[chipper1]

So this thing cant do simple code feature stuff like bulb check and tpms to read psi on the Idrive screen I cant seem to get a clear answer form anyone Ecs included? can anyone please help me out please this unit is worthless to me if it cant.

[9krpmrx8]

No it cannot.

[ECSTuning]

Originally Posted by chipper1

So this thing cant do simple code feature stuff like bulb check and tpms to read psi on the Idrive screen I cant seem to get a clear answer form anyone Ecs included? can anyone please help me out please this unit is worthless to me if it cant.

The Schwaben BMW/MINI tools is for diagnostics and maintenance not coding. For coding, I suggest a quality K+DCAN cable, laptop, and a good bit of software.

-James

[BimmerE30]

Originally Posted by jatc2016

Anyone notice the Foxwell NT520, google search and read this post: Foxwell NT520 full system + EPB +Oil, any difference with NT520

This is a response from Foxwell in regards to that question. Unless you own Benz, doesn't make much sense to go with the 520.

http://www.foxwelltool.com/wholesale...d-version.html

Hi,

If you have the NT510, there is no need to change NT520. Both are the same scanner, the difference is NT520 add Benz. Other car brands software and funcitons are the same.
You still can add extra brands to your NT510.

Best regards
Emilia

[e36power]

Anyone know if this tool can program the fuel pump control unit/module?

[Harleymarlboroman]

Foxwell support is no help. ECS is no help. Q&A and forums no help so far.
I can not figure out what menus to go through on my schwaben for BMW.
I have a new Footwell Module/Headlight Check Control Module and I need to be able to program it to the vehicle's odometer/VIN.
Could someone please walk me through this?
harleymarlboroman at cox.net

Thanks in advance.

This is all I can get from the owner's manual.
5.4 Coding and Programming NT510 allows for the coding and programing of a replacement control module or changing previously stored incorrect coding. Coding also known as Teach-in Program or Component Adaptation. It is the process of selecting and activating one program for a specific vehicle from a set of programs that the factory installed in the control module. This allows one control module to be used for different models, countries, and emission applications. Programming is the process of taking a blank control module and then adding the correct vehicle program to memory.

[mweisdorfer]

Originally Posted by Harleymarlboroman

Foxwell support is no help. ECS is no help. Q&A and forums no help so far.
I can not figure out what menus to go through on my schwaben for BMW.
I have a new Footwell Module/Headlight Check Control Module and I need to be able to program it to the vehicle's odometer/VIN.
Could someone please walk me through this?
harleymarlboroman at cox.net

Thanks in advance.

This is all I can get from the owner's manual.
5.4 Coding and Programming NT510 allows for the coding and programing of a replacement control module or changing previously stored incorrect coding. Coding also known as Teach-in Program or Component Adaptation. It is the process of selecting and activating one program for a specific vehicle from a set of programs that the factory installed in the control module. This allows one control module to be used for different models, countries, and emission applications. Programming is the process of taking a blank control module and then adding the correct vehicle program to memory.

The Foxwell/ Schwaben scan tool will not program an a new FRM module or a new headlight.

You will need software like Ista D & Ista P to do that level of programming etc.

[9krpmrx8]

^ This. What do you really expect from a $200.00 device?

[ziddak]

I've tried both the Schwaben/Foxwell NT 510 and the Icarsoft BMM V2.0 on my E90 to register a new battery. Both devices will register the battery as new, but neither has the option to change the amp hour value or type (AGM to Lead Acid) I have a 100 amp lead acid installed and the readout shows I have a 90ah AGM which must have come with the car. I am the second owner and the car had a lead acid battery in it when I bought it. I replaced the battery as it was over 3 years old and wanted to start fresh. Had I known what the car came with, I would have simply replaced it with an AGM. But I'm not tossing the battery I just bought. Thankfully I am not having any issues with starting and charging. I've checked the charging system to verify. I have a meter for this since I'm a retired auto tech.
I tried the icarsoft first and sent it back, then the Schwaben and sent it back too.
Both are nice hand held tools, but as others have commented, they are limited.
I'm considering the Protool by Bimmergeeks. I'm trying to find out it their app can handle the registration, amp hour and type when doing a battery.
Anyone with hands on info, please chime in.
I know one can buy a cable and instal INPA and the like, but I prefer a hand held device. Some say Carly can "code" a battery, but again anyone with hands on experience with Carly please chime in too.
thanks

