Alternative to Carsoft

[dw_uk2000]

I have the following Cable Set (http://www.aeolus-online.com/catalog/pics/Bmw_Carsoft6__5_For_Auto_Maintenance.jpg) and the carsoft software.

Is there any freely available alternative software that can be used with this, I've heard of Inpa but can't find any links.

cheers

[danch]

I have the following Cable Set (http://www.aeolus-online.com/catalog/pics/Bmw_Carsoft6__5_For_Auto_Maintenance.jpg) and the carsoft software.

Is there any freely available alternative software that can be used with this, I've heard of Inpa but can't find any links.

cheers

Hi dw_uk2000,
I use INPA, which is a lighter version of GT1 used by BMW, I use this (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-BMW-INPA-EDIABAS-INTERFACE_W0QQitemZ290284849515QQcmdZViewItemQQptZ UK_Diagnostic_Tools_Equipment?hash=item29028484951 5&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1301|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A13 18) cableset and can check errors, reset errors on all the cars ecu's.

I have even used it when my dad locked his keys in the boot of his coupe to pop the boot as you can send commands to each of the cars systems.

It even gives you injector flow rates, MAF measurements etc.

Have found it invaluable, recently used it to diagnose 2 faulty injectors on the 330d

HTH

Dan

[dw_uk2000]

Thanks for that Dan, do you know where I can get a copy? Have tried the usual sources.

Have had the EML light show up a couple of times and carsoft hasn't really provided me with much information, would like to check it out first before taking it to an independent and possibly fix it myself.

Cheers Dan

[danch]

PM Sent

Dan

[JazzMan]

I'd like to know too please I've got an interface and some basic software for reading and clearing fault codes but I really like to be able to see / access more than that :)

[danch]

Jazzman,
You would need the leads posted above & the INPA/EDIABAS software;)
and ideally a laptop running Win 2000/XP with a serial port.

Dan

[JazzMan]

I take it these having something other than the basic wire connection it he box that make it work with the software then :)

[danch]

I take it these having something other than the basic wire connection it he box that make it work with the software then :)

Each piece of software requires different leads, I used PA Soft Scanner which used different leads again & required a black box.

Carsoft uses different leads again.

INPA has its own leads (as above) which as far as I am aware, which you need to use with the software.

Dan

[JazzMan]

Each piece of software requires different leads, I used PA Soft Scanner which used different leads again & required a black box.

Carsoft uses different leads again.

INPA has its own leads (as above) which as far as I am aware, which you need to use with the software.

Dan

Ah OK cool :) I might get a set of those leads see what I can do with them ;)

[danch]

Jazzman

PM Sent;)

Dan

[donut]

Can I get a PM with the inpa details too please :)

[gie0320]

Can I get a PM with the inpa details too please :)
me too please,

[mnathan]

LOL......Danch is going to get repetitive wrist strain soon......;)

Is there a manual for the INPA m8?

[danch]

Hi Guys,
Will pm you all the links when I have got it uploaded;)

Unfortunately there is not an instruction manual, but it is straight forward to use & I don't mind answering any questions;) :D

I have used it on :

E46 330d N57
E46 M3 S54
E87 1 Series 116
E46 320cd N47

Has worked everytime, have not tried it with any other variants as yet.

Dan

[KEV 328CI]

Dan, this may be a really dumb question but i take i will need more than just the leads in your post, I assume i will also need some kind of software to run it with :confused:
Do you know if will work with windows vista ?
One last one mate, will this be able to do things like tv on the move and lcm coding ?
Many thanks
KEV

[danch]

Dan, this may be a really dumb question but i take i will need more than just the leads in your post, I assume i will also need some kind of software to run it with :confused:
Do you know if will work with windows vista ?
One last one mate, will this be able to do things like tv on the move and lcm coding ?
Many thanks
KEV

You will need the leads & the software & a laptop with a serial port & XP/Win 2000, I cannot confirm if it runs on Vista....sorry:o

Dan

[danch]

You all have Pm's, it is loaded on my home server, I have a 832kb UP / 8Mb down connection, so if it seems slow, try a bit later, will be up there for the next few days;)

Dan

[m.a.r.k.]

Can I get a PM with the inpa details too please?

[danch]

Can I get a PM with the inpa details too please?

PM Sent

When you unzip it, read the text file which tells you how to get it setup;)

Dan

[m.a.r.k.]

PM Sent

When you unzip it, read the text file which tells you how to get it setup;)

Dan


Thanks Dan

Much Appreciated;)

Mark

[5MPH]

Hi mate, can you pm me the details as well. I'll be happy to host it for you as I have a 10mb up & down.

Gavin

[danch]

Hi mate, can you pm me the details as well. I'll be happy to host it for you as I have a 10mb up & down.

Gavin

Show off:p ...lol

Yeah will pm you with details, then if you can post your link up

Ta

Dan

[5MPH]

Here Kids Click me (http://212.74.62.12/inpa.zip)