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Unboxing and First Impression of the LAUNCH X431 V+ PRO Elite 4.0 Scan Tool.

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737mechanic

737mechanic

Күн бұрын

A very impressive scan tool from Launch that competes with Autel, Snap on, xtool, and others. I will be comparing this scanner to my Autel and Xtool.
LAUNCH X431 V+ PRO Elite 4.0
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XTOOL D8BT Automotive Diagnostic Scan Tool with 3-Year Updates, 2023
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@CJ.A-C
@CJ.A-C 5 ай бұрын
where can you get upgrades for launch pad 7 at a good price uk
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 5 ай бұрын
I am not sure. Here in the US JBTools.com always seems to have good prices.
@WV591
@WV591 Жыл бұрын
you can always tell a pro scanner when viewing data stream and it displays OBD info also. most sub $800 scanners do not display fuel trims and O2 info under data stream. $500 a year to update and if you don't you lose some online functions like ECU ...
@johnparson5719
@johnparson5719 Жыл бұрын
Another thing I discovered was that after the subscription expires and it's time to pay the $500 for update if you don't, as soon as it connects to Wi-Fi or Bluetooth it will disable the driver to charge the battery thus rendering it useless and can't be used as a tablet. When it was working I did like the features and it helped immensely trouble shooting. But as a shade tree mechanic it's not worth it to me the annual fee.
@dylanfinch6186
@dylanfinch6186 8 ай бұрын
​@@johnparson5719 Sounds like misinformation, especially seeing as others have shown themselves using the tool outside of the registration period... It simply doesn't let you get the new updates.
@TheSteeleman17
@TheSteeleman17 2 жыл бұрын
Can it add service history into bmw and euro cars infotainment systems?
@404notfound.....
@404notfound..... 2 жыл бұрын
So it looks like this scan tool does not have topology to show the individual modules, also I'm wondering how would it compare to my autel 906 pro and my x tool D8. Tks..
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 2 жыл бұрын
I have a MS906TS and a D8BT and will be comparing them side by side as cars come in that I can hook them to.
@calholli
@calholli 2 жыл бұрын
I know that the ThinkTool pro has the topology, although I don't really think it's that useful. That's Ivan's favorite one to use. (on pine hollow auto diagnostic- channel).. He is a must watch channel if you like scan tool work.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 2 жыл бұрын
@@calholli Yes I watch his video's. He likes that thinktool pro. The topology mapping is nice but not really necessary. I think they have gotten that from the Chrysler wiTech.
@aarsenalfan
@aarsenalfan 6 ай бұрын
How does this tool compare to TOPDON Phoenix PRO if I can afford only one ?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 6 ай бұрын
They both use the same software and have the same functionality so I would go with which ever one has the best price, best updates, and looks best to you. Even the VCI looks to be the same as the launch.
@user-zh2vm3oy7n
@user-zh2vm3oy7n 11 ай бұрын
How to clear. Oil light with dz scan tool in toyota
@Mental.Hub.
@Mental.Hub. Жыл бұрын
How do you do "IM Readiness" for emission test?
@Downtime_videos
@Downtime_videos Жыл бұрын
You dont do im readiness the vehicle does it itself you have to drive it around enough till all the modules say it’s ready if you fixed the underlying issue it will pass if not it will fail
@maryjeancruz4209
@maryjeancruz4209 Жыл бұрын
Can you update the car after changing or fixing ang parts?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
If you mean clear the codes to get the engine light off then yes you can.
@darkharvester3010
@darkharvester3010 Жыл бұрын
Hello so you need to buy service and extra functions and how many does it have allready installed
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
It has them all installed, and there are some extra functions you can purchase, such as Tesla capability which none of my other scanners have and can't be added, it has semi trucks which none of my other scanners have and can't be added. A lot of the functions that require purchase are for Chinese and Korean cars that we don't have over here in the US or even Europe.
@maryjeancruz4209
@maryjeancruz4209 Жыл бұрын
Can you update the car after fixing?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
WHat do you mean by updating the car after fixing. If you mean clear the codes then yes.
