OBD2 Diagnostic Tools

I wirte up this topix about how to coding DME for BMW F30 335xi after engine repalcement.

To fix car I decided to replace engine. I bought a new engine with all equipment (including DME) from “Authorized BMW disassembling facility” and everything is mounted in the car. Only gearbox from old engine was mounted to the new engine. The engine is pretty new with only 7km on dash.

The old DME engine

The new DME engine:

Both DME looks exactly the same, but numbers on them are different.

Now I want to start the car.
I connected to the car with Rheingold and received few errors from DME:
1F2108 DME, incorrect data record: Variant monitoring
1F2601 DME, encoding: Missing
1F2604 DME, encoding: Vehicle identification number wrong

Ps. 1F2108 DME, incorrect data record: Variant monitoring in details:
Fault description:
The diagnosis monitors the software variants between CAS and DME.
Fault monitoring conditions: The fault is detected whenever the software variants fail to match one another.
Action in service: Continue troubleshooting at following control unit:
-CAS.
-Reprogram and encode the DME.

With the situation above, i was confused to do anything. Then post a thread on a forum. People answered me as follows. Put questions and answers here, hope they will help someone out also.

How to align the DME to the car ?

Use abritus and ista-p.

Is the error “1F2108 DME” mean that I need to flash DME ?
You must reencode DME with E-sys and if car still not start you must move ISN data from old ecu and do sync with ISTA/D.

Should i BUY bmw explorer / ecu explorer?

you will need to buy ECU explorer not BMW explorer

I heard that when there is sync issue the engine will not try to start.

When I try to start the car the engine cranks.
Is this means that sync between DME an CAS is not the issue ?

In Esys I noticed that DME lack of CAFD. Is this could cause the engine to not starting ?

In esys click on “DME2 [12]” than click on “Detect CAF…” than choose CAF file and code DME, but you will still have to synch ISN number CAS-DME to start engine.

Several modules with your ISN and VIN must match up internally to start the car, you may be able to get the trans into neutral and power to the ignition to crank, but if you don’t have the EKPS (electronic fuel pump module in F3X, idk the F10 equivalent) matching up with the DME and the gearbox module the fuel will never flow and then you can crank all day but never start because the fuel pump is disabled.

Is it possible to code the old DME for controlling turbo by wire ?

It sounds like you are trying to convert a PWG car to EWG. The 2 are incompatible and I have not found any instance of anyone being successful with such a swap yet. Your case is different since your changing so many components but it has not been done yet to my knowledge.

How the type (PWG and EWG) is represented in FA??

It is not compatible for original and replaced DME

1: You have to read out DME VIN from replaced engine. Use BMW explore or ECU explore to change VIN and sync DME_-CAS.

2: Check read out VINs type key. Use BMW ENET E-sys to change original FA’s type key->save it.

3: Load modified FA to caculate swfl, cafd…and flash it.

BTW you must use replaced engine wire harness and all parts.

http://www.obdii365.com/producttags/bmw-icom-next.html

 http://blog.obdii365.com/2017/11/03/kess-v2-slave-or-master-original-or-clone/

BMW F-series coding software E-sys is able to work with BMW ICOM emulator and ENET cable. Here’s simple guide to set up BMW ICOM A2 for E-sys software.

With ICOM A2/ICOM Next, you connect via ICOM. You will need to lock IP with program like EasyConnect or Itool Radar.

With BMW ENET cable, you connect via VIN.

BMW ICOM Setting for E-sys:

1)Run ISTA-D and check ICOM IP (mine is slight different of windows IP 169.254.55.70)
Properly itoolradar will do the same.

2) Run easyconnect
Type: REMOTE
IP: 169.254.55.83 (edit file ip_db.txt and add IP)
Mode: OBD_ab625
ICOM Lock
Check

3) Run e-sys
Connect via ICOM/Ethernet (tcp://169.254.55.83:50160)

(click to enlarge images).

With ICOM, you can certainly try with ISTA+ to see if you get a different IP to lock with Itool Radar.

For ENET,

• Make sure motor is running if car is not on a Charger.
• Third party Security Suites (Antivirus / Firewall / etc) are disabled
• LAN Adapter is set for DHCP and not using a Static IP.
• The Target Connection Window should not be blank (It should show multiple target connections for different chassis’)

http://www.obdii365.com/producttags/bmw-icom-next.html

Let’s check the PCB, adapter and capabilities of Orange 5 original and clone.

