The Matco Tools Maximus 2.0 is an expandable, robust, and wireless Android™-based scan tool tablet that provides comprehensive diagnostic capabilities for a wide range of vehicles. It typically comes with a Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) that plugs into the vehicle's On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) port, and a Docking Station (as seen in your images) for charging and expanded connectivity.

Core Capabilities:
OE-Level Diagnostics: Offers extensive coverage for Asian, European, and Domestic vehicle applications. It provides the depth of diagnostics often found in expensive factory tools.

Bi-Directional Control: Allows technicians to send commands to a vehicle's modules to perform active tests, such as cycling solenoids, actuating relays, or running injector cut-out tests, which is crucial for advanced troubleshooting.

Module Coding, Resets, and Relearns: Supports essential service functions, including:

Reading and clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

Viewing and graphing live data streams (PIDs).

One-click resets for common maintenance items (e.g., oil light, Electronic Parking Brake (EPB), Steering Angle Sensor (SAS), Battery Management System (BMS)).

Performing module coding and vehicle component relearn procedures.

Wireless Connectivity: Uses Bluetooth for wireless communication between the tablet and the VCI/vehicle, allowing the technician to move freely around the vehicle bay. It also features Wi-Fi for software updates.

Durability and Design: The tablet is typically drop-tested and rated to a standard like IP65 (dustproof and water-resistant) for resilience in a demanding shop environment.

Vehicle Coverage and Software
The Matco Maximus series tools require an active software subscription to maintain the most current vehicle coverage and diagnostic functions.

Vehicle Year Coverage: While the base unit is capable of diagnosing vehicles up to the model year of its last software update, the current coverage ends when the subscription lapses. If the tool's software has not been updated since approximately 2019–2021, its ability to perform advanced diagnostics (like bi-directional tests and module coding) on vehicles from model year 2023 and newer will be significantly limited or non-existent, aligning with your observation.

Software Update Requirement: The necessity for a software update is likely due to an expired subscription. Purchasing an annual software update (part number MDMAXUPA for Legacy Tools like the Maximus 2.0, or a newer equivalent) would restore access to the latest software, expanding its vehicle coverage and functionality to include more recent model years.

The Adaptor Box contains various connectors necessary for diagnosing pre-OBD-II (generally pre-1996) or proprietary diagnostic ports found on some vehicles. The Matco Maximus 2.0 and maxGO Start Up Guide video provides a guide on setting up the tool for the first time.