Benz AK500 Key Programmer Smartkey.exe Problem Solutions

Oct24

Here are the customer solutions to Mercedes Benz AK500 key programmer not running smartkey.exe problem. Hope it help if you are looking for the solution. YOU ARE AT YOUR RISK.

Problem:

When I install software everything was work properly. After some time, I try open and write key, but not starting smartkey.exe or which can’t write nec I.C, just in this moment I hear a beep windows error sound… any ideas?

I install ak500 software on Windows XP SP3 without any anti virus program.

Customer solutions:

Solution 1:

The first attempt:
Still have problems with smartkey.exe

i installed it on win7 ultimate 64 bit and everything works as it should, but cann’t get it to work on xp sp3 32bit, installed the xp fresh and the ak500+ software when it starts doesn’t even search for the hardware.. but smartkey.exe when started from installatin folder works now.. The main window pops right up and only firmware update is availible. Drivers are correctly installed and in device manager is also everything ok, tried com 1, 2 and 3.. same

Second attempt:

I struggleed with this issue for a quite of time. Ok you can make a few things here. A forum member helped me to solve that. I had to use win xp SP2, and he sent me the software for ak500, not ak500+ !! The installation is different and when you install the ak500 software it adds some files wicj the ak500+ install didn’t. So after that smartkey.exe did work and when i started ak500+ also. So it was something missing in the install that i got with my device. BUT i figure it out that i need smartkey.exe ONLY for writeing the nec in the zif socket. But what i did not try and what sure has to work also without smartkey.exe was soldering the virginised nec on the key pcb and write the key via IR port !

So try that mate but the install of the old ak500 software should solve your issue.

(If you need the old AK500 software, please contact your dealer)

Solution 2:

Install fresh xpsp3 black edition, apply all patches of this xp, install ak500 software, install drivers and smartkey will work.

Solution 3:

All Ak400 and Ak500 software work, but

1. SmartKey program start only on IDE hdd, no any other work!
2. have problem with comport some time not found, this come after clear driver installation
3. for ak500 ESL 203 use any drive (local, usb) but Volume must be AK500

FIY：

Program new key on MB w203 with AK500 key programmer

Step a) open eis if the mcu is hc07 familly then desolder the first one .
Step b) Put it in the ak500 holder , be carfull with the point of the chip .
Step c) Choose the correct mask in software for the mcu .
Step d) Read the mcu and save the file .
Step e) Open the skc and load the bin file that you read .
Step f) Choose the key number that you see free.
Step g) Solder the mcu back in eis .
Step i ) Write the key if is new by infarent holder .
Step k ) Put the key in eis and start the car

How SKP900 Key Programmer add Toyota G chip and H chip key?

Oct18

This blog is going to show you how to use SuperOBD SKP900 Key Programmer program Toyota G chip key and Toyota H chip key. This guide is tested on 2015 Toyota Sequoia (G chip) and 2014 Toyota Corolla (H chip). Hope it helps you!

How SKP-900 Key Programmer program Toyota G chip key?

First, start SKP900 and select “Immobilizer” function

Choose “Toyota” then “Immobilizer 2”

It will show “Choose OBD2 adapter, turn ignition on”, then turn ignition on with the original key. Press Enter button and wait for it is communicating.

Next, select “Add Key” then it will show “Insert the registered key and turn ignition on”, press the Enter button to continue.

Then, it will ask you to “Insert an adding key and turn ignition on”, so insert the new Toyota G chip key and press Enter button.

Now just wait the immobilizer light go off for about one minute. After the IMMO light is off, the new key is programmed successfully!

How SKP900 Key Programmer program Toyota H chip key?

The procedure is same as SKP-900 programming G chip key. You can follow G chip key programming to add Toyota H chip key.

OBDSTAR X300 PRO3 program SUZUKI Swift 2013 key without pin code

Oct17

This blog is guide for using OBDSTAR X300 PRO3 Key Master to program smart key for SUZUKI Swift 2013 without need pin code. Following step by step below will make you a successful key programming in 3 minutes!

Step1. Let’s start from Immobilizer menu: Choose “SUZUKI” then “SUZUKI V30.06” then “Smart Key System” then “Alivio”.

Step2. Select “Program smart key” function then choose “Without PIN”

Now OBDSTAR Key Master will remind you all key will be erased. Press the Enter button to continue and wait.

