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3. s service manual for the location Le LEFT CORNER OF DASH 2 4 OBD II Readiness Monitors An important part of a vehicle s OBD II system is the Readiness Monitors which are indicators used to find out if all of the emissions components have been evaluated by the OBD II system They are running periodic tests on specific systems and components to ensure that they are performing within allowable limits Currently there are eleven OBD II Readiness Monitors or UM Monitors defined by the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA Not all monitors are supported in every vehicles and the exact number of monitors in any vehicle depends on the motor vehicle manufacturer s LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual emissions control strategy Continuous Monitors Some of the vehicle components or systems are continuously tested by the vehicle s OBD II system while others are tested only under specific vehicle operating conditions The continuously monitored components listed below are always ready 1 Misfire 2 Fuel System 3 Comprehensive Components CCM Once the vehicle is running the OBD II system is continuously checking the above components monitoring key engine sensors watching for engine misfire and monitoring fuel demands Non Continuous Monitors Unlike the continuous monitors many emissions and engine system components require the vehicle to be operated under specific conditions before the monitor is ready Th
4. 4 Turn the ignition on Engine can be off or running 5 When the unit displays start interface press wegl button to enter Main Menu as following figure LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Main Menu gt Diagnostic Codes Data Stream Special Tests Code Lookup Tool setup Press e or to select item then press to confirm CAUTION Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment with ignition on or engine running 4 1 Diagnostic Codes Select Read Codes in Main Menu and press el the Screen will display as following figure Diagnostic Fault Codes gt Read Codes Erase Codes View Freeze Data Press or to select item then press ai to confirm Press M to exit 4 1 1 Read Codes Select Read Codes and press qi If there are some codes the 17 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual screen will display the codes as shown below Diagnostic Codes P 0100 01 06 MAF Mass Air Flow or VAF Volume Air Flow Sensor Circuit Malfunction Press e or to select item then press to confirm Press M4 to exit 01 06 indicates that there are 6 codes totally and now P0100 is the first code to display The screen will also show the content of the code below the number of code You can use key to view the next code When there is a manufacturer defined code it will display as below Disonostic Codes P1105 03106 This DTC defined by carmaker Please select carmaker Pres
5. AS SPECIAL VESTS Age 23 4 3 1 I M Readiness ooononnnnnnnoennnnnnsennnnrnrsnsnnnnnne 24 4 3 2 MIL Status dee seen SE a 25 4 3 3 O2 Sensor leStr ecetes deeg dee ee 25 4 3 4 On board monitor test 27 4 3 5 EVAP system Test 28 4 3 6 Vehicle Hl te EE 29 A A GOODE Be e 30 5 UPGRADING i see dengen 30 5 1 CREADERV UPGRADING ELO 30 b3UsEnppDEGISTmpATION 32 5 3 DRIVER DOWNLOAD amp WNSTIALLATION 32 5 3 1 Driver download 32 5 3 2 Install driver 32 5A COM PORT ege eiis Meecha elei het AE 37 54 T UPGRADING 2 deer ege ta seudeasdseacessedevasvacvoases 39 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 1 INTRODUCTION CreaderV is newly developed by LAUNCH specially designed for car owners or DIYs to diagnose any vehicle that is compliant to OBDII EOBD It not only can read clear DTCs but also can read live data in 2 modes and perform many special tests Tri languages make it operation easily for a technician The feature of upgrading online ensures it can test new model cars and or functions in the future NOTICE CREADERV MAY AUTOMATICALLY RESET WHILE BEING DISTURBED BY STRONG STATIC ELECTRICITY IT IS NORMAL 2 General Information About OBDII EOBD 2 1 On Board Diagnostics OBD Il The first generation of On Board Diagnostics called OBD was developed by the California Air Resources Board ARB and implemented in 1988 to monitor some of the emission control components on vehicles As technology evolved and the desire to impr
6. engine load fuel pressure fuel trim value engine coolant temperature ignition timing advance or closed loop status Fuel Trim FT Feedback adjustments to the base fuel schedule Short term fuel trim refers to dynamic or instantaneous adjustments Long term fuel trim refers too much more gradual adjustments to the fuel calibration schedule than short term trim adjustments These long term adjustments compensate for vehicle differences and gradual changes that occur over time LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 3 Product Descriptions 3 1 Outline of CReaderV Cable with OBD II CONNECTOR Connects the CReaderV to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC LCD DISPLAY Indicates test results EXIT BUTTON Returns to previous menu UP DOWN BUTTONS Move cursor up or down for selection or turn page up or down when more one page displayed ENTER BUTTON Confirms a selection or action from a menu list USB PORT Connects to computer to update the CReaderV online LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 3 2 Specifications 1 Display Backlit 160 x 160 pixels 2 Operating Temperature 0 to 60 C 32 to 140 F 3 Storage Temperature 20 to 70 C 4 to 158 F 4 Power 8 to 18 Volts provided via DLC 5 Unit Dimensions 126mm X 88mm X 22 mm 0 80 Length X Width x Thickness 6 Test Cable length 0 9m 3 3 Accessories Included 1 User s Manual Instructions on tool operations 2 USB cable Con
