Wednesday, 30 April 2025

Guide to Replacing the MLB Tool Chip for MQB Key Data Reading

To enable the MQB key data reading feature, you need to perform a hardware upgrade by replacing the internal chip of the Xhorse MLB Tool. Please follow the steps below carefully:


Step 1: Disassemble the Device

1. Remove the outer casing: Unscrew the four corner screws securing the device’s casing and carefully take off the cover.

2. Access the internal board: Locate and unscrew the screws holding the main board in place.


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Step 2: Replace the Chip


1. Remove the existing chip: After exposing the front side of the board, gently detach the original chip using appropriate tools.


2. Install the enhanced chip: Insert the upgraded chip into the designated slot, ensuring proper alignment and secure contact.


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Step 3: Reassemble the Device

1. Secure the board: Reattach the screws to fix the board back into its original position.

2. Close the casing: Replace the outer casing and tighten the four corner screws.

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⚠️ Important Notes

During all future use, please ensure the device and the adapter are powered on.


For detailed function usage, please refer to the MQB Key Function Tutorial.


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The hardware upgrade will be completed successfully by following these steps, enabling seamless operation of the enhanced MQB key data reading functionality.

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Sunday, 23 March 2025

How to Check Bonus Points of VVDI BE Key on Xhorse Key Tool Plus?

This is a quick guide on checking VVDI BE Key Pro bonus points on Xhorse VVDI Key Tool Plus. Follow the steps below to find out if the BENZ Key points have been used.


Immo programming >> Benz >> Select from system >> Read Write Key >> VVDI BE key >> Start programming >> Online verify BE key

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Online check VVDI BE key status, whether it contains bonus points or not. This function only verifies, you can use upload points to move BE key bonus points to your device.


Input the VVDI BE Key to the device, and press OK!

Xhorse Key Tool Plus will tell the result.


Attention: This BE key doesn't have bonus points, its bonus points were already used!

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Tuesday, 11 March 2025

How to Replace Xhorse MLB Tool Chip for MQB Adapter Use?

Before using the MQB Adapter, it's necessary to upgrade the enhanced chip on the  Xhorse MLB Tool hardware. When switching back to MLB, there's NO need to replace the chip again. Once the modification is complete, the MLB WILL NOT lose its guarantee. 


Note that even a new MLB Tool will require this chip replacement. After these steps, you can collect MQB48 NEC35XX immobilizer key data with the MLB Tool + MQB48 Adapter.


The package should contain the following items:

XDMLB0GL MLB Tool

MQB Adapter

Enhanced Chip

Key Soldering Cable

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How do I replace the Xhorse MLB Tool Enhanced Chip?

Please follow these steps to complete the hardware upgrade and ensure the normal use of the MQB key data reading feature.


1. Unscrew the four corner screws and remove the outer casing.

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2. Unsrew the screws holding the board in place. Once you've accessed the front of the board, carefully remove the existing chip and replace it with the enhanced chip.

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3. After replacing the chip, reassemble the device


Important:

Both the device and the adapter need to be powered on for future use.

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Sunday, 16 February 2025

VVDI2 Tips Error Key info in Key Dump File When Adding a Key

Question: VVDI2 when adding keys, tips the following error, how can I fix this error info in the key dump file?

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Solution:

Deleted all the keys from all slots, and started fresh with new keys.

Now I'm not getting that error When adding a new key, it all works now!


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Thursday, 12 December 2024

Fixed Xhorse MLB Tool "The remote bonus points are insufficient" Error

Customer Problem: When I try to use the MLB Tool but shows this error "The remote bonus points required for this generation are insufficient...".

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Solution: On the Xhorse app, you must combine devices, and all points will be shared with other devices.


Customer Feedback: I have managed to solve the problem so all good now.


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Saturday, 12 October 2024

How to use the M5 clamp on Xhorse Dolphin XP005

Customer Feedback:

Hi, I can't get the M5 clamp to work on my Dolphin XP005, I just saw it and have no choice for the M5 clamp.

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Solution:

Find the path Equipment information >> Processing settings >> Cutting settings >> M5

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Wednesday, 4 September 2024

Xhorse BIM TOOL PRO Fixed BMW Motorcycle Tire Pressure Monitor DTC

When trying to program the 4D and 8A keys for BMW motorcycles on Key Tool Plus or VVDI2, we may occasionally encounter DTCs on the screen that cannot be cleared. If "Tire Pressure Monitor Malfunction" appears after key programming for BMW motorcycles, we can resolve the problem using VVDI BIMTOOL PRO or BIM TOOL with the following steps.

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1. Connect BIMTOOL PRO

Connect BIMTOOL PRO to both the computer & the motorcycle's OBD port.

Launch the BIMTOOL PRO software.

Fxx/Gxx Program/Code >> Auto detect >> Connect car

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2. Programming

Click "Vehicle Programming".

Note:

The "target istufen lev" should be the same as the "Shipment date".

If there's no shipment data available, choose the latest date.


40 - FEM[X_SLZ] >> Calculate programming file

We already calculated the new programming file! You also can select another version to program!

Press YES to use the system calculate program version.

The calculation is completed.


Gray areas indicate the current module version information.

Orange areas indicate the programmable version information.

Click "Programming" to proceed.

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3. Clear DTCs

After programming is completed, read the vehicle's DTCs and clear them.


Upon clearing the DTCs, verify that the motorcycle screen no longer displays any fault codes.

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