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Autel MaxiTPMS TS601 Instruction Manual

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1. Safety Precautions and Warnings
To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the scan
tool, read this instruction manual first and observe the following
safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle:
Always perform diagnosis or service 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: Exhaust gases
are poisonous.
Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle
unattended while running tests.
Use extreme caution 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/electrical
fires nearby.
Put the transmission in PARK (for automatic transmission) or
NEUTRAL (for manual transmission) and make sure the parking
brake is engaged.
Always turn the ignition off before connecting/disconnecting the
OBDII Cable to/from the TPMS tool; otherwise it may cause the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on.
Refer to the user's manual for the vehicle being serviced and
adhere to all diagnostic procedures and precautions. Otherwise
personal injury or unneeded repairs may result.
Keep the TPMS tool dry, clean, free from oil, water and grease.
Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the
TPMS tool when necessary.
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  • Page 1 1. Safety Precautions and Warnings To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and/or the scan tool, read this instruction manual first and observe the following safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle:  Always perform diagnosis or service in a safe environment. ...

  • Page 2: General Information

    2. General Information 2.1 TPMS system review A tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is an electronic system designed to monitor the air pressure inside the pneumatic tires on various types of vehicles. TPMS report real-time tire-pressure information to the driver of the vehicle, either via a gauge, a pictogram display, or a simple low-pressure warning light.
  • Page 3 2.3 TPMS Tell-tale Light When diagnosing TPMS systems, you should understand what the TPMS tell-tale light means. When turning the ignition OFF to ON, the TPMS tell-tale should come on, and then go off, which indicates the system is working fine. If the light stays on, there would be a pressure problem.
  • Page 4 3. Tool Information 3.1 Tool Description SENSOR SLOT – Holds the MX-Sensor needs to be programmed. LCD DISPLAY – Displays the menus and test screens. FUNCTION BUTTONS – Corresponds with “buttons” on screen for executing commands. UP SCROLL BUTTON – Moves up through menu and submenu items in menu mode.
  • Page 5 additional data. It is also used to view previous trouble code when viewing DTCs. N BUTTON – Cancels a selection (or action) from a menu or return to previous menu. LEFT SCROLL BUTTON –When scrolling through a screen of data or text, moves to previous character and views additional information on previous screens if recorded data content covers more than one screen.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    14) POWER PORT – Connects the TPMS tool to the mains with the charger supplied for battery charging. 15) SD CARD SLOT – Holds SD card. 16) OBD II CONNECTOR – Connects the TPMS tool to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC). 3.2 Specifications Display: TFT color display (320 x 240 dpi) Power: 3.7V Li-polymer battery...

  • Page 7: Battery Charging

    CD -- Includes user’s manual, PC Suit, etc. SD Card -- Used to store data. 3.4 Icons 1) “ ” – Indicates battery charging. 2) “ ” -- Indicates there is data stored in the tool. 3) “ ” -- Indicates battery volume. 4) “...
  • Page 8  To charge battery by power adapter. Locate the power port of the device. Connect the device and the power source with the adapter.  To charge battery by USB cable Locate the USB port of the device. Connect the device and the computer with the USB cable. For optimum performance, always keep your tool sufficiently charged.
  • Page 9 Figure 3.1 3.8 System Setting The tool allows you to make the following adjustments and settings. Language: Selects the desired language. Beep Set: Turns on/off key-press beep. ID Format: Sets the ID displaying in Hexadecimal or Decimal. Pressure Unit: Sets the pressure unit in kPa, Psi or Bar. Temperature Unit: Sets the temperature unit in degree Celsius or Fahrenheit.
  • Page 10 Figure 3.2 Language  English is the default language. From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Language, and press the Y button. Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select the desired language and press the Y button to save your selection and return to previous menu.
  • Page 11 From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Beep Set, and press the Y button. From Beep Set menu, use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select ON or OFF to turn on/off the beep.(Figure 3.4) Figure 3.4 Press the Y button to save your selection or the N button to exit without change.
  • Page 12 Press the Y button to save your settings and return to previous menu, or press the N button to exit without change. Pressure Unit From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Pressure Unit, and press the Y button.
  • Page 13 Figure 3.7 Press the Y button to save your settings and return to previous menu, or press the N button to exit without change. Wheels to Test This function allows you to set sensor testing mode in All Wheels or One Wheel. From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Wheels to Test, and press the Y button.