@DarrelllCampbelll
@DarrelllCampbelll Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I recently had to replace an ebcm on my 2011 buick lacrosse with a used ebay ecbm. The used one still has the old vin still in it so Im getting 2 faults one is the immobilizer mismatch and one for improbable software. Luckily it didnt immobilize the car when I replaced it and its not causing the check engine light to come on just. The only light is traction stabilitrak. Anyway looking for a scanner that can reprogram the vin and software. Do you think this would do it if I bought the options. Also what did you find out about key programmig? Does the immo need to be bought as well?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
Everything was functional for me. I didn't have to buy anything extra. Once the 3 years of updates expires I can buy one update that gets everything back or buy only what I want.
@amyraeupnorth
@amyraeupnorth 7 ай бұрын
Is there a spot where it shows the diagnosis codes with a link
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 7 ай бұрын
A link to what?
@meltdownblitz
@meltdownblitz 5 ай бұрын
How does this compare to the d8bt?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 5 ай бұрын
This scanner is nice because it has a larger screen and more options as far as shop software. The main place where the D8BT dominates is in the key programming so if you think you will program very many keys you should go with the D8BT but if not the x431 is nicer overall.
@meltdownblitz
@meltdownblitz 5 ай бұрын
@@737mechanic Thank you for your response. I did see you did a comparison on a chrysler vehicle between this scanner and the d8bt. Which of these 2 scanners had more options for the vehicle? I didn't hear you give your opinion on which scanner was better.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 5 ай бұрын
@@meltdownblitz The D8 is able to pull the PIN code for programming a key if you ever needed to do that. The x431 is a bit faster and nicer to operate. As far as the options each have the launch might have 1 or 2 more special functions that the xtool doesn't but I have not specifically compared the exact options to each other.
@victorhoyt4352
@victorhoyt4352 10 ай бұрын
Whats the difference between this version and the x431 pro3s+ version? Which one is newer? Does one do something the other doesn't?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 10 ай бұрын
They are the same except for the case. The one I bought stores the VCI in a nice storage compartment so it is always with the tool. But the other one has a kick stand so that would be nice. amzn.to/3tuAxq2 amzn.to/3ty8rKB
@victorhoyt4352
@victorhoyt4352 10 ай бұрын
​@@737mechanicyou are quick to reply!! On top of things, I like it!! Thanks for the info!! I've noticed that you are quite fond of your xtool d8bt, so my question is, do you prefer the launch or the xtool as your go to scanner?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 10 ай бұрын
@@victorhoyt4352 I tend to grab my xtool first for some reason. For the price the xtool is hard to beat and will do everything the launch will. The launch does have more options in the software, like history of cars you have had it connected to over time, mechanic helping tools, and other options that I have never really needed but depending on what your needs are you may find some of them helpful. In fact I should probably do a video showing what the launch has compared to the xtool. If you are working on your own stuff and don't care about printing out invoices, history of cars you have been connected too or help guides then the xtool will be a money safer for you.
@victorhoyt4352
@victorhoyt4352 10 ай бұрын
​@@737mechanicI'd love to see that video!! Thank you for the prompt responses and all of your help!!
@OldboyWOW
@OldboyWOW 6 ай бұрын
Can you use it after those 2 years of free update? Or it's impossible if u dont pay for the software? And how much it will cost yearly?
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 6 ай бұрын
You can still use it and all functions will work up to the last year it was updated.
@OldboyWOW
@OldboyWOW 6 ай бұрын
@@737mechanic But if certain car has an update, for example Audi, and it needs update, can u use the files you have till now. Cuz i have thinkdiag and once an car got an update, i need license to diagnos this type of model. Doesnt allow me to continue to connect.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 6 ай бұрын
@@OldboyWOW The only time you would need a current subscription is if you were doing any online coding and it needed to connect to the launch website to download the files needed. As far as doing the active test and special functions you are still able to do that. There are no scan tools that will allow you to connect and download files for coding unless you have a subscription.
