To service modules in newer vehicles (released in 2025 or later) you will need the xMB-9640 Hyundai Module Balancer with IMI-Box and IMI-Cables.
New Cables for newer modules will only be available on the IMI Base.
What is IMI?
IMI-2404
IMI stands for “Intelligent Module Interface”; this reflects to the IMI-2404 Box; a box that provides communication from the module to the xMB-9640 in a better way than the current Interface Boxes.
This has clear advantages, such as:
- Les Boxes – Only 1 IMI-Box is needed instead of multiple Interface Boxes
- Less Cables – Less cables needed; no separate temperature cables are needed and less IMI-Cables
- Speed – IMI-based setup can balance up to 25% faster
- Future Proof – Ability to read up to 24 cells, and up to 4 temperature sensors ensuring compatibility for future Hyundai modules.
- Protection – The IMI Box checks and is able to prevent live voltages potentially damaging the xMB, cables and modules.
- Wi-Fi / OTA – Within the Software Update Rev O that includes the Full IMI-Support, Wi-Fi and OTA Updates are also enabled.
How will my cable setup look like?
IMI-Cables can be directly connected between the module and the IMI-Box. No additional temperature cable is needed. Also, there is no need to work with multiple Interface Boxes (1 Box for all).
The HV connections remain the same.
What do I need to do?
In order to use the IMI-Box and IMI-Cables, you’ll need an xMB-9640 that is capable of working with IMI. This means, depending on your situation:
| Situation | Action Needed | More information |
|---|---|---|
| Workshops already owning an xMB-9640 Hyundai and want to service newer modules | You will need to update your hardware and software. You have the option to still keep using the old cables you already have and only buy new cables for new vehicles, or replace everything with new IMI Cables. | Please further read the information on this page here below. |
| Workshops already owning an xMB-9640 Hyundai that do not want to service newer modules | No action needed. You can continue using the module balancer for vehicles supported as of Rev M. | No action needed. However, please be aware you will not be able to use new software as all software after Rev M requires IMI-hardware. |
| Workshops new to xMB-9640 Hyundai | None. All new xMB-9640 Hyundai tools, shipped from July 2025 onwards are IMI-compatible. | No action needed. You can use all IMI Cables. Just order the IMI-Cables you need using the information on this website. |
Workshop already owning an xMB-9640 Hyundai – Options
If you already own an xMB-9640 and have Interface Boxes and Cables, to also service newer vehicles you have 2 options which are further explained here below:
- Upgrade Hardware and Software and Move to Full IMI Based Cable Setup – UPGRADE PREMIUM
- Upgrade Hardware and Software and Move to a Hybrid setup with both Interface Box type cables and IMI based cables – UPGRADE BASIC
Upgrade to IMI Setup and buy all IMI-Cables – Upgrade Premium
Upgrade Kit Premium is Part number A1180. This Kit Includes:
- Upgrade Kit including new IMI-Box, Connection Cable, xMB-9640 IMI Expansion slot, and:
- IMI Cables:
- New vehicles supported (2 cables):
- A1023H – AX EV (Inster), TSD-A01
- A1024H – ME EV (IONIQ 9), NE EV PE, N EV N (New E-GMP Platform), RG3 EV PE (Genesis G80 EV).
- IMI Cables to also service older modules that already were supported with the Interface Box based cables.
- New vehicles supported (2 cables):
Old Interface Boxes and their cables are not needed and not compatible anymore after applying upgrade Kit A1180.
Cable setup after applying upgrade kit A1180:
If you have bought the kit, you can find more information in the instructions included as well as on this page.
Upgrade to IMI Setup and buy only – Upgrade Basic
Upgrade Kit Basic is Part number A1190. This Kit Includes:
- Upgrade Kit including new IMI-Box, Connection Cable, xMB-9640 IMI Expansion slot, and:
- Adapter Cable to still use old Interface Boxes and Cables
- IMI Cables:
- New vehicles supported (2 cables):
- A1023H – AX EV (Inster), TSD-A01
- A1024H – ME EV (IONIQ 9), NE EV PE, N EV N (New E-GMP Platform), RG3 EV PE (Genesis G80 EV).
- 2 IMI Cables needed to service the AE PHEV (IONIQ Plug-In) as old interface box based cables are not compatible anymore after the upgrade.
- New vehicles supported (2 cables):
Old Interface Boxes and their cables can still be used with the xMB-9640 after applying upgrade Kit A1190, because A1190 comes with an Adapter Cable that goes in between the IMI-Box and Interface Box.
The cable setup after applying upgrade kit A1190 is depending on the module serviced:
For EXISTING modules: use IMI Box + Adapter Cable (incl. in Kit) + Existing Interface Box Cables:
For NEW modules: use IMI Box + New IMI Cables:
If you have bought the kit, you can find more information in the instructions included as well as on this page.