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X-431 PADII
User's Manual
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Do not disconnect power abruptly when X-431 PADII is being •
formatted or in process of uploading or downloading. Or else it may
result in program error.
Precautions on Using X-431 PADII
The ignition switch should be OFF while plugging or unplugging the •
diagnostic connector.
When the diagnostic connector is not used, remember to place •
it into the diagnostic connector housing located on the docking
station to avoid loss.
If your vehicle keeps unattended for a week or a long period, it •
is suggested to unplug the connector from vehicle’s DLC to save
battery power.
While diagnosing a vehicle, you are not advised to use phone •
or messaging, because it may cause a data communication
interruption. If it happens, it is abnormal and just try to re-do it.
Precautions on Operating Vehicle’s ECU
Do not disconnect the vehicle inner consumer when the ignition •
switch is ON. High voltage transients may encounter at the moment
of disconnecting, which may damage the sensors and the ECU.
Protect the computer from magnetic object.•
Do cut off the power supply of ECU system before welding on the •
vehicle.
Pay more attention to the ECU and the sensors when the operation •
is next to them.
Ground yourself when you disassemble PROM, otherwise ECU •
and sensors will be damaged by static electricity.
Do connect ECU harness connector firmly, otherwise electronic •
elements, such as IC inside ECU, will be damaged.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ..................................................................................... 1
1.1 Product Prole ............................................................................... 1
1.2 Features ........................................................................................ 1
1.3 Technical Specications ................................................................ 1
2 Knowledge of X-431 PADII ............................................................. 2
2.1 X-431 PADII Tablet ........................................................................ 3
2.2 X-431 PADII Docking Station ......................................................... 4
2.3 Diagnostic Connector .................................................................... 5
2.4 X-431 PADII Accessory Checklist .................................................. 5
3 Preparations.................................................................................... 7
3.1 Charging X-431 PADII ................................................................... 7
3.2 On Using Your Battery ................................................................... 7
3.3 Power On / Power Off X-431 PADII .............................................. 8
3.3.1 Power on .............................................................................. 8
3.3.2 Power off .............................................................................. 8
3.4 Tips On Finger Operations ............................................................ 8
3.5 Lock / Unlock the screen ............................................................... 8
3.5.1 Lock the screen .................................................................... 8
3.5.2 Unlock the screen ................................................................. 8
3.6 Screen Layout ............................................................................... 9
3.7 Status Bar ...................................................................................... 9
3.8 Notication bar............................................................................... 9
3.9 Customize your desktop .............................................................. 10
3.9.1 Move items on the desktop................................................. 10
3.9.2 Delete items from the desktop ............................................ 10
3.9.3 Change your wallpaper....................................................... 10
3.9.4 Adjust brightness ................................................................ 10
3.9.5 Set standby time ................................................................. 10
3.9.6 Set screen lock ................................................................... 10