Autel MaxiScan MS509 OBD-II/EOBD Scanner

Product Description

The MaxiScan OBDII/EOBD Scanner supports all nine OBDII test modes on all OBDII compliant vehicles to enable technicians to accurately diagnose even the toughest problems. Sophisticated yet easy-to-use, this ergonomic scan tool displays live O2 sensor test data and reads live PCM data stream. It features multilingual menu, large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen and displays DTC definitions on unit screen. This scanner retrieves vehicle information, identifies pending codes, views freeze frame data and easily determines the cause of the Check Engine Light. This scanner comes with built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and is software upgradeable via internet. It performs modules present test, reads, stores as well as playbacks live sensor data and prints data via PC.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3110 in Automotive
• Size: Medium
• Color: Red housing with blue rubber boot
• Brand: Autel
• Model: MS509

Features

• Retrieves generic and manufacturer specific Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), features built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library and software is upgradeable via Internet
• Features large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen, a multilingual menu and DTC definitions and standard 16-pin OBD-II connectivity; no additional cables are needed
• Contains advanced functionality including: live PCM datastream, live O2 sensor test data, graphs data (1996 and newer), memory backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis, and USB printing
• Supports the CAN (Controller Area Network) protols and all other current OBD-II protocols
• Works with all OBD-II/EOBD compliant U.S., European and Asian vehicles (OBD-II is standard on all cars sold in U.S. post-1996)

Amazon.com Product Description
Autel's MaxiScan MS509 OBD-II/EOBD Scanner is designed to enable automotive technicians and advanced do-it-yourselfers to diagnose even the toughest problems quickly and accurately by providing easy, dependable access to Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and definitions for OBD-II/EOBD compliant vehicles, as well as additional advance diagnostic features not found in other scanners.

OBD-II is the second generation of an onboard automotive diagnostic standard that has been a mandatory requirement for all vehicles sold in the US since 1996, both domestic and imports. EOBD is its European counterpart, required in Europe on gasoline models since 2000 and diesel models since 2003. But this comprehensive vehicle coverage is not all that the MS509 offers. It is also affordably priced and comes with several advanced features. Just a few of these are: Powertrain Contol Module (PCM) datastream for engine and drive train systems optimization, live O₂ sensor data for emissions issues, and the ability to save data for later review, analysis and printing via USB cable. Together these make the Autel MS509 an excellent investment for any garage, or enterprising individual in the market for a diagnostic tool, regardless of makes and models.

Complete Features:

• Works with all 1996 and later OBD-II compliant US, European and Asian vehicles
• Easily determines the cause of the Check Engine Light
  
• Retrieves generic (P0, P2, P3, and U0) and manufacturer specific (P1, P3, and U1) codes
• Turns off Check Engine Light, clears codes and resets monitors
• Displays DTC definitions on unit screen
• Views freeze frame data
• Displays monitor and I/M readiness status (emissions)
• Identifies pending codes
• Reads live PCM datastream
• Displays live O₂ sensor test data
• Graphs data – (1996 and newer)
• Reads, stores and plays back live sensor data
• Memory/battery backup for off-vehicle data review and analysis
• Multilingual menu and DTC definitions--- English, Spanish, French, German
  
• Retrieves vehicle information (VIN, CIN and CVN)
• Supports CAN (Controller Area Network) and all other current OBD-II protocols
• Built-in OBD-II DTC lookup library
• Large easy-to-read backlit LCD screen
• Software upgradeable via Internet
• Prints data to PC via included USB cable
• Utilizes standard 16-pin OBD-II connector; no additional connectors or cables are necessary

Customer Reviews

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Does basic scan, freeze frame and live scan. Can't access many functions on Toyota Sienna 2003 CAN/OBD2/eobd -- some say not supported and others command sent then nothing. Live scan has some graphing, but does not save for exporting to PC computer. Printing to computer is also questionable. Doesn't seem reliable or no codes found, could be that no data was exported because no codes were found (should say so it that's the case). Should export data for graphing but does not export from scanner to PC. Oxygen sensor voltage readings were questionable (said okay, but low V reading of 0.00V, no min or max range given). Autel has one year warranty, but how to service is questionable. No one answered by email on questions on the scanner. Manual does has many gaps in it. Harbor Tool and Freight has the same unit under there brand but with a 90 day warranty. Consider the basic reader with freeze frame MS409 for $40 less.