  • Page 14 NOTE: In All Wheels mode, the tool will determine if a duplicate sensor ID has been read. In this case, the tool will display a message “Sensor ID Duplicated.”. In One Wheel mode, the tool will not check the duplication of sensor ID. Distance Unit 1) From System Setting screen, use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Distance Unit, and...
  • Page 15 Figure 3.10 NOTE: Before the tool powers off automatically, it will save all the TPMS test data. Next time when the tool is powered on, you may retrieve the recorded data or return to the last operation. NOTE: When using external power, the scan tool stays on until you turn it off.
  • Page 16 3.9 Product Troubleshooting This part describes problems that you may encounter while using the TPMS tool. Vehicle Linking Error A communication error occurs if the TPMS tool fails to communicate with the vehicle’s ECU (Electronic Control Unit) when running the diagnostic function.
  • Page 17 4. TPMS Check & Diagnostics ® The MaxiTPMS TS601 is a new generation TPMS diagnostic & service tool specially designed to activate all known OEM/Universal TPMS sensors, and provide users with direct access to the vehicle’s ECU through OBDII connection, thus allowing users to reprogram sensor IDs, retrieve/clear TPMS DTCs, read live data and perform special functions, helping technicians to quickly find out faulty TPMS and turn off MILs.
  • Page 18 Figure 4.1 From the vehicle make screen, select a specific vehicle brand and press the Y button. (Figure 4.2) Figure 4.2 Observe the menu title and use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select by model and year to identify the vehicle being tested. ...
  • Page 19 Select by Model: Figure 4.3 Select by Year: Figure 4.4 For some vehicles an option screen will show up to let users choose between 4 Wheels and 5 Wheels test mode. Figure 4.5...
  • Page 20  Depending on the test mode (All Wheels or One Wheel), results are displayed in different manners. All Wheels Mode In this mode, the screen will display as below (Figure 4.6). Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select a desired wheel and press the TEST button to activate sensor.
  • Page 21 The tool will do TPMS test in a sequence of FL (Front Left), FR (Front Right), RR (Rear Right), LR (Rear Left) and SPARE, if the vehicle has the option for the spare. Or, you can use the UP/DOWN or LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to move to the desired wheel for testing.
  • Page 22 Once the sensor is successfully activated and decoded, the tool will display as below with a beep. (Figure 4.11) Figure 4.10 Figure 4.11 Once the first sensor test is completed, the screen will remain for 3 seconds for data viewing and then automatically switch to next sensor test.
  • Page 23 TABLE 1 POSSIBLE RESULTS FOR TESTING Icon Test Results Description √ Successful TPMS sensor is successfully activated and Sensor Read decoded. The tool displays the sensor information. Failed Sensor If the search period expires and no sensor is Read activated or decoded, it may be caused by wrong sensor fitting or non-functioning sensor.
  • Page 24  If the TPMS sensor requires a magnet, place the magnet over the stem and then place the tool alongside the stem, and press the TEST button. Figure 4.12  If the TPMS sensor requires tire deflation (of the order of 10PSI), then deflate the tire and place the tool alongside the stem while pressing the TEST button.
  • Page 25 Figure 4.14  Sensor activation can be aborted at any time by pressing the N button. When the activation is aborted, the screen will return to the previous menu.  By pressing the Y button, you may review information of all sensors tested.
  • Page 26 [Pos] – Indicates the wheel sensor position. [ID-H/D] – Shows sensor ID data. [KPa/Psi/Bar] – Indicates tire pressure. [°C/°F] – Indicates tire temperature. [BAT] – Indicates battery condition. [Mode] – Defines tire sensor working mode or status. [Modulation] – Indicates sensor signal amplitude. B.
  • Page 27 Figure 4.18 If user is going to retest the sensor, a prompt will come up asking for your confirmation. Figure 4.19 Select “Yes” to delete all test records and enter test mode. Or select “No” to reserve the previous data and check the remaining untested sensors.
  • Page 28 Connect the TPMS tool to the vehicle’s DLC with the OBD II cable. Press the POWER button to turn on the tool. Turn the ignition on but do not start the engine. Make sure the testing mode is set to All Wheels mode in System Setting.
  • Page 29 The TPMS Diagnosis function allows user to write IDs to vehicle, read IDs from vehicle, read/clear TPMS codes, read TPMS live data, perform active test and special functions. The TPMS Sensor Information enables retrieval of the sensor make, OEM part no., and relearn information. The TPMS Diagnosis function varies by vehicle being tested.
