[mistryn]

Searching through various threads I am pulling my out.

I am looking to buy software/lead that will enable to read codes and reset service lights/force a regen etc
I have had my airbag light come on in the past which I have taken to an independant who reset it for me for £20 (it took him 30 secs to do) as the wire under the seat became loose. So I am after something that will enable me to do this myself. I am not looking at sofware/leads that allow you do coding as I think thats too advanced for me. But something that will allow me to scan for error codes from time to time to ensure my car is running fine.

From my reading there are some people who have bought off ebay (loads of leads and not sure which one to go for) ranging from £30+
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Diagno...item19cd67c599

Then there is the BT tool but I presume you can only buy this from the states (Bavarian Tech themselves)
http://www.bavariantechnic.com/buy.aspx

Then you have the general code readers on ebay
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/OBDII-DTC-...item20c2675135

Can anyone help?

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

Searching through various threads I am pulling my out.

I am looking to buy software/lead that will enable to read codes and reset service lights/force a regen etc
I have had my airbag light come on in the past which I have taken to an independant who reset it for me for £20 (it took him 30 secs to do) as the wire under the seat became loose. So I am after something that will enable me to do this myself. I am not looking at sofware/leads that allow you do coding as I think thats too advanced for me. But something that will allow me to scan for error codes from time to time to ensure my car is running fine.

From my reading there are some people who have bought off ebay (loads of leads and not sure which one to go for) ranging from £30+
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Diagno...item19cd67c599

Then there is the BT tool but I presume you can only buy this from the states (Bavarian Tech themselves)
http://www.bavariantechnic.com/buy.aspx

Then you have the general code readers on ebay
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/OBDII-DTC-...item20c2675135

Can anyone help?

BT tool is best if you can get one.
If not go for option two. You can use it with inpa or DIS. More freedome and less restrictions.

[mistryn]

What is inpa/DIS?

DO you mean the blue cable?

WIth the BT cable do you know if anyone in the UK stocks this?

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

What is inpa/DIS?

DO you mean the blue cable?

WIth the BT cable do you know if anyone in the UK stocks this?

I am not sure about somebody who sells BT cable here in UK. Somebody else may know it and post it.

Blue cable alone is not enough to read the codes. You need software to read the codes.
INPA is the software which experienced users use it and you get the code. Later you search it online to see what actually is it.
DIS is more sort of dealership software, which is very tricky to install. However it gives you code and the detail of the code. More user friendly.

IF you want the blue cable, search the package, where you can get one with cable + inpa or cable + DIS.

[mistryn]

Thanks for the info that really helps, I will continue searching. Is there any other tool I should take into consideration?

The only slight concern I have buying off bay is if its a crap cable and I plug it into the car it messing up and creating issues

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

Thanks for the info that really helps, I will continue searching. Is there any other tool I should take into consideration?

The only slight concern I have buying off bay is if its a crap cable and I plug it into the car it messing up and creating issues

My understaning is BT= best
if you cannot get one, have INPA or DIA with any of these cables. If the seller provide you with warranty and support, you should give it a try.
Some American companies are selling the same cables for 100+ dollars, and believe me, their cables come from china too.

All the best.

[mistryn]

Originally Posted by makkan00

My understaning is BT= best
if you cannot get one, have INPA or DIA with any of these cables. If the seller provide you with warranty and support, you should give it a try.
Some American companies are selling the same cables for 100+ dollars, and believe me, their cables come from china too.

All the best.

I think I will go for the BT tool as the one I shown in the link does not cover 2007 onwards.

If anyone can shed some light to UK suppliers of the BT tool

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

I think I will go for the BT tool as the one I shown in the link does not cover 2007 onwards.

If anyone can shed some light to UK suppliers of the BT tool

Not discouraging you, but can you justify the price of BT tool?

[mistryn]

Originally Posted by makkan00

Not discouraging you, but can you justify the price of BT tool?

I will have a look at cable and software as you mentioned but never bought any diagnostic software bit and you do read some instances where something has gone wrong. But then again if another kit can do the same as a BT tool then that would sway me

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

I will have a look at cable and software as you mentioned but never bought any diagnostic software bit and you do read some instances where something has gone wrong. But then again if another kit can do the same as a BT tool then that would sway me

item number 330606867879

flebay justifies the prices and you get all in one package upto 2007 cars.

What year is your car?

[mistryn]

My car is April 2008 build
Any of these good?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Ediaba...item2c630563a2
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-scanne...item20ba4e85e9

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

My car is April 2008 build
Any of these good?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Ediaba...item2c630563a2
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-scanne...item20ba4e85e9

Second one seems more promising. Go for it.
For those people having indi garage or those who like to play, this is good toy.
http://www.autologic-diagnos.co.uk/e...mw-diagnostics

Let us know how you get on with the item you buy mate.

[mistryn]

I have emailed the 2nd link seller to dconfirm it will work on my car. I cant seem to see big difference between the 2 apart from the other seller it works for cars up to 2010

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

I have emailed the 2nd link seller to dconfirm it will work on my car. I cant seem to see big difference between the 2 apart from the other seller it works for cars up to 2010

Sorry my mistake, go for the first link, as he explained the things better and its uptp 2010, in case if you want to up grade your car. All the best.

[mistryn]

I have had no response from the 2nd link seller and I have emailed the top one with a few questions, will see what he says and then decide. But I will keep this thread updated with what happens

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

I have had no response from the 2nd link seller and I have emailed the top one with a few questions, will see what he says and then decide. But I will keep this thread updated with what happens

Ebay sellers usually take 24-48 hours to reply so be patient. Will be interested to know the findings. B/W I have both inpa and DIS.

[mistryn]

Originally Posted by makkan00

Ebay sellers usually take 24-48 hours to reply so be patient. Will be interested to know the findings. B/W I have both inpa and DIS.

Had a email off the first seeler, he has emailed me a 600mb file which I will take a closer look when I get home.

makkan00 - what lead/software did you get yours from? (pm me if you prefer)

[neil@JuicedUpTuning]

We can do the 3 vin BT for £180 delivered?

[mistryn]

Originally Posted by neil@JuicedUpTuning

We can do the 3 vin BT for £180 delivered?

Is there a single VIN cable? As i will only use it on my own car?

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by neil@JuicedUpTuning

We can do the 3 vin BT for £180 delivered?

Sorry my ignorance.
3VIN cable: Does that means, you can play with 3 cars?

Also does it come with software too?

Cheers.

[makkan00]

Originally Posted by mistryn

Is there a single VIN cable? As i will only use it on my own car?

I am also very interested to know the answer of it.

mistryn, I guess 3VIN or unlimited will be best. As once you are in this bussiness, most of your beamer friend may like to use your equipment.

[mistryn]

Originally Posted by makkan00

Sorry my ignorance.
3VIN cable: Does that means, you can play with 3 cars?

Also does it come with software too?

Cheers.

From my understanding, the 3 vin tool allows up o 3 cars. Each time you use it will ask to put the vin in and up to 3 vins are allowed. I think the professional one is unlimited cars (but this one does cost a lot more £££). The software I think you download from BT website themselves once you have the cable - not to sure if it comes with the disc