Autel MaxiCom MK900 | Diagnostic Tool | Car

General

The manufacturer of the diagnostic device. Useful if you already know which brand works well in your workshop.Brand

Autel

Whether it is a tablet, a standalone handheld unit, a dongle with an app, or an interface for a PC.Type of device

Diagnostic tablet

Which types of vehicles or machines the device supports. An engine tester, for example, will not work on a truck.Vehicle types

• Cars

How many vehicle brands the device can read. The more brands, the more often it can be used in a workshop with a wide range of vehicles.Number of brands

80+ brands

Which parts of the world the supported brands come from. This shows whether American or Chinese vehicles are also covered.Brand origin

• European brands
• Asian brands
• American brands
• Chinese brands

The car brands named in the description. The device may support more brands; coverage varies by model and year.Supported brands

Abarth, Acura, Alfa Romeo, Audi, BAIC, Bentley, BMW, Brilliance, Bugatti, BYD, Chery, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Citroën, Dacia, Daewoo, Daihatsu, Dodge, DS, Emgrand, Fiat, Ford, Foton, Geely, General Motors, Great Wall, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, JAC, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Lancia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lifan, Mahindra, MAN, Maserati, Maxus, Maybach, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG, MINI, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Perodua, Peugeot, Porsche, Proton, Renault, Saab, Scion, Seat, Senova, Skoda, Smart, SsangYong, Subaru, Suzuki, Tata, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Volvo, Zotye

Diagnostics

The device shows sensor readings while the engine is running. This lets you check whether a component is working correctly.Live data

Yes

The device can operate components directly, such as a fan or valve. This allows you to test them without removal.Active tests

Yes

The device recognises the vehicle automatically by its chassis number, saving time searching through menus.Automatic vehicle recognition

Yes

The modern communication methods supported by the device. Newer vehicles often require CAN FD or DoIP.Protocols

• CAN FD
• DoIP

Special functions

Adjusting control unit settings, for example after replacing a component. Required for more than just reading data.ECU coding

Yes

Access to the secure gateway in newer vehicles, such as FCA, Nissan and Renault models. Without this access, clearing codes or coding is often not possible.Secure Gateway (SGW)

Yes

A technician from the manufacturer can view and assist remotely via the internet. Useful for difficult faults.Remote assistance

Yes

Service and maintenance

Resetting the service light and maintenance interval after an oil change. One of the most commonly used functions in a workshop.Oil reset

Yes

Putting the electric handbrake into maintenance mode, for example to replace brake pads.Electronic parking brake (EPB)

Yes

Recalibrating the steering angle sensor after wheel alignment or steering work. Important for ESP and driver assistance systems.Steering angle sensor (SAS)

Yes

Registering a new battery with the vehicle so it charges correctly and lasts longer.Battery registration (BMS)

Yes

Burning off a blocked diesel particulate filter. Often avoids the cost of a new filter.DPF regeneration

Yes

Entering the code of new injectors into the engine control unit so the engine runs correctly after replacement.Injector coding

Yes

Removing air from the ABS braking system after brake work, so the brake feels correct again.ABS bleeding

Yes

Resetting the tyre pressure monitoring system or relearning sensors after a tyre change.Tyre pressure reset (TPMS)

Yes

Resetting the AdBlue system on a diesel vehicle after repair or component replacement.AdBlue reset

Yes

Recalibrating ride height on a vehicle with air suspension after repair.Air suspension calibration

Yes

Hardware

The system the device or app runs on. For a dongle, this determines compatibility with your phone.Operating system

Android 11

The screen size. A larger screen is easier to read, while a smaller device is more convenient in the vehicle.Screen size

8.0 inch

The number of pixels on the screen. The higher this is, the sharper graphs and text appear.Screen resolution

1280 x 800 pixels

The number of cores and the speed of the processor. A faster processor loads menus and scans more quickly.Processor

4-core, 1.8 GHz

How much RAM the device has. More memory helps it run smoothly with demanding software.Memory (RAM)

4 GB

How much space is available for software, vehicle data and reports.Storage

64 GB

The maximum size of a memory card you can add. Useful if you want to store many reports or large amounts of data.Memory expansion

64 GB

How much energy the built-in battery holds. A larger battery lasts longer between charges.Battery capacity

7.700 mAh, 3,7 V lithium-polymeer, ca. 7 uur

Whether the device has Wi-Fi. This allows you to install updates and share reports without a cable.Wi-Fi

Yes

Licence

How long you receive free new software and vehicle coverage. After this, updates often require payment.Free updates

1 year

Dimensions and weight

The length, width and height of the device, showing how well it fits in your hand or toolbox.Dimensions

259.8 x 168.9 x 33.6 mm

How heavy the device is. A light device is more comfortable to hold for long periods.Weight

0.93 kg