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Safety Information For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the device and vehicles upon which it is used, it is important that the safety instructions herein presented throughout this manual be read and understood by all persons operating, or coming into contact with, the device. There are various procedures, techniques, tools, and parts for servicing vehicles, as well as in the skill of the person doing the work.
Safety Instructions To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the scan tool, read this instruction manual first and observe the following safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle: Always perform diagnosis or service in a safe environment. Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards. Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc. away from all moving or hot engine parts.
CONTENTS 1 USING THIS MANUAL .................................................................................1 CONVENTIONS .................................................................................................1 2 TOOL INFORMATION ..................................................................................3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ...............................................................................3 SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................
LIMITED ONE YEAR W ARRANTY.......................................................................72 SERVICE AND SUPPORT ..................................................................................
1 Using This Manual This manual contains device usage instructions. Some illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules and optional equipment that are not included in your system. Contact your sales representative for availability of other modules and optional tools or accessories. Conventions The following conventions are used. Bold Text Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options. Example: Tap OK.
Important IMPORTANT indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the test equipment or vehicle. Example: IMPORTANT Keep the cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and moving parts. Replace damaged cables immediately. Hyperlink Hyperlinks or links that take you to other related articles, procedures, and illustrations are active in electronic documents. Blue italic text indicates a selectable hyperlink and blue underlined text indicates a website link or an email address link.
2 Tool Information Functional Description Figure 2-1 MaxiTPMS TS508 1. SENSOR SLOT – holds the MX-Sensor to be programmed. 2. LCD DISPLAY – displays the menus and test screens. 3. N BUTTON – cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or return to previous menu. 4. UP SCROLL BUTTON – moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode.
this button to move up to previous screens for additional data. It is also used to view previous trouble code when viewing DTCs. 5. LEFT SCROLL BUTTON – when scrolling through a screen of data or text, moves to previous character and views additional information on previous screens, if recorded data content covers more than one screen. 6. DOWN SCROLL BUTTON – moves down through menu and submenu items in menu mode.
Item Description Power 4.10 V Li-polymer battery Operating Temp. -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Storage Temp. -10°C to 45°C (14°F to 113°F) Dimensions 215 mm (8.46”) / 105 mm (4.13”) / 37 mm (1.46”) Weight 0.39 kg (0.86 lb.) Accessories Included Please refer to the packing list for accessory details. Icons 1. – green changing internal block indicates battery charging. 2. – indicates there is data stored in the tool. 3. – indicates battery volume. 4.
Battery Charging The TPMS tool has a 4.10 V built-in lithium-ion polymer rechargeable battery. How to charge battery To charge battery by USB cable via PC connection 1. Locate the USB port of the device. 2. Connect the device and the computer with the USB cable. To charge battery by USB cable adapter 1. Locate the USB port of the device. 2. Connect the device and the power source with the USB cable adapter. For optimum performance, always keep your tool sufficiently charged.
Figure 2-2 Sample Main Menu Screen NOTE OBD II cable connection does not support battery charging.
3 TPMS Quick Mode Perform basic TPMS functions through the Quick service mode. Scan Sensor, Program Sensor, Relearn Procedure and Sensor Information. = Confirm Select test vehicle to start a TPMS service session.
Select by Model = Confirm Select by Year 1. For vehicles using indirect TPMS: = Confirm Follow the instructions displayed to perform Relearn for indirect TPMS.
2. For vehicles using direct TPMS: = Confirm Functions provided in Quick Mode: Scan Sensor, Program Sensor, Relearn Procedure, and Sensor Information. Scan Sensor Hold the tool close to the sensor or close to the tire sidewall right above the sensor. 1.
Press Y or Trigger to trigger the sensor. The device is receiving data from the sensor. Trigger Successful. The ID, pressure, temperature and voltage of the sensor display on screen.
Failed. Press Y or Trigger to try again. Program Sensor Copy by Activation This function is used to activate or trigger the original sensor and retrieve the ID of the sensor, and then write the original sensor ID into the new MX-Sensor.
