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Autel MaxiSys Elite with Wifi Bluetooth OBD Full Diagnostic Scanner with J2534 ECU Programming

Four Reason To Get Autel MaxiSys Elite : 1.The MaxiSys Elite rapidly performs every job from comprehensive vehicle diagnostics & analysis to advanced ECU programming . 2.2X faster than any comparable device, the MaxiSys Elite provides extended battery life and intelligent power saving. 3.The MaxiSys Elite offers a super-sensitive capacitive screen able to respond to gloved, moistened, and even greasy fingers! 4.The ergonomically angled docking station provides optimum visibility and convenient charging that eliminates power concerns. The  Autel Scanner MaxiSys Elite, the newest addition to the MaxiSys line of highly advanced smart diagnostic tools, is based on the fast and intuitive Android operating system. Powered by NVIDIA’s Tegra? 4, the world’s fastest mobile processor, its visually stunning 9.7” Retina display offers ultra-high resolutions up to 2048x1536 and an optimized array of sophisticated and powerful applications. The MaxiSys Elite rapidly performs ev...

Maxisys Elite Data Manager Operations

The  Maxisys Elite Data Manager application is used to store, print, and review the saved files. Most operations are controlled through the toolbar. Selecting the Data Manager application opens the file system menu. Different file types are sorted separately under different options, there are six types of information files to be viewed or played back. Operations The  OBD-II scan tool Data Manager Operations are based on toolbar controls, details are explained in the following sections. Image Files The Image section is a JPG database containing all captured screenshot images. 1.  Toolbar Buttons – used to edit, print and delete the image files. See Table 5-1 Toolbar Buttons in JPG Database on page 64 for detailed information. 2.  Main Section – displays the stored images. To edit image information 1.  Select Data Manager application from the MaxiSys Job Menu. 2.  Select Image to access the JPG database. 3.  Select an imag...

Maxisys Elite General Procedure

To access the OBD II/EOBD diagnostics functions 1.  Tap the Diagnostics application button from the  Maxisys Job Menu. The Vehicle Menu displays. 2.  Tap the EOBD button. There are two options to establish communication with the vehicle. *  Auto Scan – When this option is selected, the diagnostic tool attempts to establish communication using each protocol in order to determine which one the vehicle is broadcasting on. *  Protocol – When this option is selected, the screen opens a submenu of various protocols. A communication protocol is a standardized way of data communication between an ECM and a diagnostic tool. Global OBD may use several different communication protocols. 3.  Select a specific protocol if the Protocol option is selected. Wait for the  Autel Maxisys Elite OBD II Diagnostic Menu to appear. 4.  Select a function option to continue. *  DTC & FFD *   I/M Readiness * ...

Autel Maxisys Elite Programming and Coding

Since the introduction of OBD II and leading up to modern Hybrids and EVs, computers and software in cars have been expanding at an exponential rate.In-car software is becoming one of the leading needs for service, and updating software may be the only way to fix some of these issues: *   Drivability *   Fuel Efficiency *   Power Loss *   Fault Codes *  Durability of Mechanical Parts The Programming and Coding function is used to re-flash the vehicle control modules, it allows you to update the computer software on the vehicle to the latest version, as well as to reprogram adaptive data for certain components after making repairs or replacements. NOTE: The  Autel OBD2 Scanner programming function can only be applied through connection with the J2534 programming device, which serves as a PassThru interface to establish communication with and transfer data to the vehicle’s ECU. Available programming or coding o...

Maxisys Elite Function Descriptions

This section describes the main functions for vehicle service: Oil Reset Service This function allows you to perform reset for the Engine Oil Life system, which calculates an optimal oil life change interval depend on the vehicle driving conditions and climate. The Oil Life Reminder must be reset every time the oil is changed, so the system can calculate when the next oil change is required. Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Service This function allows you to quickly look up the tire sensor IDs from the vehicle’s ECU, as well as to perform  TPMS programming and reset procedures after tire sensors are replaced. Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Service This function has a multitude of usages to maintain the electronic braking system safely and effectively. The applications include deactivating and activating the brake control system, assisting with brake fluid control, opening and closing brake pads, and setting brakes after disc or pad replacement, etc. ABS/SRS...

Autel Maxisys Elite Special Functions

The  Autel Maxisys Elite functions perform various component adaptations, allowing you to recalibrate or configure certain components after making repairs or replacement. The main section of the Adaptation Operation screen displays a list of operational and vehicle status information, which mainly consists of four parts: 1.  The first part in the top line shows the description of the operation being performed, and the execution status is displayed on the right, such as Completed, or Activated, etc. 2.  The second part shows the preconditions or requirements for executing the operation being selected. 3.  The third part displays the current conditions of the vehicle control module being learned for comparison to the preconditions suggested by the second part. If the current condition of the control module is out of the suggested limit value, you must adjust the vehicle condition to meet the requirement. 4.  The last part displays the ...

Autel Maxisys Elite ECU Information

This function retrieves and displays the specific information for the tested control unit, including unit type, version numbers and other specifications. The sample  Autel Maxisys Elite ECU Information screen displays as below: 1.  Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons – see Table 4-2 Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons on page 33 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.  Functional Button – In this case, only a Back (or sometimes an ESC) button is available; tap it to exit after viewing. Read Codes This function retrieves and displays the DTCs from the vehicle’s control system. The Read Codes screen varies for each vehicle being tested, on some vehicles, freeze frame data can also be retrieved for viewing. The sample Read Codes screen displays as below: 1.  Diagnostics Toolbar Buttons – see Table 4-2 Diagnostics Tool...