LAUNCH X431 has officially released the ECU Flash function for select commercial vehicle diagnostic tools. This guide walks you through what ECU Flash (truck) is, how to purchase and activate it on compatible X431 devices, and which vehicles and systems are supported.
PART1: What Is the ECU Flash Function?
The ECU Flash function enables technicians to perform ECU read/write operations, online programming, and version upgrades across various commercial vehicle systems. This function is crucial for:
- Resolving software issues;
- Upgrading ECUs to newer versions;
- Reprogramming after component replacement;
- Flashing cross-version engines without dismantling.
Supported LAUNCH X431 Devices
The ECU Flash feature is available on the following LAUNCH truck diagnostic tools:
X431 PAD V ELITE HD / X431 PAD VII ELITE HD(already includes ECU Flash)
X431 PRO3 SE HD
Other PRO3 series HD tablets
Note:
Devices other than the PAD V LINK HD must purchase the ECU Flash software via:
Mall > Software Store > Commercial Vehicle
All PRO3 HD tablets now run the X-431 HD APP, same as the PRO3 SE HD.
PART2: How to Enable ECU Flash Function on X431 Devices
If you don’t see the Online Programming, ECU Flash software, or Flash Data Management on your X431 device, follow these steps to modify the configuration file.
Configuration File Paths:
For X-431 PAD V LINK HD:
/storage/emulated/0/cnlaunch/X431PADV/assets/StdCfg.ini
For X-431 PRO3 SE HD / PRO3 LINK HD / V+ SmartLink HD / PRO3S+ SmartLink HD:
/storage/emulated/0/cnlaunch/X431Pro3S/assets/StdCfg.ini
If the path cannot be found by entering it directly, you can manually select the directory:
PAD V HD:
Other Modules > Files > Internal Storage > cnlaunch > [Device Folder] > assets > StdCfg.ini
PRO3 HD series:
Other Modules > Files > Internal Storage > emulated/0/cnlaunch > [Device Folder] > assets > StdCfg.ini
Modify the Following Parameters
Open the [StdCfg.ini] file and locate the following lines:
OnlineFlash=0 Flash=0
Change them to:
OnlineFlash=1 Flash=1
If the parameters are missing, add the following at the end of the file:
OnlineFlash=1 Flash=1
After Configuration: Where to Find the ECU Flash Function
In X-431 HD APP
ECU Flash Software: Local Diagnosis > Manufacturer
Flash Data Management: More menu
In X-431 APP
ECU Flash Software: Local Diagnosis > HD > ALL
Flash Data Management: Toolbox
Notes:
Overseas versions of the software are pre-set to OnlineFlash=0, Flash=0
You must manually set them to 1 to unlock the ECU Flash capabilities
After activation, restart the APP to ensure the new features appear
PART3: What Does the ECU Flash Function Include?
The ECU Flash feature supports a wide range of systems and vehicle manufacturers. Key capabilities include:
Cummins
- Full-range ECU flash (Read/Write)
- Supports China III to VI emission standards
Bosch
- ECU data flashing (China III–VI)
- Boot mode (low-level) flashing
- Cross-version flashing without disassembly
Sinotruk
- CBCU / CBCU3 modules
- 2012 instrument clusters
- BBM, VCU, proprietary SCR system
Delphi
- Unit pump ECU flash
- Complete engine data flashing (China III–VI)
Nanyue
- R01/R02 unit pump ECU flash
Yuchai
- Proprietary system flashing
- NG system support
Denso
- Hino, Shanghai Diesel, Wuxi Diesel, Dongfeng, Sinotruk series ECU
Foton
- Instrument clusters
- Smart BCUs
- AMT control units
- CBCU3 flash support
Weichai & Wuxi Diesel
- Full engine data flashing (China III–VI)
Natural Gas Systems
- Woodward, WPDS, Bosch EGC4
- Sinotruk, Yuchai, Wuxi Econtrols
- OH6 platform
Aftertreatment DCUs (20+ brands)
- Tenneco, Sanli, Kelong, ACM, Tianlan
- Dinex, Kedes, Henghe, Qintai, Weifu, Bosch, etc.
Dongfeng Commercial Vehicles
- OEM-grade online matching
- China VI compliant ECU data flash
LAUNCH X431 ECU Flash Heavy-duty Truck Support List:
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | CBCU |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Bosch |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Continental |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Delphi |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Denso |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Dongfeng Commercial |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Futian |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Aftertreatment (SCR/DCU) |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Jiangling Motors |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Commins |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Liaoning Xinfeng |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Nanyue single pump |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Hino |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Sany Heavy Industry |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Natural gas |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Witter |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Weichai |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Isuzu Qingling |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Faw Jiefang |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Yikong |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Yuchai |
| X109023558 | HD_ECU | Sino truk |