  • Page 30 Figure 4.23 Once the sensor IDs are successfully written, a confirm screen will show up. Press any key to continue the TPMS diagnostic procedure. (Figure 4.24) Figure 4.24 NOTE: The sensor writing procedure may vary for different vehicles being serviced. Please follow the onscreen instruction and take appropriate measures and selections to complete the process.
  • Page 31 Figure 4.25 IMPORTANT: Make sure to turn the ignition off before connecting /disconnecting the OBDII Cable to/from the TPMS tool; otherwise it may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to turn on. B. Read IDs from Vehicle From the TPMS Diagnosis Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the Read IDs from Vehicle, and press the Y button.
  • Page 32 C. Read Codes 1) From the TPMS Diagnosis Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the Read Codes, and press the Y button. (Figure 4.22) 2) The tool will display TPMS DTCs retrieved from the vehicle’s ECU for your viewing. Select “Save” to store data for future review, or press “N”...
  • Page 33 If the erase command is sent successfully, the screen will show as below (Figure 4.29). Press any button to continue. To make sure codes are erased clearly, run Read Codes again. Figure 4.29 E. Live Data This function not only allows you to read the live data but also lets you record live data for later review.
  • Page 34 The tool will display a list of all live sensor data. (Figure 4.31) Figure 4.31  Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Save” to store the retrieved live data for later playback or printing. (Figure 4.31)  Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Stop Save” to stop saving data and resume live sensor data retrieving.
  • Page 35  If the “One Graphic” option is highlighted when a specific item is selected, the graphic information is available. (Figure 4.32)  When the sensor data is shown in graph, the tool offers two more options: Two Graphics and Merge Graphic. The first option can display two graphs on the same screen (Figure 4.33), and the last option can merge the two graphs into one.
  • Page 36 Figure 4.35 Custom List To retrieve customized live sensor data, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Custom List from Live Data and press the Y button. (Figure 4.30) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to move to the desired item and press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Select”.
  • Page 37 Press the N button to return to the previous menu. F. Active Test From the TPMS Diagnosis Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Active Test, and press the Y button. (Figure 4.22) The tool will display a list of available active tests for the vehicle being tested.
  • Page 38 G. Special Function From the TPMS Diagnosis Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Special Function, and press the Y button. (Figure 4.22) The tool will display a list of available special functions for the vehicle being tested. (Figure 4.39). NOTE: The Special Function menu may vary for different vehicles being serviced.
  • Page 39 Figure 4.40 Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “ON” or “OFF” to turn ON/OFF the TPMS on the vehicle. (Figure 4.41) Figure 4.41 Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Back” to return to the previous screen. H. ECU Part Number 1) To retrieve ECU part number, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select ECU Part Number function item from the TPMS Diagnosis Menu.
  • Page 40 Figure 4.42 Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Esc” to return to previous menu. 4.3 Audit Report After the user finished the TPMS test, the tool is capable of presenting all of its stored TPMS data in a HTML file when connected to a PC via an USB cable.
  • Page 41 Figure 4.43...
  • Page 42 The scan tool is easy-to-use with a proven efficiency and guaranteed accurate results. NOTE: Programming function will only work with Autel’s MX-Sensor. There are two types of MX-Sensor, one in orange color with 433MHz frequency, one in dark gray color with 315MHz frequency.
  • Page 43 From the vehicle make screen, select a specific vehicle brand and press the Y button. Figure 5.2 Observe the menu option and use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select by model and year to identify the vehicle being tested. NOTE: Please pay attention to the frequency used in the vehicle.
  • Page 44 Select by Year: Figure 5.4 For some vehicles (like Chrysler), an option screen will show up allowing users to choose between 4 Wheels and 5 Wheels test mode before accessing the activation screen. Figure 5.5 Use the UP/DOWN scroll button and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select MX-Sensor.
  • Page 45 Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the wheel which needs to be programmed. Figure 5.7 Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Auto Create to create a new random sensor ID. Figure 5.8 Insert the correct MX-Sensor into the sensor slot as displayed below: Figure 5.9...
  • Page 46 NOTE: Please pay attention to the MX-Sensor type displayed in the screen and insert the correct MX-Sensor. Inserting incorrect MX-Sensor will cause programming failure. 10) Press the Y button to write in the new created sensor ID to the MX-Sensor, and the screen will show as below (Figure 5.10), or the N button to exit without change.
