Launch X431 DiagunIV vs. Snap-On Verus vs. Autel -Part 1

[@MiguelFlores-jp1ss]

This is exactly the kind of video I was needing. Not just having a scan tool but how to use it step by step. I would like to see each of your scan tools shown in this manner. Great video, THANKS IVAN!!!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Glad you found it useful, Miguel!

[@kingbolen_official]

Thanks for your feedback

[@rimmersbryggeri]

@@kingbolen_official I am looking for a plcae that sells this in sweden but I cant find. Do you guys have any tips?

[@kingbolen_official]

@@rimmersbryggeri You can order it on our global website that it support ship to sweden kingbolentool.com/collections/professional-bi-directional-scanner

[@billneu9520]

I am always impressed with the way you tackled the new scaner. You are truly a great communicator. Never miss your videos BillN LINY can’t wait for the next video

[@sinegra30]

Excellent review just what I was looking for since I saw Danny and keith saying great things about this launch mini

[@amberwagner4461]

Omg effin finally somebody made a legit video on real world real use. Great job bro

[@Jpilgrim30]

The maxisys will also store an extensive history of all of the cars you’ve scanned as well. If you click on the history tab from the main screen where you select a vehicle you can see every vehicle you’ve scanned back for years.

[@neverstoplearning382]

That is correct. Regards.

[@ericcorse]

This is going to be a great series and ought to help lots of folks make a decision about this tool.

[@mikec3104]

what a great demonstration video! very well done! im sure this vid will help a ton of people make a better more educated decision. the diagun looks like a darn good scanner. it definately has some quirks, but i think that's true of any scanner (even at any price!) i've been thinking about picking up one of the launch 431 tablets to add to my scanner arsenal, but now i'll have to add this little guy to the list of possiblities as well. two years ago i picked up a autel 906bt, i use it along with a snap-on verus at work everyday. the autel is another great priced, full feature scanner (aprox 1000-1500 for full tpms model) that deserves a closer look by anybody looking for a pro level scanner.

[@randomgooglename]

Mike Clark agreed. i have the 906ts and to me, for the price i think its the best option. it has functions the snap on doesnt have and i think its more user friendly then the launch products. just my .02

[@mikec3104]

@@randomgooglename im glad to hear im not the only autel 906ts fan. I hear so many people talk badly of it and praise the snap on..but for me there seems to be a pretty significant amount of times where the autel comes through when the snapon wont. It did take me a while to learn all the quirks and how to get the most out of it but im sure glad i did, It has been a great investment. I guess all tools have there own sets of weak/strong points..the scope and the troubleshooter on snapon are definitely great to have too tho

[@randomgooglename]

Mike Clark the shop scanner is a solus and we have also have a tpms tool. the 906ts out classes them both in my opinion. theres been a dozen times that we had to pull mine out to access a function or pid the solus wasnt showing. i am curious about this launch scanner though. im thinking about picking one up due to the price

[@Jpilgrim30]

I love my Diagun IV. That little guy is a powerful tool. Sometimes you just don’t feel like lugging a VCI and tablet around. Just make sure to turn on the alarm to remind you to grab the dongle when done.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Yup the alarm is handy for sure!

[@prmayner]

i have the pros mini for about 6 months now and love it, the other day was scanning a 2010 charger don't know what happened but no comm. with the tcm, hooked up verus and had no problem, beats me but I still love it great compact little tool, it's the one i grab first. thanks Ivan.

[@BuggysTowJam]

Very good and thorough comparative analysis Ivan! Thank you for making these videos! I truly appreciate your efforts and have learned so much from you! Thumbs up as always!

[@sjn7220]

22:43 "Remember we replaced the transmission..." not we, that was all you. We just watched it while eating popcorn. 😊

[@throttletherapy9998]

I'm going to buy new scan tool equipment in the next few weeks, so it is really great to see this video. I have realalized in the past that you need more than one scan tool when you work on multiple car lines. I'm probably going to end up with the Autel 908bt. The other thing I need is the OBD1 adapters because down here in Louisiana I still work on a lot of pre 96 cars they just don't rust , I worked on an 84 camaro 1 owner and never been restored and the car was in really good shape I also I like the launch but as I get older I need a bigger screen especially when I test drive. Can't wait to see it on the 92 Olds , i used to own a 92 Trans Port and that was a really good vehicle. Most of the vehicles I work on are usually around 05 to 08 year range. Thank you for taking time to make these videos they are a tremendous help and informative!