@OldboyWOW
@OldboyWOW 6 ай бұрын
@@737mechanic Does this device is able to read all cars, mostly the injectors? I have thinkdiag and it can data stream injetors to certain models only.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 6 ай бұрын
@@OldboyWOW It can scan all cars and if the manufacturer allows the scanning of what you are talking about the scanner will do it. Not all manufactures build the same information and test into their madules.
@raymondlungu9665
@raymondlungu9665 Жыл бұрын
I bought a scanner x431 pad 7 and am new in this business need your help in future when my garage start running
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
Anytime buddy.
@ToddtheLoneDroner
@ToddtheLoneDroner Жыл бұрын
Thx..
@calholli
@calholli 2 жыл бұрын
BTW.. You can turn on that screen flip on the D8 also. It's in the settings, under "display". And I was looking and seen that there was a "backup and reset" option there. Is there a way to back up all the updates and save them somewhere else? I'm sure it will never be a problem, but I'd hate for my free-updates to run out and then it all gets erased somehow-- and I'd have to pay just to update it again. Is there a way to backup the data, that you know of? (on the xtool D8)
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 2 жыл бұрын
The way I do it is manually copy the files to my home computer in a backup folder. It would be nice if they would add an app that allowed a couple clicks and it automatically backed up to a folder you pick.
@calholli
@calholli 2 жыл бұрын
@@737mechanic I don't know much about Android-- I always just back up my phone with google on the cloud, and it's automatic. I'll look up some videos and figure it out; it can't be too hard.
@danrhyne2931
@danrhyne2931 3 ай бұрын
Custer service sucks they never answer
@raywalsh5822
@raywalsh5822 Жыл бұрын
No topology for a thousand dollars not impressed
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
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@dieseldawg7132
@dieseldawg7132 2 жыл бұрын
These scan tools are way to to expensive especially the yearly paying per specific bi direction functions… not worth the money in my opinion. I know some people get free scan tools to review but I wouldn’t recommend this one even if they have it to me.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 2 жыл бұрын
To work on newer cars you have to have a good scan tool that has full bidirectional capability or you will spend much more time trying to troubleshoot problems.
@dieseldawg7132
@dieseldawg7132 2 жыл бұрын
@@737mechanic no I get that but I’m Saying the launch scanners are ridiculous you have to pay per bI directional function might as well get a D9 or at least a D8
@joegood2474
@joegood2474 Жыл бұрын
I agree and even though there seems to be a lot of functions, it didn't appear to be fully populated to me. Also when you buy more modules, do they also tack on a charge to the yearly subscription cost? Even so, $438.70 for 12 months, $701.92 for 24 months, and $1039.71 for 36 months is a lot to cough up for a small shop or fleet and especially a DIY guy. I would have to know a lot more about what this thing actually does in real time before I'd consider it compared to xTool or the D8 or 9.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic Жыл бұрын
You do not have to pay per bi directional function. All my bidirectional functions work and other than the cost of the tool I have not paid for anything extra. There are some extra options you can buy but as of yet I have not bought anything.
@dieseldawg7132
@dieseldawg7132 Жыл бұрын
@@737mechanic yea sure wouldn’t want it I tried the x431 pro 5 it was horrible had to even pay to connect to Kia and Hyundai…. Couldn’t even do a cylinder balance test with out paying 200 a yeat extra
@mrt-ee1zn
@mrt-ee1zn Жыл бұрын
??? PRO ELITE ??? oh my god, such a never existent model... Clickbait title, congratulation 🦊🦊🦊 its a simple ordinary x431 v+ version 4.0 , nothing else.
@HowtoMakeThings
@HowtoMakeThings Жыл бұрын
Sorry to burst your bubble but you’re wrong. Google X431 pro elite and you’ll see Launch themselves refer to them in this manner. Nothing to do with click bait he’s simply using the title they use.
@mrt-ee1zn
@mrt-ee1zn Жыл бұрын
Not existent model. Stop lying. On official cnlaunch website also not exist.
