How to Read and Write VIN (Register VIN) by Launch X431 Tool?

Most Launch X431 Tools have a [VIN Registration] function to read and write VIN. Here take Launch X431 PAD V as an example to show how to register VIN on a 2017 Nissan XTrail T32 new ECM.

 

Operation guide:

Go to [Local diagnosis] menu

Select NISSAN>> NISSAN Diagnostic software (i.e. V44.76)>> Full system diagnosis>> The vehicle with 16PIN>> System Selection>> Engine>> ECM (Engine Control Module)

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The state of ECM is equipped

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Select Special Function>> VIN Registration

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Confirm the ignition switch on and the engine stopped. Hold these conditions during the procedure

You can see three options: VIN/CHASSIS, VIN READ, and VIN WRITE.

Click [VIN READ]

Input the VIN of the vehicle. Refer to S/M for the location of the identification plate

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After inputting, click “OK”, and the VIN value appears on the VIN READ line.

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Click [VIN WRITE]

Input the VIN once again

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After inputting, click “OK”, and the VIN value appears on the VIN WRITE line.

Click “Start”

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Command succeed

Turn ignition switch off for 10 sec then ignition switch on to confirm no DTC

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The VIN number has already been registered on X431 PAD5, and the value appears on the VIN/CHASSIS line.

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Alright! That’s the whole process to register VIN on Launch X431 tablet.

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