However, the download links to the latest software is becoming harder to find. What you see below is taken from and is free information online. Again, you absolutely need to either have a dedicated Windows XP SP3 computer, or you can have a windows 7, 8, or 10 computer, 32 or 64bit machine is fine, as long as you have a virtual machine set-up as I documented above in stage 1. I would like to take some time to guide you through the detailed installation. This is where things become more complicated…and for good reason. This is mandatory and complements your stage 2 upgrade of INPA/EDIABAS/WinKFP/NCS…etc. The DVD comes with a VM (Virtual Machine) application for this to be installed on a Windows XP SP3 tunnel. This typically comes in one or two DVD’s and can be found on ebay for anywhere from $10-$15.

Electronic wiring diagrams and connector view guides that complement the Wiring Diagrams. These are the old PDF’s for all BMW’s made in the 80’s/90’s & early 00’s. Comes with exploded diagrams for a detailed analysis of all parts.ĮTM – Electronic Troubleshooting Manuals. Now includes PRICES as well, something that was not included in earlier versions.

Fully interactive and user-friendly! There’ll be another blog post on how to navigate through these wiring diagrams specifically.ĮTK/EPC – “Parts Catalog” (Covers 1982-2013): The most detailed and extensive BMW parts catalog on the Internet. From components to pins to connectors and much more. All major and minor service and repair instructions included. The most detailed, comprehensive step-by-step procedures, explanations, and pictorial diagrams from bumper to bumper you will ever see. Go on Ebay and buy yourself a BMW service repair workshop manual including TIS/WDS/ETK/EPC/ETM. This is nothing more than acquiring wiring diagrams, parts catalogue, which can also be found at and TIS, which is step-by-step instructions for basic and more complex repairs to yoru BMW. The second stage is actual code reading through INPA, EDIABAS, WinKFP with a FT232RL cable. All things that do NOT integrate with a car through OBDII.

The first stage is getting your computer setup with the basics, including a virtual machine with Windows XP SP3 which includes the wiring diagrams, technical information, and parts catalogue. To help the community, I’d like to break this information up into 2 stages. As I search through the forums, I see so many people struggle and get confused with what is what, how to install, problems during installation, connectivity issues, driver issues, or simply don’t understand or become overwhelmed by the amount of information. It’s funny how seemingly intimidating this can be. I’d like to introduce you to a comprehensive write-up on how to become a BMW specialized hobby-mechanic.

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