Check/Clear Codes,Adaptations,Register New Battery. Free, No INPA/EDIABAS required. - Page 16 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

smooth1 · 01-03-2013, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Novemberr

smooth1, Great thanks for sharing this.
My E90's PD is 05/07. Can I use this application to register battery? What cable should I use?

Yes. K+DCAN.

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Originally Posted by tigermack

Is this the cable to get for a e90 pre lci 330i?

Up to 03/2007.

tigermack · 01-03-2013, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by smooth1

Up to 03/2007.

That cable in that particular link would work then, right? Just reading some reviews on it...

smooth1 · 01-03-2013, 02:14 PM

It'll work for vehicles up to 03/2007.

tigermack · 01-03-2013, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by smooth1

It'll work for vehicles up to 03/2007.

Ok great, thanks!

Justohigh · 01-04-2013, 08:57 PM

Does anyone know where I can get a k+dcan cable for my 9/07 build 335i? All the links say out of stock? Found some on eBay, but they are from china (don't want to wait 3+ weeks for it to come and want a cable that others have used and know it works properly).

left123 · 01-05-2013, 01:17 AM

Just read the entire thread (as should anyone else BEFORE posting) and ill reiterate the general sentiment of thank you OP. This could be a great resource (I currently have no need thankfully and have an 06 330i that appears to not require battery registration, plus I have a year of unregistered battery as working evidence. Lets hope it keeps it up.)

I can't help but read this and feel like I'm back at work (I work in a high school) where kids immediately throw up their hands without trying/reading directions. OP, you have demonstrated great patience by answering the exact same questions over and over (and over...). I suppose you stand to gain clients but nonetheless, I offer a bravo to you. I've learned a lot on these threads and appreciate people like yourself who support us car nuts.

smooth1 · 01-05-2013, 09:57 AM

Thank you very much. Running four businesses that all require me to handle support questions has really helped groom me into a position of patience. Sometimes it slips a bit, though.

Rollo` · 01-05-2013, 02:02 PM

Hey Smooth,

If you were able to automate some of the most common coding changes people make I guarantee you would sell thousands of copies of your software.

You should really consider it. I haven't used your software yet but I'm about to buy a cable for my old 330i and download it to read codes...thanks again for the free part.

badassfajita · 01-05-2013, 09:03 PM

While aH changes require re-programming, do differences in CCA as well? Based on what I've read in this thread, this Autozone battery has 150/2 + 16 = 91aH, which is pretty darn close to the 90aH (and thus would not require programming) in my 08 335i. However the CCA is 900 while OEM is only 720. Thanks in advance.

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=832331_0_0_

smooth1 · 01-05-2013, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rollo`

If you were able to automate some of the most common coding changes people make I guarantee you would sell thousands of copies of your software.

You should really consider it. I haven't used your software yet but I'm about to buy a cable for my old 330i and download it to read codes...thanks again for the free part.

I've given it some thought, but I have not made any decisions on where to go from here.

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Originally Posted by badassfajita

While aH changes require re-programming, do differences in CCA as well? Based on what I've read in this thread, this Autozone battery has 150/2 + 16 = 91aH, which is pretty darn close to the 90aH (and thus would not require programming) in my 08 335i. However the CCA is 900 while OEM is only 720. Thanks in advance.

I can't really help you with the coding. You may want to ask in the coding section of this forum. I think there's a few threads on that topic already.

Saintor · 01-08-2013, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Saintor

Guilty.

I read it but it was a long time ago. I had no trouble reading /clearing codes. However last Friday I changed my battery and I tried to register it with the same K-line cable (didn't work for me).

Needed to read codes since now after cylinders #2 and #4, it is now #5 that misfires.

However I tried once more to register my battery but in a different method. I inserted my key, pushed the start button but didn't not start the engine. This time, it told me that registering was successful.

*Donation made*.

smooth1 · 01-08-2013, 08:28 PM

Oh yes, the engine has to be off to clear codes or register a battery.

Thank you for the donation!

fun2drive · 01-10-2013, 07:28 PM

Smooth:
My 335 is 3/2007 man date. I tried my K+DCAN USB interface with key in pos 2. Nothing. I tried the jumpered version (previous version to K+DCAN) and nothing. My OBDII plug lights up in both cases but nothing happens using the BMWLogger. Not sure what I am doing wrong. I also tried it with the engine running and with the key inserted as I have comfort access so it doesn't need to be in the slot.
Thanks love what you have done but can't seem to get this going. SW hosted on a Dell D630 Win7

smooth1 · 01-10-2013, 08:16 PM

Jumpered version?

