Autel MaxiCOM MK906S PRO User manual

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Autel will not be liable for any direct damages or for any special, incidental, or indirect
damages, or for any economic consequential damages (including the loss of profits) as
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IMPORTANT
Before operating or maintaining this unit, please read this manual carefully, paying extra
attention to the safety warnings and precautions.
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Safety Information
For your own safety and the safety of others, and to prevent damage to the device and
vehicles upon which it is used, it is important that the safety instructions presented
throughout this manual be read and understood by all persons operating or coming into
contact with the device.
There are numerous procedures, techniques, tools, and parts required for servicing
vehicles, as well as in the skill of the person doing the work. Because of the vast number
of test applications and variations in the products that can be tested with this equipment,
we cannot possibly anticipate or provide advice or safety messages to cover every
circumstance. It is the automotive technician’s responsibility to be knowledgeable of the
system being tested. It is crucial to use proper service methods and test procedures. It
is essential to perform tests in an appropriate and acceptable manner that does not
endanger your safety, the safety of others in the work area, the device being used, or the
vehicle being tested.
Before using the device, always refer to and follow the safety messages and applicable
test procedures provided by the manufacturer of the vehicle or equipment being tested.
Use the device only as described in this manual. Be sure to read, understand, and follow
all safety messages and instructions in this manual.
Safety Messages
Safety messages are provided to help prevent personal injury and equipment damage.
All safety messages are introduced by a signal word indicating the hazard level.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury to the operator or to bystanders.
Safety Instructions
The safety messages herein cover situations Autel is aware of at the time of publication.
Autel cannot know, evaluate or advise you as to all of the possible hazards. You must be
certain that any condition or service procedure encountered does not jeopardize your
personal safety.

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DANGER
When an engine is operating, keep the service area WELL VENTILATED or attach a
building exhaust removal system to the engine exhaust system. Engines produce carbon
monoxide, an odorless, poisonous gas that causes slower reaction time and can lead to
serious personal injury or loss of life.
Do Not Turn the Volume Up Too Loud When Using Headphones
Listening at high volumes that over-stimulate the ear for long periods of time may result
in loss of hearing.
Safety Warnings
Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment.
Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards.
Keep clothing, hair, hands, tools, test equipment, etc., away from all moving or hot
engine parts.
Operate the vehicle in a well-ventilated work area, as exhaust gases are poisonous.
Put the transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) orNEUTRAL(for manual
transmission) and make sure the parking brake is engaged.
Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while
testing.
Be extra cautious when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition
wires, and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages when the
engine is running.
Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline, chemical, and electrical fires nearby.
Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the
engine is running.
Keep the test equipment dry, clean, free from oil, water or grease. Use a mild
detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the equipment as necessary.
Do not drive the vehicle and operate the test equipment at the same time. Any
distraction may cause an accident.
Refer to the service manual for the vehicle being serviced and adhere to all
diagnostic procedures and precautions. Failure to do so may result in personal
injury or damage to the test equipment.
To avoid damaging the test equipment or generating false data, make sure the
vehicle battery is fully charged and the connection to the vehicle DLC is clean and
secure.
Do not place the test equipment on the distributor of the vehicle. Strong electro-
magnetic interference can damage the equipment.

