No programming is required and the ISN is read in seconds.
Run MINI ACDP App
Select BMW module->DME ISN->BENCH Mode Read/Write DME ISN
Yanhua Mini ACDP released B48 & B58 ISN code reading & writing from DME on bench without opening DME shell. No need to drill the hole. Support all F/G chassis versions and all B48/B58 DME which chip model is (SPC5777/TC298TP).
No programming is required and the ISN is read in seconds.
Requirement:
Yanhua Mini ACDP host
ACDP BMW Key Programming license (if need to program new keys)
DME unit
Read B48 ISN from DME with Yanhua ACDP:
Connect B48/B58 Bench board interface to the DME unit
Shorten the CAN register on the OBP+ ICP adapter or the jumper cap to the “CAN-R-Join” port according to the marked position
Connect ACDP with OBP+ ICP adapter, interface board and DME as picture above
Run MINI ACDP App Select BMW module->DME ISN->BENCH Mode Read/Write DME ISN
Select Chassis
in Fxx, newly added B48 (MG1CS003), B48 (MG1CS201) and B58 (MG1CS003) DME types
In Gxx, newly added B47 (MD1CP002), B48 (MG1CS003), B57 (MD1CP002), B58 (MG1CS003) and N74 (MG1CS003) DME types
Here we take Fxx DME B48 (MG1CS201) for an example
Tip: You can press the Help menu to check wiring connection & instruction
Read ISN
Make sure ACDP Mini interface board and DME are well connected
Reading eeprom
Save eeprom
Uploading files
Auto saved file to default folder
Decrypting chip data
Confirm ISN and VIN
Read B48 ISN code success
Save data.
Test & Feedback:
Using ACDP to Read ISN of B48 dme of 2018 BMW 3 series F35 in few minutes!
Part 1: Why you or your mechanic has to have a PIWIS
A PIWIS is the factory developed diagnostic and repair tool. It stands for Porsche Integrated Workshop Information System. Porsche dealer technicians use this tool to perform a multitude of diagnostic and repair functions on your car. There are 3 generations of testers, the original which I believe can handle cars up to the 2014 model year, the PIWIS II which handles cars up to and including the 2017 model year and the current PIWIS III which handles all cars including the 2020 model year. Naturally if your car is under warranty, then you don’t need this tool. Let the dealer handle any issues that come up. However, if you have a Porsche which is off warranty, watch out, your dealer charges crazy high hourly rates, mine is currently at $269 an hour, and also charges you parts at full retail. Go to a dealer for a brake job, and he will quote you $4000. You can do it yourself for $600, $900 with factory parts. Need an O2 sensor changed? There are 4 on a Porsche and the dealer will quote you $1200 for one, and then will recommend that they be changed in pairs so now you are looking at $2,400. A quick lookup on Rockauto.com shows you can buy a Bosch OEM O2 sensor for $60. Luckily, the 02 sensor change does not require a PIWIS but the rear rotors do as many have discovered here after doing their brakes. As many of you have noted, you can only lease a PIWIS from Porsche if you are a member of their PPN. Porsche Partner Network. Your local shop can apply to become a member and then pay $18,000 for his tester for the first year and $12,000 a year after that. Very few shops will pay that to repair only one model of car. Luckily our friends in China have cloned the PIWIS. It’s a little buggy and wont update since you aren’t connected to the PPN but the Chinese have disabled the function which tells the interface tool to check with the factory to see if it is legit. What is it, it’s basically a pc with some added software and a special interface between the car and the PC The PIWIS II is a Vista based ( yikes) windows pc The Chinese have improved on it, adding an SSD and some have updated the OS to Windows 7 but I don’t recommend that version. The PIWIS III I haven’t seen yet so I don’t know if it is still a windows pc. Both version have a multimeter function built in but the Chinese version of the PIWIS II doesn’t ship with those cables. The PIWIS III has a built in multimeter and oscilloscope and the cables are included. You see the interface online for the PIWIS II for $369 but that doesn’t include the necessary software. Buy the entire device for $769 which includes a pc, software, interface and car connect cables. A PIWIS III sells for $1999 down from $6500 last year. Look at this web site as an example of how sophisticated the clone market is. You can’t tell the difference between a factory tool and a clone. Now why do you or your mechanic need one? Well here’s what you can do without one
Change spark plugs and ignition coils. (The engine module is self calibrating and will learn new parts automatically)
Change front rotors and pads Change switches, Change washers, wipers window motors, door locks Change most engine sensors Change your own oil (but you won’t be able to reset the service interval) Change differential oil Change battery (But you won’t be able to tell the car you changed it) Change bulbs
Here are some basic things that you can do that require a PIWIS
Change the rear rotors Change any suspension parts Change seat motors Change any control modules (There are 27 of them) All need to be coded with the VIN of the car Change the battery and record the change with the gateway module Reset the service interval
Change the PDK oil (you can actually do the PDK fluid change without the PIWIIS , well a simple fluid change, you might need it if you replace the PDK filter. the reason you might want a PIWIS for the fluid change is to monitor oil temperature. The V8 needs the oil to be a certain temperature for all the oil in the cooler to drain. The v6 wants a certain temperature to be hit behold you check the level in the top up procedure. In both cases you could likely run the car for ten miles to achieve the temperature).
