Autel has newly released an IMMO upgrade that supports to add key/ all keys lost for BMW F series vehicles by OBD. Can be performed in halt the time program solely through OBD2, no need to remove body domain controller(DMC). Now the upgrade is available on Autel MaxiIM IM608 Pro II & IM508S tablets.
Update
Program all keys lost & add key by OBD II for BDC module-equipped BMW F-series vehicles.
Support List
BMW 2 Series 2014/03-2019/06 F46
BMW 2 Series 2013/11-2019/06 F45
BMW X1 2014/11-2019/06 F48
BMW X2 2016/10-2019/06 F39
BMW X5 2012/08-2018/06 F15
BMW X5 2013/04-2018/06 F85
BMW X6 2013/09-2019/05 F16/F86
MINI 2014/11-2019/06 F54/F57
MINI 2013/04-2019/06 F55/F56
MINI 2015/11-2019/06 F60
* Disassembly may be required to read DME ISN code if all keys lost.
What's the difference between IM608 II and IM608?Product Model | / | IM608 II | IM608 Pro |
Accessories | VCI | JVCI+ | JVCI |
Programmer | XP400Pro | XP400Pro | |
Hardware Configuration | CPU | Qualcomm SDM660 Octa-core Processor 4x 2.2 GHz(A73) 4x 1.8 GHz(A53) |
Samsung Exynos T5260 6-Core Processor: 4x 1.3 GHz(A7) 2x 1.7 GHz(A15) |
OS | Android 10.0 | Android™ 4.4.2, KitKat | |
Memory | 4 GBRAM+128GB FLASH | 2 GBRAM+64GB FLASH | |
Display | 10.1 inches | 10.1 inches | |
Resolution | 1920*1200 | 1920*1200 | |
Battery | 3.8V 15000 mAh | 3.8V 15000 mAh | |
BT | BT V5.0 + BR/EDR | BT V2.1 + EDR | |
DoIP | Yes | Adapter required | |
CANFD | Yes | Adapter required | |
diagnostic function | Basic functions | Full Function | Full Function |
Coding | Yes | Yes | |
Programming | Mercedes-Benz BMW system | Mercedes-Benz BMW system | |
IMMO Functions | Matching device | Full Function | Full Function |
Programmer | EEPROM reading and writing, MCU reading and writing | EEPROM reading and writing, MCU reading and writing | |
Key tool | Yes | Yes | |
Remote expert | / | Yes | No |
1. Hardware Difference:
1) IM608 II Hardware
Processor: Qualcomm SDM660 Octa-core(4x 2.2 GHz(A73),4x 1.8 GHz(A53)
RAM: 4G
ROM: 128GB
BT: BT V5.0 + BR/EDR
Android Version: Android 10
HDMI: HDMI 2.0
Screen Size: 10.1inch
2) IM608 PRO Hardware
Processor: Samsung Exynos T5260 6-Core (4x 1.3 GHz(A7),2x 1.7 GHz(A15)
RAM: 2G
ROM: 64GB
BT: BT V2.1 + EDR
Android Version: Android? 4.4.2, KitKat
HDMI: HDMI 1.4a
Screen Size: 10.1inch
2. Software Difference
1). Supports CAN Protocol Read and Write Without a Password
2). Add Bulit-in DoIP and CAN FD Protocol (Don't Need Converter)
3). Support Remote Expert Function
Main Configuration Updates Based on Autel IM608 Pro
Main Features of Autel IM608 II:
Upgraded from IM608/IM608PRO, the IMMO & key fob programming tool IM608S II can also read the immobilizer pin codes and password directly from the vehicle and store the information to do key learning for the newly programmed keys. The professional key fob programming tool Autel IM608S II has covered almost all the key programming functions:
Some of the more popular and commonly used repair functions:
Note: The above mentioned is just a small portion of all supported services and more are not listed. Please also know that Not All service & Special functions are universally compatible.
