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LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual WARNING Study, understand and follow all instructions provided with this product. Read these instructions carefully before installing, operating, servicing or repairing this tool. Keep these instructions in a safe, accessible place. Caution: To help prevent personal injury, • Never use this tool for any application other than for which it was designed. • Never alter or modify this tool in any way.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual FCC STATEMENT Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Table of Contents 1. Introduction........................................................................................................1 2. General Information...........................................................................................3 2.1 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II.......................................................................3 2.2 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)...................................................................3 2.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 8.5 Network.........................................................................................................38 8.6 Time Zone.....................................................................................................38 8.7 Language......................................................................................................38 8.8 Workshop information....................................................................................39 8.9 Recovery..
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 1. Introduction Creader Battery 5001 is developed as a comprehensive battery tester and OBD scanner, especially for the DIY users and the servicemen of small service workshop. It only applies to the passenger cars with 12V battery voltage. It has the following functions and advantages: • Battery Test: Supports battery health test, start system test and charging health test.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual the label will designate “OBD II Certified”. 2. Government regulations mandate that all OBD II compliant vehicles must have a “common” 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC). Note: Some 1994 and 1995 vehicles have 16-pin connectors but are not OBD II compliant. Only those vehicles with a Vehicle Emissions Control Label stating “OBD II Certified” are OBD II compliant.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 2. General Information 2.1 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II The first generation of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD I) was developed by the California Air Resources Board (ARB) and implemented in 1988 to monitor some of the emission control components on vehicles. As technology evolved and the desire to improve the On-Board Diagnostic system increased, a new generation of On-Board Diagnostic system was developed.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Figure 2-1 (P0201 - Injector circuit malfunction, Cylinder 1) 2.3 Location of the Data Link Connector (DLC) The DLC (Data Link Connector or Diagnostic Link Connector) is typically a 16pin connector where diagnostic code readers interface with the vehicle’s onboard computer. It is usually located 12 inches from the center of the instrument panel, under or around the driver’s side for most vehicles. For some vehicles with special designs, the DLC location may vary.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Figure 2-2 A Opel, Volkswagen, Audi B Honda C Volkswagen D Opel, Volkswagen, Citroen E Changan F Hyundai, Daewoo, Kia, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Renault, Opel, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Mazda, Volkswagen, Audi, GM, Chrysler, Peugeot, Regal, Beijing Jeep, Citroen and other most popular models If the DLC cannot be found, refer to the vehicle’s service manual for the location. 2.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual components listed below are always ready: 1. Misfire 2. Fuel System 3. Comprehensive Components (CCM) Once the vehicle is running, the OBD II system is continuously checking the above components, monitoring key engine sensors, watching for engine misfire, and monitoring fuel demands. Non-Continuous Monitors -- Unlike the continuous monitors, many emissions and engine system components require the vehicle to be operated under specific conditions before the monitor is ready.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual driven under a variety of normal operating conditions. These operating conditions may include a mix of highway driving and stop and go, city type driving, and at least one overnight-off period. For specific information on getting your vehicle’s OBD monitor system ready, please consult your vehicle owner’s manual. 2.6 OBD II Definitions Powertrain Control Module (PCM) -- OBD II terminology for the on-board computer that controls engine and drive train.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual engine 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 dynamic or instantaneous adjustments. Long-term fuel trim refers to much more gradual adjustments to the fuel calibration schedule than short-term trim adjustments.