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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.
Operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated work area: Exhaust gases are poisonous. Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while running tests. Use extreme caution when working around the 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 / electrical fires nearby.
Contents 1 Using the Manual ................................................................................................... 1 CONVENTIONS ............................................................................................................ 1 Bold Text .............................................................................................................. 1 Terminology ..........................................................................................................
Erase Codes ....................................................................................................... 27 Review Data ....................................................................................................... 28 AUDIT REPORT .......................................................................................................... 29 5 TPMS Sensor Programming ................................................................................. 30 AUTO CREATE............................
1 Using the Manual This manual contains device usage instructions. Some illustrations shown in this manual may contain modules and optional equipment that are not included on 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 emphasis is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options. Example: Tap OK.
Illustrations Illustrations used in this manual are samples, the actual testing screen may vary for each vehicle being tested. Observe the menu titles and on-screen instructions to make correct option selection.
2 General Information TPMS System Review A tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is an electronic system designed to monitor the air pressure inside the pneumatic tires on various types of vehicles. TPMS report real-time tire-pressure information to the driver of the vehicle, either via a gauge, a pictogram display, or a simple low-pressure warning light. TPMS can be divided into two different types — direct (dTPMS) and indirect (iTPMS).
Benefits of TPMS The significant advantages of TPMS are summarized as follows: Fuel saving. Extended tire life. Decreased downtime and maintenance. Improved safety. Environmental efficiency.
3 Tool Information Functional Description Figure 3-1 TPMS TS508 1. SENSOR SLOT – Holds the MX-Sensor need to be programmed. 2. 3. LCD DISPLAY – Displays the menus and test screens. N BUTTON – Cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or return to previous menu. UP SCROLL BUTTON – Moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode. When more than one set of data are retrieved, use this button to move up to previous screens for additional data.
down to next screens for additional data. It is also used to view next trouble code when viewing DTCs. 7. HELP BUTTON – Provides help information. 8. POWER BUTTON – Long press the button to turn on/off the tool; or, short press the button to return to Home screen. 9. RIGHT SCROLL BUTTON – When scrolling through a screen of data or text, moves to next character and view additional information on next screens, if recorded data content covers more than one screen. 10.
USB Cable Adapter – Allows online update, data printing, and power charging via PC connection or connect the device and power source with the Adapter Carry Case – A case to store the tool when not in use Magnet – Used to trigger magnetically activated sensors (early model TPMS sensors) CD – Includes user’s manual and PC Suite Sensors – Supplied with Premium version: Premium: 4 Clamp-in and 1 Snap-in in 315MHz freq. 2 Clamp-in and 1 Snap-in in 433MHz freq. Icons 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
2. Connect the device and the power source with the USB cable adapter. For optimum performance, always keep your tool sufficiently charged. It is recommended that you charge the tool for over 2 hours before the first use. NOTE Only use the USB cable adapter that is included in our pack to charge this tool. The use of un-approved power supplies may damage your tool and void the tool warranty. Power Up by DLC The tool can also be powered via the vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC).
3. Pressure Unit: Sets the pressure unit in kPa, Psi or Bar. 4. Temperature Unit: Sets the temperature unit in degree Celsius or Fahrenheit. 5. Beep Set: Turns on/off key-press beep. 6. Distance Unit: Sets the distance unit in km or mile. 7. Power-off: Sets the time to power off automatically. 8. Date and Time: Allows setting date information of the tool. 9. About: Allows viewing important information of the tool. TIPS Setting will remain until change to the existing settings is made.
Figure 3-4 Sample Language Screen ID Format 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select ID Format, and press the Y button. 2. From ID Format screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired ID format. Figure 3-5 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.
Figure 3-6 Sample Pressure 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. Temperature Unit 1. From System Setup screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Temperature Unit, and press the Y button. 2. From Temperature Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired unit of temperature. Figure 3-7 Sample Temperature Unit Screen 3.
Figure 3-8 Sample Beep Set Screen 3. Press the Y button to save your selection or 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. From Distance Unit screen, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired unit of distance: km or mile. Figure 3-9 Sample Distance Unit Screen 3.
Figure 3-10 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 you turn it off. When using internal battery power, the scan tool turns off automatically after a set time of inactivity. Date and Time This function allows setting the date information of the tool. 1.
press the Y button; wait for the About screen to appear. 2. View tool information on screen. Press the N button to exit. Figure 3-12 Sample About Screen Product Troubleshooting This part describes problems that you may encounter while using the TPMS tool. Vehicle Linking Error A communication error occurs if the TPMS tool fails to communicate with the vehicle’s ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when running the diagnostic function.
