Overview
1. The Launch X431 PROS V5.0 is designed for:
- Professional automotive technicians
- Auto repair workshops
- Diagnostic technicians
- Workshops requiring full-system vehicle diagnostics
- Users who need a wide range of vehicle coverage and special service functions
- Users who need to expand their diagnostic capabilities with optional TPMS, ADAS, IMMO, battery testing, videoscope, and other add-on modules

2. Supported key functions & Features
- Full System Diagnosis: Supports fault diagnosis for all vehicle systems, including reading version information, reading and clearing fault codes, live data stream reading, action tests, code setting, coding, and matching.
- Auto VIN: Supports intelligent VIN identification for quickly entering vehicle diagnostics.
- 12-in-1 Live Data Stream: Supports analyzing up to 12 live data streams in graph form.
- Diagnostic Report: Supports generating diagnostic reports.
- FCA AutoAuth: Supports AutoAuth for FCA SGW.
- CAN FD & DoIP: Equipped with the DBScar VII diagnostic connector and supports CAN FD and DoIP protocols.
- VAG Guided Functions: Supports guided functions for VAG vehicles, including Volkswagen and Audi. Optional.
- TPMS Functions: Supports TPMS functions when used with the LAUNCH X-431 TSGUN or iTPMS add-on.
- IMMO & Key Programming: Supports key programming and IMMO-related functions when used with the X-PROG3 add-on module.
- ADAS Calibration: Supports ADAS calibration when used with ADAS PRO or ADAS MOBILE.
- Battery Testing: Supports battery health testing, starting system testing, and charging system testing when used with the LAUNCH BST360 battery tester.
- Videoscope Inspection: Supports the VSP-600 videoscope for inspecting hidden and narrow areas of the engine, fuel tank, brake system, and other vehicle components.
- WiFi Printing: Supports printing diagnostic data and reports when used with a WiFi printer.
- Remote Diagnosis: Supports remote diagnosis with the Golo tool.


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Intelligent Diagnose : LAUNCH has accumulated automotive diagnostic technology for more than 20 years, and was the first to propose intelligent diagnosis technology. Through "intelligent diagnose", it can quickly read the vehicle VIN code, quickly enter the diagnosis, and review historical diagnosis records.

- Local Diagnose : Support the diagnosis of the whole system of 110+ brand models in the world Basic function diagnosis, support reading version information, reading code, clearing code, reading data stream, action test, code setting, matching, etc., can read and record data stream, etc., to help rapid positioning the fault.

- 37 Special Functions : Supports common special functions for most models, such as maintenance light reset, throttle matching, steering angle reset, brake pad reset, tire pressure reset, ABS exhaust, battery matching, gear information learning, injector coding, DPF regeneration, IMMO, 37 special functions such as matching and IMMO programming.

- TPMS :Supports tire pressure activation, programming, learning, detection and other functions with a LAUNCH X-431 TSGUN TPMS WAND (additional purchase is required).

- ADAS Calibration : It supports ADAS calibration function with ADAS PRO or ADAS MOBILE (optional), which can realize the calibration of LDW, ACC, RCW, AVM, BSD, NVS and other ADAS systems.

- Remote Diagnose : "Remote diagnose" can realize real-time communication between equipment and equipment or equipment and computer, complete vehicle remote diagnosis, and make it a reality for repair technicians to diagnose vehicles thousands of miles away.

- Toolbox : It can be used with endoscopes, battery detection, oscilloscopes, sensors, IMMO programmer and other expansion modules to make the diagnostic function more powerful.

- Software Upgrade : Supports one-click online upgrade of client software, vehicle model software, and connector firmware. The new smart selection upgrade function can automatically filter out commonly used software based on user software usage for users to quickly upgrade.

- Info Center : The information center integrates maintenance materials, general information and equipment information, and is an information query center.The maintenance information includes operation skills, fault code help, vehicle maintenance technical manual and IMMO database;General information provides various types of car maintenance videos and information website online query;Device information includes product manuals and answers to frequently asked questions.