[@mikephelps8212]

I have that autel, one thing to note. It won't support OBD1. You might get it to communicate with one module here or there if you are lucky

[@throttletherapy9998]

@@mikephelps8212 Do you know which autel has those adapters and can do OBD1

[@Sandmansa]

I have had a Launch X431 Pad II for a number of years now. And for the most part, I love it. The software looks and works almost identically to that Diagun IV. The only real complaint I have with mine is the lack of TPMS support for most vehicles.

[@turtlezed]

Scan tool reviews are a huge help Ivan. It's a sickener you need 3 or 4 of them is all....great vid mate, keep em comin'. More scan tool Vids please.....ppl want to know what does what before shelling out the hard earned....

[@rimmersbryggeri]

If you work only on VW and have the dealer tool you still need another one becasue the VW one stops working all the time.

[@arthurfricchione8119]

Ivan excellent video. Thanks for the video showing all it can do. I have one also but Purchased mine without all the extra adapters. I own a 1999 EXL accord 3.0 and a 2007 Odyssey 3.5. I need to check to see if it has the fuel pump option if you can turn it off while the engine is running on both cars. I also just replaced the R/H ABS sensor because the wife said she felt a chatter when applying the brakes at very low speed but no ABS light illuminated. Changed the R/H wheel speed sensor because while doing the brakes I found the sensor completely frozen into the hub and destroyed it getting it out. Problem is now gone. According to Paul Danner, the VSR has low sensibility at very low speed but will activate the braking system. Changed the brakes and front rotors even though they were well within spec. mainly because of age. The car only has 58000 miles like brand new. Now to use tool to see if it communicates with the ABS system. Looking forward to the next video. ❤️️

[@scm50able]

I have been using Snap-on high end scan tools for more than twenty years. Last two years I switched over to LAINCH. I tell you , LAINCH is far superior than the Snap-on. It is most modern , many capabilities and much more simple to use. The price is just 1/8 of Snap- tool . It covers all manufacturers and constant upgrading , free for the first two years. LAINCH is a great tool.

[@ttttopobdddd6632]

A wise choice, the times are developing, made in China is more and more worth buying

[@tgrannan]

I was wondering if the reason you couldn't do everything from the health report is because you paused it?

[@autotec01]

Ivan,,,,I just ordered one ! I'm exited Hope it does what it says it does. I'll keep intouch & let you know what I find. I also have a repair shop In Woodbourne,ny !

[@codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706]

Good video Ivan. Love My Diagun IV. This thing also has Ford pmi installation which I haven’t found in any other scan tool except the ford ids.

[@Jpilgrim30]

Yeah that’s handy to have. The Maxisys will do it too

[@codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706]

John Pilgrim the autel has the pmi function as well? I’ll have to check mine to see if it has that. Funny how different tools have different functions.

[@Jpilgrim30]

Cody’s Auto diagnostics yeah I want to say you have to choose the programming menu at the menu where you choose diagnostics, service, etc. after you ID the vehicle.

[@codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706]

John Pilgrim aw gotcha!

[@AP9311]

Awesome video!! Very good explanation. Thanks for showing us how things work compared to other scanners. Very interesting! I enjoyed it

[@BDauto86]

I like seeing these comparison videos, we all know different scanners have different strengths and weaknesses. I have a verus pro, otc and autel. I have encountered vehicles that the snap on works and otc or autel does not and vice versa. Good video brother.

[@mhbarony1138]

For the Rogue's ABS module; the ID in the health report was different from the one in the functions menu. May be it was querying the wrong one and that's why the monitors were missing.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Sharp eye! Now I wonder how that is possible lol

[@mhbarony1138]

@@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics I could be wrong, but maybe one is for generic OBD2 readers which usually don't access monitoring functions for the ABS and the one in the special functions is the OEM module. I think it's just a oversight in the software design. perhaps.

