Launch X431 PAD VII PAD 7 Elite Car Diagnostic Scanner

• LAUNCH official authorized dealer
• 2 Years Free Update Online on LAUNCH Official Website, 1 Year Warranty
• 2023 New Version, Global Version, No IP Restrictions
• Lifetime Tech Support Online

PAD VII Burst Points

• Free update online for 2 years, $599 per/year later
• With 60 service functions
• Optional ADAS Calibration Functions (Need to pay)
• Clone Mercedes-Benz ECU 2015 upwards with X431 XPROG III.
• Online Programming: BMW, Benz; Offline Programming: VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda, Renault, Nissan, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, Chery, Jaguar, Land Rover, Porsche
• Supports gasoline cars and diesel heavy-duty trucks DC9-36V (need to purchase truck software separately)
• Online programming function is available for the Non-North American region. (How to activate the online programming function for otheon PAD VII)
• NEW Protocols to support the vehicles of today and tomorrow: DoIP, CAN-FD, D-PDU, J2534, RP1210. Smartlink has built-in CAN FD and DoIP protocols, doesn't need DoIP cable.
• Larger memory (8GB+ 256GB), smoother operation; strong light readable screen; support for three defenses
• VAG Guided Function+ FCA AutoAuth Access: Bypass SGM in FCA vehicles seamlessly and within seconds; *Need AutoAuth subscriptions (How to unlock FCA SGW).
• Unlock Renault SGW security gateway *Need to buy Renault SGW license in Mall (How to unlock Renault SGW)
• Unlock Benz SGW security gateway *Need to buy European SGW license in Mall
• Supports Australian Ford and Holden, Brazilian, Indian and Malaysian cars 
• SmartLink C VCI (also as J2534-1 & -2 Pass-thru device) allows you to refresh ECU and upgrade OE software. 
• 8 Extended Modules: such as ADAS calibration toolkit; VSP-600 videoscope; X431 TPMS TSgun; BTS360 battery tester; X-PROG & X-PROG3 immobilizer, etc.

Newly Added Functions:

• NEW! Add CAN ANALYZER function. Now accessible via the Toolbox APP. 
• NEW! Generate Launch super chip and universal remote keys with Launch x431 key programmer
• NEW! Adds EV diagnostic kit for new Energy Battery vehicles 
• Online ECU Programming: Easily reprogram ECU modules on 30+ vehicle brands.
• 3-in-1 SmartLink C Device: Works as VCI to obtain vehicle data; provides dual diagnostic modes; acts as a J2534 programming device. Smartlink C supports remote diagnosis (needs activation card)
• Topology Mapping: Visually show you all system relationships and DTC in color topology.
• OBD PIN Detection: Detect the vehicle protocols and OBDII pin voltage status to help technicians judge the OBD2 interface.
• Diagnostic Plan: Provides a plan to guide you on how to repair based on the currently detected fault codes.
• User Information: A large amount of diagnostic data is well stored in this module, including Reports, Orders, Live Data Stream, etc.
• NEW Remote Diagnosis asking for expert help even thousands of miles away.
• Gain Renault SGW diagnostic access by using optional unlocking software and device.
• April 2024: Launch “ Mall ” Newly released European Professional Software License: FCA, Mercedes, Renault, Haynes pro/X431 FIX/CarSET PRO (Check- How to Purchase) or European SGW License Package. 
• June 2025: Supports unlocking VAG SFD security gateway online (purchase SGW license in Mall) New
• Supports add BMW G series BDC2 key (requires X-prog3 + MCU3 adapter)

Note: 

The online programming function is no longer available in North America from April 1, 2025. 

FCA SGW gateway unlock function is no longer available in North America from August 2025. 

Supports Benz, Porsche, Skoda, Seat, Sprinter, Nissan infiniti, Hyundai, Kia, Chery, and Geely online programming till 2023. Part of Renault till 2021, Subaru till

2024, Ford/Mazda till 2019, Audi, VW, BMW, Smart till 2024

The online programming function has not been authorized in Portugal (Autel Ultra is recommended).

Register device within the App rather than on x431 website, check the registration video.