4 TPMS Check & Diagnostics The MaxiTPMS® TS508 is a new generation TPMS diagnostic & service tool specially designed to activate all known OEM/Universal TPMS sensors, and provide users with direct access to the vehicle’s ECU through OBD II connection, thus allowing users to reprogram sensor IDs and retrieve/clear TPMS DTCs, helping technicians to quickly find out faulty TPMS and turn off MILs.
Figure 4-1 Sample Vehicle Type Screen 3. Observe the menu title and use UP/DOWN scroll button to select by model and year to identify the vehicle being tested. TIPS The selected vehicle is remembered by the tool when a test is commenced. Select by Model Figure 4-2 Sample Select by Model Screen Select by Year Figure 4-3 Sample Select by Year Screen 4. For some vehicle types an option screen will show up to let users choose between 4 Wheels and 5 Wheels test mode.
Figure 4-4 Sample Select Tire Screen A function menu screen will show up (Figure 4-5). Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select a desired wheel and place the tool alongside the valve stem, point toward the sensor location and press the TEST button (Figure 4-6). Figure 4-5 Sample Function Menu Screen Figure 4-6 Sample Sensor Activation Screen The tool will send LF signal to trigger the sensor. Once the sensor is successfully activated and decoded, the tool will display as below with a beep.
Figure 4-7 Sample Activated Sensor Information Screen This sensor information screen will appear for 3 seconds, then it will automatically turn to the next screen as below. Figure 4-8 Sample Sensor Activated Screen Wheel with a feedback icon, “√”, “X”, “D”, indicates wheel test has been finished. Refer to Table 4-1 for detailed description to learn what testing result each icon stands for.
Table 4-1 Possible Results for Testing Icon Test Results Description √ Successful Sensor Read TPMS sensor is successfully activated and decoded. The tool displays the sensor information. x Failed Read If the search period expires and no sensor is activated or decoded, it may be caused by wrong sensor fitting or non-functioning sensor. The tool then displays a message “No sensor detected.” Sensor In this case, repeat testing to confirm the TPMS failure.
Figure 4-9 Sample Magnet Activation Screen If the TPMS sensor requires tire deflation (of the order of 10PSI), then deflate the tire and place the tool alongside the stem while pressing the TEST button. Figure 4-10 Sample Deflation Activation Screen Anytime while doing the TPMS test, pressing button allows reading the sensor make, OEM part no., and relearn information for the vehicle being tested for reference.
Figure 4-12 Sample Tested Sensor Information Screen-1 Figure 4-13 Sample Tested Sensor Information Screen-2 [Pos] – Indicates the wheel sensor position. [ID-H/D] – Shows sensor ID data. [kPa/Psi/Bar] – Indicates tire pressure. [°C/°F] – Indicates tire temperature. [BAT] – Indicates battery condition. [Mode] – Defines tire sensor working mode or status. [Modulation] – Indicates sensor signal amplitude.
2. An activation screen with the previously activated sensor information will show up (Figure 4-14). Use the UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired wheel, and press the TEST button to reactivate the sensor, or press the Y button to view all detailed sensor data (Figure 4-15). Figure 4-14 Sample Sensor Activation Screen Figure 4-15 Sample Sensor Data Screen 3. If user is going to retest the sensor, a prompt will come up asking for your confirmation.
TPMS Relearn This function, which provides users with quick access to the vehicle’s ECU, enables users to do TPMS diagnostics, such as reading/writing sensor IDs on vehicle ECU and reading/ clearing codes of TPMS system, and to save data for later reviews and printing. 1. Connect the TPMS tool to the vehicle’s DLC with the OBD II cable. Press the POWER button to turn on the tool. 2. Turn the ignition on but do not start the engine. 3.
Figure 4-19 Sample TPMS Diagnostic Screen 6. The Relearn Procedure allows referring to the related procedures before performing Relearn. 7. The Sensor Information enables retrieval of the OEM sensor maker, OEM frequency and OEM part number. Figure 4-20 Sample OEM Sensor Information Screen 8. The OBD Location shows the OBD port on the vehicle being tested. TIPS For some vehicles users may be asked to choose the specific engine model or other features before turning to the function menu.
button to save data for future review, or the N button to exit without saving. Figure 4-21 Sample Read IDs from Vehicle Screen Write IDs to Vehicle 1. From TPMS Diagnostic Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the OBD II Relearn function to write IDs to vehicle directly without performing further procedures (Figure 4-19). Figure 4-22 Sample OBD II Relearn Screen 2. Once the sensor IDs are successfully written, a confirm screen will show up. Press any key to continue.