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Contents
1 USING THIS MANUAL......................................................................................................1
CONVENTIONS ......................................................................................................1
Bold Text......................................................................................................1
Notes and Important Messages...................................................................1
Hyperlinks....................................................................................................1
Illustrations..................................................................................................1
Procedure....................................................................................................2
2 GENERAL INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................3
MAXICOM SYSTEM TABLET....................................................................................3
Function Description....................................................................................3
Power Sources............................................................................................5
Technical Specifications ..............................................................................6
VCI —VEHICLE COMMUNICATION INTERFACE ..........................................................8
Function Description....................................................................................8
Technical Specifications ..............................................................................9
ACCESSORY KIT..................................................................................................10
OBDI Adapters (Optional)..........................................................................10
Other Accessories.....................................................................................11
3 GETTING STARTED.......................................................................................................12
POWERING UP....................................................................................................12
Application Buttons....................................................................................13
Locator and Navigation Buttons ................................................................15
System Status Icons..................................................................................17
POWERING DOWN ...............................................................................................17
Reboot System..........................................................................................18
4 DIAGNOSTICS................................................................................................................19
ESTABLISHING VEHICLE COMMUNICATION ..............................................................19
Vehicle Connection....................................................................................19
VCI Connection .........................................................................................20
No Communication Message ....................................................................21
GETTING STARTED ..............................................................................................22
Vehicle Menu Layout.................................................................................22
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ......................................................................................24
Auto VIN Scan...........................................................................................24

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Manual VIN Input.......................................................................................26
Scan VIN/License......................................................................................26
Manual Vehicle Selection ..........................................................................27
Alternative Vehicle Identification................................................................27
NAVIGATION ........................................................................................................28
Diagnostics Screen Layout........................................................................28
Screen Messages......................................................................................31
Making Selections .....................................................................................31
MAIN MENU ........................................................................................................31
DIAGNOSIS .........................................................................................................32
Auto Scan..................................................................................................32
Control Unit ...............................................................................................34
ECU Information........................................................................................35
Trouble Codes...........................................................................................36
Live Data...................................................................................................38
Active Test.................................................................................................44
Special Functions......................................................................................45
SERVICE.............................................................................................................46
Function Descriptions................................................................................47
GENERIC OBDII OPERATIONS ..............................................................................47
General Procedure....................................................................................48
Function Descriptions................................................................................49
EXITING DIAGNOSTICS .........................................................................................51
5 TPMS ..............................................................................................................................53
GETTING STARTED ..............................................................................................53
Vehicle Selection.......................................................................................54
TPMS Service Screen Layout ...................................................................61
CHECK OPERATIONS............................................................................................63
Main Section..............................................................................................63
DIAGNOSTICS OPERATIONS ..................................................................................65
Detail.........................................................................................................66
Retry Diagnosis.........................................................................................67
Clear DTCs................................................................................................67
Live Data...................................................................................................67
ECU Information........................................................................................68
PROGRAMMING OPERATIONS................................................................................68

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Copy by Activation.....................................................................................69
Copy by OBD ............................................................................................70
Copy by Input............................................................................................71
Auto Create...............................................................................................71
RELEARN OPERATIONS ........................................................................................72
OBD Relearn.............................................................................................72
Automatic Relearn.....................................................................................73
Stationary Relearn.....................................................................................73
Copy Relearn ............................................................................................73
RETROFIT OPERATIONS........................................................................................74
TPMS BY OEMPART NO....................................................................................75
Application Scenarios................................................................................75
Function Operations..................................................................................75
6 SERVICE.........................................................................................................................79
OIL RESET..........................................................................................................80
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB).........................................................................80
EPB Safety................................................................................................80
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS).....................................................81
BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS)................................................................81
IMMOBILIZER (IMMO) KEYS..................................................................................81
STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (SAS).........................................................................82
7 OEMAUTHORIZATION ..................................................................................................83
8 BATTERY TEST..............................................................................................................85
MAXIBAS BT506TESTER ...................................................................................85
Function Description..................................................................................85
Power Sources..........................................................................................86
Technical Specifications ............................................................................87
TEST PREPARATION .............................................................................................87
Inspecting the Battery................................................................................87
Establishing Communication.....................................................................87
Connecting to a Battery.............................................................................88
IN-VEHICLE TEST.................................................................................................89
Battery Test ...............................................................................................89
Starter Test................................................................................................92
Generator Test...........................................................................................94
OUT-VEHICLE TEST..............................................................................................95

