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Autel DS808K ODBII Diagnostic Scan Tool Review With New Features

A review of the Autel DS808K OBD2 diagnostic scan tool with new features as of June 1st 2022.

A review of the Autel DS808K OBD2 diagnostic scan tool with new features as of June 1st 2022. The DS808K is a diagnostic scan tool kit with full bidirectional control and with a full set of OBD1 adapters. This scan tool has the same features and functionality as the larger 906, but in the 808 line of scan tools. It’s been about two years since I featured an Autel scanner on this channel and it was a nice change to finally get to use one again. Autel scanners have always been at the top of the food chain for imported scan tools and this one is no different. This tool is very powerful with it’s complete full bidirectional control ability and it’s software that is relatively free of glitches. It just works, and it works smoothly! On June 1st 2022 Autel sent out a full line of updates for the 808 family of scan tools. This particular model of 808 has always had the same functionality as the 906 but it did gain the ability to be compatible with FCA “Auto Auth” which is needed for some functions when working on 2018 and newer Fiat / Chrysler Automobiles. If you want to have have full access to those vehicles, you will need a scan tool compatible with “Auto Auth” and this tool has that ability. It also gained the “Digital Inspection” function which is the ability to operate the Autel MV105/108 digital inspection camera directly on this scan tool. If you’re in the market for a very capable full bidirectional control scan tool that runs smoothly with no glitches, be sure to take a good look at the Autel DS808K.

More specs listed below: (also listed in the video)

AUTEL DS808K SPECS

  • 1 Year manufacturer warranty.
  • 12 Months (1 year) free software and firmware updates.
  • Updates after the free period is over are $280 per year. (at time of this video)
  • Device retains full functionality at is current software level if you decide to not buy future updates.
  • Cortex-A9 processor 1.6 GHz processor.
  • 64GB storage and 1GB Ram.
  • 5000 mAh battery.
  • 7-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen.

NEW for DS808 as of June 1st 2022

  • “Auto Auth” for FCA vehicles.
  • Digital Inspection function to be used with AUTEL MV105/108 digital inspection cameras.

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Foxwell NT809 Scan Tool Review. Automotive OBDII Scanner With Bidirectional Control, ABS Brake Bleed

Foxwell NT809 Scan Tool Review. Automotive OBDII Scanner With Bidirectional Control, ABS Brake Bleed

A review of the Foxwell NT809 automotive diagnostic scan tool. This is a mid-level, pro grade scan tool with bidirectional control (also called actuation tests) that will pretty much handle about 99% of things that you could need to repair your own vehicle. It is very well built, it has a nice bright touch screen, with a kickstand on the back, and it’s very intuitive to use. If you can operate a modern day smartphone, then you should be able to easily operate this tool. The included, printed owner’s manual is very well written, easy to read, and includes definitions for all abbreviation that are found on the scan tool. This is handy for users who may not be familiar with all the abbreviations and/or acronyms used in the auto repair world. This Foxwell NT809 scan tool comes with a hard formed canvas case with a handle, the scan tool itself, the OBDII cable, the charger cable with USB-A to USB-C, owner’s manual, and quick start guide.

I did notice the OBDII cable is a tad shorter than I would like, but inexpensive OBDII extension cables can be found all over the internet. In fact, I believe all corded OBDII scan tools could benefit from an extension cable regardless of how long the included cable may be. This way you can easily move about the vehicle while staying connected during auto repairs. Also, I noticed the tool does not come with a power brick (charger). Again, not a big deal because by now, most people probably already have a bunch of these laying around from other devices…. But I still feel it should’ve been included with the tool.

Bottom line, I’ve used many different brands and models of automotive scanners…. This tool seemed very well built and very easy to use. The software was intuitive and functioned smoothly. If you’re in the market for a mid-level pro grade scan tool with bidirectional control, be sure to put this one on your consideration list.

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How To Bleed ABS Brakes, DIY Power Brake Bleeder, Pressure Bleeder, Ford Crown Victoria, Or ANY Car.

How to make your own power bleeder to bleed ABS brakes on any car.

