What usb cables on ebay are correct for E90

Ingeniator · 12-07-2013, 01:51 PM

Looking to pick up a OBDII to USB cable for INPA/.../DIS you know what it's used for. Found a few options on eBay. I have a copy of the software package already. So I don't need that. I just want the best cable for my E90(335XI) May 07 build date. I'm in Canada so I'd prefer a Canada/US source with free shipping to Canada. I appreciate any help people can give.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/BMW-USB-OBD-D...ht_3879wt_1141
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/INPA-K-CAN-K-DCAN-Car-Diagnostic-tool-Cable-USB-Interface-Adaper-for-BMW-/181191299968?pt=US_Adapters&hash=item2a2fd7d380#ht _12807wt_1606

RedRaiderDavid · 12-12-2013, 10:33 AM

Trust me save yourself a headache and just buy the one from One Stop Electronics http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=480261
A few months ago I bought a cable from Amazon, it didn't work and I had to return it. I just bit the bullet and bought the recommended cable and it works fine.

e90Mark · 12-12-2013, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Ingeniator

Looking to pick up a OBDII to USB cable for INPA/.../DIS you know what it's used for. Found a few options on eBay. I have a copy of the software package already. So I don't need that. I just want the best cable for my E90(335XI) May 07 build date. I'm in Canada so I'd prefer a Canada/US source with free shipping to Canada. I appreciate any help people can give.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/BMW-USB-OBD-D...ht_3879wt_1141
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/INPA-K-CAN-K-DCAN-Car-Diagnostic-tool-Cable-USB-Interface-Adaper-for-BMW-/181191299968?pt=US_Adapters&hash=item2a2fd7d380#ht _12807wt_1606

I've seen the second one used here a lot. I'm looking at one that's very similar.

dazealex · 12-13-2013, 09:13 AM

Guys, I need to add a code to my 2006 325i to show MPH in the middle LCD area. I have to import the car from Canada to the US, and the dealers are telling me approx. $2000 to replace the entire cluster.

If I buy the cable, will it be relatively easy for me to figure out how to do this or am I better off replacing the instrument cluster? It's an old car now, and spending $2000 seems like a waste.

I found a guy on Craig's list that claims he can do it for $20 per code, but when I approached him personally, he said that he won't do it until I pay for at least $200 worth of codes.

Icon5585 · 12-13-2013, 10:22 AM

Anybody purchased/used this one? They have 571 sold

http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-BMW-INPA...771085&vxp=mtr

RedRaiderDavid · 12-13-2013, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by dazealex

Guys, I need to add a code to my 2006 325i to show MPH in the middle LCD area. I have to import the car from Canada to the US, and the dealers are telling me approx. $2000 to replace the entire cluster.

If I buy the cable, will it be relatively easy for me to figure out how to do this or am I better off replacing the instrument cluster? It's an old car now, and spending $2000 seems like a waste.

I found a guy on Craig's list that claims he can do it for $20 per code, but when I approached him personally, he said that he won't do it until I pay for at least $200 worth of codes.

I wouldn't trust anyone from Craigslist to put air in my tires. I got a cable 2 days ago and the first night I coded digital speedo, programmed and registered a new battery. Last night I coded to use my angel eyes and driving lights as daytime running lights, driving lights come on with lights automatically (essentially they are on all the time). My doors now unlock automatically when I turn off the car (I have comfort access and it always annoyed me they would lock but not unlock), and I have DVD in motion. DVD in motion was the hardest but it still wasn't hard, just more steps.
Is it hard? No, you just have to pay attention to what you are doing, there are many excellent step by step guides. The hardest part for me was getting the software to work on my windows 8, 64 bit laptop. If you are the type that is afraid to install software on your computer or you take it to the shop or call someone every time something goes wrong, and your computer is slow because it is loaded with bloatware and you can't figure out how to get rid of it then coding is probably not for you. Its something for people who are comfortable tinkering.
If you decide to get a cable spend the time while your waiting on it reading, and then reading some more. Also I recommend downloading all the software you can get, even if you think you already have it. If you get a bad copy it might take a while to locate and download another one.

e90Mark · 12-13-2013, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Icon5585

Anybody purchased/used this one? They have 571 sold

http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-BMW-INPA...771085&vxp=mtr

I've seen that one for sale on here plenty of times. Seems like it would work.

Icon5585 · 12-14-2013, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by e90Mark

I've seen that one for sale on here plenty of times. Seems like it would work.

Thanks e90Mark, just ordered one

eezeekial · 12-23-2013, 04:49 PM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251189778558

All the software you need comes with this. The seller is super helpful and will even use teamviewer to help you out if you have any problems getting the software to talk to your car.

nate5ks · 12-23-2013, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by eezeekial

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251189778558

All the software you need comes with this. The seller is super helpful and will even use teamviewer to help you out if you have any problems getting the software to talk to your car.

That is a kcan cable though, his car is too new for it. He needs a k+dcan

Ingeniator · 12-23-2013, 04:58 PM

Thanks for all the help. I forgot about this. Wedge pointed me in the right direction the same day I posted this. Thanks though.

vanondemand · 12-26-2013, 03:20 AM

So which cable did you end up ordering ?

Ingeniator · 12-31-2013, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by vanondemand

So which cable did you end up ordering ?

Add out of toronto on Ebay. Shipped decently fast. The estimate was better than the drop ships from china. I'll try and find the link for you.

