Launch X-431 PRO3 User Manual Download

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Version: V1.00.000

Revised date: Oct-07-2017

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Page 2: ... Trademark Information LAUNCH is a registered trademark of LAUNCH TECH CO LTD LAUNCH in China and other countries All other LAUNCH trademarks service marks domain names logos and company names referred to in this manual are either trademarks registered trademarks service marks domain names logos company names of or are otherwise the property of LAUNCH or its affiliates In countries where any of th...

Page 3: ...eld Keep X 431 PRO3 far away from magnetic devices because its radiations can damage the screen and erase the data stored on X 431 PRO3 DANGER Do not attempt to replace the internal rechargeable lithium battery Contact the dealer for factory replacement CAUTION Please use the included battery and charger Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type Use the approved charging ...

Page 4: ...C to conserve battery power Wear an ANSI approved eye shield when testing or repairing vehicles The vehicle shall be tested in a well ventilated work area as engines produce various poisonous compounds hydrocarbon carbon monoxide nitrogen oxides etc Do not connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never le...

Page 5: ...e 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 ECU Disconnect the power supply to the ECU before performing any welding operations on the vehicle Use extreme caution when performing any operations near the ECU or sensors Ground yourself when you disassemble PROM otherwise ECU and sensors can be damaged by static elec...

Page 6: ... 8 3 3 1 Power on 8 3 3 2 Power off 9 3 4 TIPS ON FINGER OPERATIONS 9 3 5 LOCK UNLOCK THE SCREEN 9 3 5 1 Lock the screen 9 3 5 2 Unlock the screen 9 3 6 SCREEN LAYOUT 10 3 7 CUSTOMIZE YOUR DESKTOP 10 3 7 1 Create a widget on the desktop 10 3 7 2 Move items on the desktop 10 3 7 3 Delete items from the desktop 10 3 7 4 Adjust brightness 11 3 7 5 Set standby time 11 3 8 CHANGING LANGUAGE 11 3 9 NETW...

Page 7: ... 1 Health Report Quick Test 34 5 2 2 System Scan 37 5 2 3 System Selection 38 5 3 REMOTE DIAGNOSIS 46 5 3 1 Interface Layout 47 5 3 2 Add Friends 48 5 3 3 Start Instant Messaging 49 5 3 4 Launch Remote Diagnosis Device To Device 51 5 3 5 Launch Remote Diagnosis Device To PC 54 5 4 HOW TO VIEW DIAGNOSTIC HISTORY 58 5 5 HOW TO FEEDBACK DIAGNOSTIC LOGS 59 6 SPECIAL RESET FUNCTION 62 6 1 OIL RESET SER...

Page 8: ... CONNECTOR CONNECTION MANAGEMENT 75 9 4 ACTIVATE CONNECTOR 75 9 5 FIRMWARE FIX 76 9 6 PROFILE 76 9 7 CHANGE PASSWORD 76 9 8 SETTINGS 76 9 8 1 Units of Measurement 76 9 8 2 Print Information 77 9 8 3 Launch Printer Set 77 9 8 4 Network test 79 9 8 5 About 79 9 8 6 Login Exit from current account 79 10 OTHERS 80 10 1 EMAIL 80 10 1 1 Configure an email account 80 10 1 2 Add an email account 80 10 2 B...

Page 9: ...LAUNCH X 431 PRO3 User Manual viii 10 3 2 Run on PC 81 10 3 3 Install an application 82 10 4 CLEAR CACHE 82 11 FAQ 83 w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 10: ...tween VCI connector and X 431 PRO3 handset it achieves full car model and full system vehicle trouble diagnosis which include Reading DTCs Clearing DTCs Reading Data Stream Actuation Test and Special Functions X 431 PRO3 adopts a higher performance price ratio tablet computer which is equipped with Android 7 1 operating system 1 3GHz quad core CPU and 10 1 HD display The following illustration sho...

Page 11: ...date Lets you update your diagnostic software online Diagnostic feedback Enables you to submit the vehicle issue to us for analysis and troubleshooting golo Business Manager On this platform you can provide nearby car owners with attentive service to develop new business opportunities manage technicians and golo customers more efficiently monitor customer s vehicle running status in real time mann...