I show how I made a DIY power pressure brake bleeder to finish bleeding the brakes on a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. After running the automated bleed process on my OBDII scan tool I still needed to finish manually bleeding the brake lines and finish removing all the air from the brake system. This homemade power bleeder worked absolutely terrific for me with no problems at all. Nice firm pedal, no mushy pedal here! Again, I used this power bleeder ALONG WITH an OBDII scan tool to completely bleed the trapped air out of the ABS module. I have found that I need both (scan tool and power bleeder) to completely remove all air from the brake system. Your mileage may vary, however.

The vehicle that I used this tool to bleed was a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria but this method should work on just about any make/model of vehicle as long as you have the correct master cylinder adapter.

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Auto Bleed ABS Brakes With Your Smartphone – Autel AP200C Scan / Service Tool

The Autel AP200C is a OBDII dongle based device and is designed to be used with your smartphone (Android or Apple). This is the ONLY OBDII dongle system/software that I have found that will allow you to auto bleed ABS brakes. In fact, I believe at the time of this video, this is the only smartphone/dongle system that will allow ANY form of bi-directional control at all. Up to this point, all these OBDII dongle systems available on the internet only display codes and live data, with no bi-directional control offered. This device is also a standard code reader with live data and will reset / clear check engine lights. The Autel AP200C along with the MaxiAP200 smartphone app is a complete code reader and scan tool with ABS Auto Bleed, Airbag Resets, Oil, Throttle, DPF, EPB, SAS, BMS Services, ABS/SRS capability.

The YouTube video for this new device below:

New ABS auto bleed device Autel AP200C

Most affordable and convenient way to auto bleed your ABS brake module.

I did a video about auto bleeding ABS brakes with an affordable scan tool back in February of 2018. (link below) At that time it was the cheapest option for auto bleeding with a scan tool. Now, almost three years later, I have discovered this new device which makes it even more affordable, and even more convenient as it’s used with your cell phone instead of another stand alone device.

My previous video for auto-bleeding ABS brakes below:

Original video on auto bleeding ABS brake systems

Original video for affordable auto bleed capability.

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Bleed ABS Brakes Like A Pro With an Affordable Scan Tool

I made a youtube video to show how an affordable ABS scan tool can auto bleed ABS brake systems and ABS module just like a pro scanner. You don’t need a 5 or 10 thousand dollar GM Tech2 or Snap On diagnostic scanner (or any other high end vehicle manufacturer specific diagnostic scan tool) to preform an auto bleed on an ABS brake system. https://youtu.be/fUqmBqYIEAE

While searching online to find this affordable solution, I also found a few other low priced ABS scan tools that are supposed to also do an auto bleed. They are, The Foxwell NT630 Plus: And the OTC 3210: Please do your own research to be sure these scanners will work with your vehicle. The Foxwell seemed to be the cheapest, and the OTC was the most expensive. TO ME, the Autel seemed to be the best decision because it wasn’t the most expensive, but at least it was from a company that I had heard of before. OTC is a good, well known brand (Originally from my home state) but because of that, it seems that you are somewhat paying for the name. The Autel MaxiCheck Pro was middle ground for me. After using it to bleed my brakes, I can say that I am very happy with my purchase. I’m sure there are others out there but at the time of my YouTube video, these seemed to be the cheapest three (that I could find) with auto bleed capability.

It’s important to keep in mind that not every make and model of vehicle is capable of performing an auto bleed. The vehicle must have that function programmed into the ECM to begin with. It is the computer (ECM) in the vehicle that is actually performing the function, the Autel MaxiCheck Pro OBDII scan tool (or any other brand of scan tool) is only commanding the vehicle’s computer to run the auto bleed. The Scan tool itself is not doing anything other than commanding the auto bleed function that is programmed into the vehicle’s ECM from the factory. I suggest doing a google search for your make and model to see if your vehicle has the ability to auto bleed the ABS brake system before you buy a scanner.

And just to be clear…. I manually bled fluid from all four wheels before AND after performing an auto bleed with the scan tool. Once the air is moved out of the ABS module, (with scan tool) it must then be physically bled out of the system at each wheel. I did this entire process twice. And another side note: I use the Motive Products Power Bleeder to bleed my brakes. All other forms of bleeding may work eventually, but using a power bleeder (any brand) is absolutely the quickest, easiest and most reliable way to remove air from the brake system…. Your mileage may vary.

Check out my video below on YouTube to see how easy it was to perform an auto bleed on my 2006 GMC Sierra 1500.