NOTE 1. The OBD II Relearn function is not supported by all vehicles. If the OBD II Relearn item doesn’t present, that means the sensor’s ID of the vehicle you selected does not need to be written to the vehicle. 2. The sensor writing procedure may vary for different vehicles being serviced. Please follow the onscreen instruction and take appropriate measures and selections to complete the process. 3. If there are untested sensors in the vehicle, the writing ID process cannot proceed.
Figure 4-25 Sample Read Codes Screen TIPS The saved DTC and sensor data can be reviewed in Review Data, which supports easy data playback and printing. Erase Codes 1. From TPMS Diagnostic Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Erase Codes, and press the Y button (Figure 4-19). 2. The tool will display a warning message for your confirmation. Press the Y button to continue, or N button to exit. Figure 4-26 Sample Erase Codes Screen 3.
Figure 4-27 Sample Erase Codes Complete Screen Review Data The Review Data function allows user to view and print out saved data of the latest TPMS diagnostic recordings by the service tool. Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Review Data from Main Screen (Figure 3-2), and wait for the review data menu to appear. Figure 4-28 Sample Review Data Screen NOTE If no data from the previous TPMS diagnosis is recorded, a message “No data available!” will show on the screen. 1.
NOTE Don’t use Delete All unless you are definitely sure what you are going to proceed. Audit Report After the user finished the TPMS test, the tool is capable of presenting all of its stored TPMS data in a HTML file when connected to a PC via an USB cable. The tool will automatically pop up an explorer window in PC screen when connected to an active USB port on the PC. Make sure the tool is powered on. Otherwise, there will be no communication between the tool and computer.
5 TPMS Sensor Programming The Programming function allows users to program the sensor data to the MX-Sensor and replace faulty sensor with low battery life or one that is not functioning. The scan tool is easy-to-use with a proven efficiency and guaranteed accurate results. NOTE Programming function will only work with Autel’s MX-Sensor.
Figure 5-2 Sample TPMS Status Screen Auto Create This function is designed to program the MX-Sensor by applying random IDs created according to the test vehicle, when it is unable to obtain the original sensor ID. 1. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select TPMS from Main Menu (Figure 3-2), and press the Y button to confirm. 2. From the vehicle make screen, select a specific vehicle brand and press the Y button (Take Chrysler as an example).
Select by Model Figure 5-4 Sample Vehicle Model Screen Select by Year Figure 5-5 Sample Vehicle Year Screen 4. For some vehicles (like Chrysler), an option screen will show up allowing users to choose between 4 Wheels test and 5 Wheels test mode before accessing the activation screen. Figure 5-6 Sample Wheels Selection Screen There are two ways to program MX-Sensors.
Program One by One 1. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select MX-Sensor icon on the lower right corner of the function screen (Figure 5-1). NOTE The MX-Sensor icon on the lower right corner will not appear if the TPMS Sensor Programming is not supported by the selected vehicle. 2. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the wheel which needs to be programmed (Figure 5-2). 3. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Auto Create to create a new random sensor ID.
type of the inserted MX-sensor may be incorrect. Figure 5-9 Sample Programming Screen Figure 5-10 Sample Warning Screen After programming is finished, a series of beep sound will be heard and the tool will display the data details such as the sensor ID, the temperature and the battery voltage after testing the new programmed MX-Sensor. Figure 5-11 Sample Data details Screen If programming failed, the screen will show as below, in this case, please perform programming function again.
Figure 5-12 Sample Error Screen 6. Press OK to return to the previous screen, and a sensor mark will appear on the right side of the screen, indicating the wheel sensor has been programmed. Figure 5-13 Sample Programmed Sensor Screen Program in One Operation 1. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select MX-Sensor on the lower right corner. 2. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Multiple Sensors. 3.
Program One by One 1. Follow the steps in Auto Create to select MX-Sensor icon and then select the required wheel and press the Y button. 2. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Manual Create and press the Y button. Figure 5-14 Sample Manual Create Screen 3. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the character and press the TEST button to confirm. Figure 5-15 Sample Input Sensor ID Screen 4. Use the N button to select Backspace to remove the entered character.
