X-431 Throttle
1. Charging & Turning On
1. Plug one end of the included power adaptor into the charging port of the handset, and
other end into the AC outlet.
2. Once the battery is fully charged, disconnect the power adaptor from the AC outlet.
3. Press the POWER] button on the
[
handset
the home screen.
* 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 minutes
and then turn it on. Please use the included power adaptor to charge your tool. No responsibility can
be assumed for any damage or loss caused as a result of using power adaptors other than the one
supplied.
2. Changing Language
X-431 Throttle supports multiple languages. To change the language of the tool, please do
the following:
1. On the home screen, tap on
Settings -> Language & Input -> Languages
2. Tap on "
Add a language
", and then choose the desired language from the list.
3. Tap and hold the desired language and drag it to the top of the screen and then release it,
the system will change into the target language.
3. Wi-Fi Setup
X-431 Throttle has a built-in Wi-Fi module that can be used to get online. Once you're online,
you can register your tool, update the diagnostic software & APK, surf the Internet, get apps
and send email on your network.
1. On the home screen, select
Settings
2 Select the Wi Fi switch to ON
.
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,
X-431 Throttle
networks.
3 Select a wireless network
.
:
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If the chosen network is open
X-431 Throttle
If the selected network is encrypted a network password will need to be entered
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4. Register & Update
1.
Launch App
: On the home screen, tap the application icon
to launch it, a dialog box similar to the following will pop up
on the screen.
A.
If you are a new user
, tap on "New Customer" in Fig. A to
start your sign-up. Refer to Steps 2-4.
B.
If you have registered to be a member
Customer" to login the system directly.
X-431 Throttle
5. Vehicle Connection
The method used to connect the diagnostic connector to a vehicle's DLC depends on the
vehicle's configuration as follows:
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A vehicle equipped with an OBD II management system supplies both communication and
12V power through a standardized DLC.
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A vehicle not equipped with an OBD II management system supplies communication
through a DLC connection, and in some cases supplies 12V power through the cigarette
lighter receptacle or a connection to the vehicle battery.
1. OBD II Vehicle Connection
A
Directly plug the VCI into vehicle's DLC
B
Using OBD II extension cable
VCI Connector
OBD II Extension Cable
2. Non-OBD II Vehicle Connection
If the power supply on vehicle diagnostic socket is insufficient or the power pin is damaged,
you can get power in the following ways:
A
Via Cigarette Lighter Cable
To Cigarette Lighter Receptacle
VCI Connector
To Vehicle's DLC
B
Via Battery Clamps Cable
To V
ehicle s Battery
'
VCI Connector
To Vehicle's DLC
Quick Start Guide
, the system starts initializing and then enters
.
-
.
->
Wi Fi
will start searching for available wireless
will connect automatically.
Register/Login
Has this unit been registered?
New Customer
, tap on "Existing
Quick Start Guide
To Vehicle's DLC
Cigarette Lighter Cable
OBD I Adaptor
Non-16pin Connector
Battery Clamps Cable
OBD I Adaptor
Non-16pin Connector
4. Register & Update(Cont.)
2.
Create an App Account: Tap on "New Registration" in Figure
(items with * must be filled) and then tap on "Register". Refer to Figure
3.
Activate VCI Connector: Input the Product S/N and Activation Code (can be obtained
from the password envelope), and then tap on "Activate". Refer to Figure
4. Finish Registration: To download the diagnostic software, tap on "Yes" to navigate to the
download page. Tap on "No" to download and install it later.
On the download page, tap on "Update" to start downloading until it is complete.
.
Existing Customer
A
6. Start Diagnostics
Preparation
Before diagnosing, please make sure the following:
s
Switch the ignition on.
s
Vehicle battery voltage range should be 9 14Volts
s
Throttle should be in a closed position.
Start Diagnostics
X-431 Throttle supports three kinds of diagnosis approaches: Smart Diagnosis, Remote
Diagnosis and Manual Diagnosis.
Smart Diagnosis (AutoDetect):
Through simple wireless (BT) communication between the handset and VCI device, you can
easily get the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) information of the currently identified
vehicle.
Once the VIN is successfully identified, the system will retrieve it from the remote server and
then guide you to vehicle information page without the necessity of step-by-step manual
menu selection.
Remote Diagnosis (Tech to Tech)
This option aims to help repair shops or professional technicians launch instant messaging
and remote diagnosis, making the repair job getting fixed faster.
Manual Diagnosis:
In this mode, you have to diagnose a vehicle by performing the menu-driven command
manually.
For new users, please follow the operation chart shown below to get familiar with and start
using this tool *
( If you choose "AutoDetect" to diagnose a vehicle, this flowchart shall not apply)
Launch App
Select test function
* Note: To enjoy more service and functions, you are suggested to check for updates on a frequent
basis and keep synchronized with the latest available software.
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.
Register
1
2
Create an Account
Activate VCI
Username
*
Password
*
Confirm Password
*
Email
*
Select Country
*
CAPTCHA
CAPTCHA
Register
Register
2
1
Create an Account
Activate VCI
Serial Number
Activation Code
Where is my activation code?
Activate
Register
1
2
Create an Account
Activate VCI
!
Congratulations You have registered successfully Do you download vehicle
.
software
now
?
Yes
No
.
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:
Tap on "Diagnose"
Select test system
LAUNCH
A
, input the information
B
.
3
Finish Registration
B
C
.
3
Finish Registration
>> Skip
C
3
Finish Registration
D
LAUNCH
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Select vehicle
Select software
version
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