Page 12: ...Fi 802 11a b g h Bluetooth 2 0 Working temperature 0 45 Storage temperature 20 70 VCI connector Working voltage DC 9 18V Average working current About 35mA Standby current About 25mA Working temperature 20 to 55 Storage temperature 30 to 70 Storage humidity 80 Working humidity 60 w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 13: ...ssing vehicle data See Chapter 2 2 2 1 X 431 PRO3 tablet The handset acts as the central processing system which is used to receive and analyze the live vehicle data from the VCI connector and then output the test result Fig 2 1 X 431 PRO3 handset 1 POWER Key In Off mode press it for 3 seconds to turn the handset on In On mode Press it to activate the LCD if the LCD is off Press it to turn off the...

Page 14: ...AC outlet for charging To connect to PC for data exchange 6 Rear Camera 7 Speakers 2 3 VCI Connector Only applies to 12V cars The VCI connector works as a vehicle communication interface device which is used to connect to the vehicle s DLC Data Link Connector socket directly or via OBD II extension cable to read the vehicle data and then send it to the X 431 PRO3 handset via Bluetooth w w w l a u ...

Page 15: ...abled and reserved for subsequent function extension 2 4 Package List Common accessories for each X 431 PRO3 are same but for different destinations the accessories of X 431 PRO3 such as diagnostic software testing connectors may vary Please consult from the local agency or check the package list supplied with X 431 PRO3 together No Item Descriptions Qt 1 X 431 PRO3 handset Indicates the test resu...

Page 16: ...r receptacle Optional 7 USB cable For connecting the X 431 PRO3 tablet to PC for data transmission or charging 1 8 OBD I adaptor box For connecting the VCI connector and non 16pin adaptor cable Optional 9 Non 16pin adaptor cable kit To connect to the vehicle equipped with non OBD II management system Optional w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 17: ... battery If the battery remains unused for a long period of time or the battery is completely discharged it is normal that the tool will not power on while being charged Please charge it for a period of 5 minutes and then turn it on Please use the included power adaptor to charge your tool No responsibility can be assumed for any damage or loss caused as a result of using power adaptors other than...

Page 18: ...To jump to different pages Drag Tap the desktop icon and drop it to other location Spread apart pinch together To zoom in manually place two fingers on the screen and then spread them apart To zoom out place two fingers apart on the screen and then pinch them together 3 5 Lock unlock the screen Many screen lock modes are available on X 431 PRO3 Note You are recommended to set screen lock as None s...

Page 19: ...ions and running applications Screenshot Tap to capture the current screen 3 7 Customize your desktop 3 7 1 Create a widget on the desktop 1 Tap and hold a blank area on the home screen tap WIDGETS below the preview screen 2 Tap and hold the desired application or widget and then drag it to the target position 3 7 2 Move items on the desktop Tap and hold the item to be moved and drag and drop it t...

Page 20: ...e from the list 3 Tap and hold the desired language and drag it to the top of the screen and then release it the system will change into the target language 3 9 Network Setting Note Once WLAN is set as ON X 431 PRO3 will consume more power While WLAN keeps unused please turn it off to conserve battery power X 431 PRO3 has a built in Wi Fi module that can be used to get online Once you re online yo...

Page 21: ...ap the Wi Fi network from the list to view its name link speed security type IP address etc When this tool is in range it will connect to the previously linked network automatically 3 9 2 Disconnect from a Wi Fi network 1 On the home screen tap Settings WLAN 2 Tap the network with a Connected status then tap Disconnect w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 22: ...t shown in Fig 4 1 to start using X 431 PRO3 Fig 4 1 Note If VIN Scan or Intelligent Diagnosis function is performed this step shall not apply 4 2 Register Download Diagnostic Software 4 2 1 User registration On the home screen tap the application icon to launch it and then tap Login to w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 23: ... go to B to login the system directly In case you forgot password refer to C to reset a new password A If you are a new user tap New Registration to enter registration page See Fig 4 3 Fig 4 3 In Fig 4 3 fill in the information in each field Items with must be filled After inputting tap Register a screen similar to the following will appear w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 24: ...sword envelope Fig 4 5 Note To exit and activate it later tap Skip In this case you can activate your connector by tapping Activate Connector in Personal Center For details please refer to Chapter 9 4 Tap Activate to finish your registration See Fig 4 6 Fig 4 6 Product SN Activation code Product SN w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 25: ... to wait To use the VINScan function you have to download the corresponding diagnostic software and AutoSearch file 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 X 431 PRO3 has an auto save function Once the username and password are correctly entered the system will automatically store it Next tim...

