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X-431 IMMO PAD User Manual

 

Input the Product Serial Number and Activation Code can be found in the supplied Password Envelope. 

*Note: To exit and activate it later, tap 

Skip

. In this case, you can activate the VCI by tapping 

Other Modules

 -> 

User Info -> 

Activate VCI

 

3. Finish Registration: Tap 

Yes

 to navigate to the download page and download the diagnostic software. Tap 

No

 to 

download and install it later. 

On the download page,  tap 

Update

  to start downloading. To pause downloading, tap 

Stop

.  Once download is 

complete, the system will install the software package automatically. 

*Note: When downloading the diagnostic software or checking for updates, make sure the tablet has a strong Wi-Fi connection. 
It may take a long time to finish it, please be patient to wait.   

B.  If you have registered to be a member, input your name and password, and then tap the

 Login

 button to enter the 

main menu screen directly. 

*Note:  The  tablet  has an auto-save function.  Once the username and password are  correctly entered, the system will 

automatically store it. After initial setup, it is no longer necessary to input the account information manually to log in. 

C.  If you have created a sub-account or bound an existing account to the tool, tap 

Sub-account login

 to login. For 

more details on sub-accounts, refer to Chapter 9.3.11. 

D.  If you forgot the password, tap 

Retrieve password

 and then follow on-screen instructions to set a new password. 

4.2 Home Screen 

It mainly includes the following items:   

Name 

Description 

IMMO 

Enable you to perform the anti-theft key matching function, so that the immobilizer 
control system on the car identifies and authorizes remote control keys to normally 
use the car. 

IMMO PROG 

•  Read transponder data (including Mercedes Benz infrared smart key), and 

generate exclusive keys.   

•  Read/write on-board EEPROM chip data, and read/write MCU/ECU chip data. 

Intelligent Diagnose 

This module allows you to obtain vehicle data from the cloud server to perform 
quick test via reading VIN, which provides a perfect solution to various defects 
resulting from step-by-step menu selection. In addition, user can also check the 
historical repair records online through this module. 

Local Diagnose 

Diagnose a vehicle manually. 

Remote Diagnose 

This option aims to help repair shops or technicians launch instant messaging and 
remote diagnosis, making the repair job getting fixed faster. 

SmartLink Diag. 

The SmartLink system is powerful remote diagnostics solution developed by 
LAUNCH.   

The system consists of SmartLink C dongle, SmartLink Service Platform and 
SmartLink B dongle. 

•  SmartLink C dongle: For technicians seeking technical assistance and additional 

expertise on various vehicle issues. 

•  SmartLink Service Platform: For SmartLink C posting assistance request and 

Summary of Contents for X-431-IMMO Pad

Page 1: ...onoxide nitrogen oxides etc that cause slower reaction time and result in death or serious personal injury Please use the included battery and power adaptor Risk of explosion if the battery is replace...

Page 2: ...lacement Do not disconnect battery or any wiring cables in the vehicle when the ignition switch is on as this could avoid damage to the sensors or the ECU Do not place any magnetic objects near the EC...

Page 3: ...1 4 5 Connections 11 4 5 1 Preparation 11 4 5 2 Vehicle connection 12 5 Key Immobilizer Immobilizer Programming 13 5 1 Key Immobilizer IMMO 13 5 1 1 Vehicle connection 13 5 1 2 Immobilizer operations...

Page 4: ...ed 47 6 22 Transport Mode 47 6 23 AdBlue Reset Diesel Engine Exhaust Gas Filter 47 6 24 NOx Sensor Reset 47 6 25 Stop Start Reset 47 7 Software Update 48 7 1 Update Diagnostic Software APP 48 7 2 Upda...

Page 5: ...ss Upgrade 56 9 7 File Explorer 57 9 8 Gallery 57 10 J2534 Reprogramming Using SmartLink C 58 10 1 As a Local J2534 PassThru Device 58 10 2 As a Remote J2534 PassThru Device 58 11 Synchronization 60 1...

