{"id":32985,"date":"2026-09-17T02:33:05","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T00:33:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ml24.shop\/product\/2-year-update-for-launch-x431-v-4-0\/"},"modified":"2026-09-24T12:16:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-24T10:16:02","slug":"2-year-update-for-launch-x431-v-4-0","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.ml24.shop\/en\/product\/2-year-update-for-launch-x431-v-4-0\/","title":{"rendered":"2-Year Update for Launch X431 V+ 4.0"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ml24pd\">\n<p><!-- INTRO --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-intro\">\n<h2>Launch X431 V+ 4.0 2-Year Update \u2013 Software Extension for Your Diagnostic Tablet<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ml24pd-lead\">With the <strong>Launch X431 V+ Update<\/strong>, you extend the software access of your existing X431 V+ 4.0 (also known as \u201cX431 V Plus\u201d) by 24 months. During this period, your device can download all software versions provided by Launch, including support for new vehicle models, expanded ECU coverage, new special functions and bug fixes. The license is assigned to the serial number of your device \u2013 you do not need to purchase a new tablet.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ml24pd-chips\">\n<li>24 Months of Updates<\/li>\n<li>For X431 V+ 4.0<\/li>\n<li>Activation via Serial Number<\/li>\n<li>No Hardware Included<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- MODEL, SERIAL NUMBER AND REGION --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-sec\">\n<h2>Before Ordering: Model, Serial Number and Region<\/h2>\n<p>Launch update licenses are linked to the device model and serial number. Three points determine whether the license is compatible with your device:<\/p>\n<div class=\"ml24pd-who\">\n<div>\n<h3>1. The Correct Model<\/h3>\n<p>This update is intended for the X431 V+ 4.0. The X431 range includes many similarly named models, such as the X431 V, other V+ generations and the PRO series. Each of these requires its own update license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>2. The Serial Number<\/h3>\n<p>The license is assigned to the serial number of your device. You can find it in the device information on the tablet and on the VCI identification label.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>3. Region and Version<\/h3>\n<p>Launch devices are sold in different regions and versions. The license must match the version of your device \u2013 we check this using the serial number before activation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ml24pd-note\">You can check your device serial number in advance using the official <a href=\"https:\/\/mycar.x431.com\/pad\/landingPageIndexSnValidate.action\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Launch device verification<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- WHAT IS INCLUDED --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-sec\">\n<h2>What Does the X431 V+ Software Update Provide?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ml24pd-cols\">\n<div>\n<h3>Included<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ml24pd-links\">\n<li>24 months of access to new Launch software versions<\/li>\n<li>New vehicle models and model years<\/li>\n<li>Expanded ECU and function coverage<\/li>\n<li>New service and special functions, where released by Launch for the device<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>Not Included<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"ml24pd-links\">\n<li>Diagnostic tablet or VCI<\/li>\n<li>Licenses for other Launch models<\/li>\n<li>Paid additional modules or third-party activations<\/li>\n<li>Hardware functions that the device does not support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- ACTIVATION --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-sec ml24pd-case\">\n<h2>How the Launch Update Extension Works<\/h2>\n<ol class=\"ml24pd-steps\">\n<li><strong>Order the Update<\/strong>You order the 2-year license for your X431 V+ 4.0.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide the Serial Number<\/strong>We need the serial number of your device and check whether the model and version are compatible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>License Is Activated<\/strong>The update extension is activated for your serial number.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Download Updates<\/strong>Connect the tablet to Wi-Fi, open the update section and download the available software versions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- IMPORTANT NOTICE --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-sec\">\n<div class=\"ml24pd-notice\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> Once the license has been assigned to a serial number, it cannot be transferred to another device. Updates for other Launch devices can be found under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ml24.shop\/en\/product-category\/testing-and-diagnostic-technology\/updates-for-diagnostic-devices\/launch-en-2\/\">Launch Updates<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- CTA --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-sec\">\n<div class=\"ml24pd-help\">\n<div>\n<h3>Have Your Serial Number Checked Before Ordering<\/h3>\n<p>Send us the serial number of your Launch device. We will confirm before you order that the license is compatible with your device.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"ml24pd-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/491782014932?text=Hello%2C%20please%20check%20my%20serial%20number%20for%20the%20Launch%20X431%20V%2B%204.0%20Update%3A%20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Send Serial Number via WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- FAQ --><\/p>\n<section class=\"ml24pd-sec ml24pd-faq\">\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About the Launch X431 V+ 4.0 Update<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>Where can I find the serial number of my X431 V+?<\/summary>\n<p>You can find it in the device information on the tablet and on the VCI identification label. If you are unsure, send us a photo and we will help identify it.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Does this update also work with the X431 V, PRO or other V+ versions?<\/summary>\n<p>No. This license is intended for the X431 V+ 4.0. Other models require their own update licenses.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Will my device continue to work without an update?<\/summary>\n<p>The installed software generally remains usable. However, new vehicles, functions and bug fixes are only available with a valid update license.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Why is the region of my device important?<\/summary>\n<p>Launch sells devices in different regions and versions. The license must match the version of the device, which is why we check the serial number before activation.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Is any hardware included?<\/summary>\n<p>No. You receive only the digital 2-year update extension.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- FAQ SCHEMA --><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\":[\n    {\n      \"@type\":\"Question\",\n      \"name\":\"Where can I find the serial number of my X431 V+?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\":{\n        \"@type\":\"Answer\",\n        \"text\":\"You can find it in the device information on the tablet and on the VCI identification label. 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