The Locksmith Journal Jul/Aug 2020 - Issue 69 | Page 68

AUTO LOCKSMITHS A guide to the IM608 All lost key programming for Audi A3 Introduction Looking for some help with your Autel tools? This guide will cover all lost key programming using your Autel IM608 Pro, IM608 or IM508 for Audi A3. So, let’s get cracking. IM608 tool capabilities One of the main advantages of the IM608 and IM608 Pro is their versatility with a wide array of vehicles. The tool is capable of vehicle diagnostics, including programming and erasing keys for most brands from Audi to Volkswagen and Opels, or if you’re British, Vauxhalls. It offers almost complete coverage of Europe, Asia and the US. 1 2 1. Plug your Autel device into the Audi A3’s OBD2 Port. 3. Click ‘Audi’ under the list of European cars. 3 2. Select IMMO once you have powered on your device and typed in your password. Audi A3 This brief guide will explain how to program keys for an Audi A3, in a lost or stolen keys situation. The shorthand version is: IMMO-> Audi ->A3 /Q3 /S£ /RS£ / TT (MQB beta) ->2015-> All keys lost. We’ll cover each step in this guide. Things you’ll need to program an Audi A3 2015: • IM608 Pro, IM608 or, an IM508 with additional Autel XP400 Key Programmer • Blank MQB Key original or aftermarket • Network connection required via mobile tethering, WIFI or Ethernet cable. 4 5 4. Choose ‘Advanced Mode’ on your IM608. A disclaimer will pop up simply, select agree. 5. Decide your Model, in this case A3 (2018), as shown below. While Autel do not charge for the majority of jobs, there are charges associated with mainly VAG group vehicles. So, if you’re working on these vehicles, you will need a PayPal account set up, which is easy to do through their website or the PayPal App. Continued on page 70 68 JUL/AUG 2020 locksmithjournal.co.uk Issue Takeover Magazine Sponsor