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| − | * [http://www.realoem.com Real OEM] - parts catalog for BMW cars | + | * [http://www.realoem.com Real OEM] - parts catalog for BMW cars |
| − | * [https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/ newTIS] - repair manuals, wiring diagrams. | + | * [https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/ newTIS] - repair manuals, wiring diagrams |
| + | * [http://www.bmw-planet.net/diagrams/release/en/ WDS BMW] - wiring diagrams | ||
* [https://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/ workshop-manuals] - BMW Workshop Manuals | * [https://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/ workshop-manuals] - BMW Workshop Manuals | ||
Revision as of 17:45, 25 August 2018
Contents
Diagnostic and coding software
Software and hardware used to perform full service diagnostics, enable and adjust features, and retrofit optional equipment.
EDIABAS
Software used officially by BMW dealers and services. EDIABAS contains programs responsible for performing different tasks on a BMW car. Usually installed with BMW Standard Tools installer containing the following software:
- INPA - diagnostics
- NCS-Expert - coding
- WinKFP - firmware updates
Software above requires data files called SP-DATEN that contain detailed information about modules installed in different BMW models.
Rheingold ISTA
- ISTA-P - programing
- ISTA-D - coding
ISTA+
BMW Scanner
http://www.bmw-scanner.com/?lang=eng
BMWAiCoder
NCS Dummy
Coding helper for NCS-Expert that provides english descriptions and values for most popular functions available for coding.
BMW Coding Tool
NCS-Expert guide and helper, SP-DATEN files automatic updater.
BMW Coding Database
Online database designed to store and share tips about coding modifications.
Carista
Carly
Module names
- CAS - Car/Comfort Access System
- CCC - Car Communication Computer
- DSC - Dynamic stability control
- DWA - Alarm System
- FRM - Foot space module
- HVAC - Auxiliary Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
- KOMBI - Instrument Cluster
- PDC - Park Distance Control
Codeable features
Select your car to check which features are available.
Hidden features
All modern BMW cars have instrument cluster hidden diagnostic menu which can be accessed by car owner in order to perform few basic tests and view live data from various car sensors.
Radio and navigation units have hidden menus that provide access to diagnostic data and some advanced settings.
Reset service reminders
After performing regular maintenance service in BMW cars you can reset service reminders without diagnostic interface. You can do so for the following reminders:
- general inspection
- front brakes
- rear brakes
- legal reminder
- emission
CC-ID diagnostic codes
All messages that you can see on the instrument cluster are graphical. Some issues are using the same icon, but after changing the CC-ID code that caused the message you can more precisely establish what caused the message.
iDrive update
Navigation system firmware can be updated by owner, using just a USB memory stick. Download update here
CDV delete
Clutch Delay Valve is installed in manual transmissions for a smoother clutch operation by restricting hydraulic flow. Unfortunately started causing problems on low revs with a noticeable jerky behavior.
Popular engines
Diesel
Petrol
Parts, schematics, diagrams, manuals
- Real OEM - parts catalog for BMW cars
- newTIS - repair manuals, wiring diagrams
- WDS BMW - wiring diagrams
- workshop-manuals - BMW Workshop Manuals
Online history and factory options
- etk BMW - BMW VIN decoder
- MDecoder - another VIN decoder
- BmwStyleWheels - All BMW wheel styles
What is LCI?
It means Life Cycle Impulse - this term is used by BMW when a car gets a "facelift".
Naming
- BMW no longer encodes engine displacement volume in cars badge. For example BMW E87 with badges: 116d, 118d, 120d, 123d all have 2.0 liter diesel engines.
- Kombi body version is called Touring.
