ABRITES AVDI Vehicle Diagnostic Interface User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- ABRITES
Table of Contents
ABRITES DIAGNOSTICS
FOR TOYOTA/LEXUS/SCION ONLINE
User manual
version 1.0
Important notes
The Abrites software and hardware products are developed, designed and manufactured by Abrites Ltd. During the production process we comply to all safety and quality regulations and standards, aiming at highest production quality. The Abrites hardware and software products are designed to build a coherent ecosystem, which effectively solves a wide range of vehicle-related tasks, such as:
- Diagnostic scanning;
- Key programming;
- Module replacement,
- ECU programming;
- Configuration and coding.
All software and hardware products by Abrites Ltd. are copyrighted. Permission is granted to copy Abrites software files for your own back-up purposes only. Should you wish to copy this manual or parts of it, you are granted permission only in case it is used with Abrites products, has “Abrites Ltd.” written on all copies, and is used for actions that comply to respective local law and regulations.
Warranty
You, as a purchaser of Abrites hardware products, are entitled of a two-year
warranty. If the hardware product you have purchased has been properly
connected, and used according to its respective instructions, it should
function correctly. In case the product does not function as expected, you are
able to claim warranty within the stated terms. Abrites Ltd. is entitled to
require evidence of the defect or malfunction, upon which the decision to
repair or substitute the product shall be made.
There are certain conditions, upon which the warranty cannot be applied. The
warranty shall not apply to damages and defects caused by natural disaster,
misuse, improper use, unusual use, negligence, failure to observe the
instructions for use issued by Abrites, modifications of the device, repair
works performed by unauthorized persons. For example, when the damage of the
hardware has occurred due to incompatible electricity supply, mechanical or
water damage, as well as fire, flood or thunder storm, the warranty does not
apply.
Each warranty claim is inspected individually by our team and the decision is
based upon thorough case consideration.
Read the full hardware warranty terms on our website.
www.abrites.com
Copyright information
Copyright:
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- Abrites, Ltd. Abrites software, hardware, and firmware are also copyrighted
- Users are given permission to copy any part of this manual provided that the copy is used with Abrites products and the “Copyright © Abrites, Ltd.” statement remains on all copies
- “Abrites” as used in this manual synonymous with “Abrites, Ltd.” And all it’s affiliates
- The “Abrites” logo is a registered trademark of Abrites, Ltd.
Notices:
- The information contained in this document is subject to change without prior notice. Abrites shall not be held liable for technical/editorial errors, or omissions herein.
- Warranties for Abrites products and services are set forth in the express written warranty statements accompanying the product. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting any additional warranty.
- Abrites assumes no responsibility for any damage resulting from the use, misuse, or negligent use of the hardware or any software application.
Safety information
The Abrites products are to be used by trained and experienced users in
diagnostics and reprogramming of vehicles and equipment. The user is assumed
to have a good understanding of vehicle electronic systems, as well as
potential hazards while working around vehicles. There are numerous safety
situations that cannot be foreseen, thus we recommend that the user read and
follow all safety messages in the available manual, on all equipment they use,
including vehicle manuals, as well as internal shop documents and operating
procedures.
Some important points:
Block all wheels of the vehicle when testing. Be cautious when working around electricity.
- Do not ignore the risk of shock from vehicle and building-level voltages.
- Do not smoke, or allow sparks/flame near any part of the vehicle fuel system or batteries.
- Always work in an adequately ventilated area, vehicle exhaust fumes should be directed towards the exit of the shop.
- Do not use this product where fuel, fuel vapours, or other combustibles could ignite.
In case any technical difficulties occur, please contact the
Abrites Support Team by email at
support@abrites.com.
List of revisions
| Date | Chapter | Description | Revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.04.2022 | ALL | Document created. | 1.0 |
Introduction
Congratulations on choosing our wonderful product!
The “Abrites Diagnostics for Toyota/Lexus/Scion Online” is an online server-
based Abrites software for Toyota, Lexus and Scion vehicles.