[@SaturnTwinCam]

I have been waiting for this comparison! Especially against the Autel. I'm glad you'll be real world testing it as well, most just cover of what it is capable of doing, but not actual. Looking forward to the rest.

[@nathanielreid4967]

It is not silly, these company knows how to make money, that feature will come in a later up date with a new device that is incomparable with the old one

[@Matbug1812]

I have the Veris and a Launch 431x. They complament each other. If ur doing diag's on a wide variety of vehicles, then you really need both. Hopefully someone will come up with one, reasonably priced that will do it all. I'm a little bitter against Snap-on for their outrageous price for an upgrade from the first gen Veris. I'm holding out as long as i can! Love ur videos Ivan!

[@Premier-w3k]

34:53, It is good to have combination of scanners if you are into automobile repairs.

[@JohnWhite-Iowa-City]

The launch has the cvt reset I did it on a Nissan Versa Note last month, the menus are goofy but it is in there, similar to finding the abs data in a different menu.

[@nickjonesadventures]

Where did you find it?

[@kilswitch4336]

Was just looking at reviews on scan tools and saw nothing worth while until your vid. I was leaning towards the diagun because of the bi directional features. Perfect timing on your vid! For thousands less than professional grade I would say the diagun is prob best bang for your buck if you're not working out of a shop everyday. Hard to say with such limited reviews on scan tools but I feel better about the option now. Thanks a ton for taking the time to do this video bud, much appreciated! If you have what you think is a better option for under 1k, let me know please

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

My pleasure! This thing is definitely best bang for the buck out there for now. Technology has come a long way in a few short years. If you buy through the link in the description they might offer you a small discount since it's through a KZbin video :)

[@jackpatteeuw9244]

The acid test will be on EU models like newer Volvo and BMW !

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Yes! Unfortunately I didn't have any on the lot this weekend. But you can bet I'll try out the Diagun on the first Euro that I can get my hands on!

[@smartchishaya1670]

it is great on those ,i have been using it since last year

[@launchsupport6806]

Thank you,This is best Launch scan tool review video in KZbin.

[@steveo6631]

I just bought the Diagun V... Hope it works well and has been updated to combat the quirks on this video... I do like Launch products....

[@TractorWrangler01]

I love this kind of review. Thats a pretty nice tool. I bought one a few monts ago and have been bugging SMA to do simething like this but hes kinda ignoring my request. LOL The OBD1 requires the correct dongle. When I get home I'll post the part number.

[@RonP0310]

So glad ur doing this been torn between the digun iv and x431 pros mini

[@weldingjunkie]

Ron Przybyszewski get the X431+ has coding etc don’t get the 431

[@RonP0310]

@@weldingjunkie i will definitely look into that thanks for the input coding is definitely something good to have specially with Volkswagen n there keyfob options

[@weldingjunkie]

Ron Przybyszewski anytime same here. I have the Autel Elite works good for that but it’s $2500

[@cesarthedemonraymundo9612]

@@weldingjunkie It would be worth the price that elite maxisys has. thinking of buying one thanks for any help

[@weldingjunkie]

Cesar Raymundo so I own many scanners the snap on Zeus, the Bosch ads625, launch torque, launch mini and two Autel I have the Elite and the IM508 IMMO machine. If i were you I would buy the new Autel 608 it’s the elite with key making and IMMO programming its a beast! The only downside is the elite has a little better hardware and 2YR subscription that’s why I bought the elite and the IM608 wasn’t out yet. The update cost of the elite after subscription is $1100 and the update cost if the IM608 is $900 the IM608 has every function the Elite has however the IM508 cost more. I think one site has it for $2700 currently. If you can’t afford the IM608 get the Elite because it’s just as good as all my other scanners. Also the elite will do 2018 Chrysler jeep Fiat and get into the security module through obd2 check out my channel I have most of the scanners on there

[@petemiller5813]

Now I wish I had waited for the Digun VI before I bought my X431, this past summer. ut since I only use the device on my own vehicles and not paid diags, then I'm not unhappy. I wanted the bidirectional feature and I have that. Great video, as usual.

[@ThePracticalMechanic]

I wonder if will show “not equipped” if the module has No Comm. $700 isn’t bad compared the $3000-$14000 that Snap-on charges for their scan tools.

