Any recommendations for a nice scan tool for first Gen R53? Thanks...

 

How much do you want to do with it? The real cheap ones will scan the code but not reset, the middle road will scan/reset and the high ends will help to point you in the correct direction.

 

High end one would probably be more cost efficient. Thanks...

 

Schwaben BMW/MINI scan tool
It's $200 but you can reset codes and it gives detailed error codes.

 

The Bav technic is great as it gives you the real BMW info
https://www.waymotorworks.com/bavari...-software.html

 

The problem with this unit is that it's limited to one car.

 

Yep, And it will tell you which side the ABS/wheel speed sensor is bad, which is helpful. You can also test most lights and functions.

 

This is the unit I have, works very well.

 

Schwaben BMW/MINI scan tool is the one I will go with. Thanks ...

 

I've got the foxwell NT510 unit off of ebay with lifetime updates

 

Will the Schwaben do ac and heater functions too like check the auto ac?

 

Will the Schwaben do ac and heater functions too like check the auto ac?

 

I never tried to check these functions but, ECS Tuning would be able to answer this question.

 

I bought the Schwaben scanner from ECS a few years ago, works great for both my Mini's, reads and clears codes from every module where my Snap-on scanner can't.

The nice thing about the Schwaben scanner is it has lifetime updates, and I was able to download the program for the Chrysler vehicles as well for the wife's car.

The scanner takes a little bit of getting used to for all of it's features, for the price, I think it's worth it

Bryan

 

Ok is there only one model number? I see one for $200 is that the one?

 

I prefer this one:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Foxwell-NT5...72.m2749.l2649

It's an updated version of the Schwaben/NT510 tool with the same lifetime updates. I keep mine in the glovebox. Offer 135 and you should get it.

 

Mine is the model 510.....I bought it 3 years ago.....best to call ECS Tuning and talk with them abut which one to get for your budget

Bryan

 

ECS Tuning sells one model and when it goes on sale get one...

 

Thanks just ordered one

 

Used it on both of my BMW & Mini , to reset routine maintenance codes (oil, brakes & cabin filters) and saved hundreds that the dealership charges to clear codes. Checked ASC /DSC and scanned /re-calibrated steering angle sensor on the Mini after an alignment, which paid for itself the first time used.

 

Wow siunds like a very professional piece of equipment.

 

It is but, the owner's manual needs to be more detailed and ECS Tuning says they are working on it...

 

Agreed....the manual leaves a lot to be desired....I made mention of that about 3 years ago when I bought mine.....nothing ever came of it.....having worked with multiple brands of scanners over the years or working in the automotive field......I finally figured out a few things about the scanner that were never mentioned in the manual, but a "user friendly" manual needs to be printed for first time users and distributed with the scanner

Bryan

 

Does the shwaben read alternator output, transmission temperature and oil pressure?

 

Last time i checked it did this with my R58.