With the help of this software, you can perform key learning operations of
Toyota 2018+ Camry/Corolla, CH-R, Prius, RAV4, Avalon, Lexus RX, Lexus RXL,
Lexus ES, Lexus LS and Lexus UX vehicles.
For proper operation of your diagnostic software you will need a corresponding
interface for connection between your PC and vehicle named “AVDI”. AVDI is an
interface produced by Abrites Ltd. intended to act as an interface between the
PC and the electronic control units. AVDI should be used with ABRITES software
produced by Abrites Ltd.
ABRITES is a trade mark of Abrites Ltd
Vehicle diagnostics with Abrites for Toyota
Scope of the manual
This document describes the usage of Abrites Diagnostics for Toyota / Lexus / Scion Online. The document is applicable for the latest software version. In this manual we suppose that the software for your AVDI interface is already installed. Please refer the “AVDI Common User’s Manual” in case it is not.
System requirements:
- Minimum system requirements Windows 7 SP1 + 2GB RAM (recommended 4GB)
Getting Started
You can start Abrites Diagnostics for Toyota/Lexus/Scion Online by starting the Abrites Quick Start application and selecting Toyota. On the 2nd page of the Toyota option, you need to select the following button:
When the Abrites Diagnostics for Toyota/Lexus/Scion Online application is started the main screen of the application will appear where you can select the brand desired- Toyota or Lexus:
If Toyota is selected, you will have the possibility to select the model you’re working on:
If Lexus is selected, the following models will appear for selection:
Special Functions
The ABRITES Diagnostics for Toyota/ Lexus/ Scion Online offers currently Key
Learning for Toyota/Lexus models 2018+.
Please, note that depending on the version you have purchased some of these
functions may not be available in your configuration. In this case a message
will inform you that you need to acquire an additional license.
Special Function “Key Learning”
When the “Key learning” special function is selected it is very important to
follow the exact directions of the application.
Once the model is selected, you have the option to learn keys under the “Key
Learning” menu:
The Key Learning functionality for Toyota supports the following models both for spare key programming and when all working keys are lost. This solution covers said models, regardless of the market on which they are offered – all versions of the models are supported (US, European, UK, Asia). Smart system reset is NOT needed, nor a connection to Toyota servers. Depending on the transponder type in the vehicle, either a DST-AES or a HITAG-AES emulator will be required. ZN002 and CB012 are also required. CB012 is required for internal CAN bus connectivity:
- Corolla 2018+ (HITAG AES)
- Camry 2018+ (HITAG AES)
- Highlander 2020+ (HITAG AES)
- Toyota CH-R 2018+ (DST AES)
- Prius 2018+ (DST AES)
- RAV4 2018+ (DST AES)
- Avalon 2018+ (DST AES)
- Lexus RX (DST AES)
- Lexus RXL (DST AES)
- Lexus ES (DST AES)
- Lexus LS (DST AES)
- Lexus UX (DST AES)
Starting the Key Learning procedure which consists of the following 12 easy steps. These steps are the same when using Special Functions TN011, TN012 and TN013. The only difference is the key transponder type used:
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Press and hold the START button to begin the procedure
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Switch IGN ON and then OFF while leaving hazard lights ON
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Confirm whether you want to prepare a Master Key emulator
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Reading and modifying the required data
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Insert the HT-AES (TA64) key emulator in the ProTag programmer
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TA64 has been detected and is being prepared as Master Key
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Use the prepared TA64 to switch IGN ON
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Leave IGN to the ON position and open the driver’s door
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Touch the START button with the TA64
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TA64 detected as Master Key
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Use the new key to touch the START button and learn it
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The new key is detected
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The key is now learned and the procedure has successfully finished
All of the Toyota/Lexus models that are covered by the TN011, TN012, and TN013
licenses share the same Smart System pinout when connecting to the internal
CAN BUS where pin 1 is the CAN H and PIN 2 is CAN L.
This is what the connector looks like and what pins to connect to when working
with CB012:
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