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Battery Test ...............................................................................................95
9 DATA MANAGER ............................................................................................................97
VEHICLE HISTORY ...............................................................................................98
Historical Test Record ...............................................................................99
WORKSHOP INFORMATION..................................................................................100
CUSTOMER.......................................................................................................101
REPORT ...........................................................................................................102
IMAGE ..............................................................................................................102
PDF ................................................................................................................103
REVIEW DATA....................................................................................................103
UNINSTALLAPPS ...............................................................................................104
DATA LOGGING..................................................................................................104
10 SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................105
OPERATIONS.....................................................................................................105
Units........................................................................................................105
Language ................................................................................................106
Printing Settings ......................................................................................106
Report Settings........................................................................................107
Auto Update ............................................................................................107
TPMS Market ..........................................................................................107
TPS Prog. Setting....................................................................................108
Vehicle List..............................................................................................108
System Settings ......................................................................................108
About ...................................................................................................108
11 VCI MANAGER............................................................................................................109
12 UPDATE......................................................................................................................111
13 SUPPORT...................................................................................................................113
PRODUCT REGISTRATION ...................................................................................113
SUPPORT SCREEN LAYOUT.................................................................................113
My Account..............................................................................................114
Training....................................................................................................115
Data Logging...........................................................................................115
FAQ.........................................................................................................116
14 REMOTE DESKTOP...................................................................................................117
OPERATIONS.....................................................................................................117
15 USER FEEDBACK......................................................................................................119

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16 MAXIVIEWER .............................................................................................................120
17 MAXIVIDEO ................................................................................................................122
ADDITIONALACCESSORIES .................................................................................122
MaxiVideo Camera................................................................................123
Imager Head Accessories......................................................................123
Accessory Assembly ...............................................................................124
Technical Specifications ..........................................................................125
OPERATIONS.....................................................................................................126
18 QUICK LINK................................................................................................................128
19 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE .................................................................................129
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................129
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST ..........................................................................129
ABOUT BATTERY USAGE.....................................................................................130
SERVICE PROCEDURES......................................................................................131
Technical Support....................................................................................131
Repair Service.........................................................................................132
Other Services.........................................................................................132
20 COMPLIANCE INFORMATION...................................................................................133
FCCCOMPLIANCE ............................................................................................133
RFWARNINGSTATEMENT...........................................................................134
CE COMPLIANCE...............................................................................................134
ROHS COMPLIANCE ..........................................................................................134
21 WARRANTY................................................................................................................135

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1 Using This Manual
This manual contains device usage instructions.
Some illustrations shown in this manual may make reference to modules and optional
equipment that are not included in your system. Contact your sales representative for
availability of other modules and optional tools or accessories.
Conventions
The following conventions are used:
Bold Text
Bold text is used to highlight selectable items such as buttons and menu options.
Example:
Tap OK.
Notes and Important Messages
Notes
A NOTE provides helpful information such as additional explanations, tips, and
comments.
Important
IMPORTANT indicates a situation that, if not avoided, may result in damage to the test
equipment or vehicle.
Hyperlinks
Hyperlinks are available in electronic documents. Blue text indicates a selectable
hyperlink, a website link or an email address link.
Illustrations
Illustrations used in this manual are examples; actual testing screens may vary for each
vehicle being tested. Carefully observe the menu titles and on-screen instructions to
make the right selections.

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Procedure
An arrow icon indicates a procedure.
Example:
To use the camera
Tap the Camera button. The camera screen opens.
Focus the image to be captured in the viewfinder.
Tap the camera icon on the right side of the screen. The viewfinder now shows
the captured picture and auto-saves the taken photo.
Tap the thumbnail image on the top right corner of the screen to view the stored
image.
Tap the Back or Home button to exit the camera application.

