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Version: V1.00.000 

Revised date: 06-11-2021 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Statement: LAUNCH owns the complete intellectual property rights for the 
software used by this product. For any reverse engineering or cracking actions 
against the software, LAUNCH will block the use of this product and reserve the 
right to pursue their legal liabilities. 

Summary of Contents for X-431 PROS V4.0

Page 1: ...NCH owns the complete intellectual property rights for the software used by this product For any reverse engineering or cracking actions against the software LAUNCH will block the use of this product...

Page 2: ...ducts by LAUNCH 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 compan...

Page 3: ...tool far away from magnetic devices because its radiations can damage the screen and erase the data stored on the tool DANGER Do not attempt to replace the internal rechargeable lithium battery Conta...

Page 4: ...ta Link Connector is clear and secure Automotive batteries contain sulfuric acid that is harmful to skin In operation direct contact with the automotive batteries should be avoided Keep the ignition s...

Page 5: ...ff 7 2 3 Basic Gestures 7 2 4 Screen layout 8 2 5 Adjust brightness 8 2 6 Set standby time 8 2 7 Change System Language 9 2 8 Network Setup 9 2 8 1 Connect to a Wi Fi network 9 2 8 2 Disconnect from a...

Page 6: ...6 2 Electronic Parking Brake Reset 51 6 3 Steering Angle Calibration 51 6 4 ABS Bleeding 51 6 5 Tire Pressure Monitor System Reset 51 6 6 Gear Learning 51 6 7 IMMO Service 52 6 8 Injector Coding 52 6...

Page 7: ...te VCI 64 9 5 Firmware Fix 65 9 6 Profile 65 9 7 Change password 65 9 8 Settings 65 9 8 1 Units of Measurement 65 9 8 2 Shop Information 66 9 8 3 Printer Set 66 9 8 4 Orientation 67 9 8 5 Clear Cache...

Page 8: ...c records from the cloud server to perform quick test eliminating guesswork and step by step manual menu selection Local Diagnose Follow the on screen prompts to start diagnostic session step by step...

Page 9: ...that the tool covers Add on modules Optional BST 360 Battery Tester and Videoscope are available as add on modules extending the functions of the tool 1 2 Package List Common accessories are same but...

Page 10: ...cable Optional 10 Non 16pin adaptor cable kit To connect to the vehicle equipped with non OBD II management system Optional 1 3 Components Controls There are two main components to the diagnostic sys...

Page 11: ...s to turn the tablet on In On mode Press it to wake it up if the screen is black Press it to enter sleep mode if the screen lights up Press it for 3 seconds to turn it off Press it for 8 seconds to pe...

Page 12: ...nto the slot to avoid loss 1 OBD 16 diagnostic connector To connect on vehicle s OBD II DLC socket 2 Mode indicator It illuminates red when the VCI connector is connected to the vehicle s DLC Blue ind...

Page 13: ...OS V4 0 User Manual 6 Camera Front facing 2 0MP camera Rear facing 5 0MP camera Working temperature 0 50 Storage temperature 20 70 VCI connector Working voltage 9 18V Working temperature 0 50 Relative...

Page 14: ...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 minu...

Page 15: ...the screen and then pinch them together 2 4 Screen Layout There are four on screen buttons available on the bottom of the screen BACK Tap it to return to the previous screen HOME Tap it to navigate t...

Page 16: ...Once you re online you can register your tool surf the Internet get apps send email launch the remote diagnosis and check for software updates etc 2 8 1 Connect to a Wi Fi network 1 On the home scree...

Page 17: ...t For new users please follow the operation chart shown below to get familiar with and start using this tool 3 2 Register Download Diagnostic Software Tap the application icon on the home screen to la...

Page 18: ...mber 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 Enter the information i...

Page 19: ...nd activate it later tap Skip In this case please activate the VCI by tapping User Info Activate VCI For details please refer to Chapter 9 4 Activate VCI Tap Activate to finish your registration Tap Y...

Page 20: ...e it Next time you login the system you will not be asked to input the account manually C If you forgot the password tap Retrieve password and then follow on screen instructions to set a new password...

Page 21: ...professionals diagnose and repair vehicles efficiently accurately and profitably Vehicle Coverage Check all the vehicle models that the tool covers Mall Subscribe some extra software or service funct...

