LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS Car Tire Pressure Service Tool Instruction Manual

1. Introduzione

The LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS is a professional handheld tool designed for comprehensive Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) services. It supports activation, programming, relearn, and diagnosis of TPMS sensors, specifically compatible with LAUNCH 315/433MHz sensors. This manual provides detailed instructions for the proper use and maintenance of your i-TPMS device.

2. Produttu Finituview

The X-431 i-TPMS is a portable and user-friendly device. It can operate in two primary modes: bound with a LAUNCH X-431 diagnostic scanner or standalone via the i-TPMS mobile application. Its core functions include reading sensor ID, tire pressure, tire temperature, and battery status, as well as performing sensor activation, programming, and relearn procedures.

Figure 2.1: LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS device in operation.

2.1 Cumpunenti di u dispusitivu

Figure 2.2: Labeled components of the X-431 i-TPMS device.

• Sensor Slot: Area for interacting with TPMS sensors.
• LED di carica: Indica u statu di carica.
• Pantalla di visualizazione: Shows operational information and menus.
• Pulsante UP: Navigates menus upwards or increases values.
• Pulsante POWER: Accende / spegne u dispusitivu.
• Pulsante DOWN: Navigates menus downwards or decreases values.
• OK (Confirm) Button: Cunfirma selezzione o azzione.
• Portu di carica: Porta micro USB per carica u dispusitivu.

3. Setup

3.1 Carica iniziale

Before first use, ensure the i-TPMS device is fully charged. Connect the device to a power source using the provided USB cable via the Charging Port. The Charging LED will indicate the charging status.

3.2 Accensione / spegnimentu

• Per accende: Appughjà è tene premutu u buttone Pulsante POWER finu à chì u schermu s'illumina.
• Per spegne: tene premutu u buttone Pulsante POWER finu à chì u dispusitivu chjude.

4. Operating Instructions

The LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS offers two modes of operation: binding with a compatible LAUNCH X-431 scanner or operating standalone with the i-TPMS mobile application.

4.1 Operation with LAUNCH X-431 Scanner

When bound with a LAUNCH X-431 scanner (8-inch screen or above), the i-TPMS can perform a full range of TPMS services including activation, programming, relearn, and diagnosis for sensors.

Figura 4.1: Overview of TPMS functions available with an X-431 scanner.

• Attivazione: Read sensor ID, tire pressure, tire temperature, sensor battery, sensor position, and frequency.
• Prugrammazione: Create new sensor IDs for LAUNCH sensors. Supports auto-creation for 1-16 sensors or manual input.
• Amparate: Perform Stationary Relearn, Automatic Relearn, or OBD Relearning procedures to link new sensor IDs to the vehicle's ECU.
• Diagnosi: Read and clear TPMS fault codes.

4.2 Standalone Operation with i-TPMS Mobile App

The i-TPMS can also function independently when paired with the i-TPMS mobile application on an Android phone. This mode supports sensor activation and programming.

• Replace Tire Pressure Sensor: Guide through the process of replacing a sensor.
• Attivate u sensoru: Initiate communication with the sensor to read its data.
• Program Sensor ID: Create new sensor IDs.
• Query Sensor OE Part Number: Retrieve original equipment part numbers for sensors.
• Generate Tire Pressure Detection Reports: Create reports based on sensor data.

4.3 Prugrammazione di u sensore TPMS

The i-TPMS allows for programming LAUNCH LTR RF sensors to replace original equipment (OE) sensors. This process can be done automatically or manually.

Figure 4.2: Sensor ID programming options.

1. Auto Create Sensor ID: If the original sensor ID is unknown, the i-TPMS can automatically generate a new ID.
2. Manual Create Sensor ID: Allows the user to manually input a specific sensor ID.

4.4 Prucedure di Riapprendimentu TPMS

After replacing or programming a sensor, a relearn procedure is necessary to ensure the vehicle's ECU recognizes the new sensor IDs.

Figure 4.3: TPMS Relearn options.

