What scanner will work with the 992
09-07-2021, 04:53 PM
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A friend of mine has a autel autolink al519 an I was going to try that to clear/reset the airbag fault as know it was after I unplugged/replugged to replace my new seat covers
He's a few hours from me so didn't want to race over there for nothing
He's a few hours from me so didn't want to race over there for nothing
09-07-2021, 05:54 PM
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It may work as clearing DTC faults is pretty basic, it's when you get to writing values that it's unable to do that. Might want to research the Autel model or ask your buddy. If not it's no doubt a nice day to take a drive for a couple of hours - but I'd bring a case of beer 
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10-17-2021, 07:13 PM
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Any updates yet regarding oil resets???
The Launch CRP S5 below claims 992 compatability, can anyone confirm?
Look at this on eBay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/CRP-S5-OBD-Diagnostic-all-Control-Units-Fits-Porsche-992-Epb-Oil-Reset-/313665605068?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
The Launch CRP S5 below claims 992 compatability, can anyone confirm?
Look at this on eBay
https://www.ebay.com/itm/CRP-S5-OBD-Diagnostic-all-Control-Units-Fits-Porsche-992-Epb-Oil-Reset-/313665605068?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
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12-14-2021, 07:44 PM
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Last x431 version supports 992s. No haven't tried it yet.
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12-14-2021, 09:46 PM
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Just sent an inquiry to X431Tool web site requesting vehicle coverage information for 2021 911/992.
Their website shows 2020 911/992 coverage, but not for 2021 although I suspect they should be identical.
I'll post their reply when I get it.
Current interest of mine is for their "X431 PROS V1.0 (X431 PROS V4.0)"
Their website shows 2020 911/992 coverage, but not for 2021 although I suspect they should be identical.
I'll post their reply when I get it.
Current interest of mine is for their "X431 PROS V1.0 (X431 PROS V4.0)"
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12-14-2021, 10:29 PM
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Should be OK for 2021 from what most folks have reported. I haven't had a chance to test it
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12-15-2021, 05:57 PM
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12-15-2021, 06:26 PM
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Given the convoluted way PIWIS does it, it's one of the things I will be doing as well on the x431. Just haven't had the time to check in the past couple of days
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12-15-2021, 08:30 PM
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12-15-2021, 09:32 PM
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What AGAIN???????????????? 
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12-16-2021, 05:45 PM
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First review of x431 on 992
OK given the pressure I've been put under (see above) here is a first glimpse.
The previous version that I used to code the 2020 Macan S was v 23.60
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I must say that the SEARCH function is stellar compared to what is available on PIWIS and available at every turn.
Working both PIWIS and Launch is a recipe for an enormous waste of time. Things are not in the same place WHILE some items are there others are not. I've not really given it the time it deserves, but snow is falling again... so here is a brief summary of what I tried just to see if it would communicate and write to my 2021 992
* It seems to be able to do SRI and modify service intervals
* You are able to modify the steering wheel temperature
* You are able to disable seat belt warning
* You are able to perform battery registration (I went up to the menu where you input data which is as far as I felt comfortable since I don't need my LiFeO4 replaced now...)
* I wasn't able to find where to change the flasher control which is in BCM2 in PIWIS and should be in Rear End Electronics in Launch.
In most of these cases the item may be present but is just called something different. For example, to enable rear lights with DRLs on the x431 (and Macan just FYI) this is located in Front End Electronics but if you look for Daytime Running Lights it's not there as they've called it Daylight Driving Lights. No longer present so I don't know if the name changed (I didn't stupidly search for DRL this time) or it's just not available in Launch for 992.
* Steering Wheel Electronic as I mentioned you are able to change the temperature but not able to link it with heated seat as on the Macan. Choices available are scant compared to on the Macan and PIWIS.
* It also read/accessed the changes I had made to the car (at least those I was able to find) like Speedo RED
So depending on what you want to do this is a VERY BRIEF overview I wanted to share for those wondering whether to buy this or not. For the casual user (tire changes, oil service, SRI...) this is more than adequate. It's a heck of a lot simpler but doesn't obviously drill down as deeply as PIWIS does.