[John 070]

Originally Posted by ziddak

I've tried both the Schwaben/Foxwell NT 510 and the Icarsoft BMM V2.0 on my E90 to register a new battery. Both devices will register the battery as new, but neither has the option to change the amp hour value or type (AGM to Lead Acid) I have a 100 amp lead acid installed and the readout shows I have a 90ah AGM which must have come with the car. I am the second owner and the car had a lead acid battery in it when I bought it. I replaced the battery as it was over 3 years old and wanted to start fresh. Had I known what the car came with, I would have simply replaced it with an AGM. But I'm not tossing the battery I just bought. Thankfully I am not having any issues with starting and charging. I've checked the charging system to verify. I have a meter for this since I'm a retired auto tech.
I tried the icarsoft first and sent it back, then the Schwaben and sent it back too.
Both are nice hand held tools, but as others have commented, they are limited.
I'm considering the Protool by Bimmergeeks. I'm trying to find out it their app can handle the registration, amp hour and type when doing a battery.
Anyone with hands on info, please chime in.
I know one can buy a cable and instal INPA and the like, but I prefer a hand held device. Some say Carly can "code" a battery, but again anyone with hands on experience with Carly please chime in too.
thanks

I thought that the M cars came with AGM, which are black. I know I looked into it i.e. switching from lead acid to AGM. AT the time, the dealer wanted $280 to replace the battery and program it. They said if I wanted AGM, it would be $450, because the car would then be coded as opposed to programmed--even they told me it's not worth it. So sounds like yours was switched to AGM at some point...

[ziddak]

Originally Posted by John 070

I thought that the M cars came with AGM, which are black. I know I looked into it i.e. switching from lead acid to AGM. AT the time, the dealer wanted $280 to replace the battery and program it. They said if I wanted AGM, it would be $450, because the car would then be coded as opposed to programmed--even they told me it's not worth it. So sounds like yours was switched to AGM at some point...

I agree, somewhere along the line (maybe with the first owner) the battery was swapped out. I don't know if there's a way using the VIN to find out what the car came with as original equipment? As I mentioned, when I bought is last spring from the second owner (he's a neighbor and bought the car several years ago as a "Certified Pre-owned" from local BMW dealer) He told me he has swapped out the battery a few years ago. At the time, I had no idea about the battery registration or coding. The battery that was in the car was a DuraCell Group 49 (H8) lead acid from Sams Club. According to the date sticker, it was around 4 years old. So I went to Sams and bought a new one! I researched and found it needed to be registered, so I bought the icarsoft scan tool which allowed me to simply register the battery. That tool did not have any provision to switch amp hours or type, so I sent it back. A few weeks ago I bought the Schwaben scanner from ECS which was on sale for $122 shipped. Nice tool, allowed me to scan for codes and check battery voltage and register it, but again no provision to change amp or type. The Schwaben gave a read out that my car has a 90ah AGM. That's how I found out I need to try something else. So far I've gotten a hint that the Protool from Bimmergeeks will do it all, but I'm waiting for them to answer my email before I buy it. Some folks on Bimmerfest say Carly can register a battery, but I've yet to find solid evidence that Carly can code the amp hours and type. The mystery continues.....
I will update here when I get a solid anwer.
Meanwhile, anyone with hands on experience with either Protool or Carly and Battery reg/coding please reply.
Thanks!

[ziddak]

Update on the Bimmergeeks ProTool. I received an email from the team over at Bimmergeeks and was told their tool can definitely handle the complete Battery registration and coding (change amp hr value and switch from AGM to Lead Acid) So I ordered the Blue tooth Protool adapter from them ($52) and downloaded the app (free) on my phone and tablet. Per the tech at Bimmergeeks, Once I receive the BT adapter and connect it to my phone or tablet, I can then purchase the diagnostic license $75 and a coding license $50 which will enable me to run diagnostics and coding for not only the battery, but a host of other things which are all listed on their web page. (bimmergeeks protool.com) Hopefully this set up will be as good as BMW Fanatic says when he promotes this on his you tube channel. I'll update when I get things up and running. I have another reason for buying this setup, as I want to run a scan on my car and document it's findings before I take the car in for the blower motor and pcv recall. I'm not very trusting of dealers, so I want a record of the way my car was before they get their hands on it. I plan to take pictures and complete a "check in sheet" with the SA at the time I drop it off. I want documentation as to the condition (interior and exterior) with photos, and paperwork outlining the condition, mileage and fuel. I also intend to discuss with the SA both procedures they are to do for the recall. I plan on checking over the car before I pick it up when the work is completed and will run a complete scan as well. Any irregularities will be brought to their attention before the car leaves their building. Having been involved in the trade my whole life, I know full well what can happen at a dealers service department. I'm hoping the precautions I'm taking will cover me in the event of a problem.

