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LAUNCH
BST580D User's Manual
Revised date: December 9, 2021
Version: V1.00.000
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.
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  • Page 1 Revised date: December 9, 2021 Version: V1.00.000 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 • To take full advantage of the unit, you should be familiar with the engine. • LAUNCH shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original LAUNCH Products or LAUNCH Approved Products by LAUNCH.
  • Page 3 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual • Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while running tests. • Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil, distributor cap, ignition wires and spark plugs. These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running.
  • Page 4 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction ....................1 2. General Information-About OBDII/EOBD ..........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 6 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 5.1.5 Precautions on battery test ............. 28 5.2 Diagnostics ....................29 5.3 I/M Readiness................... 39 5.4 Review ...................... 39 5.5 DTC Lookup ..................... 39 5.6 Print ......................40 5.7 Help ......................43 6. Upgrade ..................... 45...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    BST580D User’s Manual 1. Introduction BST580D is developed as a comprehensive battery tester and OBD scanner, especially for the DIY users and the servicemen of small service workshop. It supports battery test (including battery health test, start system test and charging health test) and OBD diagnostics (including read/clear DTCs and read data stream).
  • Page 8 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Note: Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles have 16-pin connectors but are not OBD II compliant. Only those vehicles with a Vehicle Emissions Control Label stating “OBD II Certified” are OBD II compliant.

  • Page 9: General Information-About Obdii/Eobd

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 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. 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 BST580D User’s Manual • A large number of vehicles had deteriorating or degraded emissions-related components. These components were causing an increase in emissions. • Because OBD I systems only detect failed components, the degraded components were not setting codes.

  • Page 11: Diagnostic Trouble Codes (Dtcs)

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual diagnostic equipment (Diagnostic Tools, Code Readers, etc.) and the vehicle’s on-board computer. 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.

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

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s 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...

  • Page 13: Obd Ii Terminology

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual instrument panel, under or around the driver’s side for most vehicles. For some vehicles with special designs, the DLC location may vary. Refer to the following figure for location. Opel, Volkswagen, Audi Honda Volkswagen Opel, Volkswagen, Citroen...
  • Page 14 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual communicate with other computers on the vehicle (ABS, ride control, body, etc.). Monitors -- Monitors are “diagnostic routines” programmed into the PCM. The PCM utilizes these programs to run diagnostic tests, and to monitor operation of the vehicle’s emissions-related components or systems to ensure they are operating correctly and within the vehicle’s manufacturer specifications.

  • Page 15: Obd Ii Monitors

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Note: Do not confuse a “Trip” Drive Cycle with an OBD II Drive Cycle. A “Trip” Drive Cycle provides the “Enabling Criteria” for one specific Monitor to run and complete its diagnostic testing. An OBD II Drive Cycle must meet the “Enabling Criteria”...
  • Page 16 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual decreases each time the affected cylinder(s) misfire. The misfire Monitor is designed to sense engine speed fluctuations and determine from which cylinder(s) the misfire is coming, as well as how bad the misfire is. There are three types of engine misfires, Types 1, 2, and 3.

  • Page 17: Non-Continuous Monitors

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Rationality: Each input signal is compared against all other inputs and against information in the computer’s memory to see if it makes sense under the current operating conditions. Example: The signal from the throttle position sensor indicates the vehicle is in a wide-open throttle condition, but the vehicle is really at idle, and the idle condition is confirmed by the signals from all other sensors.
  • Page 18 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual sensed again on the second trip, the computer commands the MIL “On,” and saves the code in its long-term memory. 2. O2 Sensor Heater Monitor The Oxygen Sensor Heater Monitor tests the operation of the oxygen sensor’s heater.
  • Page 19 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual oxygen sensors used by the system. One sensor is located before (upstream of) the converter; the other is located after (downstream of) the converter. If the catalytic converter loses its ability to store oxygen, the downstream sensor signal voltage becomes almost the same as the upstream sensor signal.
  • Page 20 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual commands the MIL “On,” and saves the code in its long-term memory. 6. EVAP System Monitor OBD II vehicles are equipped with a fuel Evaporative system (EVAP) that helps prevent fuel vapors from evaporating into the air. The EVAP system carries fumes from the fuel tank to the engine where they are burned during combustion.

