Launch X431 August 9 Update Brings Chrysler 2027 Coverage, Lotus ABS Fixes, and Proton SAGA Support
Launch Tech has pushed out its latest round of diagnostic software updates for the X431 series, delivering expanded vehicle coverage and function optimizations across three brands: Chrysler (V35.60), Lotus (V10.08), and Malaysia Proton (V15.25). The update, dated August 9, 2026, is available immediately for all X431 tablet users with an active subscription — including the PRO3 V+ Elite, PAD V Elite, and PAD7.
For independent workshops running a Launch X431 diagnostic tool, these monthly updates are not just nice-to-have — they are what keep a scan tool competitive against dealership equipment. Let's break down what each module in this release actually delivers and why it matters on the shop floor.
Chrysler V35.60: 2027 MY Menus Added, Module Optimization Expanded
The biggest headline in this release is Chrysler V35.60, which extends diagnostic coverage forward into the 2025–2027 model years while deepening support for 2023–2025 vehicles. Launch has optimized both basic and special functions across six core modules:
- PCM (Powertrain Control Module) — improved DTC interpretation and live data parameters for late-model Pentastar and Hurricane engines
- BCM (Body Control Module) — better actuation tests for lighting, locks, and convenience features
- TCM (Transmission Control Module) — smoother access to adaptation resets and clutch wear diagnostics
- OBCM (On-Board Charger Module) — expanded data PIDs for PHEV and EV models in the Chrysler lineup
- PIM (Powertrain Interface Module) — refined communication for hybrid drivetrain diagnostics
This is not just a version bump. For shops seeing 2024–2025 Pacifica hybrids, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, or the growing wave of Dodge Hornet crossovers, V35.60 fills gaps that earlier software versions left open. The 2025–2027 menu additions are forward-looking — Chrysler's upcoming model refreshes will have diagnostic entry points ready on the X431 before the vehicles even hit bays in volume.
If your shop handles Stellantis vehicles regularly, an up-to-date diagnostic computer with Chrysler coverage at this depth is becoming non-negotiable. The SGW (Security Gateway) on 2018+ FCA vehicles already requires AutoAuth registration — having the software layer ready for 2027 models means one fewer barrier when those cars start arriving.
Lotus V10.08: ABS and Airbag System Access Optimized
Lotus V10.08 is a focused but meaningful update. Launch has optimized system access for two safety-critical modules:
- ABS (EBC430) — the Bosch-sourced EBC430 ABS module used across modern Lotus platforms now communicates more reliably during bleeding procedures and sensor calibration
- Airbag (SRS SAB) — Supplemental Restraint System access has been refined, reducing communication timeouts that some technicians reported on earlier versions when running restraint system diagnostics
Lotus is a low-volume brand, but Emira, Eletre, and Emeya owners tend to be enthusiast customers who expect specialist-level service. For independent European shops that occasionally see a Lotus, having clean ABS and SRS access through a professional-grade diagnostic scanner means not having to turn that customer away or sublet the job.
Proton V15.25: Three New Models and DCT Transmission Support
The Proton module adds support for three models — the SAGA MC3, PE5, and PE7 — alongside a notable functional improvement: optimized HCA (Hill-start Assist / Clutch Actuator) replacement for the 7-speed DCT transmission on the PX7 platform.
For markets where Proton has a significant presence — Malaysia, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Middle East — this update fills a real gap. The SAGA MC3 is a volume seller, and the dual-clutch transmission service function is directly relevant to workshops that handle transmission repairs or clutch replacements on these vehicles. Launch has also restructured the Proton software module itself, which typically translates to faster menu navigation and more stable communication during diagnostic sessions.
What This Update Routine Tells Us About Launch's Strategy
Launch has settled into a reliable monthly update cadence in 2026, and this August 9 release follows the pattern: each cycle touches multiple brands, with a mix of forward-looking coverage (Chrysler 2027 menus), targeted fixes (Lotus ABS), and regional depth (Proton SAGA).
Compare this to the May 2026 update — Chrysler V35.55, USAFord V50.70, and Renault V44.02 — and a clear trajectory emerges. Launch is systematically closing the gap between aftermarket and OEM diagnostic capability, brand by brand, module by module. For independent shops, the competitive advantage of an X431 tablet is directly tied to how actively Launch maintains and expands its software library.
Here is the practical takeaway: if your shop's X431 subscription has lapsed, this August 9 update — and the 2027 Chrysler menus inside it — is a concrete reason to renew. Access to 2025–2027 Chrysler coverage alone justifies the cost of a renewal card for any shop with late-model Stellantis clients. The Lotus and Proton improvements are smaller additions, but they reinforce the same point: monthly updates are not optional maintenance. They are the mechanism that keeps an aftermarket scan tool from becoming obsolete against dealership equipment.
How to Get the Update
The update is delivered through the X431 tablet's built-in update manager. Technicians with an active Launch subscription or renewal card can download Chrysler V35.60, Lotus V10.08, and Proton V15.25 directly from the tablet. Users without an active subscription can purchase an upgrade through the in-app Mall.
Supported tablets include the X431 PRO3 V+ Elite, X431 PAD V Elite, and X431 PAD7, among other X431 series devices. For detailed step-by-step installation guidance, refer to your tablet's user manual or the Launch support portal.
Regular software updates are the single most overlooked factor in diagnostic tool ROI. A scanner kept current with monthly releases delivers diagnostic capability that a two-year-old firmware version simply cannot match — especially as manufacturers accelerate model refreshes and add new electronic architectures. For shops serious about broadening their serviceable vehicle range, keeping the Launch X431 series on an active update plan is one of the highest-return decisions in the toolbox.