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 3. Product Descriptions 3.1 Components & Controls Figure 3-1 No. Name Descriptions 1 Data button Quick dial to the Data Management module. 2 HOME button Press to navigate to the home (Job menu) screen. 3 Charging port Connects it to the PC via the data cable to charge the scanner. 4 Memory card slot Current disabled and only reserved for future use. 5 DB15 diagnostic connector Connects the diagnostic cable to the vehicle’s DLC (Data Link Connector) port.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 6 Circular connector Connects the battery tester clamps to perform battery detection. 7 Power button Turn the scanner on/off. 8 Touch screen Indicates the test results. 9 BACK button Exit the current program or return to the previous screen. 3.2 Technical Specifications • Screen: 4” touch screen with a resolution of 480*800 • CPU: 4-core 1.3GHz processor • RAM: 1GB • ROM: 16GB • WiFi: 802.11b/g/n 2.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 4. Initial Use 4.1 Powering Up The Tool There are two methods available for powering up the tool: Via Data Cable: Plug one end of the included data cable into the charging port of the tool, and the other end to the PC. Via Diagnostic Cable: Insert the diagnostic cable into the vehicle’s DLC port. When the tool is powered on, the screen will automatically light up. 4.2 Getting Started If it is the first time you have used this tool, you need to make some system settings. 1.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual key (network password). Note: If you choose “Ignore” in WLAN setup, it will go into the date setting page. If the tool has been properly connected to the Internet, the system will automatically obtain the correct network date and time and navigate to step 5. 5. After the network connection is done, tap “Next Step” to configure workshop information. Input the required information, and tap “Next Step” to go to next step.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 5. Battery Test Battery test is specifically designed to help car owner, repair workshop, battery factory determine whether the battery is normal or not. It supports various battery standards and specifications, including CCA, DIN, IEC, EN, JIS, SAE and GB etc. Two test modes (Out-of-car Inspection & In-car Inspection) are available for battery test. Out-of-car inspection indicates that the battery is disconnected from all loading devices on vehicles.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 5.1.1 Connection 1. Clamp the BLACK and RED clips of the battery clamps cable on the Negative (-) and Positive (+) terminals of the vehicle battery respectively. 2. Connect the other end of the battery clamps cable to the circular connector located on the top of the scanner. Fig. 5-1 Note: The circular plug of the battery clamps cable is keyed and will only fit one way.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 5-2 2. Select the correct battery type. Fig. 5-3 Note: Select the desired battery type referring to the following methods. 1). For batteries printed with the word AGM or VRLA, please choose "AGM Spiral" or "AGM Start/Stop Battery".
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 2). For batteries printed with the word GEL (seldom used), please choose "GEL Battery". 3). For batteries printed with the word EFB, please choose "EFB Battery". For other batteries not printed such words, please select the "Common Battery". 3. Detect floating electricity. The floating electricity indicates the virtual power left by the car when it is started. If the floating electricity is detected, please turn on the headlamp to remove it. 4.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 5-4 Fig. 5-5 5. Output the test result. Fig. 5-6 Fig. 5-7 1). If you are testing the battery under the circumstance of out-of-car inspection, tap [End] to finish the battery health test and save the test result. 2). If you are testing the battery under the circumstance of in-car inspection, tap [Next] to continue the start system test and charging health test. For more details on the start system test and charging health test, refer to Chapter 5.1.3 and Chapter 5.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual test report (see Fig. 5-7). 1. Good battery - Indicates that the battery is normal. 2. Replace battery - Indicates that the battery is aged or becomes rejected, or battery life cycle is nearly exhausted. In this case, battery voltage appears to be normal, but battery itself is not well, i.e. battery polarity board has been completely vulcanized or aged. Please replace battery immediately. 3. Good-recharge - Stands for low battery. The battery is good itself. 4.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual the engine before test, tap [OK] to confirm. 3. Start the engine according to the prompts on the screen. After the start, the system will display the start voltage test result. 5.1.4 Charging Health Test This function mainly detects and analyzes the vehicle charging system, including generator, rectifier, rectifier diode, etc.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 5-10 5.1.5 Report This function allows you to view, share and delete the test reports. 