Table 1: Hardware Parameter
Product | IM608Pro Ⅱ/IM608S Ⅱ/IM608 Ⅱ | IM608PRO/IM600/IM608 | IM508S | IM508 | OtoFix IM1 | KM100 | |
Hardware | 1, Tablet, Programmer, VCI | 1, Tablet, Programmer, VCI | 1, Tablet, Programmer, VCI | 1, Tablet, Programmer, VCI | 1, Tablet, Programmer, VCI | 1. vertical screen | |
2. VCI Bluetooth connection | 2. VCI Bluetooth connection | 2、VCI cable connection | 2、VCI cable connection | 2. VCI Bluetooth connection | 2. VCI Bluetooth connection | ||
3. Unable to connect Programmer | |||||||
Usability | 1.Support Auto VIN | 1.Support Auto VIN | 1.Support Auto VIN | 1.Support Auto VIN | 1.Support Auto VIN | 1.Support Auto VIN | |
2.Support Guided function | 2.Support Guided function | 2.Support Guided function | 2.Support Guided function | 2.Support Guided function | 2.Support Guided function | ||
3. Support Immo scan | 3. Support Immo scan | 3. Support Immo scan | 3. Support Immo scan | 3. Support Immo scan | 3. Support Immo scan | ||
Immobilizer software | comprehensive immo software | comprehensive immo software | comprehensive immo software | comprehensive immo software | 1. comprehensive immo software | Most immo key programming function | |
2. some advanced feature need to pay | except remove and replace anti-theft parts | ||||||
Diagnostic software | 1. Medium diagnostic function | 1. Medium diagnostic function | Basic diagnostic function | Basic diagnostic function | Basic diagnostic function | No | |
2. BMW Benz immobilizer system programming | 2. BMW Benz immobilizer system programming | ||||||
Remote Expert | Yes (coming soon) | No | No | No | Yes | No | |
Hardware | Processor | Qualcomm SDM660 Octa-core Processor: | Samsung Exynos T5260 6-Core Processor: | Rockchip RK3566 Quad core Processor: | Rockchip RK3188 Quad core Processor: | Rockchip PX30 Quad-core Processor: | PX30 4x ARM Cortex-A35 |
4x 2.2 GHz(A73) | 4x 1.3 GHz(A7) | 4x 1.8GHz(A55) | 4x 1.6GHz(A9) | 4x 1.5GHz(A35) | 1.5GHz 64bits | ||
4x 1.8 GHz(A53) | 2x 1.7 GHz(A15) | ||||||
Operating system | Android 10.0 | Android™ 4.4.2, KitKat | Android 11 | Android 4.4.4 | Android 9 | Android 9.0 | |
RAM | 4 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB | 1 GB | 2 GB | 2G RAM | |
ROM | 128 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 32 GB(2021+ 64GB) | 64 GB | 64G Flash | |
Display/Resolution | 10.1 inches | 10.1 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | 7 inches | 5.5′ | |
Resolution | 1920*1200 | 1920*1200 | 1024*600 | 1024*600 | 800*1200 | 1280×700 | |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) | Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) | Wi-Fi(802.11a/b/g/n/ac) | Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) | Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) | Yes | |
BT | BT V5.0 + BR/EDR | BT V2.1 + EDR | No | No | BT V5.0 + EDR | Yes | |
USB | USB 2.0:(2 USB HOST Type A, 1 USB mini device) | USB 2.0:(2 USB HOST Type A, 1 USB mini device) | USB 2.0:(1 USB HOST Type A, 1 USB mini device) | USB 2.0:(1 USB HOST Type A, 1 USB mini device) | USB 2.0:(1 USB HOST Type C, 1 USB OTG Tyep C) | / | |
HDMI | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 1.4a | No | No | No | / | |
SD Card | SD Card (Support up to 64GB) | SD Card (Support up to 32GB) | SD Card (Support up to 64GB) | SD Card (Support up to 32GB) | SD Card(Support up to 64GB) | / | |
DB16 DLC | No | No | DB16 DLC | No | No | / | |
Headphone plug | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | / | |
microphone | 1MIC | 1MIC | No | No | Yes | / | |
Speaker | 2 | 2 | No | No | 1 | / | |
