Launch X431 Pro Elite: Pros, Cons, and What Others aren't telling you!

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[@MD-on2wv]

Yes. We definitely want to see you bypass the gateway.

[@RANDOMFIX]

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[@bmanmitch2005]

I'd like to see a video showing how to bypass the Gateway.

[@RANDOMFIX]

It's unpublished so enjoy kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4e5dKaVr6qBrqs

[@IceColdFever3520]

Nice video i like the fact u grade them at the end. I hope to see more 200-300 dollar scan tools.

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yes, 200 to 300 is a good price, the best scan tool in that range is this kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3yxoWWYe76WjKssi=MTjX_VkFfXFIBHhq Add it to your cart and wait for prime day or Black Friday. It comes with 3 years of updates. This x431 pro elite probably won’t make it into the $309 range. Thank you for the feedback about the tool grade.

[@Bluebaja]

So every 2 years we have to paid $200 for the updates?

[@gregblau8082]

Nice review. I was looking at this one, but went with an autel mx808bt for the wireless vci. I wasn't too worried about initial price, but wanted something with a reasonable update cost and the tier above these models is significantly more expensive per year without adding much functionality

[@RANDOMFIX]

Look at Otofix as its better value Autel unit. Comes with 2 years of updates and has the same software at half the cost.

[@rydinhi5864]

All I want for Christmas is a snap on triton ! 😂

[@RANDOMFIX]

lol 😂 at 10 times the price. Maybe for professional use I would consider it but $6k is a of dough.

[@chaseray5897]

So at the end of the day Wich bi-directional scan tool would be your highest pick. I watched all the videos and I’m just confused.. thanks

[@RANDOMFIX]

For the money Xtool D7s and just know it's always changing as the tools get better and cheaper but the renewal fees for updates continue to climb. That's why I like some the Xtool as they come with 3 years of updates and even if you don't renew you can still use the tool but you will not get additional updates. Unless you are using it for work, it is a good choice for DIY home mechanics.

[@fernandoleopoldomelladocor1392]

Es muy buen equipo, pero como todos los multimarca , siempre necesitaras otro complemento.Saludos

[@billseay6399]

Hey thanks Great tool

[@RANDOMFIX]

You're welcome!😉

[@quinsavage2546]

I appreciate you taking the time to review this scan tool. What is the screen size of the tool and what is the newest vehicle it will work on?

[@RANDOMFIX]

I think it a 8 inch and it should work on really new vehicles. The newest vehicle I used it on was a 2020. Most people don’t work on 2024, 2023, 2022 vehicles as they are under warranty.

[@nordicpride9708]

I own several. Xtool D9 pro, Autel, Snap on and best one INNOVA makes. You just have to own several for complete brand support

[@RANDOMFIX]

Good to know!!! Which innova unit do you own?

[@markgeletzke6328]

Is this the North American version or European. My understanding is if it's not the North American version you cannot update through Launch USA. Lauch USA has a list of serial numbers and if yours isn't on the list it needs to be dealt with in China and that goes for warranty issues also. Please correct me If I am wrong. I got this info from Launchs website in Canada.

[@user-go3fr7cc3o]

did you know what different between x431 pro3 vs x431 pro3 link vs x431 pro3s? and which one is old and new between these?

[@TEAMPHY6]

It's so confusing to know which models from Launch do what. There's like a couple dozen versions all for sale at once in 2024. Trying to find info on a CRP 919C that is just released, but the ad does not specify "X431" anywhere.

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yeah there is a lot of naming confusion with Launch even with x431 as there is a pro, pro elite, etc. they should just call it x432 or x433 instead.

[@Gary_in_NoVA]

Nice video. Thanks!

[@RANDOMFIX]

Thank you, I am really trying to show the tools in an accurate manner. No hype

[@peterwill3699]

I constantly have trouble getting into the live data,there's no one to ask any questions and it sucks.

[@RANDOMFIX]

What is the make and model of the vehicle? Are you able to get into ob2 live data?

[@TheTimeCat]

Thanks for doing the video. You rated the D7 "87" 2 yrs ago. How would you compare it to this model now for the money? Thanks.