[@another1commenter770]

Yes it does , but so far all scanners Iv seen do apart from dealer tools that index the build sheet from and online database like VW, Audi. also the more modules present the faster the health report as It takes more time for it to decide a module wont talk back then it does to pull system ok from a communicating module. The slowest is a base BMW as the repoll timeout is about 15seconds per module and they have a lot of modules.

[@electronmarkboggess63]

I have the x431V and in my opinion it's a very capable in fact the most capable tool I've ever seen in the under $2500 price range.

[@kenyamyhomee]

Does it ever recognixe VINs. I do have a x431v+ and it has never recognized not even a single VIN

[@electronmarkboggess63]

@@kenyamyhomee really ?? Mine auto IDs everything and I work on stuff as old as 2010

[@robertb2468]

Hey Ivan, I just got the newer X431 PROS mini vs the older PRO mini in last week. It is very similar but a little bigger screen with all those connectors and 2 years of free updates. I registers and created an account. Did you do a full update? This ones latest factory software was only updated up to 2017. There is about 80 different updates it needed to download, took a while. It now works on many more functions on my diesel Sprinter. Today I will try it on a friends 2014 silverado pickup ABS and Traction problem. Still testing this scanner and so far like it. Thanks for doing this how to on this scanner

[@CubasAutomotive]

With the ABS no support... talk to Launch.. whomever you purchase from. Let them know. I have found they work on things pretty quick to update solutions. I've had hiccups on some of their updates but I let them know. Sometimes they ask you to screenshot things.. which helps, but in my experience they put out another update to fix their hiccup. If that makes sense. I got mine from Cardiag Tech on Amazon...and the support experience with specifically Doris.

[@CubasAutomotive]

But for the cash spent. . I can't complain. I'm in love with it here. I know it's not a "end all, be all" but great to have in the tool arsenal. Great video Ivan. You have more vehicles to test on than I did, when I 1st got mine.

[@TrailerAdventures55]

Good luck talking to launch. I thought others had poor customer service, but Launch is even worse. I have the X431 pro and it has never applied an update correctly. I know Android devices so I have figured out a convoluted way of getting a single update for one manufacturer to work, but that is it. It's been 5 months now with three dozen attempts to contact them and one response. "Reload the tool". After badgering them with Where can i download the code, they finally sent the program, and it does exactly the same thing. They will no longer respond at all, and have since quit selling this model. Gee, I wonder why...

[@CubasAutomotive]

@@TrailerAdventures55 it all depends who the seller was. I never dealt directly with Launch (I assume), but do have access to maybe a knockoff site in China. When I registered my unit, this was the site I had to access. I've had excellent support. They respond within a day usually if not a few hrs, as the time zone difference is probably the factor. I don't know what to tell you... I'm speaking from my own experiences. I have had mine almost a year, I've contacted & dealt with them several times. Doris, specifically, is who I deal with. Again, I got mine off Amazon, and the seller was Cardiag Tech. .. sellers make a HUGE difference.

[@chrisi1909]

Maybe if you select the TCM directly (as for the ABS) you get a other menu/functionlist as seen in the TCM ?

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

I tried, it was the same :)

[@gladmarchatlein8164]

Ivan my personal opinion is ...*Launch is the best ever scanning tool at this moment..you need to use it an became familiar with this tool...you can't compare any scanner with this A 1+ scanning tool. thanks for your demonstration Ivan.

[@ghost37666]

It's a health report, its main function is to report problems if any not to do special functions or read live data, thus it showed you nothing from there but all functions were there in the module menu.

[@rolandomendoza4981]

I know it's a year late but I believe you initialize the trans by looking at calibration data numbers then go back to trouble codes. Place it in drive and clear codes even though theres no codes then place back in park then go back to see data calibration numbers and they should all be zeros.

[@joeandgod1]

After a year, what's your updated opinion on this Scanner? Is it as good as advertised?

[@Compvir]

I wonder if Launch will have init function if entered in TCM through module select and not from health report. My logic is Autel cannot read ABS and Launch cannot read ABS from health report. But Launch can read ABS from module select. Autel has no CVT initialization and Launch has same functions in TCM when selected from health report. May be Launch works in different modes for health report and direct module selection?

