diagnostics on e46

[e46jase]

hi guys how many of u have the obd cable and software im looking at buying one weres the best place to get it?? im not interested in getting my codes read at a shop for couple hundred rand a shott or at the stealership lol want the cable and software so can do it at home whenever

 

[freerider]

If you have a laptop with a serial port then (Serial to USB connector does NOT work) http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/13776356/BMW_Multiplexer_Carsoft_6_5.html

Or http://www.bidorbuy.co.za/item/1397...I_and_EOBD_Code_Scanner_with_LCD_Display.html if you get this one, let me know how it works please

 

[Rennzport]

I have the bavarian technik tool.
Does everything the dealers can

It costs about 7-8k for full version, 3000 for enthusiast ver.
With enthusiast, u can only load 3 vins.

 

[e46jase]

tanx guys will be checking those out

 

[BimmerMan]

Check out this place...they are in Pretoria...
http://www.obdsa.com/bmw.htm

They have 3 different systems for BMW...

1. BMW EDIABAS\INPA (amazing system and you can do anything that a BMW GT1 can do)
2. Carsoft (Used to diagnose the major car systems, can reset codes + Airbag light, clear adaptations and give Live Data)
3. PaSoft (Does everything that Carsoft does but also allows you to code and calibrate the cars modules)

If anyone has bought number 1...can I buy you a beer and get to know you

 

[e46jase]

thanks for the links

 

[andavaka]

The VAGCOM cable goes in the BMW OBD port, does anyone know if it will work if i can get the CARSOFT software???

 

[freerider]

mmm, try and find a pin out of the 2 cables, you would hate to fry your ecu with the wrong voltages etc going into the wrong places

 

[andavaka]

mmm, try and find a pin out of the 2 cables, you would hate to fry your ecu with the wrong voltages etc going into the wrong places

Ohhh, never thought about that happening:excited:, i have actual seen of the sites above that the BMW & VW one are list diffrently!!!

Maybe i should just buy the BMW cable!!

 

[freerider]

With stuff that cost as much money as ECU's, I would say rather be safe than sorry

 

[M3_FTW]

Check out this place...they are in Pretoria...
http://www.obdsa.com/bmw.htm

They have 3 different systems for BMW...

1. BMW EDIABAS\INPA (amazing system and you can do anything that a BMW GT1 can do)
2. Carsoft (Used to diagnose the major car systems, can reset codes + Airbag light, clear adaptations and give Live Data)
3. PaSoft (Does everything that Carsoft does but also allows you to code and calibrate the cars modules)

If anyone has bought number 1...can I buy you a beer and get to know you

I have bought number 1, with a cable that actually works. Beware of cheap Ebay ones.

I am reselling the set for a small ammount. PM me for details. And yes, Ediabas/Inpa is an awesome system. Live data aswell.

 

[George Smooth]

Check out this place...they are in Pretoria...
http://www.obdsa.com/bmw.htm

They have 3 different systems for BMW...

1. BMW EDIABAS\INPA (amazing system and you can do anything that a BMW GT1 can do)
2. Carsoft (Used to diagnose the major car systems, can reset codes + Airbag light, clear adaptations and give Live Data)
3. PaSoft (Does everything that Carsoft does but also allows you to code and calibrate the cars modules)

If anyone has bought number 1...can I buy you a beer and get to know you

I have bought number 1, with a cable that actually works. Beware of cheap Ebay ones.

I am reselling the set for a small ammount. PM me for details. And yes, Ediabas/Inpa is an awesome system. Live data aswell.

I would be keen to compare it to the Bavtech. Which version is it? Does it have a date and please pm me the price.