In this post, I would like to share some frequently asked questions about Launch X431 V+ with you. Now, let’s read them together.
1. Communication error with vehicle ECU?
Please confirm:
1) Whether the VCI is properly connected.
2) Whether the vehicle ignition switch is ON.
3) If all checks are normal, send vehicle year, make, model and VIN number to us using Dia. Feedback feature.
2. Failed to enter into vehicle ECU system?
Please confirm:
1) Whether the vehicle is equipped with the system.
2) Whether the VCI is correctly connected.
3) Whether the vehicle ignition switch is ON.
4) If all checks are normal, send vehicle year, make, model and VIN number to us using Diagnostic Feedback feature.
3. How to save power?
1) Please turn off the screen while X-431 V+ keeps idle.
2) Set a shorter standby time.
3) Decrease the brightness of the screen.
4) If WLAN connection is not required, please turn it off.
5) Disable GPS function if GPS service is not in use.
4. How to handle when you encounter “Insufficient storage space”?
If this happens while downloading the diagnostic software, please proceed as follows:
1. Get your X-431 V+ username and password ready. If you forgot the password, please dial our after-sales support center hotline to retrieve it with the product Serial Number.
2. Reset the X-431 V+ to the default factory settings (For details, please refer to Item 5 in this Chapter).
3. Tap “Settings” -> “WLAN”, slide the switch to ON and then choose the desired WLAN network to connect.
4. Open the browser and visit www.dbscar.com to download and install the latest App.
5. After the installation is complete, launch the application and login with your username and password.
6. Tap “Update” to download the diagnostic software.
Note: For new App, the software structure and storage space occupied by the vehicle software have been optimized so as to avoid the occurrence of insufficient storage.
5. How to reset X-431 V+?
Resetting may cause data loss. Before doing so, please make sure important data and information has been backed up.
Do the following to reset X-431 V+:
1. Tap “Settings” -> “Back & Reset”.
2. Tap “Factory data reset”.
3. Tap “Reset tablet”.
4. Tap “Clear all data” to start resetting until the tool automatically reboots.
6. The diagnostic application is failing.
1. Press the Home key on the tool.
2. Select “Settings”-> “Apps”.
3. Select the application name from the Apps list.
4. Select “Force Stop”, and then press “OK” to confirm.
5. Select “Clear Data”, and then press “OK” to confirm
7. Does it support online coding?
Sorry, it doesn’t support online coding even the menu has it.
8. Does it support Audi a6 2016?
The Launch x431 V+ can support your car.
9. Can it support trucks?
No.
10. What is the difference between launch x431 v and launch x431 v+?
1. LAUNCH X431 V+ supports Guiding Functions for VW, AUDI, SKODA, SEAT, while X431 V does not support it.
2. LAUNCH X431 V+ is compatible with LAUNCH X431 heavy duty modules (need to be purchased separately) and becomes a diesel-integrated diagnostic device with more powerful functions. LAUNCH X431 V Pro is not compatible with heavy-duty modules. When you need to diagnose heavy-duty trucks, you need to purchase the heavy-duty full system diagnostic tool for $1,399 if you have a V. However, if you have V+, you only need to purchase the heavy-duty module for $899, which is more economical and convenient.
3. The screen size of LAUNCH X431 V+ (10.1 inches) is larger than V(8 inches). One screen can display 15 data streams (Graphic and textual), three more than V, which is easy to navigate.
4. You can use LAUNCH X431 V+ longer and avoid frequent charging because its battery life is 1.49 times that of V.
5.LAUNCH X431 V+ is based on Android 9.0, with 8-core 1,8GHz CPU, while LAUNCH X431 V is based on Android 7.0 with 4-core 1,4GHz CPU.
11. How to save power?
Please turn off the screen while X-431 PRO3 keeps idle.
Set a shorter standby time.
Decrease the brightness of the screen.
If WLAN connection is not required, please turn it off.
Disable GPS function if GPS service is not in use.