Page 26: ... and APK Reset To perform all kinds of common repair maintenance items including electronic throttle position reset ABS bleeding oil lamp reset 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 Diagnostic Feedback To feed back the recent 20 diagnostic logs to us for issue analysis Repai...

Page 27: ... Fig 4 8 1 VINScan button Tap it to scan the Vehicle Identification Number VIN code of your vehicle OBD VIN and INPUT VIN are included This function does not apply to the commercial vehicles Note Before using this function the corresponding diagnostic software and Auto search file need to be downloaded on your tool first while downloading the diagnostic software 2 All Tab Displays all the vehicle ...

Page 28: ...s through the whole diagnostic session The table below provides a brief description for the operations of the diagnostics toolbar buttons Fig 4 9 Name Button Description Home Returns to Job menu screen Print Tap to print the current screen To perform printing you need to purchase an extra Wi Fi printer manufactured by LAUNCH separately and then properly configure the wireless printer following the...

Page 29: ...cles the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the connector If the DLC cannot be found refer to the vehicle s service manual for the location Fig 4 10 4 3 3 Vehicle connection The method used to connect the diagnostic connector to a vehicle s DLC depends on the vehicle s configuration as follows A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies bot...

Page 30: ...cket 2 Select the corresponding non 16pin connector 3 Plug the non 16pin end of the connector into the DLC socket and the other end to the OBD I adaptor and then tighten the captive screws 4 Connect the other end of the adaptor to the included VCI connector 5 To supply power to OBD I adaptor from A Cigarette Lighter Cable Connect one end of the cigarette lighter cable to vehicle s cigarette lighte...

Page 31: ...tooth switch to ON and X 431 PRO3 starts searching for all available Bluetooth device Fig 4 13 4 Tap the desired VCI connector to pair and match By default the Bluetooth name of the connector is 98 00 where stands for 8 digits 5 If the Bluetooth pair request pops up on the screen enter the request pin code default code 0000 or 1234 6 Once the connector is paired with the X 431 PRO3 handset it will...

Page 32: ...ehicle information page lists all historical diagnostic records of the vehicle which lets the technician have a total command of the vehicle faults In addition a quick dial to local diagnosis and diagnostic function are also available on this page for reducing the roundabout time and increasing productivity Notes Before using this function please make sure the VCI connector is properly connected t...

Page 33: ... 5 3 If the VCI connector was once used with other devices you need to cancel the pairing of the connector first via either one of the following ways On the Android s home screen tap Settings Bluetooth Choose the desired VCI connector from the Paired list Tap and then tap FORGET to unpair it Tap Personal Center Diagnostic Connector Connection Management Tap Deactivate matching In Fig 5 3 tap Scan ...

Page 34: ...tarts reading the vehicle VIN A If the VIN can be found from the remote server database a screen similar to Fig 5 5 displays Fig 5 5 Tap Diagnostic to start a new diagnostic session Tap Maintenance record to view its historical repair record If there are w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 35: ... Record Fig 5 6 Tap View record to view the details of the current diagnostic report To perform other functions tap Quick access to directly go to the function selection screen Choose the desired one to start a new diagnostic session B If the handset failed to access the VIN information the screen will display as below w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 36: ...new diagnostic session Refer to Chapter 5 2 for detailed diagnostic operations Tap Scan VIN a screen similar to the following appears Fig 5 8 Place the VIN inside the viewfinder rectangle to scan it The most recognizable location for this number is in the top left corner on the w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 37: ...be capital letters A through Z and numbers 1 through 0 however the letters I O and Q are never used in order to avoid mistakes of misreading No signs or spaces are allowed in the VIN To turn the flash on tap After scanning the screen automatically displays the result Fig 5 9 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...