[@RANDOMFIX]

I like the d7s kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3yxoWWYe76WjKssi=f8ExiPKEeDbcD_Y6 but if you have a fca vehicle that is 2018 and newer i would get the launch with the bypass cables. If you don’t own a fca vehicle vehicle the d7s d7w are amazing

[@TheTimeCat]

@@RANDOMFIX Thanks for the advice. Generally I work with 2018 and older cars, so getting a D7, thank you!

[@bryanmarianotechnician462]

Thank you for this video Sir, what tools are used to lower the car's mileage?

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yes, you can but each vehicle is different so email the vin to vendor and ask for a list of supported features. For example, It works on my dodge but not my Toyota.

[@johnsonpaul5584]

Can you do break reset or clear code after changing the break on new 2022 SUV suburban or GMC vehicle?

[@RANDOMFIX]

I don’t see why not but to be extra sure email your vin to vendor and ask for a list of supported features.

[@dm55]

it got this

[@RANDOMFIX]

Nice enjoy it

[@andyrantshumanphilosopher7571]

I want a universal usb link and software that will allow you to tune or change anything that any computer on the car does. But ya know, paywalls and proprietary equipment, plus lazyness, stops that from happening

[@frankrubio8224]

Can I offline program my Cvt transmission on Nissan Altima as I changed the valve body to erase the judder code? (P0171) relearn or write the original ip read or re-write?

[@RANDOMFIX]

Ohh I haven’t tried that. I would email vendor you vin and ask prior to purchasing it.

[@91rss]

$199 Is that you gotta pay it each yr the199 use it or not or in 5 yrs pay 199 and get the other 4 yrs included? as low use owners dont need constant updates .

[@RANDOMFIX]

Personally I don’t renew myself when the 2 years expires as the tool is stated to work but no need to updates will downloadable at that time. Yeah it’s 199 after the 2 years is up.

[@91rss]

@@RANDOMFIX 199 each yr? or can you skip 3 yrs and on year 4 do an update?

[@RANDOMFIX]

Sure I don’t see why you couldn’t do that?

[@eap.productions]

After the free two year, you only need updates when new vehicles that you want to work on come out

[@gerryr1893]

Can this change ccf files on a Range Rover

[@ktmextreme4013]

D8W vs this X431 pro elite which you personal choose for mainly european amd asian vehicles ?

[@RANDOMFIX]

The d8w is my preference. Here is my review of the d7w ( same thing but smaller) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6DCoIRvr7hjaqcsi=m_WUKv2HtKrHmPpH Best the easier menu system I life the fact that Xtool can be used even after the updates expire without being a brick . You just will will not get any more updates but it will still function.

[@CROFTY71]

Phaser cleaning. ? Say what

[@user-tn1hk6zm2freedom]

Does it requite a sub to there website like OTC Evolve does?

[@RANDOMFIX]

There is a login required each time you use it so maybe it does. Is that a concern? Please elaborate Thanks

[@user-tn1hk6zm2freedom]

@@RANDOMFIX Yes. I want a stand alone scan tool.

[@billseay6399]

Hey thanks I'd like to see you bypass

[@RANDOMFIX]

Editing the video today

[@RANDOMFIX]

It's unpublished so enjoy kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4e5dKaVr6qBrqs

[@chemorgan8272]

Can this do a odometer correction on a 2021 ford ranger

[@RANDOMFIX]

I am not sure about your 2021 ranger I would email the vendor your vin Numbee and ask.

[@chemorgan8272]

@@RANDOMFIX cheers

[@tareen70]

to use it, we should WiFi connected.

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yes, you need internet as it will log you in when you first connect upon each power up.

[@timothymroberts2949]

Bypass cable🙏

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yes, I ordered it last night and will arrive tomorrow. I also got fca autoauth so I can show that on Xtool ip919 pro

[@ivanseniormiletic8313]

Howe mach kost instrument

[@oscarsoto5669]

What about CNG, LNG or propane

[@RANDOMFIX]

never tried, I don't think anything will be different.

[@rogeliovmartinez]

what is bidirectional support?

[@RANDOMFIX]

Bi directional scan tools can send a command to vehicle to activate a certain component instead of just reading information from the vehicle. This really helps on modern vehicles as you can test which part is possibly bad without having to rip apart the vehicle to test the part.

