LAUNCH TECH Pilot TPMS, User Manual

Page 1: ...e complete intellectual property rights for the software used by this product For any reverse engineering or cracking actions against the software LAUNCH will block the use of this product and reserve...

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Page 3: ...a result of accident misuse or abuse of this unit or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this unit or failure to strictly comply with LAUNCH operating and maintenance instructions LAU...

Page 4: ...conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The device has been evalua...

Page 5: ...Product Descriptions 7 3 1 Outline of Pilot TPMS 7 3 2 Technical Specifications 9 3 3 Accessories Checklist 9 4 Initial Use 10 4 1 Charging Pilot TPMS 10 4 2 Getting Started 10 4 3 Job Menu 12 5 TPMS...

Page 6: ...Link Connector Location 43 8 5 Image 43 8 6 Feedback 43 8 7 Firmware Fix 43 8 8 FAQ 43 9 Settings 44 9 1 Units of measurement 44 9 2 Automatic detection on connect 44 9 3 Display Brightness 44 9 4 Sou...

Page 7: ...including EVAP O2 Sensor I M Readiness MIL Status VIN Info and On board monitors testing etc Remote Diagnosis optional This option aims to help repair shops or technicians launch instant messaging an...

Page 8: ...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 W...

Page 9: ...omputer 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 la...

Page 10: ...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 oper...

Page 11: ...nitor has not been completed the monitor status will be reported 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...

Page 12: ...en 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...

Page 13: ...PMS User s Manual EN 3 Product Descriptions 3 1 Outline of Pilot TPMS Figure 3 1 No Name Descriptions 1 LCD Indicates test results 2 I M A quick dial to Read I M readiness Note This function only appl...

Page 14: ...down when more than one page is displayed 8 OBD 16 connector To connect to vehicle s DLC Data Link Connector via diagnostic cable 9 5V Charging port To connect to external DC power for charging Pilot...

Page 15: ...Touch Keypad input Charging via DC 5V charging cable or Diagnostic cable through connection to vehicle s DLC Dimension 248 7mm x 93 5mm x 36mm Net weight 530g Working temperature 10 to 50 C 14 to 122...

Page 16: ...Via Diagnostic Cable Insert one end of the diagnostic cable into the DB 15 connector of the tool and the other end to the vehicle s DLC Once the charging LED illuminates solid green it indicates that...

Page 17: ...k password Note If you choose Ignore in WLAN setup it will go into the date setting page If the tool has been properly connected to the Internet the system will automatically obtain the correct networ...

Page 18: ...is option presents a quick way to check for DTCs isolate the cause of the illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL check monitor status prior to emissions certification testing verify repairs and pe...

Page 19: ...ic report Diagnostic record Feedback and Image etc Settings To make some system settings including Network setup Email and Brightness etc GEAR Coming soon An add on module for function extension inclu...

Page 20: ...S services for technicians to quickly solve TPMS related problems in the shortest time and with the highest efficiency 5 1 Vehicle Selection Select a manufacturer brand on the TPMS Service Menu and fo...

Page 21: ...may display for vehicles using Indirect TPMS Fig 5 4 For Indirect TPMS vehicle only the Learning function is supported Tap the vehicle year information button a vehicle year model confirmation message...

Page 22: ...steps in Vehicle Selection to select the test vehicle 2 Hold the top right corner of the tool close to the sensor mounted on the wheel The trigger antenna is embedded in the tool s upper right hand c...

Page 23: ...of the triggered sensor will display on the table 5 3 TPMS Diagnosis The Diagnosis function is used to check the status of the TPMS system This function requires connection with the test vehicle Pleas...

Page 24: ...red In this case the vehicle ECU cannot recognize the sensor installed on the vehicle If the OBD function is not supported by the test vehicle the sensor ID saved in the TPMS ECU cannot be retrieved a...

Page 25: ...19 LAUNCH Pilot TPMS User s Manual EN Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed Fig 5 11 Fig 5 12...

Page 26: ...rogramming function allows users to program the sensor data to the Sensor to replace existing sensors with low battery life and ones that are no longer functioning This device offers three programming...

Page 27: ...m can create the sensor ID activated Once the sensors mounted on the vehicle have been triggered and the sensor and tire information displayed on the tool the By Activating can use to program a new Se...