GPS | Yes | No | No | No | No | / | |
Light-sensitive | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | / | |
Button | 1 power button | 1 power button | 1 power button | 1 power button | 1 power button | / | |
Battery | 3.8V 15000 mAh | 3.8V 15000 mAh | 3.7V 5000 mAh | 3.7V 5000 mAh | 5800mAh | 4950mAh | |
Camera | Rear: 16 Megapixel, AF with Flashlight | Rear: 8.0 Megapixel, AF with Flashlight | No | No | Rear: 800W | / | |
VCI or Not | JVCI+ | JVCI | standalone | standalone | V1 | ||
Programmer | XP400PRO | XP400PRO | XP200 | XP200 | XP1 | V200 | |
VCI Connection | BT/USB | BT/USB | standalone | standalone | BT/USB | BT | |
Weight | 1.58 kg | 1.48 kg | 0.78 kg | 0.78 kg | 0.46 kg | / |
Table 2: Function Comparison
Programmer function with XP401 Pro/XP400 Pro |
EEPROM read and write | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | No |
Disadvantage: The board has no IO port pin detection function | Disadvantage: The board has no IO port pin detection function | Disadvantage: The board has no IO port pin detection function | |||||
MCU read and write | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | No | |||
Less mcu coverage | Less mcu coverage | ||||||
Engine computer read and write | More coverage than competitors. | More coverage than competitors. | More coverage than competitors. | No | No | ||
Support CAN TC1762\TC1766\
TC1793\TC1797 R/W without pass |
Disadvantage: small coverage of
CAN protocol read and write |
Support CAN TC1762\TC1766\TC1793
\TC1797 R/W without pass |
Less ECU coverage | ||||
Immobilizer module read and write | Advantage: More coverage than competitors Disadvantages: No solder-free board, no IO port pin detection function |
Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors Disadvantages: No solder-free board, no IO port pin detection function |
No | |||
Disadvantages: No solder-free board, no IO port pin detection function | Less IMMO coverage | Less IMMO coverage | |||||
Odometer/airbag module read and write | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | Advantage: More coverage than competitors | No | No | ||
Less coverage | |||||||
key identification generation | Advantage: There are more types of key identification; | Advantage: There are more types of key identification; | Advantage: There are more types of key identification; | Yes | |||
Disadvantages: Some key identification information is not comprehensive enough; | Disadvantages: Some key identification information is not comprehensive enough; | Disadvantages: Some key identification information is not comprehensive enough; | Less coverage | Less coverage | |||
Write key via dump | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | ||
Less coverage | |||||||
Renew/Unlock remote | Yes | Yes | Yes | Need XP400 Pro | Need XP1 Pro | Yes | |
Frequency detection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Need XP400 Pro | Need XP1 Pro | Yes | |
key tool function | Generete universal key | Yes Need XP200/XP201/XP400/XP401/XP400PRO/XP401PRO |
Yes, need XP200/XP201/XP400/
XP401/XP400PRO/XP401PRO |
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
APB112 chip simulation | Need APB112 | Need APB112 | Need APB112 | Yes | |||
Ignition coil detection | Need APB112 | No | No | Yes | |||
Diagnostic function | Auto VIN | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | NO |
Read/clear DTCs | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Read datastaream | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