- Feedback : When users encounter vehicle models and functional abnormalities under special circumstances during use, they can provide their opinions to Launch through "feedback", and specialized technicians will track and handle the problem in a timely manner.

- Diagnostic History : For each diagnosis, vehicle diagnosis records are automatically generated for easy viewing and comparison at any time to help locate faults.

- Vehicle Coverage : Supported brands, models, systems and functions can be checked online at any time.

- Mall : Supports online purchase of software, functions and some hardware outside the configuration, software renewal, etc., and more functions are coming online.
3. What Vehicles, Brands, Years & Systems Does It Support?
Vehicle Coverage: Supports more than 150 vehicle brands and 20,000+ vehicle models, covering more than 98% of vehicles on the market.
Vehicle Types: Covers passenger cars, SUVs, pickups, gasoline vehicles, and light diesel vehicles.
Regional Coverage: Covers Asian, American, European, and Chinese vehicles.
American Brands: Ford America, Chrysler, GM, GM Brazil, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Fiat Brazil, Jeep, Lincoln, Holden, and more.
European Brands: Audi, BMW, Fiat, Ford Euro, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Opel, Peugeot, Renault, Seat, VW, Volvo, Smart, Skoda, Saab, Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Bentley, Bugatti, Citroen, Dacia, Ferrari, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Lancia, Maserati, Maybach, Porsche, Rolls-Royce, Rover, Sprinter, Vauxhall, and more.
Asian Brands: Acura, Daewoo, Daihatsu, Holden Australia, Honda, Hyundai, Hyundai Korea, Ikco, Infiniti, Isuzu, Kia, Kia Korea, Lexus, Luxgen, MVM, Mahindra, Maruti, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Perouda, Proton, Saipa, Samsung, Subaru, Suzuki, Tata, Toyota, and more.
Chinese Brands: Baic, Faw, Jac, MG, Gac, Great Wall, Chery, Brilliance, Byd, Fukang, Geely, Hafei, Gonow, JMC, Lifan, Maxus, and more.
System Coverage: Supports full-system diagnosis, including fault diagnosis, code reading and clearing, live data stream reading, action tests, code setting, coding, and matching.
Supported Protocols: Supports CAN FD and DoIP with the DBScar VII diagnostic connector.
Vehicle Years: Vehicle coverage varies by brand, model, system, and supported function.
4. Please note the following limitations:
Heavy-Duty Diagnostics: Heavy-duty vehicle diagnostics are not supported by the standard X431 PROS V5.0 configuration.
ECU Coding: ECU coding is not supported.
X-PROG3 Limitation: Vehicles that require a clone key are not compatible with the X-PROG3 accessory.
5. Hardware Accessories & Licensing Requirements
TPMS Functions: TPMS activation, programming, learning, and detection require the LAUNCH X-431 TSGUN or iTPMS add-on.
ADAS Calibration: ADAS calibration requires ADAS PRO or ADAS MOBILE equipment.
IMMO & Key Programming: Applicable IMMO and key programming functions require the X-PROG3 add-on module.
VAG Guided Functions: VAG guided functions are optional and require an additional paid license.
Videoscope Inspection: Supports the VSP-600 videoscope for inspecting hidden and narrow areas of the engine, fuel tank, brake system, and other vehicle components.
Battery Testing: Supports the LAUNCH BST360 battery tester for battery health testing, starting system testing, and charging system testing.
WiFi Printing: Supports a WiFi printer for printing diagnostic data and reports.(WiFi printer add‑on module is required)
Remote Diagnosis: Supports remote diagnosis with the separately sold Golo tool.
Additional Expansion Modules: Supports Scopebox, Sensor Box, endoscopes, oscilloscopes, sensors, and other compatible expansion modules.
Heavy-Duty Expansion: Supports use with the Launch SmartLink C HD Lite heavy-duty module.
6. Specification
Specifications of the tablet:
| Processor | 2.0GHz 4 core |
| Operating system | Android 10.0 |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Battery | 47880mWh(7.6V,6300mAh) |
