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LAUNCH LAUNCH the warranty right. nearby. • CAUTION: This tool contains an internal Lithium Polymer battery. The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, pierce or dispose of the battery in fire or water. • This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with or near this item. • Do not expose the device to rain or wet conditions. • Do not place the device on any unstable surface.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Table of Contents 1. Introduction..................................................................................................1 2. General Information-About OBDII/EOBD..................................................3 5.2.3 Copy ID by activation.......................................................................36 5.2.4 Program multi-sensor ......................................................................38 5.3 TPMS Service......................................................
LAUNCH 1. Introduction This TPMS activation & diagnostic tool is specially developed by LAUNCH, which enables users to trigger TPMS sensor, program TPMS sensor, perform the relearning procedure and check sensor part number. Additionally, it also supports all 10 modes of OBD II test for a complete diagnosis.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 1. Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) Label. It is located under the hood or by the radiator of most vehicles. If the vehicle is OBD II compliant, the label will designate “OBD II Certified”. 2. General Information-About OBDII/EOBD 2.1 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) I Note: With the exception of some 1994 and 1995 vehicles, most vehicles from 1982 to 1995 are equipped with some type of first generation On-Board Diagnostics. 2.
LAUNCH LAUNCH • A large number of vehicles had deteriorating or degraded emissions-related components. These components were causing an increase in emissions. • To standardize communication procedures and protocols between the diagnostic equipment (Diagnostic Tools, Code Readers, etc.) and the vehicle’s on-board computer. • Because OBD I systems only detect failed components, the degraded components were not setting codes. 2.
LAUNCH LAUNCH most vehicles. If Data Link Connector is not located under dashboard, a label should be there telling location. For some Asian and European vehicles, 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. 2.5 OBD II Terminology The following terms and their definitions are related to OBD II systems.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Enabling Criteria -- Also termed Enabling Conditions. They are the vehiclespecific events or conditions that must occur within the engine before the various monitors will set, or run. Some monitors require the vehicle to follow a prescribed “drive cycle” routine as part of the enabling criteria. Drive cycles vary among vehicles and for each monitor in any particular vehicle. Please refer to the vehicle’s factory service manual for specific enabling procedures.
LAUNCH LAUNCH severe, and may cause catalytic converter damage, it commands the MIL to “flash” once per second as soon as the misfire is sensed. When the misfire is no longer present, the MIL reverts to steady “On” condition. The Misfire Monitor is supported by both “spark ignition” vehicles and “compression ignition” vehicles. 2. Fuel System Monitor This Monitor uses a Fuel System Correction program, called Fuel Trim, inside the on-board computer.
LAUNCH LAUNCH vehicle operation. When the vehicle is operating in closed-loop, the computer uses the oxygen sensor signal for air/fuel mixture corrections. In order for the computer to enter closed-loop operation, the oxygen sensor must reach a temperature of at least 600°F. The oxygen sensor heater helps the oxygen sensor reach and maintain its minimum operating temperature (600°F) more quickly, to bring the vehicle into closed-loop operation as soon as possible.
LAUNCH LAUNCH engine vacuum to draw the fuel vapors from the canister into the engine where the vapors are burned. The EVAP Monitor checks for proper fuel vapor flow to the engine, and pressurizes the system to test for leaks. The computer runs this Monitor once per trip. The EVAP Monitor is supported by “spark ignition” vehicles only. The EVAP Monitor is a “Two-Trip” Monitor. If a fault is found on the first trip, the computer temporarily saves the fault in its memory as a Pending Code.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 2.7 DTCs and MIL Status When the vehicle’s on-board computer detects a failure in an emissionsrelated component or system, the computer’s internal diagnostic program assigns a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) that points to the system (and subsystem) where the fault was found. The diagnostic program saves the code in the computer’s memory. It records a “Freeze Frame” of conditions present when the fault was found, and lights the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL).
