1 App & Hardware for Scanning Codes on Later Model Beemers Fri Aug 24, 2018 9:13 pm
Two Wheels Better
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It occurs to me that there are many forum members who own a later model BMW with the round, multi-pin connector under the seat which is used for diagnosing, scanning and clearing of fault codes, and are subject to the local dealership's prices for scanning codes. Most of us have heard of the GS911 tool. It has its nice features and functions, but unless you've paid the high price for the 'upgraded' or professional version it is somewhat limited to a few VINs.
I have needed to be able to scan my bikes for fault codes, re-set service lights, and making coding changes on my various newer Beemers. I did some research, found the usual culprits like GS911 and the German-made Duonix. These are not cheap, and I am.
This is what I use and it works a charm.
Search eBay or other online sources for a typical ELM327 Bluetooth module (OBDLinkLX is the brand/model required with the MotoScan app) of the kind that reads automobile codes. Go to eBay and look for a seller called OBD Innovations. OBD Innovations sell multiple adaptor cords and the one you'll need is for the round 16 pin BMW connector (Motronic 2.4 and later) to typical automotive OBD2 reader. Download the MotoScan app on Play Store for Android or whatever method your iPhone uses.
Below is a link to MotoScan. I paid €50 for the 'professional' level of service which allows me to read and clear codes, set service lights and mileage intervals, change the date on the instrument panel, activate or delete tyre pressure monitors, change settings for the BMW alarm system, whether you want your dash showing metric or imperial data, and even things like setting the actuators for the throttle bodies as well as reading live data from the ECU, ABS unit, instrument cluster & etc.
MotoScan website
Duonix website
All up I have less than US$100 invested in these three pieces, far less than the basic US$399 to start GS911 or €299 Duonix readers.
Note that from 2017 on, BMW motorcycles no longer need the round pin adaptor because they're now utilising a simple plug-in automobile OBD2 module directly into the wiring loom. Ping me if you have questions.
MotoScan app €50
OBD Innovations cord US$12
OBDLinkLX Bluetooth module US$39
I have needed to be able to scan my bikes for fault codes, re-set service lights, and making coding changes on my various newer Beemers. I did some research, found the usual culprits like GS911 and the German-made Duonix. These are not cheap, and I am.
This is what I use and it works a charm.
Search eBay or other online sources for a typical ELM327 Bluetooth module (OBDLinkLX is the brand/model required with the MotoScan app) of the kind that reads automobile codes. Go to eBay and look for a seller called OBD Innovations. OBD Innovations sell multiple adaptor cords and the one you'll need is for the round 16 pin BMW connector (Motronic 2.4 and later) to typical automotive OBD2 reader. Download the MotoScan app on Play Store for Android or whatever method your iPhone uses.
Below is a link to MotoScan. I paid €50 for the 'professional' level of service which allows me to read and clear codes, set service lights and mileage intervals, change the date on the instrument panel, activate or delete tyre pressure monitors, change settings for the BMW alarm system, whether you want your dash showing metric or imperial data, and even things like setting the actuators for the throttle bodies as well as reading live data from the ECU, ABS unit, instrument cluster & etc.
MotoScan website
Duonix website
All up I have less than US$100 invested in these three pieces, far less than the basic US$399 to start GS911 or €299 Duonix readers.
Note that from 2017 on, BMW motorcycles no longer need the round pin adaptor because they're now utilising a simple plug-in automobile OBD2 module directly into the wiring loom. Ping me if you have questions.
MotoScan app €50
OBD Innovations cord US$12
OBDLinkLX Bluetooth module US$39
Last edited by Two Wheels Better on Sat Oct 27, 2018 11:01 pm; edited 1 time in total
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