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Launch CReader 6011 User Manual

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    V1.00.001 2017-09-22 note: this user manual applies to the following creader models: creader 6011, creader 7001, creader 7001f, creader 8001, creader 8011, creader 8021 and creader 9081. All illustrations and descriptions herein are only for reference. We reserve the right to make changes due to sof...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual i trademark information launch is a registered trademark of launch tech co., ltd. (launch) in china and other countries. All other launch trademarks, service marks, domain names, logos and company names referred to in this manual are either trademarks, reg...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual ii disclaimer to take full advantage of the unit, you should be familiar with the engine.  all information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is r...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual iii engine is running.  keep the tool dry, clean, free from oil/water or grease. Use a mild detergent on a clean cloth to clean the outside of the tool, when necessary..

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual iv table of contents 1. Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1 2. General information ......................................................................................... 2...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual v 5.3.5 diesel particulate filter (dpf) regeneration (only applies to creader 7011f/9081) ............................................................................. 20 5.3.6 tire pressure monitor system reset (only applies to creader 9081) ................

  • Page 7: 1. Introduction

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 1 1. Introduction featuring a 4.0” color lcd and similar appearance, each of creader 6011/7001/7001f/8001/8011/8021/9081 supports all 10 modes of obd ii test for a complete diagnosis. Creader 6011 in addition to the full obdii/eobd diagnostic functions, cr...

  • Page 8: 2. General Information

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 2 cable. The memory card is highly recommended to update your tool. Note: creader 6011/7001/7001f/8001/8011/8021/9081 may automatically reset while being disturbed by strong static electricity. This is a normal reaction. 2. General information 2.1 on-board...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 3 figure 2-1 2.3 location of the data link connector (dlc) the dlc (data link connector or diagnostic link connector) is typically a 16-pin connector where diagnostic code readers interface with the vehicle’s on-board computer. The dlc is usually located 1...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 4 figure 2-2 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 periodi...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 5 engine system components require the vehicle to be operated under specific conditions before the monitor is ready. These monitors are termed non-continuous monitors and are listed below: 1) egr system 2) o 2 sensors 3) catalyst 4) evaporative system 5) o...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 6 2.6 obd ii definitions powertrain control module (pcm) – it is the 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 ...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 7 rpm, vehicle speed, air flow, 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 dynami...

  • Page 14: 3. Product Descriptions

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 8 3. Product descriptions 3.1 outline of creader 6011/7001/7001f/8001/8011/8021/9081 figure 3-1 creader 6011/7001/7001f/8001/8011/8021/9081 front view note: creader 6011/7001/7001f/8001/8011/8021/9081 feature same appearance. No. Name descriptions a db-15 ...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 9 / move cursor left or right for selection; or turn page up and down when more than one page is displayed. 5 memory card slot to insert the memory card to update your tool. 6 mini usb port to connect to pc via usb cable for upgrading. 7 er(f2) to erase th...

  • Page 16: 4. Connection & Settings

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 10 4. Connection & settings 4.1 connection 1. Turn the ignition off. 2. Locate vehicle’s dlc socket: refer to fig. 2-2 for the location. In case no dlc is found, please refer to automobile repair manual. 3. Plug one end of the diagnostic cable into the db1...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 11 figure 4-2 1) language this option enables you to set the user interface language. Note: due to continuous software upgrade, language interface may differ from different software versions. 2) unit of measure this option allows you to set measurement uni...

  • Page 18: 5. Diagnose

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 12 5. Diagnose select [diagnose] in main menu and press [ok], the screen will display monitor status interface as following figure 5-1: figure 5-1 (only applies to creader 6011/8001/8011/8021) figure 5-1 (only applies to creader 7001/7001f/9081).