Page 38: ...s 1 VINSCAN enables you to access it more quickly In this case automatic scan OBD VIN and manual input INPUT VIN are available In Fig 5 10 tap VINScan the screen displays as follows Fig 5 11 A Camera Scan In this mode the VCI connector should be plugged into the vehicle s DLC first and then a Bluetooth communication should be w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 39: ...er is in the top left corner on the vehicle s dashboard Other locations include the driver s door or post and the firewall under the hood If you have scanned the VIN of the vehicle tap to choose it from the record list In case the handset failed to recognize it tap to enter it manually To turn the flash on tap Once the test vehicle is successfully identified X 431 PRO3 will jump to the function se...

Page 40: ...er the letters I O and Q are never used in order to avoid mistakes of misreading No signs or spaces are allowed in the VIN Tap INPUT VIN and a screen similar to Fig 5 14 will appear Fig 5 14 Input the VIN and tap Confirm the system will automatically identify the vehicle model and directly navigate to the function selection page 2 Tap a corresponding diagnostic software logo and then follow the on...

Page 41: ...introduction Tap to check the software function list Note Tap to read some precautions on using the current diagnostic software Search Bluetooth Tap to search for the available VCI Bluetooth connector Notes No Bluetooth connection is required for DEMO program If a vehicle is tested and no Bluetooth connection is made before diagnosis tap Search Bluetooth a dialog box similar to the following appea...

Page 42: ...he VCI connector Once it is found tap it to start pairing If the X 431 PRO3 handset has paired with the VCI connector it will enter Step 2 directly Confirm Tap it to go to next step 2 Select test item Select the desired test item to proceed Fig 5 17 w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 43: ...cess all the electronic control units of the vehicle and generate a detailed report about vehicle health Tap Health Report the system start scanning the ECUs and the screen displays as follows Fig 5 18 To stop the system scanning tap Pause Once the scanning is complete a screen similar to the following appears w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 44: ...e tested system with fault code appears in red and the system with OK displays in black normally On screen Buttons Clear DTC Tap to clear the existing diagnostic trouble codes Fault Report Tap to view the health report in details w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 45: ... 20 On screen Buttons Search Highlight a certain DTC item and then tap it to launch the browser to search for more detailed information about the selected DTC online Report To save the current data in text format w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 46: ...ormation will be appended to the diagnostic report To skip the workshop information tap Skip to go to the next step All reports are saved under the tab Diagnostic Report in My Report from Personal Center menu For details on report operations please refer to Chapter 9 1 My Report 5 2 2 System Scan This option allows you to quickly scan which systems are installed on the vehicle In Fig 5 17 tap Syst...

Page 47: ...function selection page For detailed operations on test function please refer to Chapter 5 2 3 5 2 3 System Selection This option allows you manually select the test system and function step by step In Fig 5 17 tap System Selection the screen displays as follows w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 48: ... menus A Version Information This function is used to read the version information of system mode vehicle VIN software and ECU In Fig 5 24 tap Version Information the screen displays as Fig 5 25 Fig 5 25 Tap OK to confirm and exit B Read Fault Code This function displays the detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the vehicle s control system In Fig 5 24 tap Read DTC the screen will dis...

Page 49: ...lues at the time the DTC is set Help Tap to view the help information Related Search Tap it to search for more information about the current DTC online Report To save the current data in text format All reports are saved under the tab Diagnostic Report in My Report from Personal Center menu For details on report operations please refer to Chapter 9 1 My Report C Clear Fault Memory After reading th...

Page 50: ...lear Fault Memory a confirmation dialog box pops up on the screen Tap Yes the system will automatically delete the currently existing trouble code Note The trouble code will not disappear until the trouble was completely cleared D Read Data Stream This option retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the vehicle s ECU In Fig 5 24 tap Read Data Stream the system will display data stream ...

Page 51: ...ap it to confirm and jump to the next step After selecting the desired items tap Confirm to enter the data stream reading page Fig 5 29 Notes 1 If the value of the data stream item is out of the range of the standard reference value the whole line will display in red If it complies with the reference value it displays in blue normal mode 2 The indicator 1 X shown on the bottom of the screen stands...

Page 52: ...xts 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 different items are marked in different colors On screen Buttons Combine This option is mostly used in graph merge status for data comparison In this case different items are marked in different colors Tap it to select the desired i...