read freeze frame | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Read ECU information | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | ||
Active Test | Yes | Yes | No(coming soon) | Yes | No | ||
Service function | Yes (36) | Yes (36) | Yes(36) | Yes(36) | Yes(36) | ||
Special functions | All system | All system | No(coming soon) | All system | No | ||
Online coding | Yes, does support Benz, Audi(only CN&HK), Skoda(only CN&HK) | Yes, does not support Benz, Audi(only CN&HK), Skoda (CN&HK) | No | No | No | ||
Offline coding | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | ||
Hidden function flashing | Yes, except Mercedes | Yes, except Mercedes | No | No | No | ||
Guided function | Yes, excpet BMW, Benz, Land rover | Yes, excpet BMW, Benz, Land rover | No | No | No | ||
Online programming | Yes, part of BMW and Benz (not all function) | Yes, IM608Pro will do part of BMW and Benz online programming (No all) | No | No | No | ||
Cloud service | report management | report management | report management | report management | report management | ||
Remote expert C side(Only CN) | |||||||
Other functions | SCAN VIN | Remote Desk | Remote Desk | Remote Desk | SCAN VIN | ||
SCAN License | D-PDU | CANFD(Need converter) | CANFD(Need converter) | SCAN License | |||
Remote Desk | RP1210 | Remote Desk | |||||
D-PDU | DoIP(Need converter) | DoIP | |||||
RP1210 | CANFD(Need converter) | CANFD | |||||
DoIP | |||||||
CANFD | |||||||
Remote Expert | Usability | since July 2022 | / | / | / | the version is too low. Most of the functions have not been upgraded | / |
Advantage: | |||||||
Immo and Diagnostic 2-in-1 in the same tablet, easy to use. Auto obtain and decode VIN | |||||||
Order status and step prompts are clear. Synchronization of orders and connection steps; | |||||||
Operational capability support: including activities, coupons, merchant order flow control, etc. | |||||||
Disadvantage: | |||||||
The expert side needs to be upgraded through PC Suit | |||||||
Car brands | Advantage: | / | / | / | Supports few car series, only supports Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Chrysler, GM cars, BMW does not support DoIP protocol | / | |
Supports 140+ brands, except Tesla | |||||||
Decode VIN, Auto VIN, smart identify vehicle info. | |||||||
Intelligent identify protocol type (CAN, CANFD, DoIP), automatic identify DoIP communication. | |||||||
Latency and Stability | Better latency | / | / | / | Only supports transfer server mode | / | |
B/C mode: transfer server+ P2P direct connection | |||||||
Extension | endoscope | Yes (optional) | Yes (optional) | Yes(optional MV105/108) | Yes(optional MV105/108) | N |
New Autel IM608 II Programming System is released with firmware update and stronger diagnostic functions.
Compared to other Autel Programming Tools (Autel IM608/ IM508/ KM100), what are their differences?
Check the Table below:
Autel IM608 PRO II/IM608 II/IM608S II | Autel IM608 PRO/IM608 | Autel IM508 | Autel KM100 | |
Image | ||||
Firmware | ||||
Hardware | Touch screen tablet & programmer | Touch screen tablet & programmer | Touch screen tablet & programmer | Touch screen handset |
VCI | √ (Bluetooth connection) | √ (Bluetooth connection) | √ (wire connection) | √ (Bluetooth connection) |
Automatic scan | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Immo scan | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Immo function | Support program keys by OBD/on-bench/boot, immo part replacement | Support program keys by OBD/on-bench/boot, immo part replacement | Support program keys by OBD/on-bench/boot, immo part replacement | Support program keys by OBD |
