E38 model year 1999 has well-hidden OBD2 compliant port in a dash, in front of a gear lever.ĭCAN: Faster data transfer protocol for late OBD2 compliant E-series cars, like E9x. Use rounded adapter to connect K/DCAN cable to OBD1 diagnostic plug, like found on E36. A modern K/DCAN cable is compatible with both data transfer protocols. K-line or KCAN: Data transfer protocol for early OBD1 and OBD2 compliant cars, like late E36, E38 and E46. Specific rounded ADS cable is needed for late 1980’s cars up to 1995, typically for cars with M50 or M60 engines. INPA needs EDIABAS and appropriate cable to work.ĪDS Cable: Early data transfer protocol for EDIABAS. INPA: Factory level diagnosis tool developed by Bayerische Motoren Werke for E-series bimmers. ISTA+ can utilize EDIABIAS too for E-series, namely E9x. Let’s bust the myth, and explain this in layman’s terms.ĮDIABAS: The server program needed to establish a connection in between your car and INPA. Thus information is scattered around internet, it can be pretty difficult to understand which version and cable works in which series of a car. INPA is a great tool for bimmer enthusiast for diagnosing E-series.
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