Launch Creader 529 User Manual

LAUNCH
529 OBD II Scanner User’s Manual
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Revised date: Sept. 10, 2019
Version: V1.00.000
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product. For any reverse engineering or cracking actions against the software, LAUNCH
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Launch Creader 529 Specifications

General

Brand	Launch
Model	Creader 529
Category	Scanner
Language	English

Summary

Introduction to the Creader 529 OBD II Scanner

General Information About OBD II/EOBD

OBD System Overview

Explanation of OBD I and OBD II systems and their evolution.

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

Understanding the structure and meaning of Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

OBD II Terminology and DLC Location

Key terms and the location of the vehicle's Data Link Connector.

OBD II Monitors Explained

Details on Continuous and Non-Continuous monitors and their reference table.

Creader 529 Scanner Components and Controls

Scanner Controls and Indicators

Overview of the scanner's buttons, LCD screen, USB port, and status LEDs.

Specifications and Accessories

Technical specifications and included accessories for the diagnostic scanner.

Initial Setup and Connection

Connecting the Scanner

Step-by-step guide for connecting the OBD II scanner to a vehicle.

Navigating the Job Menu

Description of the main modules and functions available in the Job Menu.

Scanner Operations and Functions

Diagnostic Procedures

Steps for starting diagnostics, reading, and erasing trouble codes.

Monitor and Data Interpretation

Interpreting I/M readiness, data streams, and freeze frame information.

System Testing and Information

Performing system tests, looking up DTCs, and printing records.

Scanner Software Upgrade

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Product Warranty Details

Customer Service and Support