Step3. Now the security light will blink. Input the current year and month, for example 201609.

And put smart key close to car’s start button.

Press the Enter button. Now you should hear 2 beeps to registered key. Security light is also off. It will show “Program success, whether to program next one?” Press the ESC button to quit. Now it will show “Program over” that means OBDSTAR X300 PRO3 successfully make a smart key for SUZUKI Swift 2013!

M100 Key Programmer Review & How-to

Oct17

Here is the new customer feedback on TM100 key programmer (basic module 419.99EUR) after 3 months of use.

Part I: TM100 What worked and failed

Let’s get to the point, following car models I tested OK with TM100:
Nissan Tiida 2010-2012 x 6 (all OK)
2012 Nissan versa OK
Fiat Palio 2006 Delphi OK
Delphi Fiat Doblo 2007 OK
Chevrolet Sonic 2012 OK (use module Astra J)
Chevrolet Sail (x2) 2012, 2014 OK (use module Chevrolet Aveo 93C56) (work but leave a bug in the dump)
Mitsubishi L200 2008 and 2013 OK (pen drive and ETACS)
Great Wall Haval Delphi 2012 IMMOBOX OK
2014 Subaru Forester OK (same module Subaru XV)
Subaru Tribeca 2008 OK
Toyota corolla 2013, OK (programmed with original key)
Symbol Renault and Nissan Platina (X3) OK (remote program control OK)

Following car models I tested NOT OK with TM100:

Nissan QASHQAI 2010 unprogrammed
Do not unlock proximity Lexus Control
My personal review on this TM100:

In general I am happy with this TM100 transponder programmer, but I also found some problems:

Slowness chips reading
Lack of information for programming
Actually I have also seen some negative comments, which exaggerate and degrade the real value of this equipment. In my opinion, everybody knows TM100 is not Tango, and compare tm100 with Tango things is not fair, you always pay for what you get. And this TM100 did what it should do for me, so I share my experience here.

Part II: TM100 How-to guide:

How to edit odometer for BMW CAS4, CAS4+?
1.First, select Tools→ Dump Editor→ BMW→CAS4 odometer setting.

2.Open dump file, current odometer value is displayed, input new odometer value, and set new value.

3.Save new generated file and write it back to CAS4.

How to save ISN for BMW?
1.Select key maker for BMW CAS3+ adding key.

2.After original key decoded, TM100 will save 16-byte ISN for you.

3.If the same car lost all keys, you can use the saved ISN to do all key lost without reading ISN from DME.

How to save ISK for BMW?
1.Select key maker for BMW CAS4+ adding key.

2.After original key decoded, TM100 will save 16-byte ISK for you.

3.If the same car lost all keys, you can use the saved ISK to do all key lost without reading ISK from DME.

How to clone TIRIS 4D?
1.Select Tools→ Clone→ Tiris 4D.

2.Connect TM100 key cloner to PC.

3.Put original key into coil of TM100 key programmer to decode.

4.If decode success, put YS01/TPX2/EH2 transponder into coil of TM100 key programmer.

How to clone HITAG2?
1.Select Tools→Clone→PCF7936.

2.Collect signature data: put sniffer antenna of TM100 key cloner near ignition, turn ignition on by original key. If collect success, red LED will blink once. If not, collect data again.

3.Connect TM100 key cloner to PC.

4.Put original key into coil of TM100 key programmer to decode.

5.If decode success, put YS21/GMT46 transponder into coil of TM100 key programmer

How to copy MEGAMOS ID13?
1.Select TP Reader, click “MEGAMOS 13”.

2.Put original ID13 chip into coil, click Read.

3.Put T5 into coil, click Write.

How to copy TEMIC 8C?
1.Select TP Reader, click TEMIC 8C.

2.Put original 8C chip into coil, click Read.

3.Put TK5561 into coil, click Write.

How to make VAG dealer key by 7-byte CS?
1.Select TP Reader, click “MEGAMOS 48”, click button “Dealer key by 7-byte CS”.

2.Input 7-byte component security, select brand, put new key into TM100 coil.

3.Click button “Make dealer key”.

How to search the 7th byte for VAG?
1.Select TP Reader next click “MEGAMOS 48” then click button “Search 7th CS”.