Page 53: ...er 9 1 My Report Record Tap to start recording diagnostic data for future playback and analysis The saved file follows the naming rule It begins with vehicle type and then the record starting time and ends with x431 To differentiate between files please configure the accurate system time The file is stored in My Report under Personal Center menu Help Tap to view the help information Graph Tap it t...

Page 54: ...del During the actuation test the X 431 PRO3 handset outputs commands to the ECU in order to drive the actuators and then determines the integrity of the system or parts by reading the ECU data or by monitoring the operation of the actuators such as switching a injector between two operating states In Fig 5 24 tap Actuation Test the system will display as follows w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 55: ... Each time when an operation is successfully executed Completed displays 5 3 Remote Diagnosis This option aims to help repair shops or technicians launch instant messaging and remote diagnosis making the repair job getting fixed faster Tap Remote Diagnosis on the Job menu the screen appears blank by default w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 56: ...put the username of the X 431 PRO3 to start searching and then tap the desired one to add it into your friend list 3 Friend list display area By default it appears blank 3 Message tab Once an incoming message reaches a red dot will appear on the upper right corner of the tab 4 Contact tab Tap to enter the friend list w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 57: ...Tap Contact to enter the contact page By default it appears blank In the search bar input the partner s username and tap Search button next to the search bar to starts searching from Launch s golo business database The partner must be the users who have registered their Launch s diagnostic tools They may be the following Workshop Technician golo users Once the result matches the keyword a screen s...

Page 58: ... Contact tab If a technician sent you a friend request you can tap Agree to confirm and his her name will appear in the friend list Contact Or tap Ignore to ignore this request Fig 5 36 5 3 3 Start Instant Messaging Note The I M Instant Messaging function is open to all users who had Launch s diagnostic tool equipped with this module After adding your friends tap the desired one s photo to enter a...

Page 59: ...n screen keyboard to enter the text message and then tap Send to send it Tap to send the voice message Tap to send the emoj Tap to call out more function options Tap Clear to delete all the partner s dialog logs Tap Close to close the current dialog w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 60: ...mote diagnosis with other diagnostic tools including but not limited to the X 431 PRO3 of Launch family which are equipped with this module Note Before performing this operation please make sure the following no matter which side sends the remote request Turn on the vehicle power supply Throttle should be in a closed position The X 431 PRO3 should be properly connected to the vehicle s DLC and a s...

Page 61: ...nosis In process of remote diagnosis tap the button to send a voice message Once vehicle diagnosis is complete a report will be created Input your comments on this report and then tap Send Report 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 diagnostic ass...

Page 62: ... button to send voice message Once you received the report from the partner tap View Report to view details All diagnostic reports are saved under the Remote Diagnostic Reports tab of My Reports in Personal Center Cancel To cancel this operation w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 63: ... Except that the remote diagnosis can be done between different Launch s diagnostic tools that come loaded with the module user also can ask for remote control from PC client technician Fig 5 40 Tap the Web Remote tab the screen displays as follows w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 64: ...hat the partner can find and connect to this device while using the PC 2 Notify the partner of the PC client website http remote x431 com cn When the partner accesses the link the PC displays as below Note Before processing remote diagnosis please make sure the X 431 PRO3 handset is properly connected to the vehicle w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 65: ...wn official technician account and password and then tap Login to navigate to the following figure Fig 5 43 4 Tell the partner to check the box Series number and enter the Serial Number provided by you and then tap Start remote diagnosis to control w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 66: ... You are not suggested to execute any actions 2 The partner is not allowed to save any diagnostic reports or records on your handset The operations in remote diagnosis are same as those in local diagnosis Once the session is complete a remote diagnostic report will be automatically generated w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 67: ...y of starting from scratch Tap Diagnostic History on the Job menu screen all diagnostic records will be listed on the screen in date sequence Fig 5 44 Tap certain vehicle model to view the details of the last diagnostic report To delete certain diagnostic history select it and then tap Delete To delete all historical records tap Select All and then tap Delete Tap Quick access to directly navigate ...