Press to select Copy by Activation. Place the tool near the sensor to be copied. If the sensor is still attached to the wheel, hold the tool close to the tire sidewall right above the sensor. = Confirm Press Y or Trigger to trigger the sensor. Trigger Succeessful. Original sensor ID displays on the screen. Press Trigger to trigger again and press Y to program the original sensor ID into MXSensor.
Trigger failed. Press Y or Trigger to try again. Place a new MX-Sensor in the sensor slot or hold the top of the tool close to the sensor to program. Sensor Programming The programming function automatically begins.
Once programmed, sensor and tire data will display. A failure message displays if the sensor fails to program. Press any key to continue. Ensure a MX-Sensor with the correct frequency is used. Try to program sensor again. The number in the brackets indicates the fault code, it can be used for Autel techincians to quickly identify the fault. No sensor detected. Ensure the unit software is up to date.
Multiple sensor detected. Ensure that only one sensor is close to the tool. Copy by Manual Input This function is used to manually input the original sensor ID and program it to new MX-Sensor. = Confirm Press Trigger to select the numbers, press N to exit and once a number is selected, the N button can be used to delete the entered number. After all the numbers are entered, press Y to confirm.
= Exit = Confirm and Program Sensor Programming The programming function automatically begins. Once programmed, sensor and tire data will display.
A failure message displays if the sensor fails to program. Press any key to continue. Ensure a MX-Sensor with the correct frequency is used. Try to program sensor again. No sensor detected. Ensure the unit software is up to date. Multiple sensor detected. Ensure that only one sensor is close to the tool. Auto Create 1-16 Sensors This function is used to auto create new unique ID(s) into 1-16 MX-Sensor(s).
Place 1-16 MX-Sensor(s) close to the top of the tool. The tool will automatically detect the sensors near the tool.
Once the sensors are successfully programmed, the sensor IDs and the PSNs (Product Serial Number) will display on the tool. Relearn Procedure = Confirm Read the Relearn Procedure carefully to complete the operation.
Sensor Information = Confirm MX-Sensor Information Place a MX-Sensor near the top of the tool and then press Y.
NOTE Area Code is the code used to identify the area of your tool for Autel Support when you file a problem report. OE Sensor Information = Confirm The tool will automatically display the information of the OE sensor mounted on the test vehicle.
4 TPMS Advanced Mode The Advanced service mode performs additional TPMS functions: TPMS Diagnose, Program Sensor, Position Relearn and Information (OE and MXSensor data and vehicle OBDII port location diagram).
Select by Year 1. For vehicles using indirect TPMS: = Confirm Follow the Relearn procedure displayed for vehicles with indirect TPMS. 2.
Functions provided in Advanced Mode: TPMS Diagnose, Program Sensor, Position Relearn and Information. For some vehicle, a fifth option: Tire Type/Pressure Section is available. TPMS Diagnose This function is used to check TPMS and sensor status. = Confirm The TPMS Diagnose Guide will display if sensor activation is not performed before. Press any key to turn to the sensor activation menu.
If sensor activation is performed and there is data saved in the tool, a Clear Previous Data message displays. Press No to turn to the existing sensor activation menu and reactivate one sensor, then the tool will prompt you to connect OBD cable for ECU diagnosis, or press Yes to clear the previous data and reactivate the sensors. Trigger/Activate Sensors Follow the onscreen instructions to activate all the sensors mounted on the test vehicle. Press Trigger to activate the sensor.
Sensor activation failed. Sensor activation successful. Sensor ID displays on the left side of the bottom bar and the temperature displays on the right side of the bottom bar. D icon indicates that a duplicate sensor ID has been read.
All sensors have been triggered. Display advances to connect OBD cable for diagnosis even if not all sensors have been successful activated. Follow the onscreen instructions to connect the tool with the test vehicle via OBD II cable. Turn on the ignition. Press N to show the Sensor Status, or press Y to continue, and the tool will automatically read the sensor IDs and Data Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the ECU.
A message will display if IDs and DTCs have been read successfully. Green signal and OBDII icons: the ECU ID matches Sensor ID. Red signal and OBDII icons: the ECU ID does not match Sensor ID. Red battery icon: low sensor battery Amber TPMS icon: DTC(s) present in the ECU. Press Y to view sensors data. Positions, activated sensor IDs and ECU-registered IDs display on the screen. Use and information.
