Code reading

Yerfdog · 07-29-2012, 03:48 AM

Guys,

Anyone know a quick way to read the ECU codes on a 330d.

I have used the likes of VAG Com when I have Audis. I think I got a bust injector. Lumpy tick over, loud ticking from engine and a bit slow to 2000 rpm.

Any ideas how to find out what's wrong?

Yerfdog · 07-31-2012, 03:12 AM

No one got any ideas?

WNeill · 07-31-2012, 07:03 AM

I have always used INPA on my BMWs. I also use DIS/GT1 if you want your diagnostics a little more detailed. Usually INPA is sufficient.

Contact 'jimmy' on www.bmw5.co.uk, tell him I sent you

mistryn · 07-31-2012, 07:45 AM

there are a few cables you can buy
BT - Bavarian Technic - which I think you can buy from overseas only (pm neil@juiced tuning)

yu can buy leads off ebay that come with software - INPA/DIS (latter pain to install) whchi will give you the ability to read and clear codes

daveleach · 07-31-2012, 08:18 AM

I have recently purchased a cable off eBay with the software and can vouch for them being a pain in the arse to install and use.
However I have successfully done it, and have cleared codes after recently changing some parts on my car.

WNeill · 07-31-2012, 09:36 AM

Yes, DIS can be a real pain to install, but ultimately worth it

Yerfdog · 08-03-2012, 02:47 AM

Thanks guys . Does anyone know of DiS can use the same cable as VAG com?

daveleach · 08-03-2012, 04:42 AM

Can't answer your question.
But I don't mind hooking your car up and reading codes for you.
I'm near j5 of the m4 if it's any good for you.

07-29-2012, 03:48 AM	#1
Yerfdog New Member 1 Rep 18 Posts Drives: M4 Comp 2020 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Code reading Guys, Anyone know a quick way to read the ECU codes on a 330d. I have used the likes of VAG Com when I have Audis. I think I got a bust injector. Lumpy tick over, loud ticking from engine and a bit slow to 2000 rpm. Any ideas how to find out what's wrong?
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Yerfdog New Member 1 Rep 18 Posts Drives: M4 Comp 2020 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London iTrader: (0)	No one got any ideas?
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WNeill New Member 4 Rep 16 Posts Drives: BMW 325i SE Coupe Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fife iTrader: (0)	I have always used INPA on my BMWs. I also use DIS/GT1 if you want your diagnostics a little more detailed. Usually INPA is sufficient. Contact 'jimmy' on www.bmw5.co.uk, tell him I sent you __________________ Last edited by WNeill; 08-03-2012 at 05:58 AM.. Reason: spelling
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mistryn Colonel 155 Rep 2,045 Posts Drives: BMW 335D Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Mids iTrader: (8)	there are a few cables you can buy BT - Bavarian Technic - which I think you can buy from overseas only (pm neil@juiced tuning) yu can buy leads off ebay that come with software - INPA/DIS (latter pain to install) whchi will give you the ability to read and clear codes Last edited by mistryn; 07-31-2012 at 08:18 AM..
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daveleach First Lieutenant 26 Rep 306 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: berks iTrader: (0)	I have recently purchased a cable off eBay with the software and can vouch for them being a pain in the arse to install and use. However I have successfully done it, and have cleared codes after recently changing some parts on my car.
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WNeill New Member 4 Rep 16 Posts Drives: BMW 325i SE Coupe Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fife iTrader: (0)	Yes, DIS can be a real pain to install, but ultimately worth it __________________
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Yerfdog New Member 1 Rep 18 Posts Drives: M4 Comp 2020 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys . Does anyone know of DiS can use the same cable as VAG com?
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08-03-2012, 04:42 AM	#8
daveleach First Lieutenant 26 Rep 306 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: berks iTrader: (0)	Can't answer your question. But I don't mind hooking your car up and reading codes for you. I'm near j5 of the m4 if it's any good for you.
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