Key programmer
The Autel IM608 is a key programming and diagnostic device used by automotive locksmiths. Our database has confirmed coverage on 252 key variants across 139 models from 36 makes.
Tools / Autel IM608
Used by
2%
of 308 tracked locksmiths
Makes covered
36
Across our tracked vehicles
Models covered
139
Variants covered
252
Adapters required
25
APA103 clip adapter with XP400 Pro for the NEC24C64 read/write; the older plain XP400 will not cover the cluster work, APA103 EEPROM clip on the XP400 Pro for the 95256. G-BOX3 for the engine ISN.…
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
23 usesAutel key/EEPROM programmer head. Sits on the bench for transponder work and EEPROM read/write.
G-BOX (2 or 3)
8 usesAutel adapter that handles secure-CAN / Mercedes EZS / cluster-mode entry. G-BOX 3 is the current model.
APB113
7 usesAutel adapter board for cluster / key chip bench access on BMW BDC and similar.
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.
139 vehicle rows confirmed across 36 makes.
This page lists what the Autel IM608 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 IM608 stacks up on covered vehicles.
Latest variants linked to this tool in our database.
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 Passat
Keyless Access Smart Key (3-button, ID46 — push-button start)
Volkswagen Passat
Slot Key (3-button, ID48 Megamos — cars without Keyless Access)
APA103 clip
3 usesAutel EEPROM clip — alternate footprint to the APA102.
APB112
3 usesAutel smart-key simulator for Mercedes-Benz EZS / Toyota all-keys-lost.
APB300
2 usesAutel adapter for some VAG bench operations.
APB130
1 useAutel NEC35xx adapter — cluster bench-read for VAG and other NEC-based clusters.
Other notes
4 usesAdapter notes that don't match a known code. Hover for the original wording.
520
2010–2017 · europe · F10
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)
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)
BT-50
2006–2011 · south-africa · UN (1st generation)
2005–2012 · south-africa · R51 (3rd generation)
Levorg
2014–2020 · japan · VM (1st gen, VM4 / VMG)
Splash
2008–2015 · europe · EX (Magyar Suzuki, Esztergom)
S60
2000–2009 · europe · I (P2 platform, chassis 384)