• Riapprendimentu OBD: Connects to the vehicle's OBD-II port to transfer sensor IDs.
• Riapprendimentu automaticu: Sensors are automatically learned by driving the vehicle.
• Riapprendimentu stazionariu: Requires specific steps to be performed while the vehicle is stationary.

4.5 Lettura è Cancellazione di i Codici di Errore

The i-TPMS can diagnose issues within the TPMS by reading and clearing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

Figure 4.4: Process of reading and clearing TPMS fault codes.

• Leghje i codici d'errore: Access and display current and stored TPMS-related DTCs.
• Cancella i codici d'errore: Erase DTCs from the vehicle's ECU after repairs or sensor replacements.

5. Cumpatibilità

5.1 Compatible LAUNCH X-431 Devices

The LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS is designed to work with various LAUNCH X-431 intelligent diagnostic tools that feature an 8-inch or larger screen.

Figure 5.1: Compatible LAUNCH X-431 scanner models.

• LAUNCH X-431 PRO
• LAUNCH X-431 V/PRO V5.0
• LAUNCH X-431 PRO TT/DYNO
• LAUNCH X-431 PRO 3
• LAUNCH X-431 PRO3S+/PRO3S+ V5.0
• LAUNCH X-431 V+
• LAUNCH X-431 PRO3 ACE/APEX
• LAUNCH X-431 PAD III
• LAUNCH X-431 PAD V
• LAUNCH X-431 PAD VII

Nota: The i-TPMS requires a compatible LAUNCH diagnostic tablet (8-inch or above) for full functionality. It cannot be used for advanced functions if purchased separately without a compatible scanner.

5.2 Supported Vehicle Brands and Protocols

The i-TPMS supports over 98% of mainstream vehicles equipped with a TPMS system. For OBDII diagnostics, it is compatible with most cars built in 1996 or later, supporting various protocols:

• ISO 14230-4 (KWP2000)
• ISO 15765-4 (CAN)
• ISO 9141-2 (ISO)
• ISO 14229 (UDS)
• SAE J1850 (VPW & PWM)
• Original protocols of various manufacturers

For advanced functions like active tests, all system diagnostics, and maintenance services, it covers approximately 95% of car models, including:

• Asia: Daewoo, Honda, JP Isuzu, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, SGM, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota, Hyundai, Ssangyong.
• Europa: Aston Martin, Audi, Benz, BMW, Citroen, Ferrari, Fiat, Land Rover, Maserati, Opel, Porsche, Renault, Rover, Saab, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Sprinter, Volvo, VW, Peugeot.
• America: Chrysler, USA-Ford, GM.

6. Mantenimentu

• Pulizia: Aduprà un soft, damp pannu per pulisce l'apparechju. Evitate detergenti abrasivi o solventi.
• Conservazione: Conservate l'apparechju in un locu frescu è asciuttu, luntanu da a luce diretta di u sole è da temperature estreme.
• Cura di a batteria: Per prulungà a durata di a batteria, evitate di scaricà cumpletamente u dispusitivu spessu. Caricatelu regularmente.
• Actualizazioni di u software: Regularly check for and install software updates for both the i-TPMS device and any paired X-431 scanner or mobile application to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.

7. Risoluzione di prublemi

This section addresses common issues you might encounter with the LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS.

8. Specificazioni

9. Ciò chì hè in a scatula

Figura 9.1: cuntenutu di u pacchettu.

• 1 x LAUNCH X-431 i-TPMS Device
• 1 x Cavu di carica USB
• 1 x Manuale d'usu (stu documentu)

10. Garanzia è Support

The manufacturer offers a free replacement or return service within 30 days of purchase. For any issues encountered during installation or use, please contact customer service for assistance.

For further inquiries or support, please refer to the contact information provided with your purchase or visit the official LAUNCH websitu.

Online repair resources, including operating skills, DTC help, tech handbook, repair cases, and a tire pressure maintenance database, are available to assist with diagnosis and repair.