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8. notice Safety Precautions and Warnings To prevent personal injury or damage to vehicles and or the CreaderV please read this instruction manual first carefully and observe the following safety precautions at a minimum whenever working on a vehicle e Always perform automotive testing in a safe environment e Do not attempt to operate or observe the tool while driving a vehicle Operating or observing the tool will cause driver distraction and could cause a fatal accident D Wear safety eye protection that meets ANSI standards e Keep clothing hair hands tools test equipment etc away from all moving or hot engine parts KH Operate the vehicle in a well ventilated work area Exhaust gases are poisonous HM Put blocks in front of the drive wheels and never leave the vehicle unattended while running tests HM Use extreme caution when working around the ignition coil distributor cap ignition wires and spark plugs These components create hazardous voltages when the engine is running J Put the transmission in P for A T or N for M T and make sure the parking brake is engaged e Keep a fire extinguisher suitable for gasoline chemical electrical fires nearby e Don t connect or disconnect any test equipment while the ignition is on or the engine is running e Keep the CreaderV dry clean free from oil water or grease Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the CreaderV when necessary LAUNCH Cr
9. testing and diagnosis of their designated sections of the vehicle s emissions system The I M Readiness Monitor Status function also can be used after repair of a fault has been performed to confirm that the repair has been performed correctly and or to check for Monitor Run Status Select I M Readiness Test and click 47 the screen will display the interface as shown below 24 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual IM Readiness Test EVAL misfire SUPPORTED EVAL fuel system SUPPORTED EVAL component SUPPORTED CONT misfire NOT COMPLETE You can use key to view other data of vehicle 4 3 2 MIL Status MIL Status indicates the status of malfunction indicator lamp MIL The MIL on vehicle will be light only when there are DTCs Select MIL Status and press 47 the screen will display MIL status 4 3 3 O2 sensor test The results of O2 sensor test are not live values but instead the results of the ECU s last O2 sensor test For live O2 sensor readings refer to any of the live sensor screens such as Graph Screen Not all test values are applicable to all vehicles Therefore the list generated will vary depending on vehicle In addition not all vehicles support the Oxygen Sensors screen If the vehicle or a particular sensor does not support this feature the screen list will be blank For results of latest mandated on board oxygen sensor monitoring test see Figure below 25 LAUNCH CreaderV
10. AUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Enabling Criteria Also termed Enabling Conditions They are the vehicle specific events or conditions that must occur within the engine before the various monitors will set or run Some monitors require the vehicle to follow a prescribed drive cycle routine as part of the enabling criteria Drive cycles vary among vehicles and for each monitor in any particular vehicle OBD II Drive Cycle A specific mode of vehicle operation that provides conditions required to set all the readiness monitors applicable to the vehicle to the ready condition The purpose of completing an OBD II drive cycle is to force the vehicle to run its onboard diagnostics Some form of a drive cycle needs to be performed after DTCs have been erased from the PCM s memory or after the battery has been disconnected Running through a vehicle s complete drive cycle will set the readiness monitors so that future faults can be detected Drive cycles vary depending on the vehicle and the monitor that needs to be reset For vehicle specific drive cycle consult the vehicle s Owner s Manual Freeze Frame Data When an emissions related fault occurs the OBD Il system not only sets a code but also records a snapshot of the vehicle operating parameters to help in identifying the problem This set of values is referred to as Freeze Frame Data and may include important engine parameters such as engine RPM vehicle speed air flow