| Camera | Rear 8 million pixels |
| Screen | 8 inches 1280*800 |
| WIFI | 2.4GHz/5GHz (dual frequency) |
| Interface | 1pc*TYPE A &1pc*TYPE C |
| Working temperature | 0~50℃ |
| Size | 228*160*37.4(mm) |
Specifications of the DBScar VII VCI connector:
| Working voltage | DC 9~18V |
| Communication method | Bluetooth |
| Size | 118.3*69.5* 32 (mm) |
| Power Indicator | This indicator light will illuminate when the VCI diagnostic connector is connected to the vehicle's OBD II diagnostic socket |
| Vehicle | When the VCI diagnostic connector is communicating with the vehicle ECU, the indicator light will flash |
| IO |
1. When the VCI diagnostic connector communicates with the diagnostic host via Bluetooth, the indicator light displays blue.
2. When the VCI diagnostic connector communicates with the diagnostic host via USB, the indicator light turns red.
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7. Launch X431 Pros V1.0 vs Pros V5.0
| Item | Launch X431 Pros V1.0![]() |
Launch X431 Pros V5.0
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| Operating system | Android 9.0 | Android 10.0 |
| Processor | 2.0 GHz Quad-core | 2Ghz, 4 core |
| Screen | 8 inch, 1280*800 | 8 inch, 1280*800 |
| RAM | 2G | 4GB |
| ROM | 32G | 64GB |
| Front/rear camera | -/5.0 MP | -/8.0 MP |
| Connection | WiFi, Bluetooth, USB | WiFi, Bluetooth, 2xUSB |
| Battery | 5000mAh | 6300mAh |
| DBScar | DBScar IV | DBScar VII |
| CAN FD protocol | Yes with the CAN FD adapter | Yes with the CAN FD adapter |
| DoIP protocol | No | Yes |
| Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes |
| Bi-directional/Activate Test | Yes | Yes |
| Special functions | 31+ | 37+ |
| Auto VIN | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS | Yes with TSGUN module | Yes with TSGUN module |
| Battery Test | Yes with BST-360 battery tester | Yes with BST-360 battery tester |
| IMMO Key Programming | Yes with X-prog3 | Yes with X-prog3 |
| VAG Guided function | Yes, optional license | Yes, pay for license |
| Videoscope | Yes, with VSP600 | Yes, with VSP600 |
| ADAS calibration | Yes with ADAS equipment | Yes with ADAS equipment |
| Heavy duty module | No | No |
| ECU Coding | No | No |
| FCA AutoAuth | Yes | Yes |
| Update | 2 Years Free Update | 2 Years Free Update |
| Language | English, French, Spanish, German, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, Dutch, Hungarian, Finnish, Simplified, Czech, Turkish, Greek, Arabic, Danish Persian, Romanian,Serbian, Swedish, Chinese Traditional | English, French, Spanish, German, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, Dutch, Hungarian, Finnish, Simplified, Czech, Turkish, Greek, Arabic, Danish Persian, Romanian,Serbian, Swedish, Chinese Traditional |
| Kickstand | Yes | No |
- Pros v5.0 supports more special functions.
- Pros V5.0 comes with new DBScar VII Bluetooth connector which supports CAN FD and DoIP protocols for newer vehicle models.
- X431 Pros v5.0 comes to replace the Pros V1.0. Pros V5 has newer system, larger storage, and longer battery life, making diagnosis faster, more stable, and more durable.
8. Software Version & Supported Languages
Software Version: 2025 APK version V8.00.020.
Software Updates: Supports one-click online updates for client software, vehicle software, and connector firmware.
Supported Languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, Dutch, Hungarian, Finnish, Simplified Chinese, Czech, Turkish, Greek, Arabic, Danish, Persian, Romanian, Serbian, Swedish, and Traditional Chinese.
9. Software Update
Free Updates: 2 Years of free online updates.
Update Method: Supports one-click online updates for client software, vehicle software, and connector firmware.
10. Global Version
Sales Version: Global Version.
Vehicle Coverage: Worldwide coverage for mainstream vehicles in Asia, America, Europe, and China.
Language Support: Supports 25 languages.
11. Package Includes:
1pc x Launch X-431 PROS V5.0 tablet
1pc x DBScar VII VCI connector


