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Remote Diagnostic: To start a remote diagnostic session. For details, refer to 
Chapter 5.3.4. 
5.3.4 Launch Remote Diagnosis (Device-To-Device) 
The  tablet  is  allowed  to  launch  remote  diagnosis  with  other  diagnostic  tools 
(including  but  not  limited  to  the  X-431  PRO  GT)  of  Launch  family,  which  are 
equipped with this module. 
*  Note:  Before  performing  this  operation,  please  make  sure  the  following  no  matter 
which side sends the remote request: 
  Turn on the vehicle power supply. 
  Throttle should be in a closed position.   
  The VCI dongle should be properly connected to the vehicle’s DLC and a successful 
communication is required. 
In Fig. 5-36, tap “Remote Diagnostic”, a pull-down menu including the following 
options appears: 
 
Fig. 5-37 
These options are defined as follows: 
Actions  Results 
Request control 
remote device 
Request  to  control  the  partner’s  device  remotely  to 
help him diagnose the vehicle.   
*Notes:   
  Remote  diagnosis  has  the  same  diagnostic  steps  as 
manual diagnosis. 
  Once  vehicle  diagnosis  is  complete,  a  report  will  be 
created. Input your comments on this report, and  then 
tap “Send Report” to send it to the partner.