2.Input 6-byte component security, select brand and put the working key into coil.

3.Click button “Search”.

How to edit ID46 transponder IDE?
1.Select TP Reader, click “PCF7936”.

2.Input 4-byte IDE at P0, click button “Write”.

How to unlock key for BMW?
1.Select Tools→ Unlocker→ BMW→ Unlock HITAG by CAS dump.

2.Open CAS dump file, put key to be unlocked into coil and click button “Unlocker”.

How to unlock key for VW, Passat B6?
1.Select Tools→ Unlocker→ VW→ Passat B6→ Comfort Module, Unlock HITAG by 95320.

2.Open 95320 dump file, put key to be unlocked into coil and click button “Unlocker”.

How to synchronize CEM and ECU of Volvo?
1.Open TM100 software, select “Tools”, select “Dump Editor”, select Volvo, CEM+ECU.

2.Open dialog, open CEM and ECU dump file, check and make synchronization.

How to calculate Nissan 20 digit Pin Code?
1.Open TM100 software, select “Tools” then select “Calculator”.

2.Open dialog, input 20-digit Pre-PIN, click “Calculate”.

How to solve JLR Mangoose SDD Problem “cannot read VIN”

Oct15

Problem description:

When install JLR Mangoose SDD diagnostic software for Jaguar and Land rover on windows XP laptop, the program runs well, but unable to read Jaguar or Land rover vehicle VIN. SDD “Manual VIN read” failed either.

The Mangoose cable can be detected by computer because the green indicator light flashes. But when loaded SDD both green and red indicator flashed. Try to install on different clean (none-anti-virus software) XP laptop, all fail to read VIN.

Solution (offered by one of the JLR SDD users):

1.Uninstall the previous JLR SDD drivers on the computer.
2.Download the new drivers from the Drewtech website (only fits for 32bit system) and update the firmware on the Mangoose.
3.Install the new downloaded driver and connect the Mangoose cable with vehicle.
4.SDD will be able to recognize vehicle VIN
5.If the method fails, perhaps your vehicle model is not supported by JLR SDD diagnostic software.

ALLSCANNER CLOUD DIAGNOSTICS INSTALLATION STEP

Oct15

ALLSCANNER Cloud diagnostics Installation Step

Note：Recommended using Microsoft WIN7 or more of the system. Computers are required to install the Microsoft IE11 browser or Google.
Android and IOS systems are not supported
for the time being。

1.Installation of ALLSCANNER device driver
management“VX MANAGER”;

Here nothing to choose, directly point “NEXT”
go down

2.Connected to the diagnostic equipment, the
computer automatically install the driver

3.The driver installed after open the “VX MANAGER”,
select the top menu VX CLOUD”;

Point open “start cloud diagnostics” will automatically
open the default browser, enter the cloud diagnostics

page, enter the dealer to the account and password；

4.Select the required models in the main interface
Icon

Select “Open Cloud diagnostics” and enter the cloud
server（Note: to enter the cloud server must be
connected to the device)；

5.Open diagnostic software for vehicle diagnosis

How to work FGTech Galletto V54 with BDM100 V1255 for ECU tuning?

Oct13

We all know both FGTech Galletto V54 and BDM100 V1255 are useful for ECU chip tuning. Better and more convenient to use these two interfaces together on same PC. So this blog will show you how to do.

First please know this method comes from forum and is tested ok as well. But try on your own risks. OK. Now let’s start work! The secret is to download driver for FGTech Galletto V54 and BDM100 V1255 by following link:

(OS: Windows7 64 bit)

After download the driver, you plug Fgtech Galletto 4 Master V54 or BDM100 V1255 Programmer into PC USB port.

You may not find the driver because Windows doesn’t install it automatically. So you should identify the driver and tunt it down on your own.

Steps to install the driver manually:

Open Device Manager: Press Windows Key + R, type “devmgmt.msc” into the Run dialog, and press Enter.
Find “Map3d MPC555 Interface”, right click, Click update driver→ Browse My Computer → LET ME PICK FROM A LIST
select the device driver you want to install: scroll down manufacturer and find “Amt-Cartech”
Click Have Disk Browse to where you downloaded and unpacked the drive Choose “fgtibus.inf” and click open. It will probably warn you it’s not signed, but doesn’t matter, you can keep going. And then it should install and work.