[@kingbolen_official]

Launch have init function

[@kingbolen_official]

And some model data can not read in health report,anyway you can try it both. anything would keep upgrading. Thanks for your feedback!

[@Micko350]

Ivan. While it's doing the Health Report I thought I'd write this, you can use it on pretty much any Android phone(I have V+ on my old Samsung S5 I thought I had a video on it but obviously I haven't edited it yet) I'll try to get one up shortly.

[@theautomotivedoctormr.wils9217]

Exploring all these tools options is our dilemma , we find our favorites and kinda the first grab , But great input Ivan I have a Matoc Maximus 3.0 basically launch product . But seems they have improved some of the launch products , accessibility best way I can put it . But do believe launch is a solid diagnostic platform . Thanks for sharing ,, thinking of a future purchase of one these because of its size alone .

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

I was skeptical of a "smartphone" scanner, but this thing was quite impressive. And you can throw it in your glovebox haha

[@DormantIdeasNIQ]

Mannn! you rock... just like me(lol) ! I have been looking for a comprehensive job like this for 100s of videos... best damned one HANDS DOWN !!! no smart arse condescending crap, no babble, straight to it, and quick! Thumbs up, I would give you 10 if it let me. ...and I am subscribing, which I ever hardly do! QUESTION: how will this thing fare against a 2010 G4500 Duramax 6.6 LGH Diesel shuttle bus with air ride and a T-harness and 3 compressors (OEM, AUX(secondary Thermoking unit, and a 3rd compressor I have no idea what for)

[@picoboo5048]

You can download apps for printers so you can print off the diag report. I have the HP app on our launch pad 2. Works quite well😎

[@NewLevelAuto]

Same here

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Great tip! I'll have to do that with mine ;)

[@randomgooglename]

thanks for the video. i think i might grab one of these. i run an autel 906ts daily and this would be a great supplemental diagnosis tool without having to go the route of snap on. the price cant be beat thanks again!!

[@ozzstars_cars]

Nice scan tool comparison. I can tell you have been getting weekly manicures. Up next the Mystique. 🙂

[@kthwkr]

I like the openess of Android leading to so many devices that work similar so you don't have a steep learning curve.

[@georgebonney90]

I appreciate the review,I'm upgrading tools in the next month or two,I'm not sure what to get,but this helps thank u

[@weldingjunkie]

george bonney90 the 708? I got rid of mine I have the Elite and Verus edge

[@georgebonney90]

Thank u I'm probably going to go with snap-on as well,I'm really trying to cover all my bases with a good scan tool and scope

[@weldingjunkie]

george bonney90 you can find a Snap On Verus Edge complete fog $3500 on eBay I got mine for 3300 like new 18.4 I bought the Autel Elite to fill the holes and I use the pico 4425 for scope and or Verus scope

[@georgebonney90]

Thx for the info I really appreciate it,I'm thinking ill do something very similar to that

[@jerrymoore7669]

You meat nugget, as eric o calls them, doesn't work as well as the pen.

[@weshawkins7165]

Very good review. I’ve been watching SMA and your channel recently trying to find techs that demonstrate real world use of these tools. Better than what’s on TV these days. I’m looking at a new purchase and it’s between a launch product or the Autel MD906bt, still bouncing back and forth from on which one.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Thank you for the comment, Wes! Both Launch and Autel are good tools. Just slight differences in menus and screen size.

[@weshawkins7165]

Got a kick out of you and Eric working on that Buick with the 3.8 running on only one coil.

[@weldingjunkie]

Good video Ivan the launch x431+ is the top model its $300 more and can do coding etc. just a note 2018/19/20 Chrysler needs and 12+8 adapter only Autel has that so far for bi lateral functions. I have an Autel Elite and Snap On Edge and Pico 4425 I’m learning you need multiple scanners to not have to send work away. Thanks for sharing

[@kdautomotive1165]

I have a Verus Edge and Launch x431 V+. Another guy in the shop has an Autel and their is always times were we are trying multiple tools to find one that works

[@weldingjunkie]

KD Automotive very true you need 3 at least to do everything you need to do. Keith I’ve seen use tons of them. I think he has all of them lol. No one scanner is a be all

[@kdautomotive1165]

@@weldingjunkie it's going to get to a point where your going to need a Cardaq3 and rent OE tools as needed

[@weldingjunkie]

KD Automotive I think you are right the new Chrysler 18/19/20 needs the 14+8 cable to do any bi lateral testing or anything non code reading and it’s behind the radio it’s a pain only OE software can access it through the obd

[@kdautomotive1165]

@@weldingjunkie luckly in the aftermarket world you have 3-5 years (warrenty period) before we really start seeing these cars for repairs.