Page 68: ...iagnostic logs This item allows you to feedback your diagnostic problems to us for analysis and troubleshooting Tap Feedback a pop up message will appear Fig 5 45 Tap CONFIRM to choose the vehicle diagnostic record page Fig 5 46 w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 69: ...431 PRO3 User Manual 60 A Tap the desired vehicle to enter the diagnostic log selection page Fig 5 47 Select the check box and tap Submit A screen similar to the following will appear w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 70: ...k text box and telephone or email address After inputting tap Submit Result to send it to us B Tap History the diagnostic logs marked with different color indicate the process status of the diagnostic feedback Green Red Blue means the diagnostic feedback is fixed pending in process respectively w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 71: ...jector Coding Battery Maintenance System Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Regeneration Electronic Throttle Position Reset There are two methods to reset service lamp Manual reset or Auto reset Auto reset follows the principle of sending command from the tool to vehicle s ECU to do resetting While using manual reset users just follow the on screen instructions to select appropriate execution options e...

Page 72: ...ter service you need to reset the driving mileage or driving time so that the service lamp turns off and the system enables the new service cycle 2 After changing engine oil or electric appliances that monitor oil life you need to reset the service lamp 6 2 Electronic Parking Brake Reset 1 If the brake pad wears the brake pad sense line the brake pad sense line sends a signal sense line to the on ...

Page 73: ... be performed to bleed the ABS 6 5 Tire Pressure Monitor System Reset This function allows you to quickly look up the tire sensor IDs from the vehicle s ECU as well as to perform TPMS replacement and sensor test 1 After the tire pressure MIL turns on and maintenance is performed the tire pressure resetting function must be performed to reset tire pressure and turn off the tire pressure MIL 2 Tire ...

Page 74: ... key is placed in the ignition the transponder sends a signal with a unique identification 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 the car If the code is incorrect or absent the computer disables the system and the car will be unable to start until ...

Page 75: ...usage more accurately which can avoid an error message displaying on the instrument panel 6 10 Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Regeneration DPF regeneration is used to clear PM Particulate Matter from the DPF filter through continuous combustion oxidation mode such as high temperature heating combustion fuel additive or catalyst reduce PM ignition combustion to stabilize the filter performance DPF r...

Page 76: ...p it synchronized with the latest version Tap Software Upgrade on the Job menu to enter the update center Fig 7 1 By default all diagnostic software is selected To deselect certain software tap Unselect and then check the box next to vehicle model Tap Update to start downloading It may take several minutes to finish it please be patient to wait To pause downloading tap Stop To resume it tap Contin...

Page 77: ...LAUNCH X 431 PRO3 User Manual 68 connection failure occurs tap Retry to try again Once download is finished the software packages will be installed automatically w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 78: ...rs with attentive service to develop new business opportunities manage technicians and golo customers more efficiently monitor customer s vehicle running status in real time manner and perform remote assistance anywhere etc It is very helpful to increase productivity and boost shop revenue Tap golo on the Job menu to enter golo business manager account See Fig 7 1 Fig 8 1 A If you had no golo busi...

Page 79: ...fine the item Model specialized tap the icon to select the vehicle models After entering tap Submit to confirm Sign up successfully will pop up and the system will jump to golo main menu screen B If you have a golo business manager account tap Link now to bind this tool to it Fig 8 3 For more detailed operations on this module please refer to the user manual included within this application w w w ...

Page 80: ...iles will be listed under Diagnostic Report tab Fig 9 1 To select certain report check the box before the report To select all reports tap Select All To deselect all tap Unselect To share the report with others select the desired one and then tap Share Select the desired report and then tap Delete to delete it To change the filename of report tap Rename If user records the running parameters while...

Page 81: ...LAUNCH X 431 PRO3 User Manual 72 Fig 9 2 Tap the desired one to enter w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 82: ...LAUNCH X 431 PRO3 User Manual 73 Fig 9 3 Select the desired data stream items and tap Confirm to jump to the playback page w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 83: ...Combine this option is mostly used in graph merge status for data comparison In this case different items are marked in different colors Frame Playback plays back the recorded data stream items frame by frame Once it is in frame playback mode this button changes into Auto Playback Remote Diagnostic Report lists all diagnostic reports generated in process of remote diagnosis w w w l a u n c h c i s...

Page 84: ...unt to continue 9 3 Diagnostic Connector Connection Management This option is used for X 431 PRO3 to deactivate pairing up with the VCI connector via Bluetooth Fig 9 5 Note please be sure to keep the VCI connector powered on while performing the operation 9 4 Activate Connector This item lets you to activate a new VCI connector Fig 9 6 Input the Serial Number and Activation Code and then tap Activ...