Figure 5-16 Sample Confirmation Screen 5. Insert the correct MX-Sensor and press the Y button to start programming or the N button to exit. Program in One Operation 1. Follow the steps in Auto Create to select MX-Sensor icon and then select Multiple Sensors and press the Y button. 2. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Manual Create and press the Y button. 3.
Copy by OBD This function allows users to write in the saved sensor information to MX-Sensor after performing Read IDs from Vehicle in TPMS Diagnostic function. Program One by One 1. Follow the steps in Auto Create to select MX-Sensor to enter the Programming function. The OBD mark will appear on the right side of the screen (Figure 5-18). After selecting the specific wheel and pressing the Y button, the Copy by OBD option is available on the function menu (Figure 5-19).
2. The select Multiple Sensors function to program up to 20 MX-Sensors in one operation. The TPMS tool will automatically generate sensor IDs based on the retrieved sensor ID. Select the IDs you want to program with. 3. When the programming is completed, the newly programmed MX-Sensors should be relearned by the vehicle that the sensors to be mounted on. Copy by Activation This function allows user to bypass OBD II and automatically write in the retrieved original sensor data to the MX-Sensor.
4. Select Copy by Activation, insert the correct MX-Sensor into the sensor slot, and then press the Y button to start programming the retrieved sensor information to the MX-Sensor. Figure 5-22 Sample Copy by Acitivation Screen For program one by one, if you had successfully performed both the Read IDs from Vehicle function and the Activation function, the screen may show as below. You can choose either Copy by Activation or Copy by OBD even the IDs are not matched.
Figure 5-24 Sample Get ID from Activation Screen 4. When the programming is completed, the newly programmed MX-Sensors should be relearned by the vehicle that the sensors to be mounted on. NOTE For the vehicles not supported by Relearn function, please select the “Manual Create” option to enter the original sensor ID manually, or trigger the original sensor at the activation screen to get the sensor information, before programming the MX-Sensor.
6 RKE & RF Monitor Today's keyless remotes -- also known as key fobs -- make life easier. But when your key fob stops working or starts to perform sporadically, it will be particularly frustrating. Check your key fob to make sure it is in top condition so it will work when you really need it. Since a key fob is attuned to a special frequency that is only detected by the car for which it was issued, you will need to use your vehicle to test the fob.
7 Print and Update To print out retrieved data or update software, you will need the followings: TS508 tool PC or laptop with USB ports USB cable Print Data The Print Data function allows printing out TPMS DTC data recorded by the service tool by connecting the scan tool to a PC or laptop with the USB cable supplied. 1. 2. 3. 4. Install the PC Suite program to the PC from the supplied CD. Connect the scanner to computer with the USB cable supplied. Run Printer software on computer.
Clear – Delete all data in the textbox. Exit – Quit the operation. 7. You are also allowed to edit, copy, and delete the data in the Printer window. Software Update This function allows you to update the scan tool software through a computer. Register the Tool User could update the scan tool ONLY after you had registered the tool on our website: www.autel.com . Then you could download software, update online, retrieve information and get warranty service.
Follow the update procedure to finish updating. 1. Run Autel Update in the PC Suite program. Wait for the Log In window to pop up. Figure 7-2 Sample Log In Window 2. Enter your Autel ID and password and wait for the Update window to display. If you forget your password unintentionally, you may always click the [Forget Password?] to link to our website and get your password back. 3. In the Update window, select the items you want to install. Usually, you should install all available updates.
the Status column of updated items. 4. Anytime you could click the Pause button on the right side of screen to suspend all progresses, and the state of those suspended items would change to STOPPED. 5. To resume updating process, you may need to select those suspended items again, and then click the Update Selected Items button. The progress will resume from the break point. 6. When the downloading is completed, the downloaded programs will be installed automatically.
Figure 7-4 Sample Confirmation Window Click on Yes to delete the program(s) selected, or on No to cancel the action. The deleted program will automatically add to the end of program list in the UPDATE page in case you would like to install again.
8 Compliance Information FCC COMPLIANCE FCC ID: WQ82016-TS408 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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.
7. Compliance Information FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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. Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
RoHS COMPLIANCE This device is declared to be in compliance with the European RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU.
9 Warranty and Service Limited One Year Warranty Autel warrants to its customers that this product will be free from all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, subject to the following terms and conditions: 1. The sole responsibility of Autel under the Warranty is limited to either the repair or, at the option of Autel, replacement of the TPMS tool at no charge with Proof of Purchase. The sales receipt may be used for this purpose. 2.