Page 28: ...to program a new Sensor with the ID of an TPMS sensor Select a wheel location on the display and place a Sensor near the top right corner of the tool and then tap Manual to program the new Sensor Tap...

Page 29: ...when the new sensor IDs are different from the original sensor IDs stored within TPMS ECU There are THREE ways for Learning Static Learning Self learning and OBD Learning Static learning Static Learn...

Page 30: ...UNCH Pilot TPMS User s Manual Self learning For some vehicles the Learning function can be completed by driving Refer to the on screen Learning Process for the exact details for operation Fig 5 21 Fig...

Page 31: ...BD learning The OBD learning function allows the Pilot TPMS to directly write the TPMS sensor IDs to the TPMS module To perform the Learning activate all four sensors Figure 5 23 Follow the instructio...

Page 32: ...t equipped under dashboard a label indicating its position will be given In case no DLC is found please refer to Automobile Repair Manual 3 Plug one end of the diagnostic cable into the DB 15 connecto...

Page 33: ...g the vehicle systems After the scanning is complete a diagnostic report will be automatically generated and sent to your email box if bound B If the tool failed to access the VIN information the scre...

Page 34: ...ertain vehicle model has been installed on your Pilot TPMS For vehicles manufactured by different vendors it is possible that it has different diagnostic menus For details please follow the instructio...

Page 35: ...version Tap the DEMO to go to Step 2 Fig 6 3 Fig 6 4 2 Select test item Select the desired test item to proceed Fig 6 5 6 2 2 1 Health Report Quick Test This function varies from vehicle to vehicle I...

Page 36: ...to display the details of DTCs existing in the current system Tap to hide it Enter Tap to select other test functions For detailed operations refer to Chapter 6 2 2 3 System Selection Report Tap to sa...

Page 37: ...ke ECM for example to jump to the test function page Fig 6 8 Note Different vehicle has different diagnostic menus A Version Information This function is used to read the version information of system...

Page 38: ...is set Help Tap to view the help information Code Search Tap it to search for more information about the current DTC online Report To save the current data in text format All diagnostic reports can be...

Page 39: ...system will display data stream items Fig 6 10 On screen Buttons Select All Tap it to select all items of the current page To select certain data stream item just check the box before the item name U...

Page 40: ...from the right left to advance return to the next previous page There are 3 types of display modes available for data viewing allowing you to view various types of parameters in the most suitable way...

Page 41: ...The saved file follows the naming rule It begins with vehicle type and then the record starting time and ends with x431 To differentiate between files please configure the accurate system time All di...

Page 42: ...been carried out you can use this function to erase the codes from the vehicle Before performing this function please be sure the vehicle s ignition key is in the ON position with the engine off Note...

Page 43: ...rtain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on board computer This information is referred to as freeze frame data Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emission rel...

Page 44: ...ly tested vehicles and users can resume from the last operation without the necessity of starting from scratch Tap History on the Manual Diagnosis main menu screen all diagnostic records will be liste...

Page 45: ...sing manual reset users just follow the on screen instructions to select appropriate execution options enter correct data or values and perform necessary actions the system will guide you through the...

Page 46: ...basis This function requires a stable network connection Tap Upgrade on the Job menu to enter the update center By default all diagnostic software is selected To deselect certain software tap Unselec...

Page 47: ...items and tap OK to jump to the playback page On screen Buttons Graph displays the parameters in waveform graphs Combine this option is mostly used in graph merge status for data comparison In this ca...

Page 48: ...ickly locate it To select certain report just check the box at the right lower corner of the report To select all reports tap Select All To deselect all tap Unselect Tap it to view its details Select...

Page 49: ...type and fill in the detailed failure description in the blank text box and telephone or email address After inputting tap Submit Result to send it to us B History Tap it to view all diagnostic feedba...

Page 50: ...S will consume more power While it keeps unused please set it off to save power While WLAN keeps unused please turn it off to conserve battery power Pilot TPMS has built in WLAN module that can be use...

Page 51: ...lly deleted 9 8 Email Setup This option is used to set up the default email address for automatically receiving the diagnostic reports 9 9 Recovery Use this item to reset this tool to the default fact...

Page 52: ...d the transmission is in the neutral position and the water is in proper temperature 4 What to do if the system fails to start auto VIN detection Please check the following possible reasons Whether Pi...

Page 53: ...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...