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2 General Introduction
The MaxiCOM MK906 Pro/MaxiCOM MK906 Pro-TS (hereinafter referred to as MK906
Pro/MK906 Pro-TS) is an advanced smart wireless diagnostics device providing
specialized automotive diagnostic service for customers. Featuring the powerful
SDM660/SDA660 octa-core processor, an 8.0-inch TFT-LED capacitive touchscreen,
and long-distance wireless communication, based on the multitasking mobile operating
system, and combined with the best possible coverage of OE-level diagnostics, the
MK906 Pro/MK906 Pro-TS performs comprehensive and efficient vehicle diagnostics
and analysis. With the integrated TPMS module, the MK906 Pro-TS also provides
comprehensive TPMS solutions.
There are two main components to the MaxiCOM system:
MaxiCOM System tablet —the central processor and monitor for the system
Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) —the device for accessing vehicle data
This manual describes the construction and operation of both the devices and how they
work together to deliver diagnostic solutions.
MaxiCOM System tablet
Function Description
Figure 2-1 MaxiCOM Tablet, Front View
①8.0-inch LED Capacitive Touchscreen
②Ambient Light Sensor —detects ambient brightness
③Power LED
④Front Camera

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⑤Microphone
⑥TPMS Service Symbol —indicates the position of the embedded TPMS antenna (for
MK906 Pro-TS only)
The power LED displays different colors in response to the following scenarios:
Green: Illuminates green when the tablet is charging and the battery level is above 90%.
Yellow: Illuminates yellow when the tablet is charging and the battery level is below 90%.
Red: Illuminates red when the tablet is powered on and the battery level is below 15%.
Figure 2-2 MaxiCOM Tablet, Back View
①Collapsible Stand —extends from the back to allow hands-free viewing of the tablet
②Rear Camera
③Camera Flash
Figure 2-3 MaxiCOM Tablet, Top View
①DC Power Supply Input Port
②Mini USB Port
③USB Port
④HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface) Port

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⑤Headset Jack (3-band 3.5 mm)
⑥Power/Lock Button —press and hold to turn on/off the tablet, or tap to lock the
screen
Figure 2-4 MaxiCOM Tablet, Bottom View
①TF Card Slot
Power Sources
The tablet can receive power from any of the following sources:
Internal battery pack
AC/DC power supply
Vehicle power supply
Internal Battery Pack
The tablet can be powered with the internal rechargeable battery, which if fully charged
can provide sufficient power for about 14 hours of continuous operation.
AC/DC Power Supply
The tablet can be powered from a wall socket using the AC/DC power adapter. The
AC/DC power supply also charges the internal battery pack.
Vehicle Power Supply
The tablet can be powered from the auxiliary power outlet adapter or other suitable power
port on the vehicle through a direct cable connection. The vehicle power cable connects
to the DC power supply port on the top side of the tablet.

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Technical Specifications
Table 2-1 Technical Specifications
Item
Description
Operating System
Android 10
Processor
Octa-core processor (2.2 GHz Qual high-
performance Kryo cores + 1.8 GHz Qual low-
power Kryo cores)
Memory
4 GB RAM & 128 GB on-board memory
Display
8.0-inch TFT-LED capacitive touch screen with
1920 x 1200 P resolution
Connectivity
Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n)
USB 2.0
Mini USB 2.0
Bluetooth V2.1+EDR, Class 1
HDMI
SD Card (supports up to 32 GB)
Camera
Rear: 16 megapixel, autofocus with flashlight
Front: 16 megapixel
Sensors
Gravity Accelerometer
Ambient Light Sensor (ALS)
Audio Input/Output
Input: microphone
Output: single speakers, 3-band 3.5 mm
stereo/standard headset jack
Power and Battery
11,600 mAh 3.7 V lithium-polymer battery
Charging via 12 V AC/DC power supply
Input Voltage
12 V (9 to 35 V)
Power Consumption
5 W
Operating Temp.
0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temp.
–10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F)
Housing
Strong plastic housing with protective rubber boot
Dimensions (W x H x D)
260 mm (10.0″) x 170 mm (6.9″) x 30 mm (1.4″)
Weight
NW: 0.962 kg (2.12 lb.) (for MK906 Pro-TS)
NW: 0.92 kg (2.03 lb.) (for MK906 Pro)