OBDSTAR X300 Pro3 Key Master read Peugeot 206 pin code

Oct13

This blog will teach you how to read pin code for Peugeot 206 via OBDSTAR X300 Pro3 Key master, hope it helps someone.

Tool needed: X300 Pro3 Key master with EEPROM/PIC adapter

Vehicle: Peugeot 206

Procedures:

Select VEHICLES ->EEPROM ADAPTER

This is OBDSTAR EEPROM/PIC ADAPTER

Choose PIC/FREESCALE ADAPTER V33.37

Select EEPROM and press ENT to continue

Select Read pin code

Then choose vehicle model Peugeot 206 and press ENT

BSI 95160-> V2, wait for a while

Enter a filename to save

Done! The password is 3FFF

X300 PRO3 key master by OBDSTAR Company features with the immobilizer key programming function of SKP900, as well as new function e.g. Odometer adjustment, EEPROM/PIC and OBDII.

OBDSTAR F108 Review on Read Pin Code & Make Key for Peugeot Citroen DS

Oct13

If you have any of PSA vehicles (Peugeot Citroen DS) after 2008 year with all CAN protocol, and you want to firstly read pin code and back to the vehicle IMMO system to program key, then OBDSTAR F108 PSA pin code reading and key programming tool is your best professional choice, an increasing users have been proving it is working fine.

FYI, OBDSTAR X300 PRO3 key master can’t perform PSA pin code reading and key making function.

Note:

Generally speaking, Peugeot Citroen DS before 08 year is not supported,F108 only supports PSA vehicles after 2008 year with all CAN protocol, while a little part of users tested ok on 04/05 year.
If you have car key lost, F108 can’t read pin code but can make key.

OBDSTAR F108 review – test ok on:

2011 Citroen C5 program key ok

2014 PEUGEOT508 program key ok

2015 PEUGEOT308S program key ok

2015 PEUGEOT3008 program key ok

2015 PEUGEOT 408 program key ok

2015 PEUGEOT 2008 program key ok

CITROEN C3X program key ok

CITROEN C4L program key ok

CITROEN C-Quatre program key ok

DS5 program key ok

DS6 program key ok

PEUGEOT508 program non-smart key ok

PEUGEOT 308 program key ok

PEUGEOT 310 program key ok

PEUGEOT 408 program key ok

PEUGEOT 508 program smart key ok

PEUGEOT 3008 program key ok

F108 can read pin code for BSI via OBD

(More test report will be added)

OBDSTAR F108 review – test fail on:

Peugeot 307 2001 pin code read fail

Peugeot 207 2010 pin code read ok, key make fail

Peugeot 307 HDI 2003 pin code read fail

Peugeot Expert HDI 2001 pin code read fail

Citroen C2 HDI 2008 pin code read fail

Citroen C4 2006 pin code read fail

OBDSTAR F108 workable model list tested by OBDSTAR Company:

PEUGEOT

Select from vehicle

Africa

206(VF32)

BSI2

Asia

China

Immobilizer

206

207

Type 1

Type 2

2008

3008

301

307

Type 1

Type 2

308

308S

4007

407

408

508

807

Remote

Smart key system

508

Replace engine ECU

Other

207CC(VF3W)

407(VF36)

508

Proximity

Partner

-2008

BSI2

2008-

PSA CAN system

Euro

106(VF31)

1007(VF3PM)

2005-2014

1007(VF3K)

2003-2005

2005-2007

2007-

206(VF32)

BSI1(46 chip)

207(VF3W)

208(VF3C)

2008(VF3C)

306(VF37)

Immobiliser

CPH

307(VF33)

BSI1

PSA CAN system

308

2007-2013(VF34)

2013-(VF3L)

Non Proximity

3008(VF30)

PSA CAN system

406(VF37)

CPH1

406(VF38)

BSI2

BSI3

BSI4(46 chip)

406 double seat

CPH1

407(VF36)

4007(VF3V)

Gas

Proximity

Non Proximity

Diesel

508(VF38)

Proximity

Non Proximity

5008(VF30)

607(VF39)

-2005

BSI2

2005-

806(VF3A)

Immobiliser2

CPH

807(VF3E)

BSI1

PSA CAN system

Expert(VF3X)