  • Page 47 Figure 5.13 Press “OK” to return to the previous screen, and a sensor mark will appear on the right side of the screen, indicating the wheel sensor has been programmed. Figure 5.14 The “Programmed” option is available when selecting the programmed wheel sensor.
  • Page 48 After all required MX-Sensor is programmed, please select Write IDs to Vehicle in Relearn function, refer to 4.2 TPMS Relearn for details. 5.2 Manual Create This function allows user to manually enter sensor IDs. Users can enter the random ID or the original sensor ID, if it’s available. NOTE: Do not enter the same ID for each sensor.
  • Page 49 Use the left FUNCTION button to select “Backspace” to remove the entered character. Use the middle FUNCTION button to select “Pre.” to move the cursor to the previous character. Use the right FUNCTION button to finish the input and the screen will display a message requiring the user for confirmation.
  • Page 50 5.3 Copy by OBD This function allows user to write in the saved sensor information to MX-Sensor after performing Read IDs from Vehicle in Relearn function. Follow the steps 1 to 7 in 5.1 Auto Create to select MX-Sensor to enter the Programming function. The OBD mark will appear on the right side of the screen.
  • Page 51 Figure 5.22 Select MX-Sensor and a trigger mark will appear on the right side of the screen. Figure 5.23 Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select the corresponding wheel, press the Y button and then the “Copy by Activation” option will appear on the screen. Figure 5.24...
  • Page 52 Select Copy by Activation, insert the correct MX-Sensor into the sensor slot, and then press the Y button to start programming retrieved sensor information MX-Sensor. If the user had performed both the Read IDs from Vehicle function and the trigger function, the scan tool will use the sensor information retrieved by the trigger function to program the MX-Sensor as default priority.
  • Page 53 6. OBDII Diagnostics The OBD II Diagnostics function is a fast-access option that allows you to carry out a quick test on the engine system of OBD II-compliant vehicles. When more than one vehicle control module is detected by the scan tool, you will be prompted to select the module where the data may be retrieved.
  • Page 54 the vehicle. Contact your local distributor or our technical supports. 7） View a summary of system status (MIL status, DTC counts, Monitor status) on screen. (Figure 6.1 ) Figure 6.1  If more than one module is detected, you will be prompted to select a module before testing.
  • Page 55 Figure 6.3 2) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Stored Codes, Pending Codes or Permanent Codes from the Read Codes menu and press the Y button. (Figure 6.4 ) Figure 6.4 A screen of trouble codes will appear. If more than one DTC is found, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to check all the codes.
  • Page 56 6.2 Erase Codes  This function is performed with key on engine off (KOEO). Do not start the engine. Use the UP/DOWN scroll buttons to select Erase Codes from Diagnostics Menu and press the Y button. (Figure 6.3) A confirm screen will show up. Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Yes”...
  • Page 57 6.3 Live Data In this function, you can not only read the live data but also retrieve data for later review. To view live data, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Live Data from Diagnostic Menu and press the Y button. (Figure 6.3) Wait a few seconds while the scan tool validates the PID MAP.
  • Page 58 Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select a specific item or use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to turn to next page. (Figure 6.10) Figure 6.10 Custom List To view customized PID data, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Custom List from Live Data menu and press the Y button.
  • Page 59 Press the Y button to view selected PIDs on screen. (Figure 6.12) Figure 6.12 Press the N button to return to previous menu. 6.4 Freeze Frame To view freeze frame data, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Freeze Frame from Diagnostic Menu and press the Y button.
  • Page 60 Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Save” to record freeze frame to Review Data for later playback or printing. A confirming message “Save success!” shows on the screen and press any key to continue. 6.5 Retrieving I/M Readiness Status Some latest vehicle models may support two types of I/M Readiness tests: A.
  • Page 61 Figure 6.14 Use the UP/DOWN scroll button, as necessary, to view the status of the MIL light (“ON” or “OFF”) and the monitors. Figure 6.15 5) If the vehicle supports readiness test of “This Drive Cycle”, a screen of the following displays: (Figure 6.16) Figure 6.16...
  • Page 62 6) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button for more PIDs if additional information is available for more than one page. Or use the LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to view PIDs in the previous/next page. 7) Press the N button to return to previous menu. 6.6 O2 Monitor Test Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select O2 Monitor Test from Diagnostic Menu and press the Y button.