Outlook:

Left: Original

Right: Clone

Package:

OEM Orange 5 (clone) : Blue board and adapters

Original Orange5: Green board and adapters

Clone comes with software CD cause software is not able to download and update

Original does not with CD, you can download it on official website scorpio-lk.com.

Orange5 original comes with more adapters

PCB layouts:

Performance:

Orange5 original of course runs faster and works more. How does Orange5 clone work?

Let’s see some customer unbiased reviews/test report:

1)

I buy Orange5 china clone. Work great. Now i check in hc05b8, hc11e9, end eproms. All read and write very fast.

I have never had any problems with clone, everything works as it should, knock on wood.
I don’t know is there any scripts but softwares for immo,radio and dash coming together with clone.

2)
On Hc908az60 secured it work’s good.
I have 4 secured mcu, and they work ok.
I have tried 68hc11, allot of eproms, and it work’s just perfect.
I don’t have right now anithing else.

Clone but includes – Immo HPX 9V0
confirmed that oem orange 5 comes with immo hpx 9.0 and adapter set

3)
I have clone and work perfect.

2j74y ok
35080 ok
Tms immo opel ok
Hc05 immo old vw ok

4)
I have Orange 5 clone and everything works perfect for now.
I tested with 1J35D,4J74Y,1D69J,0D69J,0F82B,3K91D,TMS370c702

5)
OEM clone seem work good after report from some users. Just need rework solder points on Moto adapter.

I am not aware of a clone Orange 5 yet. But if it says not updatable then it must be a clone. Original ones are sold by Chinese sellers as well. Prices can vary depending on the bundled software.

6)
i have this Orange5 clone and work everytime with him. not work car radio option.i think isn’t bad clone and not expansive.

7)
I have just bought orange 5 programmer and all seems to work well happy

I got fed up with my genuine upa usb s programmer which didn’t seem to want to read anything, it went through the motions and said success reading a load of zeros gavel

Straight out of the box this Orange 5 clone read and write eproms 95640 and 95P08C3 in circuit no problem with no errors, but I had to make sure that my connections to the chip via test clip were all good and then tool work like charm nerd

I think I like it so far.

8)
I have it for a long time and for now everything is working properly.
One of the few clones that works well and works as an original.
So far its reading and writing (with verify) all eeproms i try. Good tool so far.
Some adapters are not supplied and must be purchased separately Adapters should be resolder for sure but it isn’t so bad ,at all
The main point orange 5 clone isn’t so bad as clones can be.
Good investment for sure .

9)
I like PIN checking function (test insertions) very much .It saved my job a lot of time.
In combination with my UPA -S ,carprog ,and TL866 a lot of job can be done successfully .

Great programmer. All that is stated works. If the speed of exchange is not important, you can do a lot. Many good calculators.

BTW:

Orange5 original price: US$1,299

Orange 5 clone price:  US$179

You make your choice.

https://eobd21.wordpress.com/2017/11/02/original-orange5-vs-clone-orange-5-pcb-layout/

Have search info for a few days ago because I want to learn about how to set myself up with truck diagnostic/programming software and the proper tools to do my own work.

Topic: Looking for a good truck performance programmer

Purpose:
I want to be able to read codes on our trucks, address check engine lights, abd lights and whatever else.

Changing parameters would also be nice to do.
Truck:

We have 5 trucks. 3 of mine all have series 60. From ddec 2 up to ddec 4. He has an isx and an Acert. Our trucks are kenworth, Peterbilt and a intl 9200. Would also like cab side on those.
Budget:

I think a $4-500 one should fit the bill.

(Am I able to find everything I need rather than paying some company $4-5k for a tough book and some programming?)

Diagnostic tools looking for trucks:

I have seen a nexiq also the new nexiq USB link 2 and a drewlinq. I think they all serve the same purpose?

Recommendation for hookup: (credits to Samsquantch84)

Laptop: You can pick up a used Lenovo T410 on the web for like $200. They are durable laptops not the best battery life. but get one that has an i5 processor. They are more than fast enough. If you get a laptop that is a little under powered it makes the programs run slow which is really annoying for doing diagnostics. They are pretty rugged laptops.

Equipment: Definitely the best solution is to buy an authentic Nexiq usb link one or two. But if within your budget, a good Nexiq clone of high quality (now called VXTRUCK) should be OK. It’s $200 around. I have to tell you, you need have luck with Chine clone coz you may have nothing but issues with the clone. Go to a good man of his word to trust.

The only real difference between the old one and the new one is the two is that the usb link two supports newer vehicles like ghg17. You probably won’t need it.