1. Go to [BTS] and select [Report] to enter the report list screen. Fig. 5-11 2. Tap the desired test report to enter, the following screen will appear. Tap to delete the current report. Tap to share the current report with others.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 5-12 5.1.6 Precautions on battery test • The accuracy of battery voltage, charging voltage, start voltage is 0.01V in test results; CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) precision is 5CCA. Generally, charging voltage value is greater than starting voltage. • Starting voltage range: The value higher than 9.6V is normal, otherwise it is too low. Due to different situations, whether the starting voltage is higher or not does not mean the vehicles or batteries are faulty.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 6. Diagnose 6.1 Connection 1. Turn the ignition off. Fig. 6-1 2. Locate vehicle’s DLC port. See Figure 2-2 for possible DLC location. 3. Plug the diagnostic cable into the vehicle’s DLC port. Fig. 6-2 Notes: • A plastic DLC cover may be found for some vehicles and you need to remove it before plugging the diagnostic cable. • The cable connector is keyed and will only fit one way.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 6.2 System Diagnosing This function is specially designed to diagnose electronic control systems of single vehicle model. The following vehicle systems are supported: • ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) • SRS (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System) • AT (Automatic Transmission) • Engine 6.2.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 5-3 Input the VIN, and tap “OK”, the system will automatically identify the vehicle model. If the vehicle VIN is successfully decoded, it will perform autodiagnosis until a diagnostic report is automatically output. Otherwise it will enter manual diagnosis mode. For details on manual diagnosis, see Chapter 6.2.2. Notes: • The most recognizable location for this number is in the top left corner on the vehicle’s dashboard.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Note: For vehicles manufactured by different vendors, it is possible that it has different diagnostic menus. For details, please follow the instructions on the screen to proceed.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 6-5 6.2.2.1 Health Report (Quick Test) This function varies from vehicle to vehicle. It enables you to quickly access all the electronic control units of the vehicle and generate a detailed report about vehicle health. Tap “Health Report”, the system starts scanning the ECUs. Once the scanning is complete, the following screen will appear: Fig. 6-6 In above figure, the tested system with fault code appears in red and the system with OK displays in black (normally).
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual On-Screen Buttons: : Tap to display the details of DTCs existing in the current system. Tap hide it. to Enter: Tap to select other test functions. For detailed operations, refer to Chapter 6.2.2.2 “System Selection”. Report: Tap to save the diagnostic result as a report. Clear DTC: Tap to clear the existing diagnostic trouble codes. 6.2.2.2 System Selection This option allows you manually select the test system and function step by step. In Fig.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 6-8 Note: Retrieving and using DTCs for troubleshooting vehicle operation is only one part of an overall diagnostic strategy. Never replace a part based only on the DTC definition. Each DTC has a set of testing procedures, instructions and flow charts that must be followed to confirm the location of the problem. This information can be found in the vehicle’s service manual. On-Screen Buttons: Help: Tap to view the help information.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Notes: 1. If you plan to take the vehicle to a Service Center for repair, DO NOT erase the codes from the vehicle’s computer. If data is erased, valuable information that might help the technician troubleshoot the problem will also be erased. 2. Clearing DTCs does not fix the problem(s) that caused the code(s) to be set.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 6-10 Notes: 1. If the value of the data stream item is out of the range of the standard (reference) value, the whole line will display in red. If it complies with the reference value, it displays in blue (normal mode). 2. The indicator 1/X shown on the bottom of the screen stands for the current page / total page number. Swipe the screen from the right / left to advance /return to the next / previous page.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 6-11 Combine: Tap it, a pull-down list of the data stream items appears on the screen. Select the necessary items (Max. 4 items can be selected at the same time) and the screen will display the waveforms corresponding to these items immediately. Fig. 6-12 Report: Tap to save the current data as a diagnostic report. All diagnostic reports can be accessed from Settings -> Data -> Diagnostic Report.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual valuable information to help you in troubleshooting and diagnosing vehicle problems. The saved file follows the naming rule: It begins with vehicle type, and then the record starting time and ends with .x431 (To differentiate between files, please configure the accurate system time). All diagnostic records can be viewed by tapping Settings -> Data -> Diagnostic Record. 