Product Features
- Available for most BMWs built between 1987-2007 (back to 87 as "U" Configuration)
- Covers Diesel Models
- Displays all BMW-factory engine fault codes
- Allows you to do your own engine diagnostic! A big step up from "generic" code readers
- Resets the Engine light (AKA "Check Engine" or "Service Engine Soon")
- Resets the Oilservice and Inspection lights, and service mileage (does not reset CBS.)
- Very easy to use
- Includes instruction manual and code chart
- Includes protective storage case
FCX3 Compatibility Information:
The R5/FCX-3 line was designed to offer compatibility with most BMW models ranging from 1987 to 2000, however, there are a small number of known incompatibilities and bugs as follows:
Note: a dot dot (..) after the model number means any model beginning with.
- 1987 316.. (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 325 (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 325e (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 325es (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 535i/is (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 635.. (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 L6 (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 735.. (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987 L7 (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1988 M5 (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1988 528 (528 not compatible, 528e is compatible)
- 1988 535.. (service reset only, AB02 15 Pin adaptor required)
- 1987-1990 (1st generation, E30 M3s, made before 1991)
- Many 12 cylinder BMWs especially 87-92 (replacing of a single ECU often results in compatibility problems)
- Will not reset the CBS maintenance system found on the 745 and many 05+ models. (see below)
CBS stands for "Conditions Based Service": CBS has replaced the SI (oilservice / Inspection) system, becoming standard equipment on many models in 2005 and later. People often confuse the Oilservice and Inspection lights with the CBS system, however it is important to note that they are entirely different. Our tools will not reset the CBS maintenance lights. If you have a 2005 or later (or a 745 of any year) it is important to be able to tell them apart. The most notable difference between the CBS system and the SI (oilservice and inspection) system is the oil change reminder (CBS will say "oil") (SI will say "oilservice"). Other visible differences exist to help you tell CBS from SI: such as a more detailed listing of the maintenance that needs to be done: Where the SI system will simply say "Inspection", the CBS system will list detailed items on your dash, such as fluids, belts, etc...
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