11. Button is normal and you can use them for testing If there isn t any icon appearing on the screen please contact Launch for repair LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual After all the operation is complete Press bal to return to Main Menu and end the test 3 6 Vehicle Coverage The CReaderV is specially designed to work with all OBD I compliant vehicles including Control Area Network CAN It is required by EPA that all 1996 and newer vehicles cars and light trucks sold in the United States must be OBD II compliant and this includes all American Asian and European vehicles Asmall number of 1994 and 1995 model year gasoline vehicles are OBD Il compliant To verify if a 1994 or 1995 vehicle is OBD II compliant check the Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI Label which is located under the hood or by the radiator of most vehicles If the vehicle is OBD Il compliant the label will designate OBD II Certified Additionally Government regulations mandate that all OBD II compliant vehicles must have a common sixteen pin Data Link Connector DLC For your vehicle to be OBD II compliant it must have a 16 pin DLC Data Link Connector under the dash and the Vehicle Emission Control Information Label must state that the vehicle is OBD I compliant 4 OPERATION 4 1 Connection 1 Turn the ignition off 2 Locate the vehicle s 16 pin Data Link Connector DLC 3 Plug the OBDII cable into the vehicle s DLC
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14. T Bridge Controller Re After a while then the following window will appear 32 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install a device driver for a hardware device To continue click Next CTT Next gt TES Cancel Please click Next enter the following window Found New Hardware Wizard Install Hardware Device Drivers A device driver is a software program that enables a hardware device to work with an operating system This wizard will complete the installation for this device oy CP2102 USB to UART Bridge Controller A device driver is a software program that makes a hardware device work Windows needs driver files for your new device To locate driver files and complete the installation click Next E Known drivers for this device so that can choose a specific lt Back Next gt Cancel Select Search for a suitable driver for my device recommended and click Next gt 33 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Locate Driver Files Where do you want Windows to search for driver files Select Specify a location and click Next gt Found New Hardware Wizard You can input the direction of driver saved or click Browse to search it as following figure 34 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual History i Wi Desktop EA My Documents siabbus int z Files of type
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16. User s Manual 08 tich A N Pawar ee eh YS i mm Jl Select O2 sensor test in Special Tests menu and press and the screen will display as shown below Select 02 Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 1 Bank 1 Sensor 2 Press e or to select item then press Ai to confirm Press M4 to exit Press i IS button to select a sensor and press lt 7 the screen will display as shown below 26 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Bank 1 Sensor 2 gt Max Sensor Vol V Sensor Period Gi Press or to select item then press ai to confirm Press M4 to exit In this window there are two items Max sensor voltage V and Sensor Period S you can use A button to select a item and press lt a the screen will display as shown below Bank 1 Sensor 2 Max Sens Vol V Module 10 Test value 0 Min limit 0 42 Max limit 0 22 Status Fail Press wa to Exit 4 3 4 On board monitor test This function can be utilized to read the results of on board diagnostic monitoring tests for specific components systems Select On board monitor test in Special Tests menu and press 4P and the screen will display as shown below 27 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual On Board Monitor test gt Test 01 Data Test 02 Data Test 03 Data Test 04 Data Test 05 Data Press e or to select item then press ai to confirm Press M4 to exit You can use f I button to
17. d as Not Complete or Not Ready In order for the OBD monitor system to become ready the vehicle should be driven under a variety of normal operating conditions These operating conditions may include a mix of highway driving and stop and go city type driving and at least one overnight off period For specific information on getting your vehicle s OBD monitor system ready please consult your vehicle owner s manual 2 6 OBD II Definitions Powertrain Control Module PCM OBD II terminology for the on board computer that controls engine and drive train Malfunction Indicator Light MIL Malfunction Indicator Light Service Engine Soon Check Engine is a term used for the light on the instrument panel It is to alert the driver and or the repair technician that there is a problem with one or more of vehicle s systems and may cause emissions to exceed federal standards If the MIL illuminates with a steady light it indicates that a problem has been detected and the vehicle should be serviced as soon as possible Under certain conditions the dashboard light will blink or flash This indicates a severe problem and flashing is intended to discourage vehicle operation The vehicle onboard diagnostic system cannot turn the MIL off until the necessary repairs are completed or the condition no longer exists DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC that identifies which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned L