@annettesurfer
@annettesurfer 2 жыл бұрын
I found a new Launch X431 Pro3S+ on Amazon in May 2021 for only $63.60 so I jumped on it immediately since the list was $1190.00 I thought for sure the order would be cancelled but the seller actually let the sale proceed. The seller, Kingbolen, emailed a couple times and said an operation error caused a $50,000 loss because all 50 units sold at that low $60 price and asked for another $500 saying the boss agreed to a 50% discount. Their loss dampened my glee about my bargain purchase but expendable cash just wasn’t possible. Anyway, I stumbled upon this YT video hoping to glean some info on how to use it and it appears there’s not much difference between the two models except I have the kickstand (which I use to hook the steering wheel) and it doesn’t have the BT to tablet cradle as yours has. Mine says V2 on the back but eventually it updated to V7. The case differs a bit too, mine has vertical line ribs above and below where it says LAUNCH and has a finely textured surface,like what’s on your handle, while your case appears to have more of a cross-hatched surface. Instead of slide locks, my case has red plastic latches and while your adapters are nestled in the foam, mine are in several plastic bags hidden behind a double door in the upper lid. Essentially no significant differences since both say Lenovo TAB M10 FHD Rel. Quite a few service functions on the scan tool will often say “car model not supported,” such as “compare sample’ so just because it’s listed doesn’t mean it’ll perform. I suspect the start/stop function shortens the life of engines, but not until it’s out of warranty of course, much like what happens with direct fuel injected engines. I recall at some point the tablet wanted to save memory or something and wanted to do something with things I haven’t been using, maybe like putting ‘em to sleep but I don’t think I agreed. (mine has 64 GB memory, 33% used) Many of the software updates are for vehicles that I’ll never see in the U.S. so I didn’t bother installing 75 of them. I doubt I’ll renew when the 2 years free update is up so we’ll see if it becomes a brick when it expires 5/24/2023. The “mall” says a standard software configuration renewal: $438.70 for 12 months, $701.92 for 24 months, and $1039.71 for 36 months. But I suppose by the time my scanner needs it. Those prices will be higher. Thanks for the tip about putting the battery percentage in the status bar. I don’t recall how long it took to charge but it sure seemed like a long time and I couldn’t use it while it was charging. My unit used 43% for 1hr 27 min of screen usage. BTW, when you mentioned Xtool and Autel, I discovered the Xhorse VVDI mini programmer requires their special chipped key so I returned it because I thought it was shady not to mention that upfront. One other thing, @ 24:55 note the data stream value changed from blue to red, which denotes an out-of-range abnormality. My hunt continues for X-431 videos showing problematic readings. Thanks for posting.
@737mechanic
@737mechanic 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to post such a detailed explanation. I have been curious have you had a chance to see if it will program tire sizes on ford, jeep, and Chrysler products?
@annettesurfer
@annettesurfer 2 жыл бұрын
@@737mechanic I've been too busy commenting on videos. JK. I had no idea that was even possible and haven't seen an option for it. I thought for a minute it was another blinker fluid joke. Many selections are limited to certain vehicles such as under "maintenance" > "repair case" the only choices are: Audi, M Benz, and Toyota. The "Tech handbook" only offers a "GM diagnostic" (which is just how to read the VIN) and 2 sections about "body structure" of a 2009 Enclave, which I didn't bother opening. "DTC help" for GM stops at Buick. Even the "Vehicle Coverage" doesn't offer much. I searched the GM tab for an Impala LT and it only lists 06-07, not the 2012 3.6 I need. Your Elite version may offer more than mine but those are obvious omissions.
@supersabrosinho
@supersabrosinho Жыл бұрын
Hey Steve great info. Though, I'm sorry to tell you that first part was a scam. It's a common tactic to post a low price and guilt trip you into buying it at a discount. They do it so it shows up as more sales in the Amazon algorithm, and it gets promoted to the front page They did it to me as well. Guy said his job was on the line, son in the hospital, 1 income home blah blah blah. I refused and they simply cancelled the order.
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