Automated bleed that cycles the ABS module valves and pump.
For abs bleed on the 2016-2025 Chevrolet Malibu, 5 tools we track are confirmed in maker coverage lists.
Autel MaxiCOM MK808S lists it as “Automated brake bleed” (Above GM_V19.00), checked against model year 2019.
XTOOL D8 lists it as “Automated Brake Bleed (actuation test, EBCM)” (GM V15.90, function ABS BLEEDING v6.90), checked against model year 2016.
Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro lists it as “Automated brake bleed” (Above GM_V24.00), checked against model year 2019.
Autel MaxiSys MS908S3 lists it as “Automated brake bleed” (Above GM_V24.00), checked against model year 2019.
Autel MaxiCheck MX900 lists it as “Automated brake bleed” (Above GM_V19.00), checked against model year 2019.
The other 8 tools are not yet verified for this job on this vehicle, which is not the same as unsupported.
| Tool | Status | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autel MaxiCOM MK808S | ✓ Supported | Maker list ↗ | 2026-10-16 “Automated brake bleed” · Above GM_V19.00 · Checked for model year 2019 |
| Autel MaxiCheck MX900 | ✓ Supported | Maker list ↗ | 2026-10-17 “Automated brake bleed” · Above GM_V19.00 · Checked for model year 2019; Autel vehicle coverage, product "MaxiCheck MX900", Chevrolet > Malibu > (K) 2019; systems: Brake system control module, Electronic brake control module |
| Autel MaxiSys MS908S3 | ✓ Supported | Maker list ↗ | 2026-10-17 “Automated brake bleed” · Above GM_V24.00 · Checked for model year 2019; Autel vehicle coverage, product "MaxiSys MS908S3", Chevrolet > Malibu > (K) 2019; systems: Brake system control module, Electronic brake control module |
| Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro | ✓ Supported | Maker list ↗ | 2026-10-17 “Automated brake bleed” · Above GM_V24.00 · Checked for model year 2019; Autel vehicle coverage, product "906Pro (MaxiSys MS906 Pro)", Chevrolet > Malibu > (K) 2019; systems: Brake system control module, Electronic brake control module |
| XTOOL D8 | ✓ Supported | Maker list ↗ | 2026-10-17 “Automated Brake Bleed (actuation test, EBCM)” · GM V15.90, function ABS BLEEDING v6.90 · Checked for model year 2016; GM vehicle software V15.90 (XTOOL function query, embedded in xtoolglobal.com/pages/vehicle-coverage) |
4 tools are listed as Supported (not just partial) for ABS bleed on this vehicle and have a cited price. Cheapest first:
| # | Tool | Price | Maker's function name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XTOOL D8 | $419 · cited 2026-10-16 | “Automated Brake Bleed (actuation test, EBCM)” |
| 2 | Autel MaxiCOM MK808S | $479 · cited 2026-10-16 | “Automated brake bleed” |
| 3 | Autel MaxiCheck MX900 | $559 · cited 2026-10-16 | “Automated brake bleed” |
| 4 | Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro | $1,569 · cited 2026-10-16 | “Automated brake bleed” |
XTOOL D8 is $60 cheaper than the next Supported option. Prices are cited list prices and change often; partial and unverified tools are left out of this ranking.
Same tool, other Chevrolet vehicles: Autel MaxiCOM MK808S ABS bleed on Chevrolet · XTOOL D8 ABS bleed on Chevrolet
Not yet verified (8): Autel MaxiSys MS980, TOPDON ArtiDiag900 Lite, TOPDON Phoenix Lite 2, Launch X431 CRP919 Max, Launch X431 PROS, Launch X-431 PRO, XTOOL D7, Foxwell NT809. Not yet verified is not the same as unsupported.
Head-to-head for this job: Autel MaxiCheck MX900 vs XTOOL D8 · Autel MaxiCOM MK808S vs XTOOL D8 · Autel MaxiSys MS906 Pro vs XTOOL D8 · Autel MaxiCOM MK808S vs Autel MaxiCheck MX900
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Verified tools per job on this vehicle: EPB Reset: 7 · ABS Bleed: 5 · Injector Coding: 6 · Secure Gateway Unlock: 0 · TPMS Relearn: 7 · Steering Angle Calibration: 7 · Battery Registration: 3 · Throttle Relearn: 7.
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