Autel has issued a major software release for its commercial-vehicle diagnostic tablet, the MaxiSYS 909CV.

The software release extends coverage for basic and advanced diagnostics, including performing active tests and special functions, to 2023 for North America’s most popular light-, medium -and heavy-duty vehicles, including the best-selling vehicles in the country so far this year: the Ford F-Series, the Chevy Silverado and the Ram pickup, according to Autel.

This 909CV software release also includes trucks, buses and SUVs from GMC, Hyundai, Kia, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Toyota and Volkswagen.

Coverage highlights include:

Chevrolet

• Diagnostics – Read/erase codes, view and graph live data, and perform active tests for Colorado (2022), Express (2022), S-10 (2023), Suburban (2022-2023), Tahoe (2022-2023), Traverse (2022, 2023) and Trailblazer (2023).
• Service functions– ABS, SRS, cylinder, VGT learn, clutch and ACC are included in the update. 

Dodge

• Diagnostics – AutoScan 2.0 (providing faster all-systems scan), read/erase codes, view and graph live data, and perform active tests for the following 2022-2023 RAM models: D2-3500 pickup, DD-Ram 3500 cab chassis, DF-Ram 3500 Cab Chassis10K, DJ-Ram 2500, DP-Ram 4500/5500, DS-Ram 1500, DT-Ram 1500, and DX-Ram. 
• The VF (ProMaster) (2022-2023) and VM (ProMaster City) (2022) also received updates to their diagnostic coverage.

Ford

• Diagnostics – AutoScan 2.0 (providing faster all-systems scan), system topology, read/erase codes, view and graph live data, and perform active test for Blue Bird C-Class Vision (2012 through 2020), E-Series (2023), Explorer (2023), F-150 (2022-2023), F-650/F-750 (2023), Ranger (2022), Tourneo Connect (2002 through 2009) and Transit (2022).
• Services – Adds ABS, SRS, BMS, brake bleed, DPF regen, EPB, SAS, throttle body, TPMS relearn and WIN DR ROOF for Escape (2020-2022), Explorer (2020-2022), F-150 (2021-2022), F-Series Super Duty (2020-2022), Ranger (2019-2022), Transit (2019-2022) and Transit Connect (2019-2022).

GMC 

• Diagnostics – Read/erase codes, view and graph live data, and perform active tests for Canyon (2022), Yukon (2022), Yukon XL (2022), Savana (2022), Hummer (2022) and Acadia (2023).
• Services – Adds seven service functions: ABS, SRS, cylinder, VGT learn, clutch, HV battery and ACC for the vehicles listed above. 

Hyundai

• Diagnostics – Read/erase codes, view live data and ECU information, perform active test and special functions for the  Santa Fe (CM), Santa Fe (DM) and Santa Fe (SM). Systems supported include engine, transmission, ABS, ESP, SRS, BCM, smart key, EPB, 4WD, A/C and EPS.

Toyota

• Diagnostics – AutoScan 2.0 (providing faster all-systems scan), read/erase codes, view and graph live data, and perform active test for 2023 Tundra, and Tundra HEV
• Services – Adds functions including ABS, SRS, automatic start/stop, clutch, EGR, VGT learn, VIN and A/F setting, manual oil reset, manual throttle matching and manual brake bleed on vehicles up to 2023. 

Software updates are free for the first year after tablet activation. Total Care Program subscriptions, which include one year of software updates and limited hardware warranty, can be purchased from an authorized Autel dealer or directly through the tablet.

Autel introduced the MaxiSYS MS909CV more than two years ago. The advanced commercial-vehicle diagnostic tablet is compatible with more than 80 U.S., Asian and European light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicle brands, according to the company. Autel added coverage for construction and agriculture vehicles in late December 2022, including coverage for Caterpillar- and Cummins-engine vehicles.

The 9.7-inch wireless tablet performs extensive vehicle diagnostics, including the ability to read/erase codes (active and inactive codes), view and graph live data and perform active tests as well as special functions, Autel says. The tablet offers an extensive service menu and includes ADAS-calibration software for multiple vehicle classes. The included MaxiBAS B200 battery, starting and charging system tester and alligator clamps, and multimeter and amp clamp, enable extensive analysis.