Unboxing the Autel IM508 and XP400 Pro
The Autel IM508+XP400 Pro is a highly cost-effective combination designed to maximize IMMO functions. Today, we present an unboxing illustration of this powerful pairing.
Upon opening the carton, we are greeted by a sleek black packing box with distinct, hard lines. Let’s take a closer look at each component individually.
Autel IM508 Overview:
Inside the packing box, we find the IM508 Tablet and XP200 Key Programmer neatly placed on one side.
The front, back, and top views of the IM508 are displayed in the following image. At the top of the device, from left to right, we have the Lock/Power Button, USB Port, DOIS-Pin Port, Micro SD Card Slot, and Mini USB OTG Port.
Moving on, the next image showcases the front, back, and bottom views of the XP200 Key Programmer.
On the other side of the packing box, various cables and adapters are neatly arranged.
XP400 Pro Overview:
The packing box includes an array of cables and adapters that complement the XP400 Pro.
Adapters available for EEPROM, MCU_PLCC52, MCU_FQFP64, MCU_FQFP80, MCU_FQFP112, MCU_FQFP144, MCU_FQFP176, MCU_FQFP32, and MCU_FQFP48.
Cables include Spare Signal, USB Cable (Standard USB — Type B USB), ECU Cable, MCU Cable, and MC9S12 Cable, among others.
The image below offers a clear view of the front, back, top, and bottom of the XP400 Pro.
After several months of use, I am genuinely impressed with the IM508 and XP400 Pro’s performance.
I have successfully performed “All Keys Lost” on my 2007 Honda S2000 and programmed a new replacement key. Unlike my main immobilizer programmer, which failed to detect the ECU on this car, the IM508 flawlessly communicated with the vehicle’s computer, enabling successful key programming.
Moreover, I utilized the IM508 on my 2009 Honda Civic EX-L Coupe to reset a persistent ABS/VSA trouble code that my Bluetooth scanner and Torque app couldn’t resolve. Thanks to the IM508, after replacing a wheel speed sensor, I now have fully functional ABS and VSA systems.
I also applied the same ABS fault reset on a 2012 Honda CR-Z, which displayed a “low battery voltage” ABS code after the non-hybrid battery died. The dealership intended to charge my sister over $150 for a diagnosis, but with a new battery and a simple code reset using the IM508, everything was back to normal.
The only additional feature I wish the unit possessed is the ability to wirelessly connect via Bluetooth to the vehicle’s OBD II port, similar to some higher-priced scanners, or to pair with my existing OBDLink MX+ device.
I genuinely hope this article proves useful to you.
