Autel MK808S vs Kingbolen K7 Diagnostic Tool Comparison

When choosing a professional-grade OBD2 diagnostic scanner, the Autel Maxicom MK808S and Kingbolen K7 are two strong contenders in a similar price range. Both tools offer advanced features for vehicle diagnostics, but they differ in hardware, software and usability. Below is a detailed comparison to help you decide which one suits your needs.     Specifications Feature Autel MK808S Kingbolen K7 … Read more Autel MK808S vs Kingbolen K7 Diagnostic Tool Comparison

Autel MK808S Review: Professional Diagnostics on a Budget (2025)

The Autel MaxiCOM MK808S is a handheld diagnostic tool designed to provide professional-level vehicle diagnostics at a competitive price point. This review explores its features, performance, and usability based on hands-on testing.   Unboxing and Setup The Autel MK808S comes with a straightforward package: A charger An OBD cable No additional accessories, though a hard case … Read more Autel MK808S Review: Professional Diagnostics on a Budget (2025)

Autel MK808S Review: Pro-Level Car Diagnostics at Half the Price

The Autel MaxiCOM MK808S is a powerful diagnostic tool that offers professional-grade features without the hefty price tag. After extensive use, it’s clear why this device stands out in the crowded market of car scanners. Here’s a detailed review of its features, performance, and why it might be the perfect tool for your needs.     Key … Read more Autel MK808S Review: Pro-Level Car Diagnostics at Half the Price

Autel MK808S Reset Nissan Note E12 IMMO after ECU Replacement

This Nissan Note E12 has just replaced the ECU, so there’s a fault code on the car: “P1611 – ID IDSCORD, IMMU-ECM”. Today I’m gonna use Autel MaxiCOM MK808S to reset its immobilizer to fix the error.     Click “NATS”. Turn ignition switch on, then press Yes. After replacing operation >> Replace ECM(used part)   … Read more Autel MK808S Reset Nissan Note E12 IMMO after ECU Replacement

Autel MK808Z Enable Mercedes Engine Start After Crash Event

How to enable Mercedes-Benz engine start after crash event/accident with Autel MK808S diagnostic scanner? Once you have changed the pyro fuse, the next step will be to clear the crash data. This is guide you to reset the system step by step.   Diagnosis >> Control unit >> Unit of drive >> ECM(Engine Control Unit) >> … Read more Autel MK808Z Enable Mercedes Engine Start After Crash Event

Autel MK808S Reset Volvo Transmission Fluid Change Counter

Just did the transmission fluid change in this Volvo, we now need to tell the TCM that it has new fluid. So we’re going to go ahead and do that real quick. You’ll need a bidirectional scanner like Autel MaxiCOM MK808S, not just an OBD2 reader. Cause it’ll work on many different kinds of active … Read more Autel MK808S Reset Volvo Transmission Fluid Change Counter

Autel MK808S Review: Easily Fix Your Car & Do Resets

Are you looking for an easy to use scan tool? This is it – Autel MaxiCOM MK808S diagnostic scanner. It’s amazing. I had a problem with my Ford Edge, so I decided to get this scanner and figure out exactly what was going on. Because we had replaced parts and it didn’t work.   Unboxing Review … Read more Autel MK808S Review: Easily Fix Your Car & Do Resets

How to do Steering Angle Sensor Calibration with Autel MK808S?

Today I’ll show how to use Autel MaxiCOM MK808S to do steering angle sensor(SAS) calibration for this car. We can see the SAS traction light is on when I start the car. And this car also got a “Steering Angle Sensor(SAS) fault”, that’s the problem I’m gonna solve.     Special function >> Function check sequence … Read more How to do Steering Angle Sensor Calibration with Autel MK808S?

Fixed: Autel MK808 “Maxis Data Have Been Destroyed” Issue

Problem: My Autel MK808 kept saying this when programming on vehicle: “Maxis data have been destroyed. In order to fix exception, device will reboot after 5s later…”   What’s the matter? Please advice.   Solution Delete “Vehicle” folder under: ES File -> Scan -> Vehicle; Re-download Vehicle app. If the above methods do not work, restore … Read more Fixed: Autel MK808 “Maxis Data Have Been Destroyed” Issue

Solved: Autel MK808S/MK808Z-BT/MP808Z-TS No Storage to Update

Problem: My Autel MK808S prompted to upgrade, but it kept getting stuck in the interface and downloading over an hour. I got a warning:   “L’apparell ne disposant pas de sulfisamment d’espace de stockage pour installer I’application. Cliquez sur ok pour gerer I” (The device does not have enough storage space to install the application. Click ok … Read more Solved: Autel MK808S/MK808Z-BT/MP808Z-TS No Storage to Update