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How to configure Launch X431 Pad VII online programming function?

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How to configure Launch X431 Pad VII online programming function? O peration method for configuring online programming function: Go to other - Equipment - file management - cnlaunch folder -   x431padv  - assets directory and find  the  file named stdcfg.ini   Open stdcfg.ini with a text editor, click the Edit button at the top right to make the file in the editing state, find the onlineflash and flash fields, the default value is 0, which means that the diagnostic software does not support online programming, click the corresponding field, change the value to 1, and then save. After saving successfully, the corresponding value will change to 1, as shown in the circle below, indicating that the diagnostic software can support the online programming function   ...

Launch X431 IV V V+ PRO PRO3 PRO3S Comparison Table

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Here comparison table among Launch X431 IV, X431 V, X431 V+, X431 PRO, X431 PRO3 and X431 PRO3S, which includes the similarities and differences among these best Launch OBD diagnostic scan tools. Item X431 IV X431 PRO X431 V 7 inch /8 inch X431 PRO3 X431 V+ X431 PRO3S  Appearence             Automotive Diagnostics Y Y Y Y Y Y upgrade CF Update Y Y Y Y Y Remote Diagnosis Y Y Y Y Y Recording and playback Y Y Y Y Y special function Y Y Y Y Y Waveform Display Y Y Y Y Y Y VIN Identification Y Y Y Y Y feedback Y Y Y Y Y Diagnostic Software 29 100 70 100 70 129 SIZE 240 × 320 touch screen LCD 7-inch Tablet 7/8-inch Tablet 10.1-inch Lenovo Tablet 10.1-inch Lenovo Tablet 10.1-inch Lenovo Tablet CPU 1GHz quad-core 1GHz quad-core 1.3GHz quad-core 1.3GHz quad-core 1.3GHz quad-core RAM 16M 512M 512M/1GB 1GB 1GB 1GB ...

How to Enable SCN Coding Menu in Launch X431 PAD V/VII?

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Here is the useful guide to configure the online SCN coding function in Launch X431 PAD V or PAD VII when SCN coding menu is missing. Before configuration After configuration Enable SCN Coding Menu: Go to Others- Device- File Management – cnlaunch – X431PADV (or X431PADVII) – assets – StdCfg.ini file Open StdCfg.ini file in txt format Edit the txt, search for OnlineFlash and Flash lines, the default value is set to 0 which means current diagnostic software without online programming function. Change OnlineFlash and Flash value to 1 (OnlineFlash1 and Flash1), then save. The SCN coding function is enabled.   Note: X431 PAD V/PAD VII online programming is restricted in North American and Spain.  The guide above does work in other regions. Overseas SCN coding menu won’t display on Home page, the menu can be found on corresponding diagnosis interfaces. Video reference:

Launch X431 PAD V Mercedes Xenon Headlamp Calibration Procedure

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  Launch X431 PAD V Mercedes Benz E300h W212 Xenon headlamp calibration DTC C156E00 Calibration of vehicle level was not performed. Procedure: On the function of X431 Pad 5 , tap “Local diagnose”.   Click on “Europe” and then “Mercedes-Benz” and “Ok” to connect the VCI in Wifi mode… Click on “Automatically Search” and it will read the information of the car including the VIN. and then read mileage from ECU, okay, it reads out VIN code, car model, SysCfgs ID etc. Switch on Ignition? Click on “OK”. Alright, this is System Topology and then “System List” and then XALWA_L-Left Xenon headlamp (E1n1), read fault code and have C156E00 (current and stored): calibration of the vehicle level was not performed… Click on “Special Function” -> Calibration processes -> Zero Position adjustment -> Vehicle must be on level surface, click on “F3”.   Back on click on “Clear Fault Code” and “Yes” to clear, soon clear fault memory completed. Click on “Read fault code” and you...

How to Register and update Launch X431 PAD VII PAD 7

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Launch X431 PAD VII Pad 7 Full System Diagnostic Tool ADAS calibration and eight extended modules such as videoscope, oscilloscope, sensor box, TPMS tools, key immobilizer, and battery tester. Free update online for 1 year Topology Mapping 8 Extended Modules With 32 services functions Guided function for VW and AUDI Online Programming: BMW, Benz, VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda, Porsche, Nissan, Infiniti and many coverage from Smartlink Supported Language: English, Chinese and other language depending on the car makes Supports gasoline cars and diesel heavy-duty trucks (need to purchase truck software in ‘Mall’) Support some car makes coverage till 2021, incl. BMW, Benz, VW, Audi, GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Land rover etc How to Register and update Launch X431 PAD VII PAD 7