Autel IWA500 Wheel Alignment System with Tablet and Storage

Autel MaxiAlign IWA500ACT — Standard Wheel Alignment System with Tablet and Storage Cabinet

The IWA500ACT is the complete package configuration of Autel's MaxiAlign IWA500 wheel alignment system. This bundle includes the IWA500 alignment system itself, the 10.1-inch wireless MaxiAlign tablet with Bluetooth MaxiVCI V200, and an Autel-logoed metal rim storage cabinet. If you are equipping a bay from scratch, this is the configuration that gets you running without sourcing the cabinet separately.

The IWA500 is a mobile six-camera wheel alignment system designed for shops that need fast, accurate alignments with the flexibility to move the equipment between bays. It does not require a fixed alignment rack — the system rolls into position, you mount the four rim clamps, and the guided workflow takes you through the job.

What Makes the IWA500 Different

Most shops deal with alignment equipment that requires either a dedicated lift or time-consuming setup. The IWA500 addresses both with a mobile camera frame that sets up quickly and a guided workflow that starts with server-based vehicle identification — so the system pulls OEM alignment specs automatically rather than requiring the tech to look them up.

The workflow is structured: after vehicle ID, it runs a comprehensive all-systems pre-scan, undercarriage inspection, and checks tire tread depth and pressure. These pre-alignment checks matter because doing an alignment on a vehicle with worn tie rods or low tire pressure wastes everyone's time. Getting that information documented before the alignment also gives you the basis for additional service recommendations.

Key Functions

• Vehicle Coverage: U.S., Asian, and European models from 1975 to current production
• Guided Workflow: Server-based vehicle identification with automatic OEM alignment specification lookup
• Pre-Scan: Comprehensive all-systems pre-scan before alignment begins
• Pre-Alignment Checks: Undercarriage inspection, tire tread depth measurement, tire pressure analysis
• Standard Measurements: Rolling diameter, symmetry values
• Advanced Measurements: Bump steer analysis, raised-vehicle checks, wheel-off adjustment
• MaxiToe Technology: Autel's toe-adjustment feature that centers the steering wheel without requiring a steering wheel holder — the system ensures the wheel is centered as part of the toe adjustment process
• SAS Calibration: Steering angle sensor calibration and other OEM-required post-alignment tasks are supported
• Bay-to-Bay Portability: The mobile six-camera frame moves between bays — no dedicated alignment bay required
• Real-Time Feedback: Live measurements during adjustments so techs can correct without multiple measurement cycles
• Alignment Reports: Detailed, validated reports that can be saved, printed, or shared digitally

Mercedes-Benz Compatibility Note

The IWA500 is compatible with Autel's Bluetooth-enabled handheld Inclinometer to assist with alignment procedures on Mercedes-Benz vehicles that require inclinometer input. The Inclinometer is sold separately.

What Is Included in the IWA500ACT Package

• IWA500 mobile six-camera alignment frame
• 10.1-inch touchscreen wireless MaxiAlign IWA500 tablet
• Bluetooth MaxiVCI V200
• Four tire rim clamps with positioning targets
• Two wheel chocks
• Brake pedal depressor
• Steering wheel holder stand tool
• Equipment cover
• Tablet holder
• AC power cord
• 12V/24V power cord
• Autel-logoed metal rim storage cabinet
• One year of tablet software updates
• One-year limited warranty on system, tablet, and cabinet

IWA500ACT vs. Base IWA500

The base IWA500 includes the alignment system and tablet but does not include the rim storage cabinet. The IWA500ACT adds the metal cabinet, which keeps your rim clamps and accessories organized and protected. For a permanent shop installation, the ACT package eliminates one purchase and gives you a cleaner, more professional bay setup. Both configurations carry the same one-year limited warranty coverage.

Who This Is For

The IWA500ACT is designed for independent shops and dealerships that want a capable alignment system without committing to a fixed alignment rack. The portability is a real operational advantage in busy shops — you can run alignments in any open bay rather than queuing for a single dedicated alignment lift. The guided workflow and OEM spec lookup reduce the skill barrier for alignment work, making it practical to have multiple techs handling alignment jobs.

At $9,600, the IWA500ACT is positioned below Autel's stationary IA900-series systems. If your shop does high alignment volume and wants the full in-ground rack experience with ADAS integration, the IA900WA or IA900AS are the next steps up. If you need a capable, portable alignment system that handles the full range of standard and advanced alignment measurements, the IWA500ACT delivers that without the fixed infrastructure cost.

Why Buy the Autel IWA500 Wheel Alignment System with Tablet and Storage From Autel Diagnostic Tools?

We have specialized in professional diagnostic and alignment equipment since 2016. The IWA500ACT is a significant investment and we are happy to walk through whether it fits your bay configuration and workflow before you commit. Free shipping, free technical support at 866-217-0063, full manufacturer warranty, and honest guidance on which system matches your shop's needs.

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