Also be careful buying one online unless it is a reputable source. There are some really good looking clones available that are deceiving. obdii365.com is a supplier of the HQ Nexiq and has great support so that is the only source I recommend. I have used it to program a new chip. Success.

Software: As far as software goes. Find Detroit DDDL, Cat ET 2017, Cummins insite 8.1 and you should be good to go. All are easy to get for free from forums or other place.  Also, have a try with crack versions tested by professionals. If you start getting into new Pete’s or kenworth’s like 2012’s(my date’s might be alittle off) and up paccar esa might be handy as well. It connects to the body controller side and allows you to control things like if you install led headlights in a truck that had incandescent you have to change a setting in the cecu for it to work. Also keep learning. There is so much help and information available on this forum from some of the right people. you will learn who they are. Congrats on trying to better your self. and if you have any questions just ask. International uses diamond logic build for the cab side. It’s not the most user friendly software, just like their trucks, who in their right minds uses straight thread o-ring to push to connect air fittings…errrrrr. Also you can go on

quickserve.cummins.com and register for a free limited owners plan which gives you access to parts and service manuals for up to 5 engine serial numbers for free. and dependent on your peterbilt and kenworth dealers you can register with them your vin numbers to a fleet e-cat. It gives you access to look up your vin numbers and view wiring diagrams. It can come in handy.

Ps. Here heavy duty truck diagnostic tool & software:

http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/trucks-heavy-duty-scanners/

Post it here and hope i can help someone also.

http://blog.obdii365.com/2017/10/29/which-tool-is-best-for-truck-diagnostic-programming/

Question before entering:
I have a 2003 XC90 ECM that I need to clone or renew a used unit.

I have xprog, upa, and galletto

Very new to this, only used galletto so far

Can someone instruct me?

Solution:
Read eeprom from the original and write to the donor. or exchange eeprom.
if it does not have to be eeprom 5p08 or 95160.
Try to find marked as 5p08 to identify the immo eeprom which is to be read.

xprog and upa usb programmer great read eeprom 5p08 . solder eeprom

Try look under ST chip, the last one … it read and write just fine!

Result:
Quick update. Read the original ECM eeprom, loaded on to donor eeprom with UPA USB programmer.
Soldered eeprom to donor ECM. Vehicle started.

Note: If have ECM software faults.
Had to do ECM reload with Volvo VIDA software.
Car is running great now!

Hope it helps!

Here comes another new SBB key programmer: 2017 Super SBB2 key programmer machine. So, is it any good and anything update? Read the chart of “2017 Super SBB2 vs Silca SBB”.

	Super SBB2 key programmer	Silca clone SBB key programmer
Image
Price	159 usd	79 usd
Language	English	English/    Italian/German/French/Spanish/Greek/ Portuguese/Turkish/Russian
Protocol	SAE-J1850 PWM, SAE-J1850 VPW, KWP2000, ISO-9141, CANBUS, SINGLE CAN	CAN BUS, etc.
IMMO	Yes	Yes
OBD	Yes	Yes
Eeprom adater	Yes	NO
BMS reset	Yes	NO
EPB	Yes	NO
EPS	Yes	NO
TPMS	Yes	NO
Mileage correction	Yes	NO
Maintenance reset	Yes	NO
TPS	Yes	NO
Car list	Cars up to the 2017 year    Super SBB2 Car List	Cars & trucks before the 2008 year    SBB V33.02 Car List pdf

2017 Super SBB2 key programming features:

1. New keys programming;
2. Reads keys from immobilizer’s memory;
3. New immobilizer programming;
4. New ECU programming;
5. New mechanical key number programming;
6. Vehicle Identification Number programming;
7. Reset ECU& reset immobilizer;
8. Easy to operate by the guided menu programming;
9. New remote controller programming;
10. Immo PINCODE reader;

11. Special Functions: Odometer Correction, EPB Electronic Park Brake, EPS, TPS

OBDII: OBDII V20.80 for diagnose

BMS REEST: V18.13

Electronic Park Brak: V22.71

TPMS: V19.20

TPS: V27.66

Silca SBB key programming features:

1. Reading keys from immobilizer’s memory
   2. Deactivating keys no longer in the car owner’s possession
   3. Operation by means of a menu guided programming
   4. Programming new remote controls
   5. Software with full database containing all the most important vehicle makes

www.obdii365.com

http://blog.obdii365.com/2017/10/24/super-sbb2-vs-sbb-clone-key-programmer/

Question before entering:

I have a Toyota with d4d engine 2.2d 177hp 
Which tool can read and write 

Solution:

kess v2 5.017 write it on CAN Line

But you have to do an original because you can't read it

New Ktag clone should do it on bench in Jtag.