Page 6: ...ecial Functions etc Remote Diagnosis This option aims to help repair shops or technicians launch instant messaging and remote diagnosis making the repair job getting fixed faster Reset All kinds of co...

Page 7: ...vehicle s live data 1 3 OBD II extension cable Connects the VCI for extension purpose 1 4 OBD I adaptor Connects the non 16pin connector to the VCI 1 5 Cigarette lighter cable Supplies power to the n...

Page 8: ...to the X 431 IMMO PAD system Display Tablet the central processor and monitor for the system See Chapter 2 1 VCI the device for accessing vehicle data See Chapter 2 2 2 1 Display Tablet 1 Memory Card...

Page 9: ...dio Speaker Convert an electrical audio signal into a corresponding sound 15 Charging Slot Align it with the charging slot on the docking station to charge the tablet 2 2 SmartLink C Device The SmartL...

Page 10: ...e OBD II extension cable 4 DC IN Port Currently disabled and for manufacturer use only Warning The SmartLink C device obtains power through the vehicle s DLC and it is prohibited to connect to an exte...

Page 11: ...ng slots and then dock the tablet into the station to ensure that it is firmly seated on the docking station 3 Insert one end of the included power cord to the charging port of the docking station the...

Page 12: ...i Fi communication modules One is used to communicate with the tablet and the other allows the tablet to get online Once you re online you can register your tool update diagnostic software APK browse...

Page 13: ...n the system directly If you have bound a sub account to this tool go to C to login the system In case you forgot password refer to D to reset a new password A If you are a new user tap New Registrati...

Page 14: ...unts refer to Chapter 9 3 11 D If you forgot the password tap Retrieve password and then follow on screen instructions to set a new password 4 2 Home Screen It mainly includes the following items Name...

Page 15: ...gs to us for issue analysis Mall Subscribe some extra software or service functions that are not included in the diagnostic tool online Software Update Update vehicle diagnostic software and APK Info...

Page 16: ...Function Home Return to the home screen Print Tap to print the selected screenshots out via external printer The printer needs to be configured separately For details on printer setting refer to Chap...

Page 17: ...vehicle not equipped with an OBD II management system supplies communication through a DLC connection and in some cases supplies 12V power through the cigarette lighter receptacle or a connection to t...

Page 18: ...fication code to the reader which relays it to a receiver in the vehicle s computer control module If the code is correct the computer allows the fuel supply and ignition systems to operate and start...

Page 19: ...to perform the functions of key adding and all lost for BMW CAS4 CAS4 Anti theft system module 1 Tap IMMO and select BMW to enter the software 2 Tap OK 3 Enter the Anti Theft System follow the illustr...

Page 20: ...en will appear 6 Tap Preprocessing to perform Read Anti Theft data Key Matching and more If it has already been preprocessed here you can perform the relevant functions The ECU will be upgraded in thi...

Page 21: ...the function menu and tap Key Learning 10 After the key information successfully read select the unused key position and tap Key Generated By Ignition Switch 11 Read and display the password and tap O...

Page 22: ...y for use 5 2 Immobilizer Programming IMMO PROG The X PROG 3 is required when performing this operation It has the following functions 1 Read transponder data including Mercedes Benz infrared smart ke...

Page 23: ...ailed connection see Chapter 4 5 2 A stable network connection is required for this function Follow the steps below to proceed 1 Tap Intelligent Diagnose to start pairing with the VCI 2 After pairing...

Page 24: ...IN manually if the tablet has failed to identify the VIN of the vehicle Tap to scan the VIN barcode If the VIN barcode cannot be recognized please manually input the VIN Tap to scan the VIN character...

Page 25: ...ng screen will appear If the VIN scanned is incorrect tap the result field to modify it and then tap OK If the VIN exists on the remote server the system will navigate to the diagnostic function selec...

Page 26: ...verage Tap to view the vehicle models that the current diagnostic software covers What s new Tap to view the optimized items and enhancements Introduction Tap to check the software function list Note...