According to function, Launch tool sequence: X431 PAD7 Elite> PAD5 >PAD3 >PRO5 >X431 V+> PROS V>PROS MIN

X431 PAD VII Elite user manual is in device APP

Multi-language: English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Turkish, Swedish, Japanese, Polish, Czech, Russian, Dutch, Thai, Finnish, Danish, Romanian, Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, Croatian, Greek

Add-on Features:

Support oscillograph, sensor, battery tester, video scope, endoscope, Wi-Fi printer, TSGUN, X-PROG3 Immobilizer, Launch key programmer etc. 

This LAUNCH X431 diagnostic tool PAD VII supports 8 extended modules, including:

Need extra costs to buy these 8 extended function modules.

Super Hardware Configuration: Level-Up Configurations: Fast, Accurate, and Results No Delay

ECU Programming of LAUNCH PADⅦ VS. Other -Covering More Programming

ECU Programming & Coding

Online ECU Programming: For Benz & BMW All Chassis/Series

LAUNCH PAD VII stores the extensive programming data of Ben.z and B.M.W in the cloud server, in case of interrupted access, if your hard drive has issues.

Unlike any regular scan tools on the market, this car diagnostic tool intelligently guides you through each necessary ECU programming procedure to find the solution patch, avoiding unnecessary steps, and all are presented in a user-friendly interface that is easy to learn and navigate.

PAD7 supports built-in online programming for the following brands:

J2534 ECU Programming: For More J2534-Compliant Cars

With the SmartLink C VCI Box serving as J2534-1 & -2 pass-thru device (valued at over 2000 bucks), you can easily expand your ECU programming abilities for over 30 car brands (compatible with For.d, V-W, Audi, Skoda, Seat, Land Rover, Jaguar, Porsche, Renault, etc.). You don’t need to buy separate OE scan tools for each brand. Reminder: message us to get the “J2534 Operating Manual” for more information.

Highlights of LAUNCH PRO5’s ECU Coding

What separates the LAUNCH PAD VII as a high-end diagnostic scanner from most standard OBD2 scan tools is its advanced ECU Coding. It allows you to connect to the car’s ECU system, set up new car modules, and adjust the original car settings.

Reminder: Available coding operations vary by the test vehicle. ONLY the available operations display in the menu.

2023 Newly Upgraded for ECU Programming/Coding

99% Worldwide Cars Coverage: One Tool to Cover Almost All Cars

If you’re working in a busy workshop taking care of different car models daily, you won't be disappointed with this LAUNCH scanner. It works with as many vehicles and car manufacturer companies as possible.

Reminder: This LAUNCH scanner comes with a built-in vehicle compatibility checking module to help you quickly determine if a certain vehicle model is supported. You can also log in to the LAUNCH website to check.

Purchase the European SGW Function license in Mall to unlock FCA, Renault and Benz security gateway. Including:

Active Test / Bidirectional Control

LAUNCH X431 PAD VII ELITE performs the active test, which bypasses the onboard control systems to send commands to modules to perform specific tests. By monitoring their responses, you can precisely locate the faults and shorten the troubleshooting time without tearing the vehicle apart. It can:

99% Daily Maintenances: 60+ Basics & Advanced Special Services Included

To save the hassle of searching for the most used services in car software, PAD VII thoughtfully integrates the hottest services into the independent “Special Function” module to serve necessary resets/relearns for 99% car models on the road, which include:

41+ Advanced Maintenance Services:

Cover the majority of makes and models worldwide up to 2019/2020/2022 for Oil Reset, Injector Coding, Brake Reset, SAS Reset, BMS Service, ABS Bleeding, Throttle Matching, TPMS Reset, Gear Learning, AFS Reset, Gearbox, Sunroof, SUS Reset, Windows Calibration, Seats Calibration, Language Change, A/F Reset, Coolant Bleed, Transport Mode, Adblue Reset, NOx Sensor Reset NOx, Stop/Start Reset, Headlamp Fitting, Seat Matching, Door & Window Initialization Study, Air Suspension Matching, Multimedia Video Reset, Cluster Reset, Immobilizer Service, Tire Change, and more.