X17 official web and write it without problem by OBD or by pinout.

But only in CAN LINE and some think in Kline but you have to buy or build an adapter.

Ktag v7.020 CN clone and eu clone works for me fine 

ps.

here are parts of Toyota diesel ECUs that Kess v2 v4.036 ksuite supported.

Finally installed ISSI RAM on the Bluetooth VAS 5054A board. As someone suggested, chip quick made it easier to remove. If you have no previous soldering experience then i would suggest not to touch it.
My ISSI RAM chips are also made in Taiwan like the samsung 5v 10ns chips. Probably from the same manufacturer

Hard to say about RAM.But there is a dimple on the bottom side corner.I think its not that easy to manufacture fake but working RAM chips.If we take example of other chips like TJAT or OKI,fake chips don’t work at all.If SAMSUNG RAM is working,then i think it should be okay.But “Who knows”….
I heard that chips or products coming from Taiwan, generally are of good quality.

TJA1050 is High Speed

TJA1054A is Low Speed (can be replaced with newer TJA1055)
I removed fake TJA1054,OKI from my Vas5054a head. AU5780A was already missing from it

I did some bench-marking today.
I have 2 vas5054a heads now.
A) with 3.3v,70ns RAM,Non AMB module under a amb2300 shield with genuine looking ceramic antenna.
B)now with ISSIS 5v 10ns RAM with genuine AMB2300 module.
My findings:
With USB connection: B is ~4 secs faster than A in displaying control module list using odis-S 4.2.2 from the moment i click start diagnosis.

With bluetooth connection: A is ~14 secs faster than B. For some reason third party bluetooth is faster than the genuine amb2300. Third party module has a better signal strength too..With A i can easily connect my car(parked in my garage) from my living room but with B(genuine amb2300,i could not.

Also don’t know what they did, A can take PDU updates and downgrades like a genuine one with no problem despite being non AMB. It even works with newer ODIS-E 7.2. Only draw back is i can’t change buzzer and power down settings with it. But signal and speed wise, it’s better than genuine AMB.

Interesting observations. I used it strictly as a Passthru device for Mercedes

I have noticed that on the BMW side, the clone ICOM has faster bootup than my genuine ICOMs, and I was never sure why.
Speaking of passthru, yesterday I used the VAS5054a on a Sprinter and it worked perfectly fine with DAS.

http://blog.obdii365.com/2017/10/19/vas-5054a-rework-runs-faster/

1. with the amount of different tablets obdstar and xtool are releasing I wouldn’t buy any of them.

2. This one looks very good though, i know what you are saying, but on my x100 pro, my first 3 jobs paid for it!, not much alternative. because the tool works goodPs. the way that i look at it the tool worth one A100 module!

3. I got the basic configuration of x300 dp, then I upgraded to the full version, update for $199

4. by all accounts its the dogs doodahs on anything Honda including rematching ecu after flat battery, and as it includes all the green units F100 to F109 it seems to have a lot of token free coverage including it claims Toyota G and H reset, if just 70% of the claimed coverage works then its a lot of programmer for the money and paid for and in profit after half a dozen jobs.
   its one of those units that may or may not be top draw but is easy to get payback on

5. I am going to buy it in a few weeks time, at the Mechanex show in Dubai, hopefully cheaper, and a good chance to talk to the supplier. will post when I have it. I don’t know about H and G type, but I have used X100 pro on Honda Crv, pcm matching, after flat battery, the annoying thing is only accepting 15/16 digit Vin(cant remember), not 17 digit, but it worked. Although I bought my x100 pro 2 years ago, I can still update mine, strange!

6. they have released a green unit for Toyota G and H chip resetting, they claim that this as well as all the green units are on the x300 dp, what works and what does not will at some point be another thread i imagine as is the norm.
   those i’ve spoke to that have it are very happy with it, has its fails but successes too.
   when i look at the new truecode Ford ftc4 and PSA pin reading release it has same coverage exactly as last update on the x300 dp and green units, though i’d trust chris more than a chinese tool as he at leasts tests his releases prior to release, and isn’t greedy.