[@robertv8851]

It probably is a very good scanner considering it so much cheaper,let's face it snap on is the very best you can buy but this one is pretty powerful for the moeny.

[@themechanic6117]

I have the diagun 4 and for it's price it's a powerful tool. 👍

[@joebaker7573]

I gotta get that

[@gixertipico]

Thanks very much for this review.! I upgraded my 2013 accord LX interior to the touring model leather power seats and need to get the srs light reset and passenger weight sensor reset, so I bought a scanner that said it could reset all that, but no luck so far. Just ordered the launch. Now if I could find the wiring diagram for the driver seat, it would be awesome!! The passenger was easy to wire up, but the driver’s seat is a whole different game.

[@kingbolen_official]

Thanks for your support

[@calholli]

You should try the Xtool D8.. I've seen several people say that it is exactly like the OEM scan tools.. only $700 also

[@wtfhappened661]

You're right, Combining Graphs is VERY cooooooollll. (and thanks so much for this video...)

[@ThePracticalMechanic]

On the Subaru does it combine obd2 codes and manufacture specific code or do you have to read and clear the separately like the Snap-on scanner? I’ve always thought Snap-on should combine them.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Great question! I believe clearing them through OBDII should at least reset the MIL and clear the common ones.

[@r.weaver3769]

I have a Snap-on Solus with 14.2 does not appear to have many of the functions these have. Like my wifes 06 hyundai, shows codes for air bags but no data for stuff like the seatbelt buckle switches, (drivers buckle setting code for interrupted signal) I am thinking on getting one month sub to Alldata for schematics and just use meter to track down fault. if it's the switch, It is not available except in junk yards, I'll need to pull seat to get to it. Maybe I get lucky and it's a "No Parts Required". Thanks Ivan. Also, My 04 Jeep GC had ABS issue with LF WSS, but snap-on could not clear codes or do any functional test. I bought a ABS module off ebay because RF valve would activate at slow speeds. Took newer module opened up, reflowed solder joints "Just in case" and that module the Snap-on could read. I open the old one up, I'm sure I'll find something to fix.

[@zx8401ztv]

Looks like a neat device ivan, i would not expect perfection yet. I don't blame the hardware of the new scanner, just how well the software was written for ease of use and how complete the vehicle data is for every car ever created. No not the model T ford ha ha :-D But vehicle data can be updated, hopefully that new scanner is supported well. It has some speed problems and slow user controls, but it will improve :-D

[@Jpilgrim30]

You can just click on report after the health report and it would show you the code list from all modules.

[@IsshmanGarcia]

@Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics with the software on Diagun 4, when your 2 years free updates runs out does your scanner still work up to the point of last updates or does scanner become a brick- forcing you to buy updates every year?

[@davidhall3747]

It will continue to work normally. The Honda software wouldn't load shortly after my free software updates ended. Kingbolen honored the warranty and sent me out a new Scanner. They stand behind their warranty.

[@airthickness]

Awesome video, thank you Ivan!

[@Autofixpals]

The C3+ (nissan Scan Tool) has pretty much the same options in the TCM as your launch. It also displays the CVTfluid deterioration the same way... The Maxysys mini autel displays the same info that the launch just displayed. As far as the slow system scan speeds i can assure you that it's a Nissan thing the C3+ is just as slow if not slower. In fact i prefer to use the Autel because its a little faster than the C3+ and it doesnt freeze like the c3+ but warranty work wont allow it. Anyhow i am digging the Lauch Diagun and i may just pick one up. The price it rite too. Thanks for the comparison!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Nice! Good to hear from a dealer tech. The Launch is pretty slick! Try the link amazon link in the vid description to get a discount from the seller :)

[@jfroux1]

Thanks for your video. I bought this launch 431 a while ago. Today, I’m trying to bleed the ABS break on a Toyota Sienna 2006 and it keeps tell me that the vehicle is not equip. Is there an update I need or is it just a real bad scanner that can’t do that?

