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- Page 1 V1.00.000 2018-03-24 Note: This user manual applies to the following Creader models: Creader 7001S and Creader 8001S. All illustrations and descriptions herein are only for reference. We reserve the right to make changes due to software update without prior written...
- Page 2 LAUNCH or its affiliates. In countries where any of the LAUNCH trademarks, service marks, domain names,...
- Page 3 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 or...
- Page 4 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH engine is running. Keep the tool dry, clean, free from oil/water or grease. Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the tool, when necessary.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
2.4 OBD II Readiness Monitors ............... 4 2.5 OBD II Monitor Readiness Status .............. 5 2.6 OBD II Definitions ..................6 3. Product Descriptions ..................8 3.1 Outline of Creader 7001S/8001S ............... 8 3.2 Specifications..................... 9 3.3 Accessories ....................9 4. Connection & Settings..................10 4.1 Connection .................... - Page 6 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 8. FAQ ....................... 30...
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Page 7: Introduction
Featuring a 4.0” color LCD and similar appearance, each of Creader 7001S/8001S supports all 10 modes of OBD II test for a complete diagnosis. Creader 7001S In addition to the full OBDII/EOBD diagnostic functions, Creader 7001S also provides the oil lamp reset function and EPB (Electronic Park Brake) reset function. -
Page 8: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Dtcs)
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH system turns on a warning lamp (MIL) on the vehicle instrument panel to alert the driver typically by the phrase of “Check Engine” or “Service Engine Soon”. The system will also store important information about the detected malfunction so that a technician can accurately find and fix the problem. -
Page 9: Location Of The Data Link Connector (Dlc)
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 2-1 2.3 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. The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel (dash), under or around the driver’s side for most vehicles. -
Page 10: Obd Ii Readiness Monitors
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 2-2 2.4 OBD II Readiness 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. -
Page 11: Obd Ii Monitor Readiness Status
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH engine system components require the vehicle to be operated under specific conditions before the monitor ready. These monitors are termed non-continuous monitors and are listed below: 1) EGR System 2) O Sensors 3) Catalyst... -
Page 12: Obd Ii Definitions
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 2.6 OBD II Definitions Powertrain Control Module (PCM) – It is the OBD II terminology for the on-board computer that controls engine and drive train. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) -- Malfunction Indicator Light (Service Engine Soon, Check Engine) is a term used for the light on the instrument panel. - Page 13 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH RPM, vehicle speed, air flow, engine load, fuel pressure, fuel trim value, engine coolant temperature, ignition timing advance, or closed loop status. Fuel Trim (FT) -- Feedback adjustments to the base fuel schedule. Short-term fuel trim refers to dynamic or instantaneous adjustments.
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Page 14: Product Descriptions
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 3. Product Descriptions 3.1 Outline of Creader 7001S/8001S Figure 3-1 Creader 7001S/8001S Note: Creader 7001S/8001S feature same appearance. Name Descriptions To connect the tool to the vehicle's DLC (Data Link DB-15 connector Connector) via the diagnostic cable. -
Page 15: Specifications
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Move cursor left or right for selection; Or turn page up and down when more than one page is displayed. Memory card To insert the memory card to update your tool. slot Mini USB port To connect to PC via USB cable for upgrading. -
Page 16: Connection & Settings
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 4. Connection & Settings 4.1 Connection 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate vehicle’s DLC socket: Refer to Fig. 2-2 for the location. In case no DLC is found, please refer to Automobile Repair Manual. - Page 17 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 4-2 1) Language This option enables you to set the user interface language. Note: Due to continuous software upgrade, language interface may differ from different software versions. 2) Unit of Measure This option allows you to set measurement unit.
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Page 18: Diagnose
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 5. Diagnose Select [Diagnose] in Main Menu and press [OK], the screen will display Monitor Status interface as following figure 5-1: Figure 5-1 5.1 OBDII/EOBD Diagnosing This option presents a quick way to check for DTCs, isolate the cause of the... - Page 19 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 5-2 Press [OK], a screen similar to figure 5-3 will appear: Figure 5-3 It mainly includes the following functions: 1. Read Codes...
- Page 20 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH This option is used to identify which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned. 2. Erase Codes 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...
