Key programmer
The Autel IM508 is a key programming and diagnostic device used by automotive locksmiths. Our database has confirmed coverage on 270 key variants across 148 models from 39 makes.
Tools / Autel IM508
Used by
8%
of 308 tracked locksmiths
Makes covered
39
Across our tracked vehicles
Models covered
148
Variants covered
270
Adapters required
31
APB112 smart key simulator is required to generate the emulator key for all-keys-lost., APB112 smart key simulator required for the all-keys-lost emulator step.…
Tokens
Yes
Per-operation cost on some links
Aggregated from every variant our research has confirmed. The headline tool price typically does not include these.
XP400 Pro
29 usesAutel key/EEPROM programmer head. Sits on the bench for transponder work and EEPROM read/write.
APB113
7 usesAutel adapter board for cluster / key chip bench access on BMW BDC and similar.
G-BOX (2 or 3)
6 usesAutel adapter that handles secure-CAN / Mercedes EZS / cluster-mode entry. G-BOX 3 is the current model.
What you'll pay beyond the device itself.
This tool uses tokens for some operations. Token costs are listed per-vehicle in the coverage table below — plan for these on top of the headline price.
What other kit owners of this tool typically have. Drawn from Keysolved locksmiths' tracked tools.
148 vehicle rows confirmed across 39 makes.
This page lists what the Autel IM508 covers. A subscription gives you the procedure for each of those vehicles, on your phone, while you are stood at the car.
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How IM508 stacks up on covered vehicles.
Latest variants linked to this tool in our database.
Volkswagen Crafter
Flip Remote 3-button — MQB48 (2017 to 2019)
Abarth 595
Transponder Service Key (no remote)
Abarth 595
Flip Remote Key (3-button, Delphi board)
Volvo C30
Slot Remote Key 5-button (non-keyless)
Volkswagen Transporter
Flip Remote 3-button — Megamos AES / MQB48 (2016 to 2019)
Volkswagen Transporter
Flip Remote 3-button — Megamos Crypto ID48 (2015 to 2016)
APB112
4 usesAutel smart-key simulator for Mercedes-Benz EZS / Toyota all-keys-lost.
APA103 clip
3 usesAutel EEPROM clip — alternate footprint to the APA102.
APB130
2 usesAutel NEC35xx adapter — cluster bench-read for VAG and other NEC-based clusters.
APB300
2 usesAutel adapter for some VAG bench operations.
Other notes
1 useAdapter notes that don't match a known code. Hover for the original wording.
2006–2013 · north_america · 9th generation (W-body)
Grand C4 Picasso / Grand C4 SpaceTourer
2013–2022 · europe · Second generation (B78, EMP2 platform, 7-seat long-wheelbase)
2008–2014 · australia · FG (incl. FG MkII)
2018–2024 · north_america · 3rd generation (D2XX platform)
Civic
2006–2011 · north_america · 8th gen (FA1/FA3/FA4/FA5 sedan, FG1/FG2 coupe)
2017–2024 · europe · III (PD, with PDe facelift from late 2020)
Patriot
2007–2017 · north_america · MK74
2011–2015 · north_america · 3rd gen (TF)
Outlander
2003–2006 · australia · CU (1st generation) — Australian ZE / ZF series, sold new in New Zealand badged Airtrek
Navara
2005–2015 · europe · D40
Levorg
2014–2020 · japan · VM (1st gen, VM4 / VMG)
Swift
2004–2010 · 2nd gen (ZC11S / ZD11S / ZC21S / ZD21S / ZC31S / ZC71S)