7. i have the g-scan tab, great addition to the arsenal.
   I’ve ordered an OBDSTAR x300 dp, mainly for Honda token free and for the f100 to f109 units coverage, i spoke to them at length on it before ordering, i made it clear i was looking at buying either all 9 green units or the x300 dp, or id buy the x300 dp and any green units not covered on it, they assured me id be wasting my money buying both as all green units included on x300 dp, so i’ve ordered one which will be here later in week.
   i have it in writing that key master dp includes all functions on green units, so we will see, if the case the cost of this unit will have paid back in 5 days once i receive it as have some nice jobs booked in that it can be tried on, if it works its paid back straight away.

8. the green stand alone units, F100, F101, F102,F103, F104, F105, F106, F107, F108, F109.
   a lot rave over the ford/mazda unit, nissan unit, suzuki unit and psa unit. just released toyota g and h unit as well as others
   i got g-scan tab from hickleys, blinding kit, gonna get some use this one

9. It’s excellent on Honda, including rematching ecu and immo after flat battery, paid for itself on these alone, i’ve done odd new model Fords that other kit has struggled with, Honda its excellent, late Ford its good, been reliable on Hyundai and Kia though i use Gscan on these now, Mazda its very good on. its bailed me out when mainstream units have failed. it has its issues but has paid its way many times over for me.

10. I can reset G-key with Obdstar, not H-key.
    Programming H-key in Virgin box works fine.
    For smart H reset, i use Tango.
    These are European types.

11. Toyota Prado 2008 add spare key ok, had to reset immo.

12. Ford Mondeo 2005 add key: failed, erase key: failed(Ford Mazda before 2008, best is T300.
    All new programmer have bad support for older car)

http://blog.obdii365.com/2017/10/16/obdstar-x300-dp-review-success-failures/

What’s the difference of EDC17C46 OBD reading by MPPS V18 & Kess V2 master? Look here:

With Kess v2:

You can write boot readout or frf->bin file with kess obd, but you need to choose correct protocol. Kess will automatically do tprot patch in this procedure. But you need to know what you are doing. Checksum correction from alientech is sometimes a little bit poor if you change something outside map area. But if you fail and have made full bootmode readout before you can recover ecu…

With kess v2 v4.036 firmware with update board work 100% on this ecu. tested from me Friday. all ok!

With kess v5.017 eu version, I read the file via bootmode tricore and wanted to upload the same original file by obd and get the message: file corrupted or not correct
 

With MPPS V18 ECU Flashing cable:

you can make with Mpps the bootfile OBD-enabled and then write OBD. The same option should also be possible with KTAG. Have not yet tried to write the OBD-Mpps file with Kess via OBD. With Mpps, 100%

But i recommend you’d better have it via BOOT mode.

With MPPS v18, read and write 17c46 in boot mode. No issues!

How to use MPPS V18 to read/write EDC17C46 through BOOT:

You need to take the ECU apart and connect resistors etc to the circuit board

(kess v2 or ktag don’t need resistor for this ecu. But personally, I do not recommend you to write with Kess clone, Ktag smoothly)

Only in bootmode for ecu with Tprot.
Even if you would read-it, then you can’t write-it.
So, open-it and go with the resistors.
It surely is the only way for you.

You can only check TP level this way. Put ecu in boot mode if you wanna read write

In sum, it’s kind of dangerous, no matter with which tool.

http://blog.obdii365.com/2017/10/12/mpps-and-kess-obd-read-edc17c46-difference/

Question: Can Schwaben Tool/Foxwell NT510 scan tool code injectors on BMW models?

A1:

Yes, just did mine yesterday with it, very easy and intuitive to use as it guides you through the process.

Q2: Can this engage the fuel pump? Does it have any specific modules for the N57/M57 diesel engines?
A2: Yes and Yes

Q3: Can you reset air bags?
A3: I’ve been successful on an E53 and E90 (employee cars).

Q4: Can someone confirm if it can properly bleed the ABS lines?

A4:  yes it was doing something mechanically. So I guess you would keep pressing 1 to bleed the system out.

Q5: Can Foxwell NT510 BMW register battery?

A5: Yes, confirmed. You can check step-by-step guide here: BMW battery registration with Foxwell NT510

Q6: Can someone confirm if it codes battery not just register?

A6: It only registers the battery

ECS Schwaben Tool or Foxwell NT510 multi-system scanner:

Injector Coding confirmed
Vehicle Service confirmed
Coil reset adaptation confirmed
Battery registration confirmed
E-Brake retraction confirmed

I was very surprised their was a ignition coil re-calibration (LVS) functionwhen when changing coils. Interesting.

Injectors can also be recoded or recalibrated.

Couple of pics

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