12. Can you verify if this does most diesel as well like Toyota, Isuzu, and Mitsubishi mostly Japanese models.
Dear sir, here is the vehicle coverage: if you need to confirm, please tell us the VIN, car model and year for confirmation. Ford, Chrysler, GM, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Fiat, Peugeot, Saab, GMSA, EOBD2 Cars, Jaguar, Renault, Smart, Sprinter, VAZ, VW, Dacia, Land Rover, Romeo, Porsche, Volvo, AUDI, Citroen, Lancia, Acura, Daewoo, Lexus, Holden, Maruti, Tata, Infiniti, Proton, Isuzu, Mazda, Suzuki, Daihatsu, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, Subaru, Honda.
13. Does this tool offer supercar diagnostics? ferrari, maserati, lamborghini? clutch pid, service reset etc.
X431 V+ can test Ferrari, Maserati but not Lamborghini, it can not only do clutch pid, service reset these basic function on your Ferrari, Maserati, but also can do such as battery reset, brake reset, oil reset, ABS bleeding, throttle adaptation, TPMS reset, DPF regeneration, gear learning and IMMO, etc.
14. Can this scanner perform crank position relearn and idle relearn and can it do a crank position relearn on a 2007 Subaru 2.5
Sure, of course, still it can do key match, battery match, throttle match, epb reset, TPMS reset, SAS reset, oil light reset, injector program and this red outlook version is with 2 years free update, very economical, and now we are conducting promotion, please don’t hesitate, have any problem just contact us.
15. Does it give full diagnostic on diesel vehicles?
This diagnostic tool can work on some 12V diesel vehicles, if you need to confirm, please email us your car model, year and VIN, we will tell you the result.
16. What language does this machine support?
It supports 24 languages: Italian, English, German, Japanese, Russian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Turkish, Dutch, Greek, Hungarian, Arabic, Danish, Korean, Persian, Romanian, Serbian, Finnish, Swedish, Czech.
17: How many car brands can it support?
It can support 86 brands, more than 220 car models, such as Asian, European and American etc.
18: Which website can I update my machine?
One-key update on the X431 V+ APP, dbscar.com.
19: Will it need languages and area authorization?
No, it doesn’t need. This new X431 V+ supports more than 200 countries, 24 languages, it works no matter which county you are in. Such a powerful device, just get one right now!
20: How to do if the system runs slow?
In this case, please do the followings:
> Check all running applications and stop the unnecessary applications (Steps: Settings > Apps > Running > Tap the desired application and then tap “Stop”).
> Check all installed applications, remove the unnecessary applications (Steps: Settings > Apps > Downloaded > Tap the desired application and then tap “Uninstall”).
If all steps mentioned above are finished and the system still works slowly. Please try to close the system and reboot your X-431 V+.
21: How to handle when you encounter “Insufficient storage space”?
If this happens while downloading the diagnostic software, please proceed as follows:
Get your X-431 V+ username and password ready. If you forgot the password, please dial our hotline to retrieve it with the product serial number 98519*******.
Reset the X-431 V+ to the default factory settings (For details, please refer to Item 5 in this Chapter).
Tap “Settings”–>“WLAN”, choose the desired WLAN network to connect.
Open the browser and visit www.dbscar.com to download and install the latest App.
After the installation is complete, launch the application and login with your username and password.
Tap –> “Update” to download the diagnostic software.
Note: For new App, the software structure and storage space occupied by the vehicle software have been optimized so as to avoid the occurrence of insufficient storage.
22: How to reset X-431 V+?
Resetting may cause data loss. Before doing so, please make sure important data and information have been backed up.
Do the following to reset X-431 V+:
Tap “Settings”–>“Back & Reset”;
Tap “Factory data reset”;
Tap “Reset tablet”;
Tap “Clear all data” to start resetting until the tool automatically reboots.
23: Why some videos on the website can be not played?
It possibly results from:
The current browser does not support Flash playing;
Flash player does not support this video.
Try to use other browsers to watch it or install other Flash player.
24: Why the data and time of X-431 V+ can not be set?
It is because Automatic date & time is set on your X-431 V+. Tap Settings > Date & time, deselect “Automatic date & time” and then set the date and time manually.