Launch-X431 Unlock FCA US SGW AutoAuth Gateway Tutorial

This is a tutorial on how to use the Launch-X431 diagnostic tool to unlock the FCA US SGW AutoAuth gateway. This will allow you to diagnose 2017+ Fiat, Jeep, and Chrysler automobiles without limitation. European users can purchase the Professional License Pack(SGWs, Database, Subscription) in the Launch X-431 Pad 7/ X431 PRO5 app store.

Details please check:

How to buy EU Software License for your Launch X431 PAD7/Pro5 Smartlink

How to Unlock the FCA SGW by LAUNCH Diagnostic Tool?

Which TOPON products are certificated with AutoAuth Gateway?

FCA US has partnered with LAUNCH to certify LAUNCH-manufactured diagnostic tools to secure SGW vehicles' access.

Requirements:

✓Ensure LAUNCH tools have the latest software (valid software subscription required).

✓Tools need to connect to the Internet.

✓Users will enter AutoAuth Credentials when prompted on the tool to unlock SGW vehicles.

✓As of August 3, 2022, LAUNCH has 7 devices with the AutoAuth gateway. Among them are:

Phoenix Lite 2, Plus, Elite, Pro, Smart, Remote, Max.

We will also continue configuring the AutoAuth gateway to Unlock FCA SGW in more releases.

How to access the AutoAuth on the LAUNCH Diagnostic Tool?

Step 1: When you diagnose FCA models, the following prompt will pop up, please click Yes.

Step 2: Log in to your AutoAuth account to unlock it.

NOTE:

*The actual display of diagnostic tools shall prevail

*Once you log into AutoAuth on your TOPDOD tools, your Approved Credentials will be auto-stored in the Software.

How to register an AutoAuth account?

1) Go to https://webapp.autoauth.com/

2) Click REGISTER

3) Setup AutoAuth User Account – There is no payment until a user registers a service center (shop or technician).

You will need to create a unique username. The username must be at least 8 alphanumeric characters starting with a letter. Usernames are lowercase. Once you decide on a username you will enter the other fields including:

First name

Last name

Email address

Password

Password confirmation

Once you accept the terms and conditions, click the “Signup” button. This will create your account and AutoAuth will send you an email to confirm your email address. You are required to click the link sent in the email to confirm your email address. Once this is done, you can then log in to the AutoAuth portal to manage your account at the AutoAuth home page.

https://webapp.autoauth.com

To pay for service, first log in to your account. You will see a welcome toAutoAuth message. Click “Service Center Signup/Independent Technician Signup”

You’ll be taken to the Service Center registration form.

Enter a name for your shop. (This can be changed later.)

Enter your username. (This cannot be changed later.)

Enter your password.

Enter your Address, city, state, postal code, and country.

Enter your phone number.

Enter your credit card number.

Enter the expiration date of your card.

Enter the CVV number of your card.

After reading the terms and conditions, check the box that you agree to them.

Check the box at the bottom to confirm you are not a robot.

Click the “Signup” button at the bottom of the page.

NOTE: The payment charge is by AutoAuth directly, LAUNCH is not involved in any transaction process.

You will now have “Manage Tools” and “Manage Users” available in your menu at the left of the page as shown below:

The next step is to register your tool serial numbers.

After logging in as the shop owner, select “Manage Tools” from the left

Click the "+ Add Tool" button.

Select the manufacturer of LAUNCH.

Select the model of your tool (Please Choose Others if your tool is not listed).

Enter the serial number for your tool.

Click the “Add Tool” button. You may now see the LAUNCH diagnostic tool in your list.

Note that all registered shop users can use a LAUNCH tool serial registered to a shop. However, a tool serial cannot be used by more than one shop.

After your LAUNCH tools are added to your shop account, they are authorized by AutoAuth to unlock the secure gateway on vehicles. There is no delay after registering your serial numbers.

What’s FCA US SGW?

FCA vehicles (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) have been protected with an SGW security module (Secure since 2017 Gateway) to prevent unauthorized diagnostics and security attacks.

This module limits diagnostic capabilities without authorized diagnostic tools. This limits functions ranging from Bi-directional testing to DTC clearing. The vehicle’s SGW must be "unlocked" by the authenticated tester, and the Diagnostic tools.

Now FCA US is using the Automatic Authentication Authority (AutoAuth) to manage user accounts for access to SGW vehicles.

If you are a shop owner, you will first need to register a user account as a technician, and then register your shop. (There is an annual $50 fee per shop).

This membership covers up to 6 users (this includes the owner).

Each additional user is $2/year.

There is a maximum of 100 users per shop.

There is a maximum of 100 scan tools per shop.

Note: There are multiple packages on AutoAuth's website, and the shop owner can choose the one that best suits their needs. The payment is charged by AutoAuth directly. LAUNCH is not involved in any transaction process.

If you are a technician, you can create an account using the AutoAuth software application for free, and then provide your username to the shop you work at, the shop’s account owner, and add it to your workplace’s membership list. This way, you can use all of the tools registered under your shop’s account.

Applicable Area

The United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Which vehicles are equipped with FCA SGW?

NOTE: The model coverage list is still being updated. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at www.obd2shop.co.uk

More About AutoAuth

AutoAuth is an independently owned and operated service working in conjunction with Auto OEMs and independent Tool Vendors.

AutoAuth provides a service for Independent Operators to unlock vehicles to securely provide service to their customers. New vehicles will come enabled with the latest cyber security features to protect vehicle owners from cyber attacks. AutoAuth works with independent Tool Vendors to ensure the tools independent operators use to do their jobs are AutoAuth-certified tools. This will allow Independent Operators to continue to service cyber-enabled vehicles. AutoAuth provides the registration service and “unlock codes” to Independent Operator’s service tools to unlock vehicle gateways to perform day-to-day service.

To get to the AutoAuth WEB Portal please visit: https://webapp.autoauth.com