Page 22: ...int Tap to print the current screen To perform printing you need to purchase an extra wireless printer manufactured by LAUNCH separately and then properly configure the wireless printer following the...

Page 23: ...hes from the center of the instrument panel dash under or around the driver s side for most vehicles If DLC is not located under dashboard a label should be there telling location For some Asian and E...

Page 24: ...d power adaptor to charging port of the tablet and the other end to AC outlet B Internal battery pack For non OBDII vehicle proceed as follows 1 Locate vehicle s DLC socket 2 Select the corresponding...

Page 25: ...LAUNCH X 431 PROS V4 0 User Manual 18...

Page 26: ...al menu selection The vehicle 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 l...

Page 27: ...ther devices you need to cancel the pairing of the VCI first via either one of the following ways On the Android s home screen tap Settings Bluetooth Choose the desired VCI from the Paired list Tap an...

Page 28: ...on the screen in sequence of date If no records exist the screen will show No Record Tap View record to view the details of the current diagnostic report To perform other functions tap Quick access t...

Page 29: ...module 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 vehicle s dashboard Other locations include the driver...

Page 30: ...rs I O and Q are never used in order to avoid mistakes of misreading No signs or spaces are allowed in the VIN After scanning the screen automatically displays the result If the VIN scanned is incorre...

Page 31: ...imized items and enhancements Software 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 fo...

Page 32: ...access all the electronic control units of the vehicle and generate a detailed report about vehicle health On the test item selection screen tap Health Report the system start scanning the ECUs and t...

Page 33: ...uble Codes or Fault Codes can be used to identify which engine systems or components that are malfunctioning Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition Retrieving and using DTCs for trouble...

Page 34: ...on list and input the required information and then tap OK Alternatively you can also set the workshop information in User Info Settings Print Information Once you configured the information it will b...

Page 35: ...g the systems Once the scanning is complete the screen will display the result Tap the desired system to advance to the test function selection page For detailed operations on test function please ref...

Page 36: ...wipe the screen from the bottom to view the vehicle system on the next page Tap the desired system take ECM for example to enter the test function selection screen Note Different vehicle has different...

Page 37: ...of an overall diagnostic strategy Never replace 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 loca...

Page 38: ...tion with the engine off Clearing DTCs does not fix the problem s that caused the code s to be set If proper repairs to correct the problem that caused the code s to be set are not made the code s wil...

Page 39: ...raffic accident Note The real time Live Data vehicle operating information values status that the on board computer supplies to the tool for each sensor actuator switch etc is called Parameter Identif...

Page 40: ...ith the reference value it displays in blue normal mode 2 The indicator 1 X shown on the bottom of the screen stands for the current page total page number Swipe the screen from the right left to adva...

Page 41: ...34 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 Graph Single Tap it to view the waveform...

Page 42: ...splay mode to Value display mode 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 opera...

Page 43: ...me 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 E Actuat...

Page 44: ...eration is successfully executed Completed displays F Special Function In addition to amazing powerful diagnostic function the tool also features various reset functions which varies from vehicle to v...

Page 45: ...your friend list 3 Friend list display area By default it appears blank 4 Message tab Once an incoming message reaches a red dot will appear on the upper right corner of the tab 5 Contact tab Tap to...

Page 46: ...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 k...

Page 47: ...tner receives the request a beep will sound Tap the Message tab Once the partner agreed your request he she will automatically be listed in the Contact tab If a technician sent you a friend request yo...

Page 48: ...nch s diagnostic tool equipped with this module After adding your friends tap the desired one s photo to enter a screen similar to the following Tap the input field and use the on screen keyboard to e...

Page 49: ...ly 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 shou...

Page 50: ...Diagnosis Generate diagnostic report Invite remote diagnostic assistant If you need support just use this option to invite a technician to perform a remote control on your tool Notes Remote diagnosis...

Page 51: ...LAUNCH X 431 PROS V4 0 User Manual 44 Cancel To cancel this operation...

Page 52: ...Diagnosis Device To PC 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 tec...

Page 53: ...c device to ON so that 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 When the partner accesses the link the PC d...