It's also self contained with a WiFi/BT that works - that Porsche still doesn't recommend WiFi meaning you have to perform all your work tethered to a USB cable in 2021 is pathetic. The x431 feels comfortable in your hand and certainly easier to work with than a laptop. Performing actuations on rear light for example with x431 is a cinch as you walk the hand held to the back. With PIWIS either someone is there, you place a mirror in back or balance the laptop on the dash hoping not to rip out the USB connector while you go check.
Lastly again, trying to work with both is confusing. I had mentioned to @dollarlongnecks some time ago that we should try and do a concordance between the two but it's more time and effort that I think either of us are willing to invest.
For SRI and oil change I will use Launch as well as other pointed mods, for the rest I will have to rely on PIWIS.
Lastly throughout, the 2021 992 is not specifically mentioned, but while in the previous version it wouldn't write any codes, it does for the stuff I've touched on.
Hopefully those who rely more deeply on x431 will post as I must say while being immersed a couple of years ago, I've been more trying to understand PIWIS (not to mention TOWMBO having done the mods she wanted doesn't want me to futz with "her" car)...
I hope that helps those on the fence.
siberian
The previous version that I used to code the 2020 Macan S was v 23.60
Note:
I must say that the SEARCH function is stellar compared to what is available on PIWIS and available at every turn.
Working both PIWIS and Launch is a recipe for an enormous waste of time. Things are not in the same place WHILE some items are there others are not. I've not really given it the time it deserves, but snow is falling again... so here is a brief summary of what I tried just to see if it would communicate and write to my 2021 992
* It seems to be able to do SRI and modify service intervals
* You are able to modify the steering wheel temperature
* You are able to disable seat belt warning
* You are able to perform battery registration (I went up to the menu where you input data which is as far as I felt comfortable since I don't need my LiFeO4 replaced now...)
* I wasn't able to find where to change the flasher control which is in BCM2 in PIWIS and should be in Rear End Electronics in Launch.
In most of these cases the item may be present but is just called something different. For example, to enable rear lights with DRLs on the x431 (and Macan just FYI) this is located in Front End Electronics but if you look for Daytime Running Lights it's not there as they've called it Daylight Driving Lights. No longer present so I don't know if the name changed (I didn't stupidly search for DRL this time) or it's just not available in Launch for 992.
* Steering Wheel Electronic as I mentioned you are able to change the temperature but not able to link it with heated seat as on the Macan. Choices available are scant compared to on the Macan and PIWIS.
* It also read/accessed the changes I had made to the car (at least those I was able to find) like Speedo RED
So depending on what you want to do this is a VERY BRIEF overview I wanted to share for those wondering whether to buy this or not. For the casual user (tire changes, oil service, SRI...) this is more than adequate. It's a heck of a lot simpler but doesn't obviously drill down as deeply as PIWIS does.
It's also self contained with a WiFi/BT that works - that Porsche still doesn't recommend WiFi meaning you have to perform all your work tethered to a USB cable in 2021 is pathetic. The x431 feels comfortable in your hand and certainly easier to work with than a laptop. Performing actuations on rear light for example with x431 is a cinch as you walk the hand held to the back. With PIWIS either someone is there, you place a mirror in back or balance the laptop on the dash hoping not to rip out the USB connector while you go check.
Lastly again, trying to work with both is confusing. I had mentioned to @dollarlongnecks some time ago that we should try and do a concordance between the two but it's more time and effort that I think either of us are willing to invest.
For SRI and oil change I will use Launch as well as other pointed mods, for the rest I will have to rely on PIWIS.
Lastly throughout, the 2021 992 is not specifically mentioned, but while in the previous version it wouldn't write any codes, it does for the stuff I've touched on.
Hopefully those who rely more deeply on x431 will post as I must say while being immersed a couple of years ago, I've been more trying to understand PIWIS (not to mention TOWMBO having done the mods she wanted doesn't want me to futz with "her" car)...
I hope that helps those on the fence.
siberian
Last edited by siberian; 12-16-2021 at 06:44 PM.