//Immobiliser1//3&8

Immobiliser2

Immobiliser3

CPH

2007-

Partner(VF3G/VF35)

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

BSI1

BSI2

CPH

Partner(VF37)

PSA CAN system

Ranch

//Immobiliser1Immobiliser1//3&8

Immobiliser2

Rcz(VF34)

PSA CAN system

South America

206

207

2008-

208(VF3C)

308

2011-

3008

407(VF36D)

408

508(VF38)

Proximity

Select from type

Immobiliser

Type 1

Type 2

Type 3

Type 4

Type 5

Type 6

Remote

Smart key system

Type 1

Replace engine ECU

Read security code

CITROEN

Select from vehicle

Africa

C2(VF7J)

Asia

Immobiliser

Type 1

Type 2

C3-XR

Elysee[ELYSEE]

New Elysee

Picasso[PICASSO]

Thiomphe[TRIOMPHE]

C-CROSSER

C-Quatre

Remote

Smart key system

C4 L

Replace engine ECU

Euro

Berlingo(VF7M)

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

BSI1

BSI2

CPH

Berlingo(VF7G)

BSI1

Immobiliser3

Berlingo3(VF77)

C-Crosser(VF7V)

Gas

Proximity

Non Proximity

Diesel

C1(VF7P)

C2(VF7J)

Type 1

Type 2

C3(VF7F)

-2006

2006-

C3 Aircross

2006-

C3 Picasso(VF7S)

C3 PLURIEL

2002-

C4(VF7L/U)

C4(VF7N)

Proximity

Non Proximity

C5(VF7D)

BSI1

BSI2

BSI3

C5(VF7R)

Type 1

Type 2

Type 3

C6(VF7T)

C8(VF7E)

Type 1

Type 2

Dispatch(VF7B)

CPH

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

Immobiliser3

Dispatch(VF7X)

Evasion

CPH

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

Jumpy(VF7B)

CPH

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

Immobiliser3

Jumpy(VF7X)

Nemo(VF7A)

Type 1

Type 2

Relay

Relay2

Immobiliser

Relay3(VF3Y)

Saxo(VF75)

Immobiliser1

Synergie

CPH

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

Xantia(VF7X)

CPH

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

Xsara(VF7N)

CPH

BSI1

BSI2

BSI3

Xsara PIC(VF7C)

BSI1

BSI2

South America

2003-2013

2014-

Select from type

Immobiliser

Type 1

Type 2

Type 3

Type 4

Type 5

Remote

Smart key system

Type 1

Replace engine ECU

Read security code

Select from vehicle

Asia

Immobiliser

DS5

Remote

Smart key system

Euro

DS3(VF7S)

DS4(VF7N)

Proximity

Non Proximity

DS5(VF7KF)

CPH

Immobiliser1

Immobiliser2

Select from type

Immobiliser

Type 1

Type 2

Type 3

Type 4

Type 5

Remote

Smart key system

Type 1

Read security code

CN900 Mini & ND900 Mini which is clone?

Oct13

Both CN900 Mini and ND900 Mini key copy machines are available in carkeydeals.com. Which one is original?

Answer:

Both CN900 Mini and ND900 Mini are original products from TJECU company.

It’s true!

They are made by the same manufacturer but distributed to different dealers. Tat’s why there looks slightly different each other.

Similarities:

1. Mini CN900 and ND900 support same function: 11/12/13/33/T5/4C/4D/42/46/48/72G chip copy

2. USB2.0, GSM/GPRS SIM, support same frequency, RF data, RFID identify etc

3. They comes with same firmware version, latest goes to V1.13. Build with same PCB.

4. Update online. Share the same update procedure

Differences:

1. MINI ND900 looks almost the same as CN900 mini (difference is it has TJECU logo on the plastic)

2. Update on different websites

Although they share the same update procedure, they have different update file from their own websites.

CN900 Mini official website: www.cn900.net

ND900 Mini official website: www.mini900.cn

Update procedure goes here:

How to update MINI CN900/ND900 key programmer?

1. Browse to ND900/CN900 Mini official website, register and download Updater file respectively.
2. Delete previous updater file (updater v1.8 etc)
3. Open newest updater v1.9 setup.exe
4. Click on Update button
5. The main module of firmware is updating. Wait upgarde procedure complete.

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