Anyway, K+DCAN will talk to older and newer so either your cable or your port is not working properly. Or you didn't actually follow the steps outlined in the video.

fun2drive · 01-10-2013, 08:25 PM

Well as an electrical engineer I think I followed the steps correctly and the older version of K+DCAN on some OBDII cables I have seen have a jumper that has to be attached to use pre 3/2007 versions.
I reloaded the sw and will try again but clearly there is no communication happening. Power is there but so far nothing else.
Will report back once I try this again reloading the software...

fun2drive · 01-10-2013, 10:46 PM

Reloaded software and works perfect.
Thanks

smooth1 · 01-11-2013, 12:26 AM

Good deal.

mthomas · 01-11-2013, 07:39 PM

Just to clarify, the 2006 330 does require battery registration, and the module is accessible with the BMW software and the Bav Tech tool. I have done it. For some reason this software does not communicate properly with this module. If you do not register the battery, nothing will blow up or otherwise destroy your vehicle, but the battery life may be shortened.

smooth1 · 01-12-2013, 12:51 AM

Actually this software sends the same command that the factory software does. I appreciate the input either way.

badassfajita · 01-19-2013, 01:12 PM

Need some help here--

Loaded up the software and plugged in the cable. Software found the cable and all looked well. When trying to retrieve codes, I received an error message - "Unable to contact DME. Please make sure it is properly powered." or something very similar.

Any ideas? I've tried with the key in with electrical power on as well as with the engine running. There is an orange light on the K+DCAN cable that lights on but turns off when the error message returns.

Question-- Do I need to upload the software that came on the CD? Or is the windows driver good enough?

**EDIT - I saw from earlier posts that this could mean the cable is bad? I contacted the vendor to ask for a replacement. Here is what I purchased--it looks identical to the amazon one, though that is sold out.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=380531426207

DUI Elite · 01-19-2013, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by smooth1

follow these steps:
1. Never touch the brake pedal & leave the key inserted the entire time
2. Insert key and push START Button
3. Press and HOLD accelerator pedal for 30 seconds.
4. WITHOUT RELEASING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, push the START Button (remember without touching the brake, so the car doesn't really start yet.)
5. Release accelerator pedal
6. Wait 30 seconds
7. Start car normally

what does this do?

smooth1 · 01-19-2013, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by badassfajita

Need some help here--

Loaded up the software and plugged in the cable. Software found the cable and all looked well. When trying to retrieve codes, I received an error message - "Unable to contact DME. Please make sure it is properly powered." or something very similar.

Any ideas? I've tried with the key in with electrical power on as well as with the engine running. There is an orange light on the K+DCAN cable that lights on but turns off when the error message returns.

Question-- Do I need to upload the software that came on the CD? Or is the windows driver good enough?

**EDIT - I saw from earlier posts that this could mean the cable is bad? I contacted the vendor to ask for a replacement. Here is what I purchased--it looks identical to the amazon one, though that is sold out.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=380531426207

There are few vehicles that this software can't connect to, so you likely have a problem somewhere down the line. If your cable shows up in the software then it's not driver related.

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Originally Posted by DUI Elite

what does this do?

Read the line above those steps. The one you cutoff in your quote. It tells you exactly what it's for.

01-05-2013, 01:17 AM	#336
left123 Private First Class Drives: TiAg 330i 6MT ZSP beauty Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: DC area Posts: 122 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 bmw 330i [5.00]	Just read the entire thread (as should anyone else BEFORE posting) and ill reiterate the general sentiment of thank you OP. This could be a great resource (I currently have no need thankfully and have an 06 330i that appears to not require battery registration, plus I have a year of unregistered battery as working evidence. Lets hope it keeps it up.) I can't help but read this and feel like I'm back at work (I work in a high school) where kids immediately throw up their hands without trying/reading directions. OP, you have demonstrated great patience by answering the exact same questions over and over (and over...). I suppose you stand to gain clients but nonetheless, I offer a bravo to you. I've learned a lot on these threads and appreciate people like yourself who support us car nuts. __________________ 06 330i \|\| TiAg \|\| OEM 162's \|\| 6MT \|\| zHP shifter \|\| redline oils \|\|vacuumed \|\| waxed BMWCCA Member #474774 DIY Service Completed:Engine Coolant Flush+Battery Replacement (no registration!)+Rear Differential Fluid +Manual Transmission Fluid+Engine Oil Change+Front Control Arm/Tension Strut upgrade (my own written DIY)+Power Steering Flush+Ignition Coil Replacement