  • Page 63 Select a specific item and press the Y button to view test value, maximum value, minimum value, and determine if it is OK. (Figure 6.19) Figure 6.19 Press the corresponding FUNCTION button “Save” to store to Review Data for later playback and print or press the N button to return to previous menu.
  • Page 64 Figure 6.21 A list of specific monitoring systems appears. Select one of the items and press the Y button. (Figure 6.22) Figure 6.22 A screen of test results shows up. (Figure 6.23) Figure 6.23 Press the N button to return to previous menu.
  • Page 65 6.8 Component Test 1) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Component Test from Diagnostic Menu and press the Y button. (Figure 6.3) 2) Wait for the scan tool to display the Component Test menu. (Figure 6.24) Figure 6.24 3) If the test has been initiated by the vehicle, a confirmation message will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 66 Figure 6.26 4) Wait a few seconds or press any key to return to previous screen. 6.9 Viewing Vehicle Information This function enables retrieval of Vehicle ID No. (VIN), Calibration ID Nos. (CINs), Calibration Verification Nos. (CVNs), In-use Performance Tracking, and ECU Name. 1) From the Diagnostic Menu, use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Vehicle Info.
  • Page 67 Figure 6.28 4) Follow the same procedures to retrieve Calibration ID, Calibration Verification No., In-use Performance Tracking and ECU Name. 6.10 Modules Present 1) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select Modules Present from Diagnostic Menu and press the Y button. (Figure 6.3) 2) View modules present with their IDs and communication protocols.
  • Page 68 7. RKE & RF Monitor Today's keyless remotes -- also known as key fobs -- make life easier. But when your key fob stops working or starts to perform sporadically, it will be particularly frustrating. Check your key fob to make sure it is in top condition so it will work when you really need Since a key fob is attuned to a special frequency that is only detected by the car for which it was issued, you will need to use your vehicle...
  • Page 69  The stronger the signal, the higher the beep tone.  The tool only tests 315MHz and 433MHz key fobs. Press the N button to return to previous menu.
  • Page 70 8. Review Data The Review Data function allows user to view and print out saved data of the latest TPMS diagnostic recordings and all diagnostic data retrieved from the ECUs of the OBD II-compliant vehicles by the service tool. Use the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT scroll button to select Review Data from Main Screen (Figure 3.1), and wait for the review data menu to appear.(Figure 8.1) Use the UP/DOWN scroll button to select TPMS or OBDII...
  • Page 71 A list of retrieved sensor IDs will show on the screen. Figure 8.3  Print --- Select this function to print out the data on screen. For detailed instructions, refer to 9.1 Print Data.  Delete --- Use the RIGHT scroll button to delete the selected data.
  • Page 72 9. Print and Update To print out retrieved data or update software, you will need the followings:  TS601 tool with SD card inserted  PC or laptop with USB ports  USB cable 9.1 Print Data The Print Data function allows printing out data retrieved by the service tool by connecting the scan tool to a PC or laptop with the USB cable supplied.
  • Page 73 On the Sign In page, input your account ID and other information to log in, if you already have an account. If you are a new member to Autel and do not have an account yet, click the Create Autel ID button on the left side.
  • Page 74 Update via SD card Remove the SD card from the tool and connect it with computer. Follow the update procedure to finish updating. Run Autel Update in the PC Suit program. Wait for the Log In window to pop up. (Figure 9.2)
  • Page 75 Figure 9.2 Enter your Autel ID and password and wait for the Update window to display. If you forget your password unintentionally, you may always click the [Forget Password?] to link to our website and get your password back. In the Update window, select the items you want to install.
  • Page 76 Click on the Select All checkbox on the right side of screen and all updatable items will be selected automatically. Then click the Update Selected Items button on the right side of screen. Check the updating process by observing the upper left progress bar [Downloads] and upper right progress bar [Installs].
  • Page 77 computer. It is now updated and ready to go. For users who choose to update by SD card, please insert the SD card into the scan tool, and switch on the TPMS tool. It’s now updated and ready to go. ...
  • Page 78 install again. Theoretically, all programs of the latest versions will be automatically compatible with the older versions, but if your TPMS tool does have a compatibility problem and need to retrieve the older version for some programs, please delete the new versions first then install the older version again.
  • Page 79 10. Compliance Information FCC COMPLIANCE FCC ID:WQ83017501601 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 80: Limited One Year Warranty

    11. Warranty and Service 11.1 Limited One Year Warranty Autel warrants to its customers that this product will be free from all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, subject to the following terms and...