Page 27: ...code appears in red and the system with OK displays in green normally Note Diagnostic Trouble Codes or Fault Codes can be used to identify which engine systems or components that are malfunctioning N...

Page 28: ...agnostic report select Diagnostic Scan Note For workshop information tap the input box to enter it Alternatively you can also set it in User Info Settings Shop Information Once you configured the info...

Page 29: ...e problem that caused the code s to be set are not made the code s will appear again and the check engine light will illuminate as soon as the problem that cause the DTC to set manifests itself 6 2 2...

Page 30: ...a part based only on the DTC definition Each DTC has a set of testing procedures instructions and flow charts that must be followed to confirm the location of the problem This information can be found...

Page 31: ...se troubleshoot the code using a factory diagnosis guide then clear the code and recheck D Read Data Stream This option lets you view and capture record real time Live Data This data including current...

Page 32: ...ch displays the parameters in texts and shows in list format Graph Displays the parameters in waveform graphs Combine This option is mostly used in graph merge status for data comparison In this case...

Page 33: ...iately Compare Sample Tap to select the sample DS file All the values you customized and saved in process of DS sampling will be imported into the Standard Range See below column for your comparison N...

Page 34: ...e data to overwrite the current standard range Tap it to start recording the sample data Note Only data stream items with measurement units will be recorded the following screen will appear Once the r...

Page 35: ...abled by default Before using this function users must activate it using the ADAS Activation Card 6 3 Remote Diagnose 6 3 1 X 431 Remote Diagnose This option aims to help repair shops or technicians l...

Page 36: ...sers who have registered their Launch specific diagnostic tools They may be the following Workshop Technician golo users Once the result matches the keyword the following screen will appear Tap Remote...

Page 37: ...se To start a remote diagnostic session For details refer to Chapter 5 3 4 Camera Open camera to take pictures Tap Clear to delete all the partner s dialog logs 3 Launch remote diagnosis Device To Dev...

Page 38: ...eport to send it to the partner Tap Request control remote device Wait for partner s confirmation Start connecting after request confirmed Start Diagnosis Generate diagnostic report Invite remote diag...

Page 39: ...al Tap Invite remote diagnostic assistant Choose the desired diagnostic software Wait for partner s confirmation Start connecting after request confirmed Start Diagnosis Generate diagnostic report Can...

Page 40: ...ount and password Input the Serial Number of your handset Start Diagnosis Generate diagnostic report Tap the Remote tab the following screen will appear 1 Slide the switch Allow device to be connected...

Page 41: ...n remote diagnosis are same as those in local diagnose Once the session is complete a remote diagnostic report will be automatically generated 6 3 2 SmartLink Diag SmartLink is a newly developed power...

Page 42: ...Link B SmartLink C Customer SmartLink Service Subscriber In the SmartLink system the SmartLink A has an I d like a remote assistance module on the SmartLink Service Platform for submitting remote repa...

Page 43: ...Binds SmartLink B dongles and accepts orders from SmartLink C If the SmartLink B dongle works with the LAUNCH specific diagnostic tool equipped with SmartLink module tap SmartLink to add the SmartLink...

Page 44: ...ore SmartLink C device to the current account Post request Submits a new remote assistance order 2 Tap the Post Request button to fill in the following information In the Device S N column choose the...

Page 45: ...ls Double check if the order information is correct or not Review Rates the service that has been already finished 4 Next refer to Chapter 7 2 2 to make connections and start the diagnosis Note The re...

Page 46: ...the following message will be displayed on the SmartLink C screen 1 Network delay status Indicates the quality of the current network Different colors represent different delay status There are three...

Page 47: ...ic information The History function allows access to previously tested vehicle records Testing can be resumed from the previous operation without starting from scratch Tap Diagnostic History on the ho...

Page 48: ...cription in the blank text box and telephone or email address After inputting tap Submit Result to send it to us B History Tap it to view all diagnostic feedback records Different process states are m...

Page 49: ...ats Calibration Tyre Reset Language Change A F Reset Coolant Bleed Transport Mode AdBlue Reset NOx Sensor Reset Stop Start Reset There are two methods to reset service lamp Manual reset or Auto reset...