01-19-2013, 01:12 PM	#350
badassfajita Private First Class Drives: 2008 e92 335i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 193 iTrader: (0)	Need some help here-- Loaded up the software and plugged in the cable. Software found the cable and all looked well. When trying to retrieve codes, I received an error message - "Unable to contact DME. Please make sure it is properly powered." or something very similar. Any ideas? I've tried with the key in with electrical power on as well as with the engine running. There is an orange light on the K+DCAN cable that lights on but turns off when the error message returns. Question-- Do I need to upload the software that came on the CD? Or is the windows driver good enough? *EDIT - I saw from earlier posts that this could mean the cable is bad? I contacted the vendor to ask for a replacement. Here is what I purchased--it looks identical to the amazon one, though that is sold out. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=380531426207 Last edited by badassfajita; 01-19-2013 at 02:37 PM.*

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01-03-2013, 02:14 PM	#333
smooth1 Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 288 iTrader: (0)	It'll work for vehicles up to 03/2007.

01-04-2013, 08:57 PM	#335
Justohigh Enlisted Member Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 32 iTrader: (0)	Does anyone know where I can get a k+dcan cable for my 9/07 build 335i? All the links say out of stock? Found some on eBay, but they are from china (don't want to wait 3+ weeks for it to come and want a cable that others have used and know it works properly).

01-05-2013, 09:57 AM	#337
smooth1 Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 288 iTrader: (0)	Thank you very much. Running four businesses that all require me to handle support questions has really helped groom me into a position of patience. Sometimes it slips a bit, though.

01-05-2013, 02:02 PM	#338
Rollo` Second Lieutenant Drives: 2009 328i Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: US Posts: 222 iTrader: (1)	Hey Smooth, If you were able to automate some of the most common coding changes people make I guarantee you would sell thousands of copies of your software. You should really consider it. I haven't used your software yet but I'm about to buy a cable for my old 330i and download it to read codes...thanks again for the free part.

01-05-2013, 09:03 PM	#339
badassfajita Private First Class Drives: 2008 e92 335i Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 193 iTrader: (0)	While aH changes require re-programming, do differences in CCA as well? Based on what I've read in this thread, this Autozone battery has 150/2 + 16 = 91aH, which is pretty darn close to the 90aH (and thus would not require programming) in my 08 335i. However the CCA is 900 while OEM is only 720. Thanks in advance. http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...er=832331_0_0_

01-08-2013, 08:28 PM	#342
smooth1 Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 288 iTrader: (0)	Oh yes, the engine has to be off to clear codes or register a battery. Thank you for the donation!

01-10-2013, 07:28 PM	#343
fun2drive BMWCCA 149159 Drives: E93 335 Vert E36 M3/4 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 380 iTrader: (1)	Smooth: My 335 is 3/2007 man date. I tried my K+DCAN USB interface with key in pos 2. Nothing. I tried the jumpered version (previous version to K+DCAN) and nothing. My OBDII plug lights up in both cases but nothing happens using the BMWLogger. Not sure what I am doing wrong. I also tried it with the engine running and with the key inserted as I have comfort access so it doesn't need to be in the slot. Thanks love what you have done but can't seem to get this going. SW hosted on a Dell D630 Win7

01-10-2013, 08:16 PM	#344
smooth1 Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 288 iTrader: (0)	Jumpered version? Anyway, K+DCAN will talk to older and newer so either your cable or your port is not working properly. Or you didn't actually follow the steps outlined in the video.

01-10-2013, 08:25 PM	#345
fun2drive BMWCCA 149159 Drives: E93 335 Vert E36 M3/4 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 380 iTrader: (1)	Well as an electrical engineer I think I followed the steps correctly and the older version of K+DCAN on some OBDII cables I have seen have a jumper that has to be attached to use pre 3/2007 versions. I reloaded the sw and will try again but clearly there is no communication happening. Power is there but so far nothing else. Will report back once I try this again reloading the software...

01-10-2013, 10:46 PM	#346
fun2drive BMWCCA 149159 Drives: E93 335 Vert E36 M3/4 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 380 iTrader: (1)	Reloaded software and works perfect. Thanks

01-11-2013, 12:26 AM	#347
smooth1 Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 288 iTrader: (0)	Good deal.

01-11-2013, 07:39 PM	#348
mthomas Private First Class Drives: 2006 330xi Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: lNorth Shore, Lake Tahoe Posts: 141 iTrader: (0)	Just to clarify, the 2006 330 does require battery registration, and the module is accessible with the BMW software and the Bav Tech tool. I have done it. For some reason this software does not communicate properly with this module. If you do not register the battery, nothing will blow up or otherwise destroy your vehicle, but the battery life may be shortened.

01-12-2013, 12:51 AM	#349
smooth1 Second Lieutenant Drives: E90 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 288 iTrader: (0)	Actually this software sends the same command that the factory software does. I appreciate the input either way.