power up the tablet 3 Tap the MaxiVideo application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu The MaxiVideo interface displays showing a camera operating screen The Imager head camera is used by default 4 Properly locate the imager head cable to focus the subject for recording 5 Selec...

Page 109: ...industry to provide technical help knowledge bases forums and training and expertise consultations Figure 16 1 Quick Link Screen To open a quick link 1 Tap the Quick Link application on the MaxiCOM Job Menu The Quick Link application screen appears 2 Select a website thumbnail from the main section The Chrome browser is launched and the selected website is opened ...

Page 110: ...screen of the tablet may not work if the touch screen is moist or if you tap the touch screen with wet hands Do not store the device in humid dusty or dirty areas Check the housing wiring and connectors for dirt and damage before and after each use After using the device wipe the device housing wiring and connectors clean with a damp cloth Do not attempt to disassemble your tablet Do not drop or c...

Page 111: ...se the device in an overly hot cold temperature Try changing the charging environment Your device may have not been connected to the charger properly Check the connector NOTE If your problems persist please contact Autel s technical support personnel or your local selling agent 17 3 About Battery Usage Your tablet is powered by a built in Lithium ion Polymer battery This means that unlike other fo...

Page 112: ...ery capacity Battery life inevitably shortens over time Since over charging may shorten battery life remove the tablet from its charger once it is fully charged Unplug the charger once charging is complete Leaving the tablet in hot or cold places especially inside a vehicle in summer or winter may reduce the capacity and life of the battery Always keep the battery within normal temperatures 17 4 S...

Page 113: ...anish in Mexico 55 19 97816 4911 Portuguese in Brazil Email latsupport autel com in Mexico brsupport autel com in Brazil Address Avenida Americas 1905 6B Colonia Aldrete Guadalajara Jalisco Mexico Web www autel com Autel APAC Phone 81 045 548 6282 in Japan Email sales jp autel com support jp autel com Address 6TH FLOOR ARI NADORIBIRU 3 7 7 SHIN YOKOHAMA KOUHOKU KU YOKOHAMA SHI KANAGAWA KEN 222 003...

Page 114: ...method of payment for non warranty repairs NOTE For non warranty repairs payment can be made with Visa Master Card or with approved credit terms Send the device to your local agent or to the below address 8th Floor Building B1 Zhiyuan Xueyuan Road Xili Nanshan Shenzhen 518055 China 17 4 3 Other Services You can purchase the optional accessories directly from Autel s authorized tool suppliers and o...

Page 115: ...hority 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 equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance...

Page 116: ...ighest 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 multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network To avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio f...

Page 117: ...mitations may not apply to you This warranty does not apply to 1 Products subjected to abnormal use or conditions accident mishandling neglect unauthorized alteration misuse improper installation or repair or improper storage 2 Products whose mechanical serial number or electronic serial number has been removed altered or defaced 3 Damage from exposure to excessive temperatures or extreme environm...