bimmer-tool vs OBD Fusion (Car Diagnostics) Usage & Stats

bimmer-tool allows to read & clear fault codes, request DPF regeneration, read engine live data and much more in BMW cars. Try bimmer-tool lite to see whether the app is compatible with your BMW and your OBD adapter. For cars below model year 2008 application functionality is limited and K+DCan USB cable connection is recommended. Wireless ELM adapter connection with cars below 2008 may not be possible or not all functions may be available. Important: This application requires a reliable OBD adapter. K+D-Can cable, ENET adapter (for F/G series) or below Bluetooth adapters are recommended: - Vgate vLinker MC/FS/BM/FD https://www.vgatemall.com/products/ - UniCarScan UCSI-2000/USCI-2100: Choose setting: D-Can mode: MODE2 https://www.wgsoft.de/shop/obd-2-komplettsysteme/unicarscan/114/unicarscan-ucsi-2000-diagnoseadapter https://www.bmdiag.co.uk/unicarscan-ucsi-2000-bluetooth-obd2-adapter - Carista https://caristaapp.com/adapter - Veepeak OBDCheck BLE https://www.veepeak.com/product/obdcheck-ble Application allows to: - read DPF regeneration status and detailed information - request DPF regeneration - reset DPF adaptation values (required after filter replacement) - read exhaust fumes pressure - read injectors adjustments - read actual and expected values for air mass, intake manifold pressure, fuel pressure - log data to CSV file for further analysis - register battery replacement (without changing battery properties) - reset lamps circuits blocked due to short-circuit error in E-series - reset oil/brakes service and change interval** Supported OBD adapters - K+D-Can USB: This is recommended and most reliable adapter. You will also need USB-OTG cable. - ENET cable/Wifi Adapter: recommended for F & G series. ENET cable connections you need additionally USB-C to Ethernet adapter. - ELM327 Bluetooth: Bluetooth connection may be slower than USB. Only genuine ELM327 or PIC18-based adapters will work. It may not work with older engines. More info below. - ELM327 WiFi: Like ELM Bluetooth connection may be less stable. On some devices mobile data transmission needs to be disabled to use WiFi adapter. If you have questions or need any help send me an email. You can find our address at the bottom of the page. Quick start 1) Connect adapter to OBD II socket 2) Turn ignition on 3) Connect adapter to your phone: * USB: Connect adapter to the phone using USB-OTG cable. Phone will ask which app to start - choose bimmer-tool app. * Bluetooth: Go to phone Bluetooth setting. Search for Bluetooth devices and pair the adapter with the phone (PIN is usually 0000 or 1234). * Wifi: Turn mobile data transmission off. Turn WiFi on and search for available WiFi networks. Connect the phone to the adapter's WiFi. 4) Start the app, go to 'Car' and choose model and year. 5) Go to 'Connection' and choose connection type, adapter type and communication protocol. 6) Tap 'Connect' button. **Limitations: For mlodels below 2008 and e46/e39/e83/e53 the app requires K+DCan cable connection and only engine ECU is supported. Connection using a wireless ELM adapter may not be possible. Common problems - Engine 'No response' error in cars up to 2007 and BT/Wifi adapter. If this error occurs from time to time, try selecting ATWM option under advanced connection settings. - No connection: If adapter & protocol settings are correct and app still cannot connect to the car try force stop all diagnostic applications in application manager (including bimmer-tool) or restart the phone and try to connect again. Why this app requires permissions? - Storage: required for USB adapters support - Photos / Media / Files: allows to create CSV files - Pair with Bluetooth devices/access Bluetooth settings: required for Bluetooth adapters support - Full network access: required for WiFi adapters support - Approximate location: Theoretically it is possible to find approximate location using Bluetooth, however this app does not read/use location.

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OBD Fusion (Car Diagnostics)

OBD Fusion is an app that allows you to read OBD2 vehicle data directly from your Android phone or tablet. You can clear your check engine light, read diagnostic trouble codes, estimate fuel economy and much more! OBD Fusion has a ton of features that are used by professional car mechanics, do-it-yourselfers, and users who want to monitor car data during day to day driving. Some of the features include customizable dashboards, real-time graphing of vehicle sensors, emission readiness status, data logging and exporting, oxygen sensor tests, Boost readout, and a full diagnostic report. Is your check engine light on? Do you want to monitor fuel economy and usage in your vehicle? Do you want cool looking gauges on your Android phone or tablet? If so, then OBD Fusion is the app for you! OBD Fusion is a vehicle diagnostics tool that connects to OBD-II and EOBD vehicles. Not sure if your vehicle is OBD-2, EOBD or JOBD compliant? See this page for more information: https://www.obdsoftware.net/support/knowledge-base/how-do-i-know-whether-my-vehicle-is-obd-ii-compliant/. OBD Fusion works with some JOBD compliant vehicles and in some cases requires modifications to the connection settings in the app. Please contact us for more information. You must have a compatible scan tool to use this software. For recommended scan tools, see our website https://www.obdsoftware.net/software/obdfusion. Please note that cheap ELM clone adapters can be unreliable. OBD Fusion can connect to any ELM 327 compatible adapter, but the cheap clone adapters tend to have slow refresh rates and might disconnect randomly. OBD Fusion for Android is brought to you by OCTech, LLC, the developers of TouchScan and OBDwiz for Windows and OBDLink for Android. Now you can get the same great features for your phone or tablet. OBD Fusion has the following features: • Android Auto support. Note that Android Auto does not support dashboard gauges. • Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes and your Check Engine Light (MIL/CEL) • Real-time dashboard display • Real-time graphing • Fuel economy MPG, MPG (UK), l/100km or km/l calculation • Create custom enhanced PIDs • Includes some built-in enhanced PIDs for GM vehicles including engine misfires, transmission temp, and oil temp. • Multiple trip meters for tracking fuel economy, fuel usage, EV energy economy, and distance • Customizable dashboards with fast dashboard switching • Log data to CSV format and export for viewing in any spreadsheet application • Display battery voltage • Display Engine Torque, Engine Power, Turbo Boost pressure, and air-to-fuel (A/F) ratio (vehicle must support the required PIDs) • Read freeze frame data • English, Imperial, and Metric units that are fully customizable • Over 250 supported PIDs • Displays vehicle information including VIN number and calibration ID • Emissions readiness for each US state • Oxygen Sensor Results (Mode $05) • On-board Monitoring Tests (Mode $06) • In-performance Tracking Counters (Mode $09) • Full diagnostic report that can be stored and emailed • Option to select the connected ECU • Built-in database of fault code definitions • Bluetooth, Bluetooth LE*, USB**, and Wi-Fi*** scan tool support • Available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Czech, Greek, Chinese, and Portuguese * Your Android device must have Bluetooth LE support. ** You must have a tablet with USB host support to connect using a USB device. Only FTDI USB devices are supported. *** Your Android device must support ad-hoc Wi-Fi connections to use a Wi-Fi adapter. OBD Fusion is a trademark of OCTech, LLC registered in the U.S.