Your Intelligent Diagnostic Expert: Experience 200% Greater Efficiency

You can expect the LAUNCH X431 PADVII to provide you with extensive knowledge every time you use it. It offers over 10,000GB of a repair database, covering more than 1,600 vehicle models. This is a tremendous aid for those who want expert assistance in fixing car issues:

At-A-Glance Topology Mapping: See More, Operate Less

If you have a busy garage with multiple cars awaiting repairs, topology mapping is essential. LAUNCH PAD VII can quickly display faults in a color-coded format, allowing you to locate the issue within minutes. Just click on a module to identify the underlying cause:

Why is the LAUNCH X431 PAD VII scan tool more powerful than other diagnostic tools?

Accurate ADAS Calibration functions
Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) is an electronic component in a vehicle, including various safety functions of the vehicle, such as automatic emergency braking (AEB), lane departure warning (LDW), lane keeping assist, blind spot elimination, night vision camera, and adaptive lighting. (NOTE: Need to be purchased separately)

Revolutionary Topology Module Mapping 

Check the DTCs and all systems communication status visually by the topology module mapping function.

Topology Mapping Vehicle List:

America:
Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, GMC, Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Ford, Lincoln

Aisa:
Suzuki, Mazda, Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Infiniti, Nissan GTR, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Hyundai, Kia, Ssangyong

Europe:
Skoda, Seat, Volvo, Land Rover, Jaguar, Renault, Dacia, Porsche, Peugeot, Citroen, Benz, Maybach, Sprinter, Smart, Opel, Abarth, Lancia, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Ferrari, Aston Martin, BMW, Mini, Rolls Royce, VW, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, MAN TGE, Audi

China:
Trumpchi, Chevy, Geely, Lynk & Co, etc

Bonus Functions

CAN BUS Pin Detection

This module allows you to detect the voltage of the vehicle OBD II diagnostic socket pins and the supported protocol types to help technicians judge the OBD II diagnostic interface.
One more function of the powerful launch pad7, check the network can work without problem.

Note: Before performing this function, please make sure that SmartLink C is properly connected to the vehicle’s DLC port

MALL

A new module ‘MALL’ is now available for all users to expand and upgrade their X-431 PAD VII with more diagnostic software.

Heavy-Duty Vehicles (Optional):

Compatible with Nissan (Diesel)/ Mitsubishi (Diesel)/ USA Ford Diesel, Kenworth/ Astra, Benz Heavy Duty, Bosch Diesel, China Heavy Duty, Cummins Heavy Duty, DAF, Delphi Diesel/ Denso Diesel, FAW Liberation, Foton Auman, FUSO, Hino, Hyundai Heavy Duty, Isuzu Heavy Duty/ Iveco Heavy Duty, JAC Heavy Duty, Mack, MAN ….

Need to make a purchase of the heavy-duty vehicle diagnostics software you need.

Smart Link C Box

Smartlink C is a new generation intelligent diagnostic box with Linux system independently developed by Launch, which supports multiple communication modes (USB, BT, WIFI) and multiple diagnostic protocols. It can be used alone as a remote diagnosis box for SmartLink remote diagnosis, or as a pass-through tool to connect with OEM software.

* Support D-PDU / J2534 / RP1210 diagnostic standard, and cover passenger cars and commercial vehicles at the same time
* Support the latest diagnosis protocol of CAN/DOIP / CAN FD
* Support 2.4G/5G dual band
* Support online upgrade

In the SmartLink ecology system, if a technician (SmartLink C) does not have time to puzzle through a touch vehicle problem, he can seek a trusted second opinion or additional expertise on various vehicle issues from remote master technicians or repair shops (SmartLink B). SmartLink B enables the shop owner to greatly increase customer retention and boost shop revenue by providing professional technical assistance service.

It mainly consists of the following parts:

As a local or remote J2534 PassThru device, it can be used in conjunction with a PC installed with OEM diagnostic software.

How to Use SmartLink C as J2534 Passthru?

Download the OEM diagnostic software from Automakers’ Service Webs to your computer. You can reach us to get websites.
Connect the Smartlink C to your computer with the included USB cable, or via the stable and solid 5G Wi-Fi network.
Connect the Smartlink C to your vehicle’s DLC port with/without the included extended OBDII cable.
Download and install the LAUNCH J2534 tool from the LAUNCH official site.
Run the “ J2534 tool ” and there you go.