  • Page 21: Obd Ii Reference Table

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual operation, and tests for faults in the system. The computer runs this Monitor once per trip. The Secondary Air System Monitor is a “Two-Trip” monitor. If a fault is found on the first trip, the computer temporarily saves this fault in its memory as a Pending Code.

  • Page 22: Dtcs And Mil Status

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Catalytic Converter Once per trip 3 trips Monitor Sensor Once per trip 3 trips Monitor Sensor Once per trip 3 trips Heater Monitor EGR Monitor Once per trip 3 trips EVAP system Once per trip 3 trips...
  • Page 23 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual catalytic converter, the MIL “flashes” once per second. The MIL continues to flash as long as the condition exists. If the condition that caused the MIL to flash is no longer present, the MIL will light “steady” On.

  • Page 24: Components & Controls

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 3. Components & Controls 3.1 Controls BUTTON (See Note1) When in MENU mode, scroll DOWN through the menu and submenu selection options. BUTTON (See Note1) When in MENU mode, scroll LEFT through the menu and submenu selection options.
  • Page 25 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 5. I/M BUTTON* (See Note2) • Quick access to I/M readiness function. • Deletes the diagnostic record in the Print function module. 6. DB15 DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR • Connects the scanner to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC) to perform vehicle diagnosis via the diagnostic cable.

  • Page 26: Specifications

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual BUTTON (See Note1) When in MENU mode, scroll RIGHT through the menu and submenu selection options. When LINKED to a vehicle, scroll through the screen data to the NEXT page. 13. OK BUTTON (See Note1) Confirms a selection (or action) from a MENU list.

  • Page 27: Initial Use

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 4. Initial Use 4.1 Connection 1) Turn the ignition off. 2) Locate the vehicle’s 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC). Refer to Chapter 2.4 for details. 3) Plug the diagnostic cable of the scanner into the vehicle’s DLC.

  • Page 28: Job Menu

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual CAUTION: Don’t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running. 5) The system automatically turns on and navigates to the Job menu screen. 4.2 Job Menu The Job Menu includes the following function modules:...

  • Page 29: Setup

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 4.3 Setup For initial use, the user can make several adjustments and settings to configure the scanner to your particular needs. Select [SETUP] in the Job menu and press [OK]. This option allows you to make the following settings: 4.3.1 Language...

  • Page 30: Operations

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 5. Operations 5.1 Battery Test Battery test is specifically designed to help car owner, repair workshop, battery factory determine whether the battery is normal or not. It supports various battery standards and specifications, including CCA, DIN, IEC, EN, JIS, SAE and GB etc.
  • Page 31 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Note: Select the desired battery type referring to the following methods. 1). For batteries printed with the word AGM or VRLA, please choose "AGM Spiral" or "AGM Start/Stop Battery". 2). For batteries printed with the word GEL (seldom used), please choose "GEL Battery".
  • Page 32 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Battery Council International 100 ～ 1700 Deutsche Industry Normen 100 ～ 1200 Japanese Industry Standard 26A17 ～ 245H52 Europe Norm 100 ～ 1700 National Electrical Commission 100 ～ 1200 Chinese National Standard 100 ～ 1200 Society of Automotive Engineers 100 ～...

  • Page 33: Start System Test

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual voltage is generally lower than 11V, mainly resulting from internal circuitry damage, such as short circuit, open circuit, dummy weld etc. 5.1.3 Start System Test It is mainly to detect and analyze the starting motor, detect the actual starting current and starting voltage required by the starting motor, so as to judge whether the starting motor is normal or not.

  • Page 34: Precautions On Battery Test

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Note: On-load voltage shown in the test result refers to the charging voltage when there is a load. It evaluates the on-load capacity of the generator. When different auto parts are opened, the load voltage will be generated. The on-load voltage will greatly vary depending on the auto parts being opened.