18. e code The other four characters all numbers provide additional information on where the DTC originated and the operating conditions that caused it to set Here below is an example to illustrate the structure of the digits LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual DTC Example P0202 Systems P Powrtrain Identifying specific B Body malfunctioning section C Chassis of the systems U Network Code Type Sub systems Generic SAE 1 Fuel and air metering PO P2 P34 P39 2 Fuel and air metering BO B3 3 Ignition system or misfire C0 C3 4 Auxiliary emission controls U0 U3 5 Vehicle speed idle control and Manufacturer Specific auxiliary inputs P1 P30 P33 6 Computer and auxiliary outputs B1 B2 7 Transmission C1 C2 8 Transmission U1 U2 9 Transmission 2 3 Location of the Data Link Connector DLC The DLC Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector is the standardized 16 cavity connector where diagnostic code readers interface with the vehicle s on board computer The DLC is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel dash under or around the driver s side for most vehicles If Data Link Connector is not located under dashboard a label should be there telling location For LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual some Asian and European vehicles the DLC is located behind the ashtray and the ashtray must be removed to access the connector If the DLC cannot be found refer to the vehicle
19. eaderV User s Manual Table of Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 00000008 V 1 INTRODUCTION cisisiisnnsssscsccstscstnnssssssncsstnssnssstessneussnasnsaes 3 2 GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OBDII EOBD 3 2 1 ON BOARD DIAGNOSTICS OBD I 3 2 2 DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES D TCei 4 2 3 LOCATION OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR DLC 5 2 4 OBD II READINESS MONITORS nssosccoccccseseseeeseeeeeeeeeeesen 6 2 5 OBD II MONITOR READINESS Gras 7 2 6 OBD II DEFINITIONS cccccecceessessceeeeeseeeseeeeseeseeeeees 8 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS 0 0 ssesessssseessseeeeeeeees 10 3 1 OUTLINE OF CREADERV cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 10 3 2 SPECIFICATIONS cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeaeeeeeaeaees 11 3 3 ACCESSORIES INCLUDED ssnaassnnnsooeennnernoosenrrerereennnne 11 3 4 POWER SUPPLY rare a r an a ea E n aaa Menus 11 3 5 TOOL SETUP AND SELF TEST ccceeceeseesseseeeeeeeeeeees 11 3 6 VEHICLE COVERAGE ieran atraer raaraa a ariani 16 A OPERATION oe iscevcistenciciscavdvcieededvccscavevetecseavsisvavdveseedeainan 16 Al CONNECTION ee 16 4 1 DIAGNOSTIC CODES ssnsnnnsrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrren 17 A V Read Codes isee eves iiss Garver loves Een 17 4122 Erase Coda S iiine o Aittes eects Sieden ee eise 20 4 1 3 View Freeze Data 21 4 2 DATA Gran 21 4 2 1 Entire Datalet cecccccceeceeessseeeeeeeeeeeenseees 22 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 4 2 2 Custom Datalet 23
20. ese monitors are termed non continuous monitors and are listed below 1 EGR System 2 O2 Sensors 3 Catalyst 4 Evaporative System 5 O2 Sensor Heater 6 Secondary air Injection 7 Heated Catalyst 8 A C system 2 5 OBD II Monitor Readiness Status OBD II systems must indicate whether or not the vehicle s PCM s monitor system has completed testing on each component Components that have been tested will be reported as Ready or Complete meaning they have been tested by the OBD II system The purpose of recording readiness status is to allow inspectors to determine if the vehicle s OBD II system has tested all the components and or systems The powertrain control module PCM sets a monitor to Ready or Complete after an appropriate drive cycle has been performed The LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual drive cycle that enables a monitor and sets readiness codes to Ready varies for each individual monitor Once a monitor is set as Ready or Complete it will remain in this state A number of factors including erasing of diagnostic trouble codes DTCs with a code reader or a disconnected battery can result in Readiness Monitors being set to Not Ready Since the three continuous monitors are constantly evaluating they will be reported as Ready all of the time If testing of a particular supported non continuous monitor has not been completed the monitor status will be reporte
