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  • Page 1 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.
  • Page 2 The right is reserved to make change at any time without notice. • Neither LAUNCH nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this unit or third parties for damages, losses, costs or expenses incurred by purchaser...
  • Page 3 - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Creader Professional 909E (FCC ID: XUJCRP349) has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The highest reported SAR value is 0.58W/kg. This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back of the handset kept 0mm from the body.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction ..................... 1 2. General Information ................3 2.1 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) I ..............3 2.2 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II ..............3 2.3 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) ............... 5 2.4 Location of the Data Link Connector (DLC)..........6 2.5 OBD II Terminology ..................
  • Page 5 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 5.2.1 Smart Diagnosis (Auto-Detect) ............... 25 5.2.2 Manual Diagnosis ................... 27 5.3 OBDII Diagnosis ..................34 5.4 History ....................... 38 5.5 Resetting ....................40 6. Update ....................45 7. Data ...................... 46 7.1 Diagnostic Report ..................46 7.2 Diagnostic Record ..................
  • Page 6 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 8.7 Date/Time ....................51 8.8 Language....................51 8.9 Email Setup ....................51 8.10 Recovery ....................51 8.11 Clean up ....................51 8.12 About ....................... 51 9. FAQ ...................... 52...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 1. Introduction Creader Professional 909E Diagnostic Tool is an evolutionary smart solution for passenger car diagnosis. It inherits from LAUNCH’s advanced diagnosing technology and is characterized by covering a wide range of vehicles, featuring powerful functions, and providing precise test result.
  • Page 8 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual compliant. To verify if a 1994 or 1995 vehicle is OBD II compliant, check the following: 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”.

  • Page 9: General Information

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 2. General Information 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. Beginning in 1988, California’s Air Resources Board (CARB), and later the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) required vehicle manufacturers to include a self-diagnostic program in their on-board computers.
  • Page 10 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual components. These components were causing an increase in emissions. • Because OBD I systems only detect failed components, the degraded components were not setting codes. • Some emissions problems related to degraded components only occur when the vehicle is being driven under a load.

  • Page 11: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Dtcs)

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 2.3 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes are codes that are stored by the on-board computer diagnostic system in response to a problem found in the vehicle. These codes identify a particular problem area and are intended to provide you with a guide as to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle.

  • Page 12: Location Of The Data Link Connector (Dlc)

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual P0201 - Injector circuit malfunction, Cylinder 1 2.4 Location of the Data Link Connector (DLC) The DLC (Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector) is typically a 16- pin connector where diagnostic code readers interface with the vehicle’s on- board computer.

  • Page 13: Obd Ii Terminology

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 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.
  • Page 14 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual vehicles and for each monitor in any particular vehicle. Please refer to the vehicle’s factory service manual for specific enabling procedures. Trip - A Trip for a particular Monitor requires that the vehicle is being driven in such a way that all the required “Enabling Criteria”...

  • Page 15: Obd Ii Monitors

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 2.6 OBD II Monitors An important part of a vehicle’s OBD II system is the Readiness Monitors, which are indicators used to find out if all of the emissions components have been evaluated by the OBD II system. They are running periodic tests on specific systems and components to ensure that they are performing within allowable limits.

  • Page 16: Non-Continuous Monitors

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 2. Fuel System Monitor This Monitor uses a Fuel System Correction program, called Fuel Trim, inside the on-board computer. Fuel Trim is a set of positive and negative values that represent adding or subtracting fuel from the engine. This program is used to correct for a lean (too much air/not enough fuel) or rich (too much fuel/not enough air) air-fuel mixture.
  • Page 17 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual signal to make corrections to the air/fuel mixture. If the exhaust gas has a large amount of oxygen (a lean air/fuel mixture), the oxygen sensor generates a “low” voltage signal. If the exhaust gas has very little oxygen (a rich mixture condition), the oxygen sensor generates a “high”...
  • Page 18 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual a Pending Code. The computer does not command the MIL on at this time. If the fault is sensed again on the second trip, the computer commands the MIL “On,” and saves the code in its long-term memory.
  • Page 19 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual temperatures must be kept below 2500°F. The EGR system recirculates small amounts of exhaust gas back into the intake manifold, where it is mixed with the incoming air/fuel mixture. This reduces combustion temperatures by up to 500°F.

