Top 5 BMW Scan Tools

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FOXWELL NT510 Elite Scan Tool fit for BMW Scanner Full Diagnostic Tool OBD2 Scanner, All System Bi-Directional Control Code Reader with All Reset Services, Battery Registration Tool fit for BMW Mini
AUTOPHIX BMW Diagnostic Scanner Tool ,Enhanced BMW 7910 Multi-System OBD2 Scanner Auto Fault Code Reader with Battery Registration for All BMW After 1996
AUTOPHIX 7810 BMW Full-Systems OBD2 Scanner Code Reader Diagnostic Scan Tool with Engine/EPB/SAS/EGS/DME/DDE/CBS/ECU/F Chassis Reset BMW Battery Registration Tool (Upgrade Version)
Creator C501 Code Reader C501 V7.7 Scan Tool Multi-System Scanner for BMW & OBDII/EOBD Support Multi-Language Diagnostic Scan Tool
Creator C310 OBD2 Diagnostic Scanner Tool for BMW,Multi-System Code Reader with EPB Engine Oil Reset
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FOXWELL NT510 Elite Reset Scan Tool for BMW
AUTOPHIX 7910 BMW Diagnostic Scanner Tool
AUTOPHIX 7810 BM Scan Automotive
Creator C501 Code Reader C501 V7.7 Scan Tool
Creator C310 Plus V11.7 C310+ Code Scanner
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FOXWELL
AUTOPHIXz
AUTOPHIX
Creator
Creator
for BMW
1987-2019
1998-2019
1998-2019
1996-2019
2001-2017
Customer Rating
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Price
$189.99
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$62.99
Preivew
FOXWELL NT510 Elite Scan Tool fit for BMW Scanner Full Diagnostic Tool OBD2 Scanner, All System Bi-Directional Control Code Reader with All Reset Services, Battery Registration Tool fit for BMW Mini
Title
FOXWELL NT510 Elite Reset Scan Tool for BMW
Brand
FOXWELL
for BMW
1987-2019
Customer Rating
-
Prime Benefits
Price
$189.99
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Preivew
AUTOPHIX BMW Diagnostic Scanner Tool ,Enhanced BMW 7910 Multi-System OBD2 Scanner Auto Fault Code Reader with Battery Registration for All BMW After 1996
Title
AUTOPHIX 7910 BMW Diagnostic Scanner Tool
Brand
AUTOPHIXz
for BMW
1998-2019
Customer Rating
-
Prime Benefits
-
Price
Price not available
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Preivew
AUTOPHIX 7810 BMW Full-Systems OBD2 Scanner Code Reader Diagnostic Scan Tool with Engine/EPB/SAS/EGS/DME/DDE/CBS/ECU/F Chassis Reset BMW Battery Registration Tool (Upgrade Version)
Title
AUTOPHIX 7810 BM Scan Automotive
Brand
AUTOPHIX
for BMW
1998-2019
Customer Rating
-
Prime Benefits
-
Price
Price not available
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Preivew
Creator C501 Code Reader C501 V7.7 Scan Tool Multi-System Scanner for BMW & OBDII/EOBD Support Multi-Language Diagnostic Scan Tool
Title
Creator C501 Code Reader C501 V7.7 Scan Tool
Brand
Creator
for BMW
1996-2019
Customer Rating
-
Prime Benefits
-
Price
Price not available
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Preivew
Creator C310 OBD2 Diagnostic Scanner Tool for BMW,Multi-System Code Reader with EPB Engine Oil Reset
Title
Creator C310 Plus V11.7 C310+ Code Scanner
Brand
Creator
for BMW
2001-2017
Customer Rating
-
Prime Benefits
Price
$62.99
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Top 5 BMW Scan Tools

All About BMW Scan Tools (INPA, BMW Scanner 1.4)

BMW Scan Tool FAQ

What is a scan tool?

A scan tool is a complex electronic device serving for inspecting the condition of the car’s electric system and modules. The scanners differ by their construction and functionality. The basic models allow checking the condition of the main modules (e.g. the board computer, fuel system, engine, etc.) and show different kinds of errors.

The more advanced models can perform the detailed diagnostics showing the particular sensor or operation failing. These mini-computers receive the input signals and send the output ones removing the programming mistakes and, in some cases, tweaking the system parameters.

The car scanners can be universal fitting many car models, but usually, they perform a limited diagnostics. For reprogramming, the professional tools with the enhanced (usually brand specific, as with the BMW scan tool) software are required.

How to use a scan tool?

1. Spot the diagnostic connector. Ensure the ignition is off and hook the scan tool to the connector.
2. Activate the ignition to power up the scanner tool. In some car models, the board computer might require specific information, e.g. a VIN code, a year of manufacture, etc.
3. Wait for the scanner to check the system and show the results. 
4. Interpret the results. With the entry-level scanner, you’ll need to search for the code meaning and interpret it. The more developed scan tools might indicate the problem zone at once. Still, further research and physical checking of the problem zone is necessary in most cases. 
5. Clear the trouble data so that you’ll have the updated information during the next check.

How to check trouble codes without a scan tool?

For the cars produced after the year 1995, try the following methods:

– Turn the engine off. Activate and deactivate the ignition several times until the hazard icons (“Service” or “Engine check”) will light on the dashboard. Count the number of  the light pulses. The pause means another digit will be shown next.
– Reset the car’s odometer and press the buttons together, turning on and off the ignition at the same time (the end position is “ON”). Release the odometer buttons, upon which the codes should appear on the odometer table.
– Plug in the Bluetooth OBD adaptor into the diagnostic port and install the diagnostic app on your smartphone or laptop. Turn on the car engine and connect it to the adaptor. The app interface usually shows all necessary information including the trouble codes.

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