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22. nd retrieve codes again If there are still some trouble codes for hard troubles please find the reason caused the trouble code firstly and then solve the problem Now the trouble codes can be erased 4 1 3 View Freeze Data When an emission related fault occurs certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on board computer This information is referred to as freeze frame data View Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission related fault Note if DTCs were erased View Freeze Data may not be stored in vehicle memory depending on vehicle Select View Freeze Data the screen will display the interface as shown below Trouble Code P0157 Calculated Load 13 1 Coolant TEMP 85 Intake M A P 42Kpa Engine Speed 850rpm Vehicle Speed 68KMIH You can use t ll P button to view the data Press K 4 to return to Main Menu 4 2 Data Stream Press E or IR button to select Data Stream in Main Menu 21 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual interface and then press lt 7 button to confirm the screen will display the interface as shown below P Entire Data List Custom Data List Press or to select item then press ai to confirm Press M4 to exit You can view all data stream items or select a certain item of live data with a graph 4 2 1 Entire Data list Select Entire Data list and press 47 button to confirm the screen will display the interface as sho
23. nect to a computer for upgrading online 3 4 Power supply The power of the CreaderV is provided via the vehicle Data Link Connector DLC Follow the steps below to power it up 1 Find DLC on vehicle A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to remove it before plugging the OBDII cable 2 Plug the connector at the end of OBD II cable to the vehicle s DLC 3 5 Tool Setup and self test Select Tool Setup in the Main Menu and press Lef the screen will display the interface as shown below 11 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual System Setting P Adjust Contrast Select Language Unit of Measure Self Test Press e or to select item then press ei to confirm Press M4 to exit The CReaderV allows you to make the following adjustments settings and self test 1 Adjust Contrast Adjust the contrast of the LCD display Choose Adjust Contrast and press lt 7 the screen will display the interface as shown below Adjust Contrast 35 Press to inc Press a to dec Press Ai to affirm Press Mdto exit In the Adjust Contrast interface you can adjust the contrast of screen Press Ka to increase contrast or press g to decrease contrast according to you desired LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 2 Select Language Selects desired language Choose Select Language and press lt 4 the screen will display the interface as shown below Select Language P English French Spa
24. nish Press or to select item then press ai to confirm Press M4 to exit You can press E key to choose English French or Spanish And then you press 7 to confirm The system will convert to the chosen language interface at once 3 Unit of Measure USA or metric Choose Unit of Measure and press Le the screen will display the interface as shown below LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Select Unit P USA Metric Press or to select item then press to confirm Press 44 to exit Press t or P to select unit and press 4 to confirm 4 Self test Test buttons and LCD operation In the Self Test interface you can do LCD Test and Buttons Test Self Test P LCD Test Keyboard Test Press or to select item then press ai to confirm Press M4 to exit Select LCD Test and press lt q to enter the LCD test interface as shown below LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual LCD Test Check LCD carefully Press L a to Exit And then the screen will display with a dark background automatically You can see if there is hot pixel against the dark background After check is complete please press bal to return to the previous interface And choose Keyboard Test press a7 to perform keyboard test Keyboard Test Press a key The icon will display Press L a to Exit You can press E CN or Lef If they appear on the screen it indicates that the
25. ntrollers IDE ATAJATAPI controllers CODELINK for O DS JY Communications Port COM1 F ECP Printer Port LPT1 rei cf Sound video and game controllers m system devices Universal Serial Bus controllers Click Port COM amp LPT you will see CODELINK for OBD amp CAN USB Controller COMS3 the CreaderV has been connected at COM3 38 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 5 4 1 Upgrading Log on www crecorder com download latest version CreaderV program upgrade package and unzip it to local disk Connect the CreaderV to computer through USB cable and Open the CreaderV Upgrade exe The following box will appear Ea CReader Upgrade Tool 1 01 Comaunication Setting a OOM Pert 2 z Progress m Select the COM Port no using the pull down menu which belong to CreaderV see 5 4 COM PORT Click Start when a message of upgrading succeed pops out unplug USB cable Upgrading ends 39 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Warranty E THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO PERSONS WHO PURCHASE LAUNCH PRODUCTS FOR PURPOSES OF RESALE OR USE IN THE ORDINARY COURSE OF THE BUYER S BUSINESS LAUNCH electronic product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year 12 months from date of delivery to the user This warranty does not cover any part that has been abused altered used for a purpose other than for which it was intended or used in a manner inconsisten