6.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Not all monitors are supported in every vehicles and the exact number of monitors in any vehicle depends on the motor vehicle manufacturer’s emissions control strategy. Continuous Monitors -- Some of the vehicle components or systems are continuously tested by the vehicle’s OBD II system, while others are tested only under specific vehicle operating conditions.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 4. Data Stream This option retrieves and displays live data and parameters from the vehicle’s ECU. 5. View Freeze Frame When an emission-related fault occurs, certain vehicle conditions are recorded by the on-board computer. This information is referred to as freeze frame data. Freeze Data is a snapshot of the operating conditions at the time of an emissionrelated fault. Note: If DTCs were erased, Freeze Data may not be stored in vehicle memory depending on vehicle. 6.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual the necessity of starting from scratch. Tap “History” on the Diagnose main menu screen, all diagnostic records will be listed on the screen in date sequence. Fig. 6-13 • Tap certain vehicle model to view the details of the last diagnostic report. • To delete certain diagnostic history, select it and then tap “Delete”. To delete all historical records, tap “Select All” and then tap “Delete”.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Select "Reset" Choose the desired service function Select the desired car brand Select the reset mode (The available mode varies from vehicle to vehicle) Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed 36
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 7. Upgrade This function allows you to update the diagnostic app and software. All software is updated periodically. It is recommended to check regularly for updates and install the latest software version for the best service, functions and experience. Note: Make sure the Wi-Fi connection is strong and stable while updating. Tap “Upgrade” on the Job menu to enter the update center. Fig. 7-1 By default, all diagnostic software is selected.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 8. Settings 8.1 Units of measurement It is designed to set the measurement unit. Metric System and English System are available. 8.2 Automatic detection on connect This option enables you to determine whether to start an automatic VIN detection once the tool is properly connected to the vehicle’s DLC. 8.3 Brightness This item allows you to set the screen brightness. Note: Reducing the brightness of the screen is helpful to conserve the power of the tool. 8.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 8.8 Workshop information This option allows you to add a personalized tag on the diagnostic reports. Note: After you configured it, the system will append it on the report every time a report is successfully generated. 8.9 Recovery Use this item to reset this tool to the default factory setting. Warning: Resetting may cause data loss. Before doing so, please be careful to perform this operation. 8.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Value – this is the default mode which displays the parameters in texts and shows in list format. Frame Playback – plays back the recorded data stream items frame by frame. Once it is in frame playback mode, this button changes into “Auto Playback”. 8.13.2 Diagnostic Report This module stores all diagnostic reports generated in process of vehicle diagnosis. All the diagnostic reports are sorted by Date and Make.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual Fig. 8-2 Swipe the screen upwards / downwards to alter the value, then tap “OK”, the screen will display definition of the DTC. 8.13.4 DLC (Data Link Connector) Location This option helps you to find the location of the vehicle’s DLC. 8.13.5 Image This option allows you to view and manage all screenshots. 8.13.6 Feedback This item allows you to feedback your diagnostic problems to us for analysis and troubleshooting.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual C. Offline list Tap it to display all diagnostic feedback logs which have not been submitted successfully due to network failure. Once the tool gets a stable network signal, it will be uploaded to the remote server automatically. 8.13.7 Firmware Fix Use this item to upgrade and fix diagnostic firmware. During fixing, please do not cut power or switch to other interfaces. 8.13.8 User Manual The user manual is integrated on the tool for your easier check and reference.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 9. FAQ Here we list some frequently asked questions and answers related to this tool. 1 System halts when reading data stream. What is the reason? It may be caused by a slackened connector. Please turn this tool off, firmly connect the connector, and switch it on again. 2 Screen of the tool flashes at engine ignition start. Caused by electromagnetic disturbing, and this is normal phenomenon. 3 There is no response when communicating with on-board computer.
LAUNCH Battery 5001 User Manual 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 year (12 months) from date of delivery to the user.