Pressure, temperature and battery level display on the second page. Press N to exit. Use Up and Down Arrow button to select the TPMS icon in the center of the graphed vehicle and press Y to view the DTCs.
Press OK to continue. Erase DTCs Success. The tool will automatically re-check the ECU to ensure all DTCs have been deleted. If no DTC(s) is present in the ECU, the middle TPMS icon displays gray and a “No DTCs” message displays at the right bottom of the screen.
There are four ways to program MX-Sensors: Copy by OBD, Copy by Activation, Copy by Manual Input and Auto Create 1-16 Sensors. Copy by OBD Copy the sensor ID from ECU into a MX-Sensor. Press Y to confirm selection. If no TPMS diagnosis is performed before, the tool will prompt the user to connect OBD cable and then read information from the ECU. If TPMS diagnosis is performed, then the next screen displays.
Follow the onscreen instructions to connect the tool with the test vehicle via the OBD II cable. Press Y to continue, or press N to exit. The tool will automatically read data from the ECU. The sensor IDs saved in the ECU display on the screen. Place one MX-Sensor near the top of the tool. Select one sensor ID and press Y to program the new MXSensor.
No sensor detected. Press any button to continue. Multiple sensors detected. Place one sensor close to tool, and press any key to continue. One sensor is detected. The programming function automatically proceeds.
Programming successful. Sensor ID, PSN, Pressure, Temperature, Frequency and Voltage are displayed on the screen. Programming Failed. Press any key to continue. By using Copy by OBD, the sensor ID that is retrieved from TPMS ECU is programmed to the new MX-Sensor. There is no need to perform the Relearn function to write the ID into the ECU when the new programmed sensor has been put in the same position.
Select Copy by Activation from programming list. Activate or Trigger sensor to be copied. Trigger successful. Original sensor ID displays on screen. Press Y to program the original sensor ID to MX-Sensor. Trigger failed. Press Y or Trigger to try again.
Place a new MX-Sensor near the top of the tool to program. No sensor detected. Press any button to continue. Multiple sensor detected. Place one sensor close to top of tool, and press any button to continue.
One sensor is detected. The programming function automatically proceeds. Programming succeeded. Sensor ID, PSN, Pressure, Temperature, Frequency and Voltage are displayed on the screen. Programming Failed. Press any key to continue. By using Copy by Activation, the sensor ID that is retrieved from activated sensor is programmed to the new MX-Sensor.
Copy by Manual Input This function is used to manually input the original sensor ID and program it to a new MX-Sensor. = Confirm Press Trigger to select the numbers, press N to exit and once a number is selected, the N button can be used to delete the entered number. After all the numbers are entered, press Y to confirm.
No sensor detected. Press any button to continue. Multiple sensors detected. Place one sensor close to top of tool, and press any button to continue. One sensor is detected. The programming function automatically proceeds.
Programming successful. Sensor ID, PSN, Pressure, Temperature, Frequency and Voltage are displayed on the screen. Programming Failed. Press any key to continue. The Copy by Input programming method uses the ID of the original sensor that is already stored within the TPMS ECU and therefore does not require the sensor be relearned if the new programmed sensor has been put in the same wheel location. Auto Create 1-16 Sensors This function is used to auto create unique ID(s) to 1-16 MX-Sensor(s).
Place 1-16 MX-Sensor(s) close to the top of the tool. The tool will automatically detect the sensors near the tool.
Once the sensors are successfully programmed, the sensor IDs and the PSNs will display on the tool. Position Relearn Generally speaking, there are three ways for position relearn: Stationary Relearn, Automatic Relearn and OBD Relearn. Stationary Relearn Stationary Relearn requires the vehicle be placed in the “Learn Mode”.
Read the Relearn Procedure carefully and press Y to continue. Follow the onscreen instructions to activate all the sensors mounted on the vehicle. Note: all the sensors should be successfully activated without any duplicated IDs. Once all sensors are successfully activated, then follow the Relearn Procedure to perform Stationary Relearn. Automatic Relearn For some vehicles, the Relearn function can be completed by driving. Refer to the on-screen Relearn Procedure for the exact details of the process.