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 13 5.1 obdii/eobd diagnosing this 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 perform a number of o...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 14 figure 5-3 it mainly includes the following functions: 1. Read codes this option is used to identify which section of the emission control system has malfunctioned. 2. Erase codes after reading the retrieved codes from the vehicle and certain repairs ha...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 15 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...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 16 the tool does not perform the leak test, but signals to vehicle’s on-board computer are 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. 9. ...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 17 notes:  this function does not apply to creader 7001, creader 7001f and creader 9081.  before diagnosing, please make sure the diagnostic program corresponding to certain vehicle model has been installed on your tool.  for vehicles manufactured by di...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 18 select “diagnose” select “reset” (e.G. Oil lamp reset etc.) select the desired reset item (e.G. Oil lamp reset etc.) select the car brand select the service mode (the available mode varies from vehicle to vehicle) follow the instructions on the screen t...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 19 5.3.1 oil reset service (only applies to creader 7001/7011f/8001/8011/ 8021/9081) this function allows you to perform reset for the engine oil life system, which calculates an optimal oil life change interval depending on the vehicle driving conditions ...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 20 and battery matching will be done. Battery matching must be performed in the following cases: a) main battery is replaced. Battery matching must be performed to clear original low battery information and prevent the related control module from detecting...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 21 5.3.7 abs bleeding (only applies to creader 7011f/9081) this function allows you to perform various bi-directional tests to check the operating conditions of anti-lock braking system (abs). 1. When the abs contains air, the abs bleeding function must be...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 22 function must be performed so that the immobilizer control system on the car identifies and authorizes remote control keys to normally use the car. When the ignition switch key, ignition switch, combined instrument panel, ecu, bcm, or remote control bat...

  • Page 29: 6. Help

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 23 6. Help this menu enables you to view tool information and obd introduction. In main menu, select [help] and press [ok] to enter figure 6-1. Figure 6-1 6.1 dlc location information this option helps you to find the location of the vehicle’s dlc. 6.2 dtc...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 24 figure 6-2 press [ ]/[] button to move the highlight bar to different position. Press []/[] button to alter the value, then press [ok] button, the screen will display definition of the dtc. 6.3 abbreviation this option allows you to view the full na...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 25 figure 6-3 note: you are strongly recommended to note down the serial number and register code in figure 6-3 since these 2 pieces of information are required while registering your tool. 6.5 about obd this option allows you to have a general knowledge o...

  • Page 32: 7. Register & Update

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 26 7. Register & update prerequisite conditions: 1. System requirements: windows xp, 7, 8 or windows 10. 2. Go to http://mycar.X431.Com, click “products” -> “creader online” -> “creader 6011/7001/8001/8011/8021/9081” to download the update tool and install...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 27 figure 7-1 (for creader 8001) figure 7-1 (for creader 8011).

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 28 figure 7-1 (for creader 8021) figure 7-1 (for creader 9081) there are 2 methods available to update your tool. You may choose one of the following to proceed. Method 1: via memory card (recommended) 1. Launch the update tool, a screen similar to figure ...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 29 figure 7-2 2. In figure 7-2, type in the product serial number (located at the back of the tool). Note: once the s/n is entered, “restore system” becomes activated, which is used to restore system if a new memory card is replaced. 3. Click [device upgra...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 30 5. After the tool has powered up and entered the main menu screen, move the highlight bar on the “help” icon and press [ok]. Figure 7-4 6. Highlight the “tool information” in figure 7-4 and press [ok]. Figure 7-5.

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 31 7. The register code shown in figure 7-5 is the register code needed in step 3. (return to step 3 and input the register code and then proceed) 8. Install the memory card from the tool into the supplied memory card adaptor and insert into the usb port o...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 32 figure 7-7 3. Press [ok] to configure this tool as a usb device. See figure 7-8. Figure 7-8 note: the serial number and register code shown in this figure are needed for inputting in steps 4-6..

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 33 4. Launch the update tool, a screen similar to figure 7-9 will appear. Figure 7-9 5. Type in the serial number. Click [device upgrade] to input the information and click [submit] to enter the update page. Figure 7-10 6. Select the updates you would like...

  • Page 40: 8. Faq

    Launch creader series english user’s manual 34 8. Faq here we list some frequently asked questions and answers relating to the tool. Question: system halts when reading data stream. What is the reason? Answer: it may be caused by a slackened connector. Please turn off the tool, firmly connect the co...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 35 warranty 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...

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    Launch creader series english user’s manual 36 statement: launch reserves the rights to make any change to product designs and specifications without notice. The actual object may differ a little from the descriptions in the manual in physical appearance, color and configuration. We have tried our b...