LAUNCH LAUNCH 3. Product Descriptions 3.1 General Controls 1 11 MEMORY CARD SLOT 3 BUTTON Press it to trigger the vehicle sensor. 4 BUTTON Quick access to Help function. 5 BUTTON Returns to previous menu. 2 BUTTON 3 10 4 9 5 BUTTON 6 BUTTON 6 7 BUTTON 8 No. 1 18 Name Charging / Data I/O PORT Insert the memory card into it to read or write the data/file stored in the memory card. 2 • When in MENU mode, scroll UP through the menu and submenu line by line.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Press it for about 3 seconds to turn it on. • Screen On: Press it once to enter hibernate mode. 9 6) User Manual 7) Sensors (Optional) • If the tool is not charged and there is no operation made for the preset auto power-off interval, it will automatically power off. BUTTON • If the device is charging and there is no operation made for 5 minutes, it will automatically enter hibernate mode to conserve battery power. • Screen Off (hibernate): Press it once to wake it up.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 4.2 Main Menu 4. Initial Use 4.2.1 Function modules 4.1 Charging & Turning On/Off The main menu screen includes the following function modules: 4.1.1 Charging There are three methods available for charging the tool. 1. Via AC outlet Connect one end of the charging cable to the charging port of the tool, and other end to the power adaptor. Plug the power adaptor into a AC outlet to start charging. When charging is finished the charging complete symbol replaces the charging symbol.
LAUNCH Icon LAUNCH Descriptions 4) Datastream Units The memory card is ejected or removed from the memory card slot. 5) Auto Power Off It appears when the tool is connected to the vehicle’s DLC port via the diagnostic cable. It appears when the tool is connected to the PC via the charging cable. Battery level indicator Set the measurement units of the datastream items (Metric or Imperial). This option enables you to set the time to turn off the tool automatically after not being operated.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 5. TPMS Operations For initial use, please follow the flow chart below to start using it. Enter TPMS Select vehicle manufacturer Select vehicle model Figure 5-1 (Select Mercedes) 2. Select B Class and press the OK button to enter the vehicle year selection screen. Select vehicle year Select the TPMS function (See *Note) Note: For indirect TPMS vehicle, only the Relearning function is supported. For vehicle using Direct TPMS, it generally includes: Activation, Programming and Relearning.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 1. Select CHECK SENSOR and press the OK button to enter the following screen. Figure 5-3 (Select 2014~2018) 4. Select 2014~2018 and press the OK button to enter the TPMS function selection screen. Figure 5-5 2. For universal sensors, place the tool alongside the valve stem, point toward the sensor location, and press the button. Figure 5-4 Note: For indirect TPMS vehicle, only the Learning function is supported.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Once the sensor is successfully activated and decoded, the tool will sound a beep and the screen will display the sensor data with a tick . *ID: indicates the sensor ID. *P: indicates the tire pressure. *T: indicates the tire temperature. Vol: indicates the battery power level. Note: The sensor ID format, the measurement units of the tire pressure and temperature can be set to your preference in the module. 5.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Figure 5-12 Once the sensor is successfully programmed, the following screen will appear. Figure 5-10 Press the OK button to start detecting the sensor and writing the new created sensor ID to the LAUNCH-sensor. Figure 5-13 Press the button to return to the previous screen. Press the OK button to continue programming other sensors. Note:If Auto Create is selected, the TPMS Relearn operation needs to be performed after programming all required LAUNCH-sensor. 5.2.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Use the on-screen virtual keypad to input a random or original (if available) sensor ID and press OK. Figure 5-17 Figure 5-15 After the sensor is successfully programmed, the following screen will appear. Note: Do not enter the same ID for each sensor. Select the wheel which needs to be programmed on the tool, place a LAUNCH-sensor close to the TPMS antenna of the tool. Press the OK button to start writing the new sensor ID to the LAUNCH-sensor.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 5.2.3 Copy ID by activation This function allows users to write in the retrieved original sensor data to the LAUNCH-sensor. It is used after the original sensor is triggered. Select COPY ID BY ACTIVATE and press the OK button to enter. Figure 5-22 Select the specific wheel position and press the OK button to create a sensor ID. Figure 5-20 button to trigger the Select the specific wheel position and press the original sensor.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Figure 5-24 After the sensor is successfully programmed, the following screen will appear. Figure 5-27 Figure 5-25 Press the button to return to the previous screen. Press the OK button to continue programming other sensors. 5.2.4 Program multi-sensor This function allows users to program multiple sensors simultaneously. Up to 8 sensors can be programmed at the same time. Press the button to return to the previous screen. Press the OK button to continue programming other sensors. 5.