Page 54: ...unt and password and then tap Login to navigate to the following figure 4 Tell the partner to check the box Serial number and enter the Serial Number provided by you and then tap Start remote diagnosi...

Page 55: ...ge A Feedback Tap the target vehicle to enter the feedback page B History Tap it to view the diagnostic feedback logs which are marked with different color indicating the process status of the diagnos...

Page 56: ...ast 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 to th...

Page 57: ...lighting System Reset Sunroof Initialization Suspension Calibration IMMO Programming 6 1 Oil Reset Service This function enables you to reset the oil service for the engine oil life system which calc...

Page 58: ...6 4 ABS Bleeding This function allows you to perform various bi directional tests to check the operating conditions of Anti lock Braking System ABS It needs to be performed in the following cases 1 Wh...

Page 59: ...e ECU to the injector code of the corresponding cylinder so as to more accurately control or correct cylinder injection quantity It needs to be performed in the following cases After the ECU or inject...

Page 60: ...e or idle engine to adjust the amount of air intake 6 12 Gearbox Matching This function enables you to complete the gearbox self learning to improve gear shifting quality It needs to be performed in t...

Page 61: ...LAUNCH X 431 PROS V4 0 User Manual 54 6 16 IMMO Programming This function enables you to perform read write function for vehicle key EEPROM MCU and EEPROM FLASH data of vehicle engine gearbox ECU...

Page 62: ...hat some new software can be updated you may use this option to download it or keep it synchronized with the latest version 7 1 Update Diagnostic Software APP Tap Software Update on the Home screen to...

Page 63: ...ently used software you can use the Common Software option to create a frequently used software list Tap on the right edge of the screen a pop up window appears Select the checkbox before the software...

Page 64: ...Tap Renewal on the update page to navigate to the renewal type selection screen 2 Select PayPal and then follow the on screen instructions to finish the transaction 3 After payment go to update cente...

Page 65: ...LAUNCH X 431 PROS V4 0 User Manual 58 4 Go to update center to update the diagnostic software...

Page 66: ...on tool sold separately The following functions are included in this module ADAS Calibration This option allows you to activate the ADAS function on this tool Product Introduction A brief introduction...

Page 67: ...tablet as TPMS activation diagnostic tool which provides the ability to trigger TPMS sensor program TPMS sensor perform the relearning procedure It needs to work with the compatible TSGUN device sold...

Page 68: ...c Bluetooth battery tester sold separately For more details please refer to the User Manual included with the module 8 4 Videoscope This module allows you to check those unseen parts of engine fuel ta...

Page 69: ...ion is used to view delete or share the saved reports Tap My Report there are total 3 options available In case the DTC result is saved on Read Trouble Code page the files will be listed under Diagnos...

Page 70: ...am it will be saved as x431 file and appear under Diagnostic Record tab Tap the desired one to enter Select the desired data stream items and tap Confirm to jump to the playback page On screen Buttons...

Page 71: ...list of VCIs will be displayed on the screen Once you choose the VCI that belongs to other account you have to log out and then input the right account to continue 9 3 VCI Management This option is u...

Page 72: ...e this item to view and configure personal information 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 al...

Page 73: ...me you save the diagnostic report 9 8 3 Printer Set This option is designed to establish a wireless connection between the tablet and the printer sold separately while performing printing operations F...

Page 74: ...e printer is found tap Printing test to test the printing Now you can use the printer to print If the printer is not found please reset the printer to default factory settings refer to Step 2 for deta...

Page 75: ...iagnostic Software Clear This item allows you to hide clear the diagnostic software that is not frequently used Note Removing software may completely delete the software from the tablet If some softwa...

Page 76: ...the following steps 1 Tap Settings Security and set the Unknown sources to ON which allows you to install apps from unknown sources 2 A dialog box appears on the screen tap OK to confirm 3 Set the to...

Page 77: ...cks are normal send vehicle year make model and VIN number to us using Feedback feature 3 Failed to enter into vehicle ECU system Please confirm 1 Whether the vehicle is equipped with this system 2 Wh...

Page 78: ...l it 5 After installation use the existing username and password to login and go to update center to download the diagnostic software 6 What to do if the language of vehicle diagnostic software does n...

Page 79: ...thority to bind 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 expresse...

Page 80: ...s without notice 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 illustrati...

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