EDIT: This is an add by the same seller. I got it for 10$ cheaper though.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/K-CAN-K-DCAN-...p=mtr#ht_0wt_0

vanondemand · 12-31-2013, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Ingeniator

Add out of toronto on Ebay. Shipped decently fast. The estimate was better than the drop ships from china. I'll try and find the link for you.

EDIT: This is an add by the same seller. I got it for 10$ cheaper though.

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/K-CAN-K-DCAN-...p=mtr#ht_0wt_0

So did it work for coding?

Ingeniator · 12-31-2013, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by vanondemand

So did it work for coding?

It is recognised by inpa on my desktop. I'm still trying to get the software installed on my Edge Pro tablet. So I haven't tried to code the car yet sorry.

vanondemand · 01-06-2014, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Ingeniator

Quote:

Originally Posted by vanondemand

So did it work for coding?

It is recognised by inpa on my desktop. I'm still trying to get the software installed on my Edge Pro tablet. So I haven't tried to code the car yet sorry.

Please
Keep is updated

cband · 01-06-2014, 01:08 PM

Thanks guys!

I bought this cable:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/251401921926?...84.m1497.l2649

Works great with 32 bit INPA and NCSexpert on my window 7 (64 bit) laptop for my 2006 e90.

12-07-2013, 01:51 PM	#1
Ingeniator Major 34 Rep 1,093 Posts Drives: 07 335XI(90) 09 135I(82) Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Fort Mac, Alberta iTrader: (1)	What usb cables on ebay are correct for E90 Looking to pick up a OBDII to USB cable for INPA/.../DIS you know what it's used for. Found a few options on eBay. I have a copy of the software package already. So I don't need that. I just want the best cable for my E90(335XI) May 07 build date. I'm in Canada so I'd prefer a Canada/US source with free shipping to Canada. I appreciate any help people can give. http://www.ebay.ca/itm/BMW-USB-OBD-D...ht_3879wt_1141 http://www.ebay.ca/itm/INPA-K-CAN-K-DCAN-Car-Diagnostic-tool-Cable-USB-Interface-Adaper-for-BMW-/181191299968?pt=US_Adapters&hash=item2a2fd7d380#ht _12807wt_1606 __________________ 07 335XI (A008006) 6AT ~94K miles JB4 G5 ISO VSRF DP's 09 135I M (VK80379) 6MT. Race Project car. 1) Install Cobb/piggyback? and Motiv 600 Kit[HTA3076R w/ tial .82] 2) JRZ or Moton suspension. 3) Build high flow intake manifold with multi-port fuel and relocate OFH 4) Build full cage 5) Complete staged twin setup with HTA4205R [w/Tial 1.16] 6) Complete dry sump system
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RedRaiderDavid Private First Class 32 Rep 185 Posts Drives: 2017 X3 35i X Drive M Sport Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Fort Worth, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 328i [0.00]	Trust me save yourself a headache and just buy the one from One Stop Electronics http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=480261 A few months ago I bought a cable from Amazon, it didn't work and I had to return it. I just bit the bullet and bought the recommended cable and it works fine.
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12-13-2013, 09:13 AM	#4
dazealex New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: BMW 2006 325i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Aurora iTrader: (0)	Guys, I need to add a code to my 2006 325i to show MPH in the middle LCD area. I have to import the car from Canada to the US, and the dealers are telling me approx. $2000 to replace the entire cluster. If I buy the cable, will it be relatively easy for me to figure out how to do this or am I better off replacing the instrument cluster? It's an old car now, and spending $2000 seems like a waste. I found a guy on Craig's list that claims he can do it for $20 per code, but when I approached him personally, he said that he won't do it until I pay for at least $200 worth of codes.
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Icon5585 Private 5 Rep 89 Posts Drives: 2022 m340i Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Charleston, SC iTrader: (0)	Anybody purchased/used this one? They have 571 sold http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-BMW-INPA...771085&vxp=mtr
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12-23-2013, 04:49 PM	#9
eezeekial Private First Class 10 Rep 143 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Cajun Country iTrader: (1)	http://www.ebay.com/itm/251189778558 All the software you need comes with this. The seller is super helpful and will even use teamviewer to help you out if you have any problems getting the software to talk to your car.
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12-23-2013, 04:58 PM	#11
Ingeniator Major 34 Rep 1,093 Posts Drives: 07 335XI(90) 09 135I(82) Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Fort Mac, Alberta iTrader: (1)	Thanks for all the help. I forgot about this. Wedge pointed me in the right direction the same day I posted this. Thanks though. __________________ 07 335XI (A008006) 6AT ~94K miles JB4 G5 ISO VSRF DP's 09 135I M (VK80379) 6MT. Race Project car. 1) Install Cobb/piggyback? and Motiv 600 Kit[HTA3076R w/ tial .82] 2) JRZ or Moton suspension. 3) Build high flow intake manifold with multi-port fuel and relocate OFH 4) Build full cage 5) Complete staged twin setup with HTA4205R [w/Tial 1.16] 6) Complete dry sump system
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12-26-2013, 03:20 AM	#12
vanondemand Banned 46 Rep 659 Posts Drives: E92 335i M/T Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	So which cable did you end up ordering ?
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cband Private 3 Rep 76 Posts Drives: 330xi (2006) Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Northen USA iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys! I bought this cable: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/251401921926?...84.m1497.l2649 Works great with 32 bit INPA and NCSexpert on my window 7 (64 bit) laptop for my 2006 e90.
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