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Page 21: System Diagnosing
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH emission-related fault. Note: If DTCs were erased, Freeze Data may not be stored in vehicle memory depending on vehicle. 6. O2 sensor test The results of O2 sensor test are not live values but instead the results of the ECU’s last O2 sensor test. -
Page 22: Read Vehicle Information
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 5-4 Notes: Before diagnosing, please make sure the diagnostic program corresponding to certain vehicle model has been installed on your tool. For vehicles manufactured by different manufacturers, it is possible that it has different diagnostic menus. -
Page 23: Clear Fault Code
For Creader 7001S, just follow the flowchart below to perform resetting. Figure 5-5 (For Creader 7001S) For Creader 8001S, the resetting function is loaded with each single vehicle model and can be done in process of the System Scanning operation. -
Page 24: Oil Reset Service
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 5-6 (For Creader 8001S) 5.3.1 Oil Reset Service This function allows you to perform reset for the engine oil life system, which calculates an optimal oil life change interval depending on the vehicle driving conditions and climate. -
Page 25: Steering Angle Sensor (Only Applies To Creader 8001S)
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH b) The brake pad indicator lamp is on. c) The brake pad sensor circuit is short, which is recovered. d) The servo motor is replaced. 5.3.3 Steering Angle Sensor (Only applies to Creader 8001S) To reset the steering angle, first find the relative zero point position for the car to drive in straight line. -
Page 26: Help
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 6. Help This menu enables you to view tool information and OBD introduction. In main menu, select [Help] and press [OK] to enter figure 6-1. Figure 6-1 6.1 DLC Location Information This option helps you to find the location of the vehicle’s DLC. - Page 27 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 6-2 Press [ ]/[ ] button to move the highlight bar to different position. Press [ ]/[ ] button to alter the value, then press [OK] button, the screen will display definition of the DTC.
- Page 28 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 6-3 Note: You are strongly recommended to note down the Serial Number and Register Code in figure 6-3 since these 2 pieces of information are required while registering your tool. 6.5 About OBD...
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Page 29: Register & Update
Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 7. Register & Update Prerequisite conditions: 1. System requirements: Windows XP, 7, 8 or Windows 10. 2. Go to http://mycar.x431.com, click “Products” -> “Creader Online” -> “Creader 7001S/8001S” to download the update tool and install it on the computer. - Page 30 Method 1: Via Memory Card (recommended) 1. Launch the update tool, a screen similar to figure 7-2 will appear: Figure 7-2 2. In figure 7-2, type in the Product Serial Number (located at the back of the tool).
- Page 31 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH (If you need the Register Code, please refer to steps 4~7.) (If you have the Register Code, directly proceed to step 8.) 4. The Register Code can be found in your tool. Connect one end of the USB cable to your tool, and the other end on the computer.
- Page 32 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 7-5 7. The Register Code shown in figure 7-5 is the Register Code needed in step 3. (Return to step 3 and input the Register Code and then proceed) 8. Install the memory card from the tool into the supplied memory card adaptor and insert into the USB port of the computer.
- Page 33 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Method 2: Via USB Cable Note: Make sure the computer has an Internet connection. 1. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB port of computer, and the other end to the tool.
- Page 34 Note: The Serial Number and Register Code shown in this figure are needed for inputting in Steps 4-6. 4. Launch the update tool, a screen similar to figure 7-9 will appear. Figure 7-9 5. Type in the Serial Number. Click [Device Upgrade] to input the information...
- Page 35 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH Figure 7-10 6. Select the updates you would like to perform or click "Select All", and then click [Download] to start downloading. 7. Once all steps are complete, restart your tool. It will prompt you to upgrade, click [OK] to start updating.
- Page 36 Creader 7001S/8001S English User’s Manual LAUNCH 8. FAQ Here we list some frequently asked questions and answers relating to the tool. Question: System halts when reading data stream. What is the reason? Answer: It may be caused by a slackened connector. Please turn off the tool, firmly connect the connector, and switch it on again.
- Page 37 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.
- Page 38 (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Statement: LAUNCH reserves the rights to make any change to product designs and specifications without notice. The actual object may differ a little from the descriptions in the manual in physical appearance, color and configuration. W e have tried our best to make the descriptions and illustrations in the manual as accurate as possible, and defects are inevitable.