  • Page 35: Diagnostics

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual may produce some errors for test results. The tolerance results from the resistance of connectors. The greater the resistance value is, the greater the tolerance becomes. But generally, the tolerance does not affect the test conclusion.
  • Page 36 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 1. Read Codes This function allows you to view the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) retrieved from the vehicle’s on-board computer. Note: 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 location of the problem.
  • Page 37 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual • If the GREEN LED on the scanner lights up, it indicates that all engine systems are “OK” and operating normally. All monitors supported by the vehicle have run and performed their diagnostic testing, and no trouble codes are present.
  • Page 38 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Press [OK] to record the diagnostic trouble code for later printing. The saved records are stored in “Print” in the Main Menu. Press [HELP] to view the diagnostic tips/solution associated with the current DTC. After viewing all the codes, press [ ] to return to the Diagnostic Menu.
  • Page 39 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Press [OK] to erase DTCs, and the screen will display the interface as shown below: Follow the on-screen prompts to turn the ignition on with engine off, press [OK] to clear the DTCs. Note: When data is erased from the vehicle’s computer memory, the I/M Readiness Monitor Status program resets the status of all Monitors to a “Not...
  • Page 40 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual I/M refers to Inspection and Maintenance that is legislated by the Government to meet federal clean-air standards. I/M Readiness indicates whether or not the various emissions-related systems on the vehicle are operating properly and are ready for Inspection and Maintenance testing.
  • Page 41 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Pending Diagnostic Trouble Code Note: If a “Pending” DTC is present, it indicates that there is a possible problem and/or some of the vehicle’s Pd DTC emission monitor have not run their diagnostic testing. In this case, the LED of DTC type on the scanner will illuminate YELLOW.
  • Page 42 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 4. Data Stream Select [Data Stream] from the Diagnostic Menu and press [OK], the following screen will appear. • Select [View All Items] and press [OK] button, the screen will display the dynamic data of all data stream items: Press the [ ] / [ ] button to turn page to view other data streams.
  • Page 43 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Press the [ ] / [ ] button to check data stream items, and press the [ ] / [ ] button to turn page. After selecting items, press [ ], the screen will display the selected data stream items.
  • Page 44 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 6. O2 sensor test OBD II regulations require that applicable vehicles monitor and test operation of the oxygen (O2) sensors to identify problems that can affect fuel efficiency and vehicle emissions. These tests are performed automatically when engine operating conditions are within predefined limits.

  • Page 45: I/M Readiness

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual the vehicle’s control module(s). • CVN (Calibration Verification Number). CVNs are used to CVNs are used to determine if emission-related calibrations for the vehicle under test have been changed. One or more CVNs may be returned by the vehicle’s computer.

  • Page 46: Print

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Press [DTC] to view the diagnostic tips/solution associated with the current DTC. After viewing the definition, press [ ] to return to the Job menu. 5.6 Print This function is used to print the records saved on the Read Codes or Data Stream screen.
  • Page 47 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 972893000004 6411384A3230 2. Press [ ] to enter the normal mode and naviage to the Job menu screen. 3. Run the update tool on your PC, the following screen will appear. Generally the system automatically detects the Serial Number of the OBD II scanner and the user does not need to enter itmanually.
  • Page 48 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 3. Click [Print Manager] to enter the print manager screen. 4. Select [PRINT] from the Job menu on the OBD II scanner and press [OK] to enter the diagnostic record list screen. Select the desired one record and press [OK].

  • Page 49: Help

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual On-screen buttons: : Allows you to modify the personal information. Configured information is automatically generated and displayed on the top of the report each time the diagnostic report is synchronized on the computer. : Exports the current report on the local disk on the computer.
  • Page 50 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual • About OBD: Relevant introduction information about OBD. • About Data stream: Relevant introduction information about Data stream. • Print Help: Provides a operation tips on Printing the diagnostic record or DTCs. • I/M Readniess: Introduces the full name of each monitor and indicates status of each icon ( , •...

  • Page 51: Upgrade

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 6. Upgrade The scanner can be updated via USB cable. Note: Make sure the PC has an Internet connection. 1. Go to http://www.x431.com/CR529 and download the update tool to the computer. 2. Decompress and install it on your computer(compatible with Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8 &...
  • Page 52 LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual Note: After the system identified the scanner information, it will display in gray in Product Serial Number input box and the "Print Manager" module will be activated immediately. 6. Choose the desired interface language and click [Device Upgrade], a screen similar to the following figure will appear.

  • Page 53: Faq

    LAUNCH BST580D User’s Manual 7. FAQ Here we list some frequently asked questions and answers related to this OBD scanner. Q: System halts when reading data stream. What is the reason? A: It may be caused by a slackened connector. Please turn off the scanner, firmly connect the connector, and switch it on again.
  • Page 54 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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