[@MasterChief-sl9ro]

The LAUNCH X431 V Pro can do everything the others did. All for only $800.00 and it's faster CPU makes waiting a thing of the past...

[@robertweir9034]

Ivan, thank you, thank you, thank you. Like everyone else is stating, this is what we need and the way your presenting it kind of answered my question on what can it do and NOT do. You also mentioned the autel, even though it has those adapters for pre-96 cars, that the software doesn't work. This is the kind of stuff I want to know cause I was getting all set to get the 906BT. WOW

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Hey Robert glad you liked the presentation! There is definitely no one perfect scanner, but for the price and capability, this Launch was a no-brainer haha

[@pinoyinaustralia3759]

Every brand of scan tools have lots of category scan tools.like autel if you have the cheep one it will give you less functionality but if you buy the expensive model that cause 3k to 4k us$ it will offer you as level of dealer capability same with launch, think tool x tool and top don foxwell and etc. But keep in mind every brand of scan tools have weakness because that is business like cell phone they don't make the cell phone perfect because of profitability same with scan tools.If you need a good scan tools invest on expensive ones.

[@nightflyr1]

Perhaps the ABS is not showing data in the one menu is because there is no fault codes present.

[@markdasparkauto1780]

The way how I look at it you need more than one to get the job done each scan tool have its own ability better than the other

[@carshop7232]

Hi Ivan, try EOBD on the 92 GM, using the 431

[@drbsr1948]

Hi Ivan excellent video. I bought one of these full kits and it arrived today. Got it registered and updated today, will connect to the car tomorrow. Did yours come with a missing chrysler-6 and Subaru-9 connectors. Foam cutout in the case but nothing there. I asked the seller on ebay about it and they commented back that none of the Diagun IV's came with them. What would you use these for anyway since you connect to the car through the bluetooth dongle?

[@charliemagoo7943]

No matter what this thing lacks, its not as bad as the vident ilink400. The vident cant read any info on most modules. It locks up. Customer service will ignore emails. The diagun is still a functional tool for the money.

[@phillipzan2005]

My only complaint. Especially someone that has a Lunch tool is that I would rather see like 5-6 data pids in action. Not just the throttle body pid. Cause I have noticed that on some vehicles your refresh rate can suffer more when you actually have multiple pids doing something vs just one.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

For sure, that's true on any scanner! Just select only the items you need for maximum data refresh rate :)

[@petemedina8446]

This was an very interesting vid comparing scan tools even tho I don't diagnostic's

[@errolthompson6298]

Hey, Ivan, the health report is where you will find anything wrong with any module real quick

[@jimepage]

You paused the health report scan earlier! So its not being strange its operator error.

[@anthonyp.harvey5985]

Did you enter the trany from the report and not directly????

[@adamtrombino106]

I still say the old red brick works the best on OBD 1 cars, at least on domestics. I am watching this vid series because I am in the market for a new scan tool. My OTC was updated last yr, but is driving me nuts. LOTS of false data reporting. For example, in vehicle specific mode, it read running ign volt input at anywhere from 3-11.2v running on an 04 Kia. However, in generic OBD2 it read 14, and a DVOM read the same across the battery. And since it's new reflash, I get numerous 'test, or data PID not supported' especially in Fords!!! I know no scanner is 1000% perfect, but my OTC is really letting me down.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

I've tried the OTC Encore and was not impressed... The Launch is much more powerful. Try the amazon link in the description, you should get a discount through there :)

[@haywardsautomotive6156]

Keith does the Diagun IV do everything the Launch X-431 Pad II AE does? What's the difference other than size & speed?

[@Micko350]

I have the V+ & also in the 10" & yes, they're pretty much identical (useless to me for what I do over here(Australia) Immobiliser Programming & Locksmith

[@ivanvujadinovic9905]

I am almost sure the Launch has the initialization feature, it is just under the Special Functions. That's where I found quick transmission re-learn feature on my Jeep. Am I wrong?

[@COGSCNY]

Not for Nissan or Infiniti

[@davidhall3747]

The Firmware varies for each Make and Model.