= Confirm Follow the Relearn Procedure to perform Automatic Relearn. OBD Relearn The OBD Relearn function allows the TS508 to directly write the TPMS sensor IDs to the TPMS module. To perform Relearn, activate sensors on FL, FR, RR and RL wheels.
Read the Relearn Procedure carefully and press Y to continue. If no sensor activation is not performed before, follow the onscreen instructions to activate all the sensors mounted on the vehicle. Note: all the sensors should be successfully activated without any duplicated IDs. Once all sensors are successfully activated, the tool will prompt users to perform OBD Relearn, if supported by the vehicle.
Follow the onscreen instructions to connect the tool and vehicle via OBD cable and turn the ignition on. Press Y to continue. The tool is writing sensor ID to ECU, please wait. OBD Relearn Failed. Press any key to continue.
OBD Relearn Successful. The sensor IDs have been written to the ECU and the tool will automatically erase the DTCs present in the ECU. When all DTCs have been deleted, the TPMS icon displays gray. Press any key to continue.
Information MX-Sensor Information Place a MX-Sensor near the top of the tool and press Y to continue.
OE Sensor Information = Confirm The tool will display the information of the OE sensor for the selected vehicle.
Tire Type/Pressure Selection If all TPMS faults are cleared and the four tires are inflated to the reference pressure listed on the placard, but the TPMS MIL is still on, you may need to use this function to select your tire type and set the right tire pressure value. Read Tire Type/Pressure Select Read Tire Type/Pressure and press Y to read the tire type and pressure of the test vehicle. Press Save to save the reading for later review, or press Back to exit without saving.
Write Tire Type/Pressure Select the item you want to change and press Trigger to enter the edit menu (Take Front Tire Type as an example). Use the UP/DOWN button to select the correct tire type and press Y to confirm and exit. Move to the next item: Front Tire Pressure on Placard, and press the Trigger button to edit.
Use the UP/DOWN button to select the correct tire pressure on placard and press Y to confirm and turn to the previous menu. After all the changes are completed, press Y to confirm and exit, or press N to exit without saving the changes.
5 Miscellaneous ToolKit Test strength of remoteless key fob signal or unlock ECU for Toyota vehicles. 1. Select ToolKit from the Main Menu and press the Y button to confirm. Figure 5-1 Sample ToolKit Selection Screen 2. The screen displays as below, select RKE & RF Monitor and press Y to confirm test strength of remoteless key fob. Figure 5-2 Sample RKE & RF Monitor Menu 3.
fob to test. If the button works and the key fob is sending a signal, the tool will beep and the screen displays as below. If the button does not work, the tool will do nothing. To make sure each button is working properly, please test each button in turn. Figure 5-3 Sample Receive Signal Screen 4. The progress bar indicates the approximate signal strength of the key fob. The stronger the signal, the higher the beep tone. The tool tests only 315MHz and 433MHz key fobs.
Figure 5-4 Sample My Device Menu Update This function allows you to update the scan tool software through your computer by installing the Maxi PC Suite. You can use a Mac (os x 10.11 or later) or a Windows-based computer to download the suitable version from the www.maxitpms.com website and proceed. The update procedures for the Mac and Windows versions of the Maxi PC Suite are the same, and the Windows version is taken as an example here.
Figure 5-5 Sample Update Mode 4. The Maxi PC Suite will automatically detect the connected device’s serial number, if the connected device has not been registered yet, a message displays. Figure 5-6 Sample Registration Reminder 5. Enter your email address to register, click Next to continue. 6. If you haven’t registered before, a captcha will be sent to your email address, input your password and the captcha you received, and then click Sign Up to register the connected device.
Figure 5-7 Sample Registration Reminder Figure 5-8 Sample Registration Dialog Box 7. On the Updates Available page, select the appropriate files to install.
Figure 5-9 Sample Update Window 8. When the update is completed, a Program Update End screen displays on the scan tool. Figure 5-10 Sample Program Update End Screen View or Delete Programs To view the list of installed programs or to delete an installed program, please follow these steps: 1. Click on the Installed tag entry and the list of installed programs displays. 2. Select the program(s) that you would delete.