[Bimmer_Engineer]

Originally Posted by ziddak

Update on the Bimmergeeks ProTool. I received an email from the team over at Bimmergeeks and was told their tool can definitely handle the complete Battery registration and coding (change amp hr value and switch from AGM to Lead Acid) So I ordered the Blue tooth Protool adapter from them ($52) and downloaded the app (free) on my phone and tablet. Per the tech at Bimmergeeks, Once I receive the BT adapter and connect it to my phone or tablet, I can then purchase the diagnostic license $75 and a coding license $50 which will enable me to run diagnostics and coding for not only the battery, but a host of other things which are all listed on their web page. (bimmergeeks protool.com) Hopefully this set up will be as good as BMW Fanatic says when he promotes this on his you tube channel. I'll update when I get things up and running. I have another reason for buying this setup, as I want to run a scan on my car and document it's findings before I take the car in for the blower motor and pcv recall. I'm not very trusting of dealers, so I want a record of the way my car was before they get their hands on it. I plan to take pictures and complete a "check in sheet" with the SA at the time I drop it off. I want documentation as to the condition (interior and exterior) with photos, and paperwork outlining the condition, mileage and fuel. I also intend to discuss with the SA both procedures they are to do for the recall. I plan on checking over the car before I pick it up when the work is completed and will run a complete scan as well. Any irregularities will be brought to their attention before the car leaves their building. Having been involved in the trade my whole life, I know full well what can happen at a dealers service department. I'm hoping the precautions I'm taking will cover me in the event of a problem.

Good idea...when I dropped mine off for the blower motor it came back with leaking radiator hoses and a dent on the rear passenger 1/4 panel. Both of which were fixed eventually but a lesson learned for me...

[ziddak]

Originally Posted by Bimmer_Engineer

Good idea...when I dropped mine off for the blower motor it came back with leaking radiator hoses and a dent on the rear passenger 1/4 panel. Both of which were fixed eventually but a lesson learned for me...

I ran a high end body shop in So. Cal years ago. We specialized in BMW. We made sure to do a check in sheet with every car that came in for repairs. That cut out all the BS "That dent/scratch/burn hole in the seats" wasn't there when I dropped it off! I also ran a GM Service dept and has a few "techs" that were a little sloppy and caused some issues that we had to remedy.
Yeah, I've been around the block a few times and plan on saying so when I drop my car off for the recall. My car is in really nice condition and I want to keep it that way! Fingers crossed!!!

[793_e91]

Can anyone help me out? I just got a shwaben scanner and been trying to register my battery. I can access everything with the scanner but when i try to register the battery it cannot communicate. I can pull codes and everything but when it comes to any kind of coding it loses communication.

[runnr548]

I purchased the Schwaben Professional Scan Tool from ECS Tuning last year. I have four BMW's with four wheels, and it has been used on all of them. It saved enough USD's to pay for itself in the first two uses. It doesn't do everything, but it has been very useful. With free lifetime updates and the ability to use on other makes of car, for additional USD's, I think is was a good purchase for us. We also work on all of our cars, and a bit of work for select friends/family.

[mweisdorfer]

I have this tool. In retrospect, I'd get the foxwell version. That way I could add another brand of car to it for $60.00

[Reevofev]

I've used this scanner for personal repairs for over 10 years... has never been anything less than perfect. All the functionality you need unless you're getting super-advanced with the programming in which case it won't be enough (ISTA+ type stuff)

[runnr548]

Originally Posted by mweisdorfer

I have this tool. In retrospect, I'd get the foxwell version. That way I could add another brand of car to it for $60.00

Agreed 100%!