Page 50: ...form various bi directional tests to check the operating conditions of Anti lock Braking System ABS 1 When the ABS contains air the ABS bleeding function must be performed to bleed the brake system to...

Page 51: ...gh temperature heating combustion fuel additive or catalyst reduce PM ignition combustion to stabilize the filter performance DPF regeneration may be performed in the following cases a The exhaust bac...

Page 52: ...rol panel 6 20 A F Reset This function is applied to set or learn Air Fuel ratio parameters 6 21 Coolant Bleed Use this function to activate the electronic water pump before venting the cooling system...

Page 53: ...re subscription is due or expires the system will prompt you to renew your subscription and a Renewal button will appear on the bottom of the update page Tap Renewal to navigate to the payment screen...

Page 54: ...1 IMMO PAD User Manual C Credit Card 1 Tap Renewal on the update page to navigate to the renewal type selection screen 2 Select Credit Card and then follow the on screen instructions to finish the tra...

Page 55: ...ackage Purchase Renewal the following screen will appear Tap Software List to check which vehicle diagnostic software is included in this package Tap Subscription Renewal Card to enter the following s...

Page 56: ...s saved on Read Trouble Code page the files will be listed under Health Reports tab If user records the running parameters while reading data stream the tablet will save the file which appears under R...

Page 57: ...rmation This option lets you define your print information It mainly includes Workshop Address Telephone Fax and License Plate After inputting tap Save Once you saved the print information it will be...

Page 58: ...ame LAN B If you have configured the Wi Fi printer to the LAN 2 Tap Connect to Printer a If the local network remains as it is tap Test Print directly to test the printing b If the local network chang...

Page 59: ...set whether automatic update function is ON 7 Device account management This option is used to manage the sub accounts The added sub account allows the VCI connector to be used by different users to l...

Page 60: ...use this feature to remove it To re download it go to Software Update All Software 9 4 Toolbox This function includes the following add on modules Oscilloscope Ignition Sensor Multimeter Battery Teste...

Page 61: ...or more details please refer to the User Manual included with the module 9 5 TeamViewer This function enables you to receive remote support from technician fellows colleagues or friends by allowing th...

Page 62: ...omputer The app also features an application manager task killer and download manager Another excellent feature is support for cloud storage accounts This means you can download files directly to the...

Page 63: ...at the SmartLink C acts as a VCI device and a SmartLink dongle it also can be used as a J2534 PassThru device working together with the PC installed with the OEM diagnostic software to perform the J25...

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Page 65: ...let to a computer via the included USB cable 2 Swipe the screen from the top tap USB Management 3 Deselect the USB Switch 4 Swipe the screen from the top tap the following screen will appear 5 Tap USB...

Page 66: ...ting until the tool automatically reboots 5 How to download the X 431 IMMO PAD App after resetting the tablet Note Before registration please make sure the network is properly connected After the tabl...

Page 67: ...y be too many people using the network in the LAN and some users are downloading It is recommended to use a stable network for remote SmartLink diagnosis 4 Why does the sign appear on the upper right...

Page 68: ...he fault condition that is causing the MIL to activate Drive Cycle A set of driving procedures that when met provide the Enabling Criteria for the I M Monitors to run and complete their diagnostic tes...

Page 69: ...cs Version 2 OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer PID Parameter Identification Data Data returned by the vehicle s Control Modules to the diagnostic tool TPMS Tire Pressure Monitor System VCI Vehicle C...

Page 70: ...o be defective is repair or replacement and LAUNCH shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages Final determination of defects shall be made by LAUNCH in accordance with procedures...

Page 71: ...m If the unit is determined to be in warranty it will be repaired or replaced at no charge If the unit is determined to be out of warranty it will be repaired for a nominal service charge plus return...

Page 72: ...ptions in the manual in physical appearance color and configuration We have tried our best to make the descriptions and illustrations in the manual as accurate as possible and defects are inevitable i...

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