26. ove the On Board Diagnostic system increased a new generation of On Board Diagnostic system was developed This second generation of On Board Diagnostic regulations is called OBD II The OBD II system is designed to monitor emission control systems and key engine components by performing either continuous or periodic tests of specific components and vehicle conditions When a problem is detected the OBD II system turns on a warning lamp MIL on the vehicle instrument panel to alert the driver typically by the phrase of Check Engine or Service Engine Soon The system will also store important information about the detected malfunction so that a technician can accurately find and fix the problem Here below follow three pieces of such valuable information 1 Whether the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL is LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual commanded on or off 2 Which if any Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs are stored 3 Readiness Monitor status 2 2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes are codes that are stored by the on board computer diagnostic system in response to a problem found in the vehicle These codes identify a particular problem area and are intended to provide you with a guide as to where a fault might be occurring within a vehicle OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes consist of a five digit alphanumeric code The first character a letter identifies which control system sets th
27. s to continue Press 47 to enter the next interface as shown below 18 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Select Carmaker P BENZ BWM CHRYSLER CITROEN DAEWOO DAIHATSU Press or to select item then press to confirm Press M4 to exit Now you can use KA CA key to move the cursor gt to select the carmaker to which the code belong We choose BENZ to view the definition Diagnostic Codes P1105 03 06 Altitude presssure sensor control module atmospheric pressure sensor Readout too large Atmospheric pressure sensor Readout too small high pressure sensor controller Press e or s to select item then press to confirm Press 4 to exit After viewing the manufacturer defined codes you can press LI key to view the next codes After viewing all the codes you can press Wal to return to the Diagnostic Codes Menu LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 4 1 2 Erase Codes Select Erase Codes the screen will display the interface as shown below Erasing DTCs Are you sure Press to Erase Press m4 to Exit Press 4 amp 7 to erase DTCs and the screen will display the interface as shown below Erasing DTCs DTC has been erased Press L a to Exit Notes e Before performing this function make sure to retrieve and record the 20 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual trouble codes e After clearing you should retrieve trouble codes once more or turn ignition on a
28. select a item and press lt 7 the screen will display as shown below On Board Monitor test Test 01 Data Component ID 6 Module 10 Test value 210 Min limit Max limit 0 Status Fail Press M4 to Exit 4 3 5 EVAP system test The EVAP test function lets you initiate a leak test for the vehicle s EVAP system The CreaderV does not perform the leak test but signals to vehicle s on board computer to initiate the test Before using the system test function refer to the vehicle s service repair manual to determine the procedures necessary to stop the test 28 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Select EVAP System Test and press 7 the screen will display the relative information about EVAP system Some vehicle manufacturers do not allow external devices to control vehicle system If the car doesn t support this function it may display as below EVAP Leak Test Control of on board systems unavailable on this vehicle Press wa to Exit If the vehicle s supports this function it may display as below EVAP Leak Test Command Sent Press wd to Exit 4 3 6 Vehicle Info Select Vehicle Info and press 47 the screen will display the formation such as VIN Vehicle identification Number CID Calibration 29 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual ID and CVN Calibration verify number 4 4 Code Lookup Select Code Lookup in the Main Menu and press 47 and the screen will display