  • Page 20: Obd Ii Reference Table

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual • It supplies the catalytic converter with the oxygen it needs to oxidize the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons left over from the combustion process during engine warmup. • The extra oxygen injected into the exhaust stream also helps the catalytic converter reach operating temperature more quickly during warm-up periods.

  • Page 21: Dtcs And Mil Status

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 3 - similar Misfire Monitor Continuous (Type 2) conditions 3 - similar Fuel System Continuous 1 or 2 Monitor conditions Catalytic Converter Once per trip 3 trips Monitor Sensor Once per trip 3 trips Monitor...
  • Page 22 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Trip DTCs. When a Type “A” DTC is found on the First Trip, the following events take place: • The computer commands the MIL “On” when the failure is first found. • If the failure causes a severe misfire that may cause damage to the catalytic converter, the MIL “flashes”...
  • Page 23 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Diagnostic Tool or Scan Tool is used to erase the codes, Freeze Frame data will also be erased.

  • Page 24: Components And Controls

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 3. Components and Controls 3.1 Controls NO. Name Descriptions DB-15 Diagnostic Connect to vehicle's DLC (Data Link Connector) Connector via diagnostic cable. • In Off mode, press button for about 5 seconds to turn on.

  • Page 25: Technical Specifications

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Press button to return to the home (Job menu) Home screen. Move button for up and down selection. Move button for left and right selection; Or Select turn page up and down when more than one page is displayed.
  • Page 26 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 1. Creader Professional 909E handset 2. OBD II diagnostic cable 3. 5 V DC charging cable 4. Power adaptor 5. User manual...

  • Page 27: Initial Use

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 4. Initial Use 4.1 Charging the Tool There are two charging methods available: Via Charging Cable: Plug one end of the included charging cable into the DC-IN port of the tool, and the other end to the external DC power.
  • Page 28 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Figure 4-2 • If the network you chose is open, you can connect directly; • If the selected network is encrypted, you have to enter the right security key (network password). Note: If you choose “Ignore” in WLAN setup, it will go into the date setting page.
  • Page 29 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 4.3 Job Menu It mainly includes the following function modules. Figure 4-3 To configures the tool to operate as a professional diagnostic Diagnose tool. A quick access to the I/M Readiness function of OBD II Diagnosis.
  • Page 30 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Battery Performs a check of the vehicle’s battery to ensure the system Voltage is operating within acceptable limits. To update vehicle diagnostic software and APK. Update Note: This function requires a stable network connection. Includes Diagnostic report, Diagnostic record, Feedback and Data DTC library etc.

  • Page 31: Diagnose

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 5. Diagnose 5.1 Connection 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket: Refer to Chapter 2.4 for DLC location. 3. Plug one end of the diagnostic cable into the DB-15 connector of the tool, and tighten the captive screws.
  • Page 32 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Note: To detect more and accurate VINs, a stable network connection is highly recommended for this function. Caution: Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running. A. Once the system successfully obtains the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) information of the currently identified vehicle, it will continue scanning the vehicle systems.

  • Page 33: Manual Diagnosis

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Note: • The most recognizable location for this number 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. • In general, vehicle identification numbers are standardized - all contain 17 characters.
  • Page 34 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Select “Diagnose” Read version information Read fault code Select Vehicle Select test function Manufacturer Clear fault code Read data stream Select Vehicle Model (Note: For different vehicles, vehicle make selection may Select test system differ. Generally, we can choose a vehicle via make year.
  • Page 35 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Fig. 5-4 5.2.2.1 Health Report (Quick Test) This function varies from vehicle to vehicle. It enables you to quickly access all the electronic control units of the vehicle and generate a detailed report about vehicle health.
  • Page 36 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual the “Diagnostic Report” module in “Data”. Clear Code: Tap to clear the existing diagnostic trouble codes. Note: If you plan to take the vehicle to a Service Center for repair, DO NOT erase the codes from the vehicle’s computer. If data is erased, valuable information that might help the technician troubleshoot the problem will also be erased.
  • Page 37 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual This function displays the detailed information of DTC records retrieved from the vehicle’s control system. Note: Retrieving and using DTCs for troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an overall diagnostic strategy. Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition.
  • Page 38 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Note: 1. If you plan to take the vehicle to a Service Center for repair, DO NOT erase the codes from the vehicle’s computer. If data is erased, valuable information that might help the technician troubleshoot the problem will also be erased.
  • Page 39 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Fig. 5-9 Note: 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).