Diagnostic function | Medium diagnosis, BMW & Benz immo programming | Medium diagnosis, BMW & Benz immo programming | Basic diagnosis | × |
Remote expert | √ (coming soon) | × | × | × |
Processor | Qualcomm SDM660 Octa-core | Samsung Exynos T5260 6-Core | Rockchip RK3188 Quad core | PX30 4x ARM Cortex-A35 |
System | Android 10.0 | Android 4.4.2, KitKat | Android 4.4.4 | Android 9.0 |
RAM | 4G | 2G | 1G | 2G |
ROM | 128G | 64G | 32G(64G after 2021) | 64G |
Screen | 10.1inches, 1920*1200 | 10.1inches, 1920*1200 | 7inches, 1024*600 | 5.5inches, 1280*700 |
WiFi | √ | √ | √ | √ |
Bluetooth | V5.0+BR/EDR | V2.1+EDR | × | √ |
USB | USB 2.0 (2 USB host type A, 1 USB mini device) | USB 2.0 (2 USB host type A, 1 USB mini device) | USB 2.0 (1 USB host type A, 1 USB mini device) | × |
HDMI | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 1.4A | × | × |
SD Card | √ (support up to 64G) | √ (support up to 32G) | √ (support up to 32G) | × |
Headphone jack | √ | √ | × | × |
Microphone | 1MIC | 1MIC | × | × |
Loudspeaker | 2 | 2 | × | × |
GPS | √ | × | × | × |
Light sensation | √ | √ | × | × |
Buttons | 1 power button | 1 power button | 1 power button | × |
Battery | 3.8V, 15000mAh | 3.8V, 15000mAh | 3.7V, 5000mAh | 4950mAh |
Camera | Rear 16 megapixel, AF with flashlight | Rear 8 megapixel, AF with flashlight | × | × |
Lower computer | JVCI+ | JVCI | All-in-one | × |
Programmer | XP400 PRO | XP400 PRO | XP200 | V200 |
Connection | Bluetooth/USB | Bluetooth/USB | All-in-one | Bluetooth |
Software | ||||
Read & write EEPROM | √ | √ | √ | × |
Read & write MCU | √ | √ | √ (less coverage) | × |
Read & write ECU | √ | √ | √ (less coverage) | × |
Read & write immo module | √ | √ | √ (less coverage) | × |
Read & write instrument/ airbag module | √ | √ | √ (less coverage) | × |
Key identify | √ | √ | √ (less coverage) | √ |
Read by eeprom | √ | √ | × | × |
Refresh key | √ | √ | √ (need XP400 PRO) | √ |
Detect frequency | √ | √ | √ (need XP400 PRO) | √ |
Generate transponder | √ (need XP200, XP201, XP400, XP401, XP400 PRO, XP401 PRO) | √ (need XP200, XP201, XP400, XP401, XP400 PRO, XP401 PRO) | √ (need XP200, XP201, XP400, XP401, XP400 PRO, XP401 PRO) | √ |
Transponder simulation | √ (need APB112) | √ (need APB112) | √ (need APB112) | √ |
Detect ignition coil | √ (need APB112) | √ (need APB112) | × | √ |
Auto VIN | √ | √ | √ | × |
Read & clear fault codes | √ | √ | √ | × |
Live data | √ | √ | √ | × |
Freeze frame | √ | √ | √ | × |
Read ECU info | √ | √ | √ | × |
Action test | √ | √ | √ | × |
Services | √ | √ | √ | × |
Special function | √ | √ | √ | × |
Online coding | √ | √ | × | × |
Offline coding | √ | √ | × | × |
Hidden features | √ | √ | × | × |
Guidance | √ | √ | × | × |
Online programming | √ (support partial Benz, BMW models) | √ (IM608Pro supports partial Benz, BMW models) | × | × |
Report manage | √ | √ | √ | × |
Other functions | Scan VIN, scan license, remote desk. D-PDU, RP1210, DoIP, CANFD diagnostic standard |
Remote desk, D-PDU, RP1210 diagnostic standard (DoIP/CANFD need adapter) | Remote desk, CANFD diagnostic standard(need adapter) | × |
Inspection camera | √ (MV105/ MV108) | √ (MV105/ MV108) | √ (MV105/ MV108) | × |
Summary:
1.Autel IM608 II has higher hardware configuration including processor, GPS, RAM…
2.Autel IM608 II owns stronger IMMO function because of package accessories
3.Autel IM608 II boasts far stronger Diagnosis function since its competitor Autel diagnostic system is higher than IM608’s
4.Built-in DOIP and CANFD module, adapters are not required