29. t with instructions regarding use The exclusive remedy for any automotive meter found to be defective is repair or replacement and LAUNCH shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages Final determination of defects shall be made by LAUNCH in accordance with procedures established by LAUNCH No agent employee or representative of LAUNCH has any authority to bind LAUNCH to any affirmation representation or warranty concerning LAUNCH automotive meters except as stated herein Disclaimer THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Order Information E Replaceable and optional parts can be ordered directly from your LAUNCH authorized tool supplier Your order should include the following information 1 Quantity 2 Part number 3 Item description LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Customer Service If you have any questions on the operation of the unit please contact us Tel 86 755 84528431 84528822 E mail X431 cnlaunch com If your unit requires repair service return it to the manufacturer with a copy of the sales receipt and a note describing the problem If the unit is determined to be in warranty it will be repaired or replaced at no charge If the unit is determined to be out of warranty it will be repaired for a nominal service charge plus return freight Send the unit pre paid to Attn C
30. the interface as shown below Code Lookup Please input DTC P0000 Note The 1st character P C B U The 2nd character 0 1 2 3 The others from 0 to F Press eg or to select item then press to confirm Press 4 to exit You can use 8 key to change the first letter It can be switched among P B C and U And press lt 8 moves the cursor to next And then press I L key to input number After you input the code number press 47 to view the definition of the code After viewing the definition press k q to return to the Main Menu 5 Upgrading 5 1 CreaderV upgrading flow 30 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Register a i Registered New User ar 8 Download amp Driver installed Install driver Download latest version Upgrade package Connect Creadery to PC through USB Cable Click Start to upgrade 31 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 5 2 User registration As you buy a CreaderV please visit www crecorder com to register only after successfully registered you can logon at the site and can download the CreaderV driver amp latest version program of CreaderV 5 3 Driver download amp installation 5 3 1 Driver download Log on www crecorder com download CreaderV driver and then unzip it to local disk 5 3 2 Install driver When you connect CreaderV with PC first time the following window will appear A CP2102 USB to UAR
31. tion of this Agreement Customer Records Customer grants to LAUNCH and its independent accountants the right to examine Customer s books records and accounts during Customer s normal business hours to verify compliance with this Agreement In the event such audit discloses non compliance with this Agreement Customer shall promptly pay to LAUNCH the appropriate license fees plus the reasonable cost of conducting the audit Export Software including technical data may be subject to PRC export control laws including the PRC Export Administration Act and its associated regulations and may be subject to export or import General Notice KH Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners LAUNCH disclaims any and all rights in those marks KH There is a possibility that this unit is inapplicable to some of the vehicle models or systems listed in the diagnosis section due to different countries areas and or years Do not hesitate to contact LAUNCH if you come across such questions We are to help you solve the problem as soon as possible Disclaimer KH To take full advantage of the unit you should be familiar with the engine 3 All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual reserved to make change at any time without
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33. wn below Entire Data list DIC number LC Engine RPE Press or to select item then press to confirm Press M4 to exit 22 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual 4 2 2 Custom Data list Select Custom Data list and press lt lt button to confirm a tips window will be displayed that tells you how to select after you select one live data desired and press Lef button the window will be like as shown below Custom Data list Engine RPE 1200 rpa 2000 Upper is live data name value lower is a graph of engine speed variation 4 3 Special Tests Select Special Tests in Main Menu and press 47 then the screen will display the interface as shown below 23 LAUNCH CreaderV User s Manual Special Tests P IM Readiness MIL Status 02 Sensor Test On board Monitor Test EVAP System Test Vehicle Info Press e or to select item then press to confirm Press Md to exit 4 3 1 I M Readiness IM refers to Inspection and Maintenance that is legislated by the Government to meet federal clean air standards I M Readiness indicates whether or not the various emissions related systems on the vehicle are operating properly and are ready for Inspection and Maintenance testing The purpose of the I M Readiness Monitor Status is to indicate which of the vehicle s Monitors have run and completed their diagnosis and testing as described in 2 5 and which ones have not yet run and completed
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