  • Page 40: Obdii Diagnosis

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Fig. 5-10 Combine: Tap it, a list of the data stream items will appear on the screen. Select the necessary items (Max. 4 items can be selected at the same time) and the screen will display the waveforms corresponding to these items immediately.
  • Page 41 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 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. After the tool is properly connected to the vehicle’s DLC, tap “OBD II” on the Job menu.
  • Page 42 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual After reading the retrieved codes from the vehicle and certain repairs have been carried out, you can use this function to erase the codes from the vehicle. Before performing this function, please be sure the vehicle’s ignition key is in the ON position with the engine off.
  • Page 43 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Fig. 5-13 This function can also be done by tapping [I/M Readiness] directly on the Job Menu. 4. Data Stream This option retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the vehicle’s ECU. 5. View Freeze Frame When an emission-related fault occurs, certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on-board computer.

  • Page 44: History

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual The tests available are determined by the vehicle manufacturer. 8. EVAP System Test The EVAP test function lets you initiate a leak test for the vehicle’s EVAP system. The tool does not perform the leak test, but signals to vehicle’s on-board computer to initiate the test.
  • Page 45 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual • 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 the function selection page of last...

  • Page 46: Resetting

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 5.5 Resetting In addition to amazing & powerful diagnostic function, it also features Oil Reset Service, Electronic Parking Brake Reset, Steering Angle Calibration, ABS Bleeding, TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) Reset, Gear Learning, IMMO Service, Injector Coding, Battery Maintenance System, Diesel Particulate Filter...
  • Page 47 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual conditions and climate. This function can be performed in the following cases: 1. If the service lamp is on, you must provide service for the car. After 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.
  • Page 48 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 5.5.5 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.
  • Page 49 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual To prevent the car being used by unauthorized keys, the anti-theft key matching function must be performed so that the immobilizer control system on the car identifies and authorizes remote control keys to normally use the car.
  • Page 50 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual c) The fuel additive nozzle is removed or replaced. d) The catalytic oxidizer is removed or replaced. e) The DPF regeneration MIL is on and maintenance is performed. f) The DPF regeneration control module is replaced.

  • Page 51: Update

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 6. Update If some new software or APK can be updated, a numeric indicator will display on the “Upgrade” module on the Job menu. In this case, you may use this option to keep it synchronized with the latest version.

  • Page 52: Data

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 7. Data Fig. 7-1 7.1 Diagnostic Report This module stores all diagnostic reports saved on the Read Trouble Code screen. All the diagnostic reports are sorted by Date and Make. If there are too many reports stored, tap (Search) to filter and quickly locate it.

  • Page 53: Dtc Library

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Tap “Diagnostic Record” to enter and select the desired data stream items and tap “OK” to jump to the playback page. Fig. 7-2 On-screen Buttons: Graph – Displays parameters in waveform graphs. Combine – Use to merge graphs for data comparison. Different items are coded in different colors.

  • Page 54: Dlc(Data Link Connector) Location

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Swipe the screen upwards/downwards to alter the value, then press [OK] button, the screen will display definition of the DTC. 7.4 DLC(Data Link Connector) Location This option helps you to find the location of the vehicle’s DLC.
  • Page 55 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual switch to ON. A screenshot icon will float on upper right corner of the screen.

  • Page 56: Settings

    LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 8. Settings 8.1 Units of Measurement It is designed to set the measurement unit. Metric System and English System are available. 8.2 Screen Capture This option allows you to capture the current screen. All screenshots created during vehicle diagnosis are saved in “Data”...
  • Page 57 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 8.7 Date/Time This option allows you to set the system date & time. Note: Since all diagnostic reports are sorted by Make and Date. To differentiate between files, please configure the accurate system time. 8.8 Language The tool supports multiple languages.
  • Page 58 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual 9. FAQ Here we list some frequently asked questions and answers related to this tool. System halts when reading data stream. What is the reason? It may be caused by a slackened connector. Please turn this tool off, firmly connect the connector, and switch it on again.
  • Page 59 LAUNCH Professional 909E User Manual Please recharge it for at least 3 hours until the power LED lights up, then it can be switched on.
  • Page 60 The exclusive remedy for any automotive meter found to be defective is repair or replacement, and LAUNCH shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages.

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