Key programmer
The Autel MaxiIM IM508S is a key programming and diagnostic device used by automotive locksmiths. Our database has confirmed coverage on 365 key variants across 194 models from 40 makes.
Tools / Autel MaxiIM IM508S
Used by
12%
of 308 tracked locksmiths
Makes covered
40
Across our tracked vehicles
Models covered
194
Variants covered
365
Adapters required
56
APB112 simulator + Toyota 30-pin bypass cable required for AKL., APB112 Smart Key Simulator…
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
37 usesAutel key/EEPROM programmer head. Sits on the bench for transponder work and EEPROM read/write.
G-BOX (2 or 3)
18 usesAutel adapter that handles secure-CAN / Mercedes EZS / cluster-mode entry. G-BOX 3 is the current model.
APB112
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.
194 vehicle rows confirmed across 40 makes.
This page lists what the Autel MaxiIM IM508S 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 MaxiIM IM508S stacks up on covered vehicles.
Latest variants linked to this tool in our database.
Volkswagen Crafter
Flip Remote 3-button — MQB49 / 5C (2020 to 2024)
Volkswagen Crafter
Flip Remote 3-button — MQB48 (2017 to 2019)
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
Slot Key (3-button, ID48 Megamos — cars without Keyless Access)
Autel smart-key simulator for Mercedes-Benz EZS / Toyota all-keys-lost.
CAN Direct Kit
15 usesDirect-CAN connection kit for late-model Toyota H chip flip-remote AKL.
APB113
13 usesAutel adapter board for cluster / key chip bench access on BMW BDC and similar.
APB131
6 usesAutel adapter for cluster bench-read on HFM RH850 modules and Nissan-style AKL.
Nissan 40-pin BCM cable
5 usesBypass cable that brings the BCM out for AKL / NATS PIN extraction.
APB130
3 usesAutel NEC35xx adapter — cluster bench-read for VAG and other NEC-based clusters.
APB300
2 usesAutel adapter for some VAG bench operations.
RH850 / V850 programmer
1 useAbrites adapter for licenses that need direct RH850 / V850 access (FR011, NN010, RR026, VN021/023).
Other notes
10 usesAdapter notes that don't match a known code. Hover for the original wording.
A3
2020–2026 · europe · 8Y (Typ 8Y, MQB Evo) — includes S3 and RS3
A4
2001–2005 · europe · B6 (8E/8H)
A4
2005–2008 · europe · B7 (8E/8H)
A4
2015–2024 · europe · B9 (8W)
TT
2006–2014 · europe · 8J (Mk2)
e-tron
2019–2022 · europe · GE (e-tron and e-tron Sportback, MLB evo; renamed Q8 e-tron for 2023)
Eclipse Cross
2018–2024 · north_america · GK (1st generation)
Atlas
2018–2023 · north_america · CA1
5 Series
2017–2023 · europe · G30 / G31 (incl. F90 M5)
2006–2013 · north_america · 9th generation (W-body)
C3 Aircross
2017–2023 · europe · Mk1 (B2A)
Falcon
2005–2008 · australia · BF (incl. BF MkII and BF MkIII)
CR-V
2023–2024 · japan · 6th gen (RS, JDM)
2016–2021 · north_america · TL (3rd gen)
Liberty
2008–2012 · north_america · KK
2011–2015 · north_america · 3rd gen (TF)
BT-50
2006–2011 · south-africa · UN (1st generation)
Outlander
2003–2006 · australia · CU (1st generation) — Australian ZE / ZF series, sold new in New Zealand badged Airtrek
2010–2019 · europe · F15
Megane
2008–2016 · europe · III
Levorg
2014–2020 · japan · VM (1st gen, VM4 / VMG)
S-Cross
2021–2024 · australia · YTB (2nd gen)
CC
2009–2017 · north_america · Mk1 (Type 35, 3C/PQ46 platform) — badged Passat CC 2009-2012, CC 2013-2017