LAUNCH LAUNCH used to write the newly programmed sensor IDs into the vehicle’s ECU for sensor recognition. 6. OBD Diagnosing This option presents a quick way to check for DTCs, isolate the cause of the illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), check monitor status prior to emissions certification testing, verify repairs, and perform a number of other services that are emission-related. 6.1 Connection 1). Turn the ignition off. Figure 5-29 5.3.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Notes: • A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to remove it before plugging the diagnostic cable. • The cable connector is keyed and will only fit one way. If you have problems connecting the cable connector to the DLC, rotate the connector 180o and try again. 4). Turn the ignition on. Engine can be off or running. CAUTION: Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with the ignition on or engine running. 5).
LAUNCH LAUNCH automatically read the SAE-standard DTCs and a screen similar to Figure 6-5 will appear. A B Note: In case the diagnostic codes are manufacturer-specific, users need to select the manufacturer manually and the following prompt message will appear on the screen. C D E Figure 6-5 In Figure 6-3, Figure 6-6 • A - DTC: Displays the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) number. Each fault is assigned a code number that is specific to that fault. Press OK to enter to select the manufacturer.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Figure 6-9 Press OK to erase DTCs, and the following screen will appear: Figure 6-8 Figure 6-10 2. Erase Codes Note: When this function is used to erase DTCs from the vehicle’s on-board computer, “Freeze Frame” data is erased and “Permanent” DTCs ARE NOT erased. If you plan to take the vehicle to a Service Center for repair, DO NOT erase the codes from the vehicle’s computer.
LAUNCH LAUNCH a fault has been performed) to confirm that the repair has been performed correctly, and/or to check for Monitor Run Status. • Select View All Items and press OK, the screen will display the dynamic data of all data stream items: Select I/M Readiness from the Diagnostic Menu and press OK, the screen will display the I/M readiness result. Figure 6-13 Figure 6-11 N/A means not available on this vehicle, INC means incomplete or not ready, OK means Completed or Monitor OK.
LAUNCH LAUNCH • If View Graphic Items is selected in Data stream menu and press OK to enter the graphic items selection screen. Press the / button to select single data stream items, and press OK button, the screen will display the selected items of live graphic data. Press to return to Diagnostic Menu.. 5. View Freeze Frame When an emission-related fault occurs, certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on-board computer. This information is referred to as freeze frame data.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 7. Help This menu enables you to view device information and OBD introduction. and press OK to enter the following On the main menu screen, select screen. Note: You are strongly recommended to note down the Serial Number and Register Code in Figure 7-2 since these 2 pieces of information are required while registering your tool. Press to return to the previous screen. 7.3 Library Version This option allows you to view the database and relearn procedure version. 7.
LAUNCH LAUNCH 8. Register & Update Figure 8-2 4). Write down the Serial Number and Register code for later use. Prerequisite conditions: 1. Go to http://www.x431.com/CRT511 to download the update tool and install it on the computer. 2. System requirements: Windows XP, 7, 8 or Windows 10. The tool can be updated via memory card. 1. Note down the Serial Number and Register code. 1). Connect one end of the USB cable to your tool, and the other end on the computer. 2.
LAUNCH LAUNCH Note: For initial update, user needs to go through a registration process. Once you finished it, the registration screen will not appear again each time you click the Device Upgrade button in the future. 3. Copy the update package into the memory card. 1). Install the memory card from the tool into the supplied memory card adaptor and insert it into the USB port of the computer. 2).
LAUNCH Warranty THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE LAUNCH PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER’S BUSINESS. LAUNCH electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year (12 months) from date of delivery to the user. This warranty does not cover any part that has been abused, altered, used for a purpose other than for which it was intended, or used in a manner inconsistent with instructions regarding use.