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Item
Description
Supported Automotive
Protocols
ISO 9142-2, ISO 14230-2, ISO 15765-4, K-Line,
L-Line, Flashing Code, SAE-J1850 VPW, SAE-
J1850 PWM, CAN ISO 11898, High speed, Middle
speed, Low speed and Single wire CAN, GM
UART, UART Echo Byte Protocol, Honda Diag-H
Protocol, TP 2.0, TP 1.6, SAE J1939, SAE J1708,
Fault-Tolerant CAN

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VCI —Vehicle Communication Interface
The wireless diagnostic interface MaxiVCI V200 is a small vehicle communication
interface (VCI) used to connect to a vehicle’s DLC and connect wirelessly with the tablet
for vehicle data transmission.
Function Description
Figure 2-5 MaxiVCI V200 Views
①Flashlight Button
②Power LED
③Connection LED
④Vehicle Data Connector (16-pin) —connects the MaxiVCI V200 to the vehicle’s 16-
pin DLC directly.
⑤USB Port —provides the easiest connection between the device and the tablet via a
USB cable.
Table 2-2 Power LED Description
LED
Color
Description
Power LED
Yellow
The VCI is powered on and performing self-check.
Green
The VCI is ready for use.
Flashing Red
The firmware is updating.
NOTE
The power LED briefly lights yellow each time the device powers on and then lights green
when the device is ready.

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Table 2-3 Connection LED Description
LED
Color
Description
Connection
LED
Green
Solid green: The VCI is connected via USB
cable.
Flashing green: The VCI is communicating via
USB cable.
Blue
Solid blue: The VCI is connected via Bluetooth.
Flashing blue: The VCI is communicating via
Bluetooth.
Technical Specifications
Table 2-4 Technical Specifications
Item
Description
Communications
BLE + EDR
Type-C USB
Wireless Frequency
2.4 GHz
Input Voltage Range
8 V to 30 V DC
Supply Current
150 mA @ 12 V DC
Operating Temp.
0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temp.
–10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F)
Dimensions (L x W x H)
89.89 mm (3.53″) x 46.78 mm (1.84″) x 21 mm (0.82″)
Weight
70.7 g (0.156 lb.)
Built-in Battery
3.7 V lithium battery
Light
White LED
NOTE
The 3.7 V Lithium Battery is used for LED lighting only.

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Accessory Kit
OBDI Adapters (Optional)
The optional OBDI adapters are for Non-OBDII vehicles. The adapter used depends on
the type of vehicle being tested. The most common adapters are shown below.
Table 2-5 Optional OBDI Adapters
Benz-14
PSA-2
Chrysler-16
Mazda-17
BMW-20
Volkswagen/
Audi-2+2
Nissan-14
Benz-38
Kia-20
Mitsubishi/
Hyundai-12+16
Fiat-3

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Other Accessories
Table 2-6 Other Accessories
Type-C USB Cable
Connects the tablet to the VCI.
AC/DC External Power Adapter
Connects the tablet to the external DC power
port for power supply.
Auxiliary Power Outlet Adapter
Provides power to the tablet through the
vehicle’s auxiliary power outlet.
Spare Fuse x 2
A safety device for the auxiliary power outlet
adapter.
USB to Ethernet Adapter
Provides network connection function.

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3 Getting Started
Make sure the tablet has sufficient battery level or is connected to the DC power supply
(see Power Sources on page 5).
NOTE
The images and illustrations depicted in this manual may differ from the actual ones.
Powering Up
Press the Power/Lock button on the top of the tablet to switch on the unit. Swipe up to
unlock and enter the system
Figure 3-1 Sample MK906 Pro Job Menu
Figure 3-2 MK906 Pro-TS Job Menu