Smartlink remote diagnosis introduction

SmartLink Remote Diagnostics is a brand new remote diagnostic technology that better links remote assistance demanders with professional technicians through the bridge role of SmartLink remote diagnostic service open platform. Professional technicians can carry out remote diagnostic operations on PCs (with J2534 driver and OEM software installed) to assist in the completion of remote diagnostics after users use SmartLink C connector as a J2534 Pass Thru device and connect it to the Ethernet.

NOTE* Remote diagnostic function is available now. We need to activate the remote diagnosis license to get the activation code.

Update your X-431 PAD7 scanner to get FREE 24-hour online technical support.
Service time: 5*24hours, Mon to Fri (Beijing Time, GMT+8)

Software Coverage:

Passenger vehicles:

1. Australian:  Australia Holden, Australia Ford

2. Asian: Toyota, Lexus, Honda/Acura, Mazda, Subaru, Nissan, Infiniti, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, Isuzu, Daihatsu, KIA, Daewoo, Suzuki, Proton, Tata, Mahindra, Ssangyong, Perodua, Maruti

3. European: Audi, Mercedes Maybach, BMW MINI Rolls Royce, VW Bentley Bugatti, Opel Vauxhall, Peugeot, Citroen, Volvo, Sprinter, Renault Dacia, Fiat Romeo Abarth Lancia, Rover, Landrover, Saab, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Maserati, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Jaguar

4. USA: USA Ford/Lincoln, GM, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep

5. Chinese: Changcheng (Great Wall), Geely, Qirui_TY(Cherry), Futian, Changan, Changhe, Haifei … etc.

6. Indian Makers: TATA, Maruti, Mahindra

7. More supported Makers: Ssangyong, GMSA, GAZ, GM Brazil, Brazil Fiat

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Heavy Duty Vehicles Diagnosis (Optional, software can be purchased in 'Mall'):

Software Coverage-Powerful special functions:

Component Replacement, Cylinder Compression Test, Injector Cut Out Test, DPF Regeneration

Communicates with ABS & Transmissions from Bendix, Wabco and Allison

Tech to Tech remote communication function

SmartLink C Parameter:

Launch X-431 PAD VII Wi-Fi Setup

The tablet has dual built-in Wi-Fi communication modules. One is used to communicate with the tablet, and the other allows the tablet to get online. Once you’re online, you can register your tool, update diagnostic software & APK, browse the Internet and send email on your network.

If the SmartLink C device is successfully activated, it will be automatically bound to the tablet. In this case, it is not necessary for the user to manually configure it again.
Note: Once WLAN is set to ON, the tablet will consume more power. While it is unused, please turn it off to save power. While WLAN is not in use, please turn it off to conserve battery power.

Connect to a WLAN Network

1. On the Home screen, tap Settings -> Network & internet -> Wi-Fi.
2. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to ON, and the tablet starts searching for available wireless LANs.
3. Select the desired WLAN network from the list.

If the chosen network is open, you can connect directly. A password may be required for secured networks. Disconnect from a WLAN Network

1. On the Home screen, tap Settings -> Network & internet ->Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the network with a Connected status, then tap Forget.

Launch X-431 PAD VII Adjust Brightness

Note: Reducing the brightness of the screen is helpful to conserve battery power. 1. On the home screen, tap Settings -> Display -> Brightness level.

Launch X-431 PAD VII Change System Language

The tool supports multiple system languages. To change the language of the tool, please do the following:

1. On the home screen, tap Settings -> System ->Language & input -> Languages.
2. Tap Add a language, and then choose the desired language from the list.
3. Tap and hold the desired language and drag it to the top of the screen and then release it. The system will change into the target language.

Launch X-431 PAD VII Set Standby Time

If no activities are made within the defined standby period, the screen will be locked automatically and the system will enter sleep mode to save power.
1. On the home screen, tap Settings -> Display -> Advanced -> Sleep
2. Choose the desired sleep time.

Packing List

1pc x PAD Ⅶ Elite
1pc x smartlink
1pc x main cable
1pc x HDMI
1pc x USB-C
1pc x US power adapter
1pc x OBD2 16-pin adapter
1pc x UK power adapter
1pc x Australia power adapter
1pc x net cable
1pc x USB printer cable
1pc x quick start guide
1pc x product S/N
1pc x packing list
3pcs x software list
1pc x manual
1pc x carton
1pc x plastic box
1pc-Non16 Pin Adapter Box
1set x CRP123X

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