Hi, I have a working version of Scan XL build 2532 i bought a few years ago
is there anything i can use to look at sensor graphs particulalry intereted in logging the camshaft sensor, and crankshaft sensor among other things... would be handy for diagnosis.. i can see fault codes, and reset no problem with scan XL what is a good OBD software to use with an elm327 usb that can do the above... any thoughts.. ?
Al.
what obd software ?
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Re: what obd software ?
You need to run INPA if you really want to see what your car is doing.
Re: what obd software ?
INPA should give you a view of the Camshaft sensor and what it is doing, don't think any of the other diagnostic apps will do it, my Engine Check and Dash Command systems don't show the sensor.
If you go for INPA get it with the Interface and software, going to need a decent Laptop, if you load all the software that comes with it.
The set up I have is this one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-DIAGNOSTI ... Sw3xJXnmn1
Alternative supplier for more money here
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-INPA-EDIA ... QP9FAnK69g
If you go for INPA get it with the Interface and software, going to need a decent Laptop, if you load all the software that comes with it.
The set up I have is this one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-DIAGNOSTI ... Sw3xJXnmn1
Alternative supplier for more money here
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-INPA-EDIA ... QP9FAnK69g
Colb
1999 BMW 1.8 Z3
2003 BMW 2.5 Z4
1998 Honda Deauville NT650V
1999 BMW 1.8 Z3
2003 BMW 2.5 Z4
1998 Honda Deauville NT650V
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Re: what obd software ?
Hi,
just had a look at that and seems its what i need... will look in to ordering it today...have tried scan xl and only certain sensors seem to show up on it...
thanks both
Al..
just had a look at that and seems its what i need... will look in to ordering it today...have tried scan xl and only certain sensors seem to show up on it...
thanks both
Al..
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Re: what obd software ?
Hi
Thinking of investing in an INPA system, 2001 2.2 will I need the under bonnet adaptor plug to get the full readouts ?
thanks for your help
Thinking of investing in an INPA system, 2001 2.2 will I need the under bonnet adaptor plug to get the full readouts ?
thanks for your help
Re: what obd software ?
Yes. AFAIAA the underdash OBDII port only lets you access the engine module on all Z3 models.andy & fonz wrote:Thinking of investing in an INPA system, 2001 2.2 will I need the under bonnet adaptor plug to get the full readouts ?
Cheers R.
Arctic Silver '99 Z3 1.9 & Black '59 Frogeye 1275cc
Re: what obd software ?
Yes you will need the round pin adapter, they sell the whole lot as a package.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Diagnosti ... 2224302716
My 1999 1.9 has the round under bonnet socket and the 16 pin OBD2 socket under the steering wheel, the 16pin socket only reads some of the engine module whereas the round pin accesses all modules.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Diagnosti ... 2224302716
My 1999 1.9 has the round under bonnet socket and the 16 pin OBD2 socket under the steering wheel, the 16pin socket only reads some of the engine module whereas the round pin accesses all modules.
Colb
1999 BMW 1.8 Z3
2003 BMW 2.5 Z4
1998 Honda Deauville NT650V
1999 BMW 1.8 Z3
2003 BMW 2.5 Z4
1998 Honda Deauville NT650V
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Re: what obd software ?
Thanks guys e bay here I come
andy
andy
Re: what obd software ?
Guys if any of you are near Wolverhampton you're welcome to plug in for free. My buddy and I share a laptop with INPA. Got obd 1 and 2 connectors. Just shout!
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Nice offer from Lewy if anyone is near to him, don't forget the Members with Diagnostic thread on here, worth checking if you don't have any kit or don't have the knowledge to do this sort of thing on your car could save you money rather that rely on having to use a garage to find out whats wrong. I'm in South Wales and always willing to plug my kit in.
Colb
1999 BMW 1.8 Z3
2003 BMW 2.5 Z4
1998 Honda Deauville NT650V
1999 BMW 1.8 Z3
2003 BMW 2.5 Z4
1998 Honda Deauville NT650V