|
|
11-27-2022, 03:53 PM | #1 |
Registered
0
Rep 1
Posts |
Reliable OBD Scanner
Hey,
I've got a 2013 F10 535i and am looking for the most balanced option for diagnostics. I'm not too worried about the coding, I'm mainly looking for something that will help me diagnose anything that comes up on the dashboard or is wrong with the vehicle and also can register new batteries. I'm new to the BMW system and am trying to find the most viable option with least risks. I've been reading a bit on scanners and what I've come across the most is the foxwell NT510, but haven't found if it works with F series. Was hoping some of you might have some advice on options that are safe and reliable. I mainly want a handheld scanner btw but am open to other options. Also, I want to stay as cheap as possible. Thanks |
11-27-2022, 07:35 PM | #2 | |
Enlisted Member
28
Rep 34
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
1
jarsnjars0.00 |
11-28-2022, 12:10 AM | #3 |
Colonel
4920
Rep 2,965
Posts
Drives: 2006 BMW 330i MT
Join Date: Dec 2021
Location: SoCal
iTrader: (2)
Garage List 2006 BMW 330i [8.21]
2009 BMW 328i Touri ... [7.90] 2013 BMW X5 35i [7.63] 2011 BMW 528i [8.75] 2006 Mazda3 [5.50] |
Agreed, Foxwell works great! It reads and clears codes easily. Doesn't do intensive coding like ISTA does, but still a lot of features such battery registration and service resets. And user friendly.
|
Appreciate
1
jarsnjars0.00 |
11-28-2022, 05:15 AM | #4 |
Captain
372
Rep 639
Posts
Drives: 2016 Alpina B6, 2015 535i
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Florida
|
I've got the Foxwell scanner and keep it in the trunk for emergencies. I second the comment on user friendliness.
I also have ISTA on my laptop for troubleshooting the non-emergencies, because you know, I don't want to always have my laptop in my car. |
Appreciate
1
jarsnjars0.00 |
11-29-2022, 10:42 AM | #5 |
Private First Class
49
Rep 171
Posts |
I have autophix 7910 for two years now. It does the job. I also am not concerned about coding and this unit did the brake fluid ABS flush, battery registration, and some minor reset for me without any issues. It's half the price of the Foxwell when I bought it
|
Appreciate
0
|
12-05-2022, 11:28 PM | #6 |
Private First Class
21
Rep 168
Posts |
I have thinkscan it's the best tool I have ever bought and it be updated as needed and it scans quickly and u have lot of functions and it's same cost as foxwell
|
Appreciate
1
StradaRedlands4919.50 |
12-10-2022, 06:29 PM | #7 |
Second Lieutenant
289
Rep 232
Posts
Drives: 2015 BMW 535i M Sport
Join Date: Feb 2022
Location: Vancouver, WA
|
+1 for Foxwell
I have Bimnmerlink on my phone & OBD Bluetooth reader. It will read/clear all codes, register battery, read all sensor values, data log, and (my favorite feature) - allows me to have a dashboard set up so that anytime I want I can pull up a series of readings to check at a glance (such as coolant temp, transmission temp, engine oil pressure, boost pressure, battery voltage, etc). Can upload info in pdf format to the cloud or save to phone. Cost effective (~$35 for BimmerLink App + ~$80 for OBD Reader) Very convienent for me as I leave the OBD reader plugged in all the time (has a low power mode) and can access car info within moments. +1 to BimmerCode (the "sister" app that changes many common settings) The $35 for that App is worth it just to kill the Nag Screen at startup. Bonus for eliminating the constant seatbelt chiime. +1 to INPA & ISTA-D for any serious diagnostics (I've been slowly learning my way around those software programs) https://www.bimmerlink.app/ https://www.obdlink.com/products/obdlink-cx/ |
Appreciate
1
StradaRedlands4919.50 |
12-10-2022, 07:22 PM | #8 |
Captain
571
Rep 822
Posts |
Foxwell NT510 vs NT530
If you get the Foxwell, do not get the NT510 - you'll get comms issues with half of the monitoring functions on the F10 platform.
Pay a little more and get at least the Foxwell NT530. I use my NT530 on my Porsche 911-991 as well. It's the only way to reset the annual oil service indicator...I guess I could pay the dealer for a $400 oil change to do it and reset the indicator each year....hmmmm...no, the Foxwell works just fine. Last edited by M_Bimmer; 12-10-2022 at 09:20 PM.. |
Appreciate
2
LivNowPayL8r27.50 StradaRedlands4919.50 |
07-04-2023, 04:20 AM | #9 |
Registered
0
Rep 1
Posts |
What OBD scanner for F11 will do the job? - cost friendly
Hi Guys,
thanks for sharing all your scanners types and narratives behind. I am looking for scanner myself, but before I would like to make sure that I can read all sensors and I am struggling to find that in descriptions behind scanner on the web. (especially chassis sensors-air suspension height for left and right side incl. height) anyone have good suggestion? I am not really looking to code (i find it nice to have not must have) but I would like to be able to diagnose all by myself and do basic service myself too. |
Appreciate
0
|
07-04-2023, 09:51 AM | #10 |
Enlisted Member
30
Rep 38
Posts |
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|