Posts

Showing posts from November, 2026

LAUNCH X431 Tool Split-Screen Function Introduction

Image
 All-New Split-Screen Feature Now on LAUNCH X431 Scan Tool . Diagnose, verify, and reference repair data side-by-side on a single display without switching screens. The new Split-Screen feature on the X-431 Scan Tools provides true system-level multitasking. Technicians can instantly divide the workspace into two independent operating areas, allowing simultaneous execution of diagnostic operations alongside tech info search, third-party apps, or other functions within X-431 APP. The following walk through illustrates the workflow on the X431 PAD9. Operating logic across other compatible models is identical. 1) Locate and Tap the Split-Screen Icon Open the X-431 APP. Locate the Split-Screen icon on the bottom navigation bar and tap it to initialize split-screen mode. 2) Automatic Dual-Zone Division The display automatically splits into two independent operating zones. The left zone maintains the ongoing. X-431 APP interface, while the right opens the application laun...

LAUNCH X431 PRO ELITE Review: Worth It for Multi-Brand Workshop?

Image
 If I were shopping for a multi-brand diagnostic tool, the LAUNCH X431 PRO Elite would get my attention. It covers far more than basic fault-code reading, but here’s the catch: a long feature list and thousands of vehicle entries don’t guarantee the functions you need will work on your car. What Matters in Real Use The Function List Is Its Biggest Selling Point Reading codes is the bare minimum. The X431 PRO Elite goes further with live data, active tests, service resets, adaptations, and ECU coding. Why it matters: You get more options for diagnosing faults and handling routine workshop jobs with one tool. My take: This is where the PRO Elite makes its case. If you regularly work across different makes, these functions are more valuable than a scanner that only tells you what’s wrong. Just remember that function availability varies by vehicle. Don’t assume every option works on every car. Don’t Be Fooled by the Vehicle Count The video shows 107,079 Volkswag...

LAUNCH X431 PAD: Apply Electric Parking Brake for Citroen JUMPY(K0)

Image
 After replacing the brake pads, it is necessary to configure the anti-lock brake system within the vehicle’s computer to ensure the electric parking brake functions correctly. This article explains how to use the LAUNCH X431 PAD9 to perform the " Apply Electric Parking Brake " function on a 2018 Citroen Jumpy (K0). Function Description: This function is typically used in the following scenario: After brake pad replacement. Tested Model: Citroen — JUMPY (K0) — 2018 Supported Equipment: X431 PRO series , X431 PRO3 series , X431 PRO5 , and X431 PAD series , the current one for Demo is X431 PAD9. Execution Conditions: - The battery level is normal, and the vehicle is in a stationary state. - Engine OFF. - Ignition switch in the ON position. - Vehicle parked on a level ground and wheels secured with wheel chocks. Operating Procedure: 1) Connect the X431 tool to the vehicle’s OBD port, then select [Local Diagnose] -> [CITROEN] within the X-431 app. It is ...