Page 85: ...g 9 7 Tap the user image to change it Tap next to Free Upgrade Period to check the due date of all diagnostic software 9 7 Change password This item allows you to modify your login password 9 8 Settings It enables you to make some application settings and view software version information etc 9 8 1 Units of Measurement It is designed to configure the measurement unit Metric System and English Syst...

Page 86: ... every time you save the diagnostic report 9 8 3 Launch Printer Set This option is designed to establish a wireless connection between X 431 PRO3 and the Wi Fi printer sold separately while performing printing operations Follow the steps below to connect the printer 1 Tap Launch Wireless Printer Connection Fig 9 9 A If it is the first time you have operated this printer please proceed the followin...

Page 87: ...t reboot 1 rebooting 1 Tap Reset to configure Wi Fi printer Fig 9 10 Step 1 Connect the printer Tap Scan to start scanning and select the desired printer hotspot named with X 431PRINTER XXXX XXXX stands for 4 characters and then tap Connect to enter Step 2 Step 2 Join the Wi Fi printer into LAN w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 88: ...whether the current device and the printer are on the same 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 changes you have to reset the Wi Fi printer 9 8 4 Network test It enables you to test whether the current network environment is good or not It is nor...

Page 89: ...ail address and password tap Next Note If Manual setup is selected please consult your email service provider for detailed parameter setting 4 Follow the on screen instructions to proceed until the system prompts you that the account setup has been finished 10 1 2 Add an email account 1 Tap Settings Accounts 2 Tap Add account 3 Choose the desired account type 10 2 Browser 10 2 1 Open browser On th...

Page 90: ...e then choose Save image from pop up menu to download it To download a link tap and hold it and then choose Save link To protect your X 431 PRO3 and personal data please download applications from trusted sources To configure it tap Settings Security and then slide the Unknown sources switch to off 10 3 Synchronization You can transfer media files and APK between the PC and X 431 PRO3 10 3 1 Conne...

Page 91: ...en tap OK to confirm 3 Set the tool as Connected as a media device and copy the APK file from the PC to the tool 10 4 Clear Cache Doing so clears all browsing records and accounts and enables X 431 PRO3 to run smoothly and quickly 1 Tap Settings Apps 2 Tap and select Sort by size to arrange all applications in size order 3 Tap certain application then tap Clear Cache to release the space these cac...

Page 92: ...ow to do if the system runs slow In this case please do the followings Check all running applications and stop the unnecessary applications Steps Settings Apps Running Tap the desired application and then tap Stop Check all installed applications remove the unnecessary applications Steps Settings Apps Downloaded Tap the desired application and then tap Uninstall If all steps mentioned above are fi...

Page 93: ...st or not Multiple VCI connectors can be bound to one tool If you intend to use one of the VCI connectors to diagnose or test a vehicle just switch to the corresponding VCI connector 6 How to update the APK and diagnostic software 1 Tap the application icon on the home screen to launch it 2 Tap Software Upgrade 3 Tap Select all if all the software needs to be downloaded To cancel the selection of ...

Page 94: ...online you can register your X 431 PRO3 browse the Internet get and update apps and send email on your network Note Once WLAN is set as ON X 431 PRO3 will consume more power While WLAN keeps unused please turn it off to conserve battery power 1 On the home screen tap Settings Wi Fi 2 Tap or slide the Wi Fi switch to ON X 431 PRO3 starts searching all available wireless LANs 3 Choose the desired Wi...

Page 95: ...follow the on screen prompts to retrieve the password 10 The data and time of X 431 PRO3 can not be set It is because Automatic date time is set on your X 431 PRO3 Tap Settings Date time deselect Automatic date time and then set the date and time manually w w w l a u n c h c i s r u ...

Page 96: ...nd LAUNCH to any affirmation representation or warranty concerning LAUNCH automotive meters except as stated herein Disclaimer The above warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Purchase Order Replaceable and optional parts can be ordered directly from your LAUNCH authorized tool supplier Your order...

Page 97: ...ice The actual object may differ a little from the descriptions 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 if you have any question please contact local dealer or after sale service center of LAUNCH LAUNCH does not bear any responsibility arising from...

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