Figure 5-11 Sample Delete Window 3. Click the Uninstall button at the end of the program you want delete, a confirmation message will display. Click Yes to delete the program(s) selected, or No to cancel the action. The deleted program will be added to the end of program list on the Updates Available page, if you wish to reinstall programs. Setting The tool allows you to make the following adjustments and settings. 1. Market: Selects the operating region of the tool. 2.
TIPS Tool is set to default settings until changes are made. To Enter the Setting Menu From the Main Menu: Select Setting and press the Y button. The Setting menu displays as below. Figure 5-12 Sample System Setup Screen Market TIPS The default market selection depends on the area the tool is sold. 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Market, and press the Y button. 2.
Figure 5-13 Sample Market Selection Screen Language TIPS English is the default language. 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Language, and press the Y button. 2. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the desired language and press the Y button to save your selection and return to previous menu. Figure 5-14 Sample Language Selection Screen ID Format 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select ID Format, and press the Y button. 2.
Figure 5-15 Sample ID Format Screen 3. Press the Y button to save your settings and return to previous menu, or press the N button to exit without change. Pressure Unit 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Pressure Unit, and press the Y button. 2. From Pressure Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired unit: kPa, Psi or Bar. Figure 5-16 Sample Pressure Unit Screen 3.
2. From Temperature Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired unit of temperature. Figure 5-17 Sample Temperature Unit Screen 3. Press the Y button to save your settings and return to previous menu, or press the N button to exit without change. Distance Unit 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Distance Unit, and press the Y button. 2.
This function allows you to turn on/off the built-in speaker for key pressing. 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Beep Set, and press the Y button. 2. From Beep Set menu, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select ON or OFF to turn on/off the beep. Figure 5-19 Sample Beep Set Screen 3. Press the Y button to save your selection or the N button to exit without change. Power-off 1.
Figure 5-20 Sample Auto Power-off Screen NOTE 1. Before the tool powers off automatically, it will save all the TPMS test data. Next time when the tool is powered on, you may retrieve the recorded data or return to the last operation. 2. When using external power, the scan tool stays on until turned off. When using internal battery power, the scan tool turns off automatically after a set time of inactivity. Date and Time This function sets time and date on tool. 1.
2. View tool information on screen. Press the N button to exit. Figure 5-22 Sample About Screen Print To print out the data saved in the device, you will need the followings: TS508 tool computer with USB ports USB cable The Print Data function allows printing of TPMS DTC recorded data. Connect the tool and the computer with the supplied USB cable. Note: the print function is not available on Mac-based computer for the present. 1. Download the Maxi PC Suite from www.maxitpms.
5. The Printer will display as below. Figure 5-23 Sample Printer Screen 6. The selected data will display on the textbox. Select the appropriate function key on the right to execute one of the following operations: Print – print all data in the textbox to a printer connected to your computer. Edit – display an editable NOTEPAD window with recorded data. Copy – copy data in the textbox to the clipboard. Clear – delete data in the textbox. Exit – quit the operation.
Verify that the tool battery is sufficiently charged. Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds. Turn the ignition back on and continue testing. Verify the control module is not defective. Operating Error If the scan tool freezes, reset the tool: Turn the ignition off and wait for about 10 seconds. Turn the ignition back on and continue testing.
6 Compliance Information FCC COMPLIANCE FCC ID: WQ82016-TS408 This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exempts de licence d’Industrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: 1.
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
7 Warranty and Service Limited One Year Warranty Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd.
IMPORTANT All contents of the product may be deleted during the process of repair. You should create a back-up copy of any contents of your product before delivering the product for warranty service. Service and Support If you have any questions regarding the product, please contact one of our offices in your region. AUTEL NORTH AMERICA Phone: 855-AUTEL-US (855-288-3587) Monday-Friday 9am-6pm EST Website: www.autel.com, www.maxitpms.com Email: ussupport@autel.
Address: Office 103, Building 3845, International Business Park, Veracruz, Panamá Pacífico, Panamá AUTEL AUSTRALIA Phone: 03 9480 2978 / +61 476293327 Website: www.autel.com.au, www.maxitpms.com Email: sales@autel.com.au Address: 155 Islington Street, Melbourne, Collingwood, VIC For technical assistance in other markets, please contact your local distributor.