[@rogeliovmartinez]

@RANDOMFIX perfect answer and thanks for responding!

[@RANDOMFIX]

Glad to help

[@pitoseja7271]

How can I get free scanners

[@NoelKiala]

Bonjour je m'appel Noël je suis en Afrique RDC .vill de Kinshasa comment je avoir cette machine et leprix

[@RANDOMFIX]

The link is video but you have to buy from eBay or a bother direct seller.

[@CROFTY71]

Phaser cleaning. ?.. Say what

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yeah, the dodge motors allow for phaser cleaning. There a total of four, 2 for the intake and 2 for the exhaust. This is not only scan tool that allows for but it’s there.

[@jacquesvandyk4645]

No Bluetooth?

[@RANDOMFIX]

Nope good old corded

[@reggaeriderr]

ECU programming?

[@RANDOMFIX]

I think It states it can code but I haven’t tried it. Thank god I have not needed to do it yet. I don’t want to try it for fun, unnecessarily, or for youtube until that day comes.

[@eap.productions]

I think the x431 PAD V series are the only ones that can actually 'program' ecm's. You can 'code' parameter changes, but not actually change or update ecm software.

[@sonsautomotive]

kind of sounded like the throttle body relearn was way high rpm oh 1500 rpm too fail

[@RANDOMFIX]

The relearn was fine. I pressed the throttle. Just got back a 3500 journey in the vehicle and it did great. 👍

[@milanbelic2513]

Good day mate. I'm looking to buy a used car in Europe. The problem is that most cars there have fake mileage. I don't know which car yet. If you can tell me which scanner ( which can I buy In Australia ) , can read the right mileage from the largest number of the cars. Thanks.

[@RANDOMFIX]

I hear you this a problem everywhere. Beside fake mileage there is also mileage blockers that can purchased for $300 that would even for high line vehicles. You will have to do lots of work including check the hours of the vehicle which can be found on stereo modules. As a car dealer I can spot these vehicles pretty quickly. Here is a short video kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHXXiXyIoZd9jMUsi=SD29gSZ2bngK4mWB In America we use carfax or auto checkwith a scan tool and a visual to verify the mileage. We also look for states like Utah where this sort activity is common.

[@hughmarcus1]

Most cars have fake mileage. What nonsense. Mileage records are easily checked using a service like car vertical. Governments in Europe all have mandatory safety checks either annually or bi annually. It’s easy to track the mileage & look for inconsistency. In the UK the annual MOT test data is a public record on the government’s own website. You can easily see how well a vehicle has been maintained by how many faults are logged on the test.

[@RANDOMFIX]

I am not too sure if Europe but the more expensive the vehicle the more likely the miles can be stopped or even rolled back. Look up mileage blockers and you will be surprised.

[@peterwill3699]

We can't see the data screen because it's to far away.

[@RANDOMFIX]

Thank you for the feedback, I will try to get less glare on the future videos

[@timothymroberts2949]

How would you rate the launch 431 against the Xtool D8(form, functionality, price)?

[@RANDOMFIX]

I think the d8s has an easier to understand inference, here is the complete video kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIfJg6GvgNZredUsi=xVojt-Ij1cStT_dL

[@PRGDR]

​@@RANDOMFIXHow about against the D7S?

[@davidr208]

@@PRGDR I have the D7W, most of the special functions dont work in the USA for many brands. Most updates are for brands not sold in the usa. Beware. Should not have wasted my $$.

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yes, there are lot of different brands that get updated. What specially can’t you do? What is the make and model?

[@dkastra26]

Without Bluetooth? No way

[@RANDOMFIX]

Well, okay but there are some people that like corded units. Better than Bluetooth is the Wi-Fi Direct units as the speed unmatched by bt.

[@dkastra26]

@@RANDOMFIXwhen im driving i dont want a cable down on my feet. Thats why

[@curtisj2165]

Price???

[@kamsornthan5985]

That too much $199.00 to renew, next

[@RANDOMFIX]

Yeah I hear you on that. I got a new scan tool that I recording a video on that comes with lifetime updates and has fca access so stay tuned to find out if it’s good. The the thinkcar 689

[@gerryr1893]

Can this alter ccf files on a Range Rover