[@mtyler7807]

I brought the crp129x and it is a great AIO odb tool. But we need a open source developer to make a flashable os for a fire tablet,example, to convert it into an advandeanced obd scanner. with more features than scanning for codes. Torque pro is good but I like the launch custom firmware on the tablet.

[@kingbolen_official]

CRP129X CRP129E have similar features,but no bidirectional capability

[@mtyler7807]

@@kingbolen_official I needed the feat to feature to program my key. which the x431 does and the crp129x does not.

[@kingbolen_official]

@@mtyler7807 Yes,X431 Diagun can copy keys

[@DIYDaveOK]

Man this Launch Diagun IV is *almost* at a price where an "ambitious" DIYer like me might consider it. Still a chunk of change but better than $5k-$10k!!?? Seeing them for ~$600 on some stores... Tempting!!!

[@rimmersbryggeri]

Is the snapon 4 5 times more expensive? Maybe licenses for all controls should be included then?

[@bigfootemobileauto9734]

Hi Ivan, great video. have you ever noticed doing TPMS tire pressures that their reading from the sensor is quite a bit off than manual?. My Autel psi is reading 15 lbs more than actually my gauge. Each tire is the same and I find that kind of odd.

[@stephenr1999]

I saw another vid of the x431 "Plus" where you can initialize. but it is $1200

[@HD13POWER]

Can I use HD module with Launch Diagun? I would like a small Obd scan tool that supports Cars/Trucks

[@kingbolen_official]

No,Diagun only works with 12V light cars

[@nanakofiaddo8478]

Will order the Lauch V Plus plus next week... ..

[@blakebiltwell5]

Great info! Will any of these scanners clear “Adblue engine start remaining”? I have 2014 Benz E250 bluetec

[@feeneysmechanical6215]

Awesome insite Ivan thank you

[@Bryantrincon413]

what about the other plugs that came in the box that are car specific maybe they give you the extra functions

[@ttttopobdddd6632]

Some of them are used to adapt to old-fashioned cars, and they also use OBDI interfaces, which must be switched before they can work. The other part is used for auxiliary equipment, charging, extending, etc.

[@ahmedalaswady]

Can u advice me which one better for all Launch or Autel full diagnostic with key programming no matter for the price Plz Thankful

[@lsx_moe]

I've never tried the launch but I've been using an auto maxidas ds708 for a few years and love it.

[@fpatton]

Engine "Break" Adjustment ?

[@jamesg9936]

Hopefully you are on top of changing the CVT Fluid this time around!

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Eh I'll just change the transmission again at 350k miles xD

[@mikesworld60]

Hello Ivan, It has been a while since you made this video so I assume you have used the Launch x431 a bit now. My wife has a 2009 Subaru Outback. Seems like you have a lot of experience with the Subaru. My question is would this be a good scan tool to use on her car to read and reprogram TPMS sensors. Her car has a light on now for the TPMS. In your experience what would be a good choice of scan tool with bi-directional ability to use on her car would this one be good or would you go with a newer version of this tool.

[@ttttopobdddd6632]

If the TPMS light is on, you need to read the fault code first to determine what caused it. If you don't need to replace the tire pressure sensor, you can find TPMS RESET in X431, it can help you. If the tire pressure sensor is replaced, then you need a tire pressure device to write the ID of the new sensor into the vehicle ECU and relearn

[@mikesworld60]

@@ttttopobdddd6632 thanks

[@ttttopobdddd6632]

@@mikesworld60 ^/^

[@chriswright9819]

As a non mechanic but still interested it would be useful if you could state what the various initial that you use actually mean eg tcm, dtc etc

[@davidhall3747]

DTC= Diagnostic Trouble Codes TCM= Transmission Control Module

[@Javelin3o4]

Trying to decide between the LAUNCH X431 V PRO 4.0 2021 and the Autel MaxiCOM MK808TS. Anyone have an opinion on which one would be better to get?

[@ttttopobdddd6632]

Almost, choose the one you have used before

[@bigfootemobileauto9734]

So you haven’t gotten to part two yet Ivan?

[@KingStinkNugget]

Is the diagun capable of doing fuel injector balance tests on GM?