Change headlight components that aren’t bulbs
Change clock spring ( will require codes which only the dealer can get but you can buy from the Chinese
Most importantly, as many of you have discovered, it is nearly impossible to diagnose repair issues without one. The Durametric device just doesn’t come close to providing the information you need and many of the error code labels it provides are simply wrong and will lead you changing parts that don’t need changing. At $769 which is less than 3 hours labor, you can see everything a dealer can see about your car. I have a 2 and I’m going to a 3. If anyone is interested, I can try to post a video of the PIWIS II. It has a simulation mode for training purposes which is helpful. There are 4 programs in the PIWIS, the diagnostic, which is the main program for service, a wiring diagram program, a fault finding program which I haven’t found to be useful running offline and the multimeter function.
If you can share one with a buddy or some Porsche meetup groups that would be ideal. My recommendation, don’t let anyone do repairs on your car that doesn’t have one. Here are some basic pictures
This is a Porsche PIWIS II which was originally on a Panasonic toughbook shown here
The menu options
This is the unit going into the diagnostic program and it shows a picture of the interface.
Parking brake module extended Identifications. This is where you can change the VIN on a used part or add it for a new part
Part 2: Why you need one piwis III instead of piwis II?
For the newest Porsche model after 2017 year (i.e 2018 Macan), requires piwis tester 3;
For the older Porsche model (i.e a 99 Boxster), don’t need the newest version, then piwis 2 is okay.
Question: As I’m researching this myself, given that you don’t have a model year that requires it, what is driving you to upgrade from piwis II, to piwis III? Is it just this: “The PIWIS III testerhas a built in multimeter and oscilloscope and the cables are included.”, or other factors that you can note here, for reference?
Reply:
I also have a 2018 Macan that requires the piwis3. I hope to help people in my community and I also plan to rebuild another. I’m excited my PIWIS III arrives tomorrow. I will review after I test it out. I have PSM module arriving Saturday that will need the module replacement procedure.
An interesting thing happened to me the other day. I had just received my PIWIS III and was going to use it to change out the PSM module and before I did I had it run a full diagnostic. At the time I didn’t realize that the unit was in development mode. My PIWIS 2 would only show one code, a faulty recirculation servomotor which I have struggled to physically change due to its location. When the diagnostic was complete two things happened; one I realized it was in development mode since all the responses were in German (in development mode the menus can be changed to English but the responses from the modules appear in German) And two there were more error codes. After having Google translate the German responses I discover that the b piller servomotors were mechanically jammed. It also found a fault in the brake light switch which was working properly. I switched the unit to after sales mode( the dealer mode) and those codes weren’t there Then I used the unit to monitor the servomotors in question. What I discovered was that they were indeed not moving from 0 to 100. After finally figuring out where they were located (under the front seats) I pulled one out and took it apart and the motor shaft was seized. Un seizing it didn’t do enough to fix it so I ordered 3(one for the recirc). Anyways the point is that developers mode not only tested the motors it tried to run them from stop to stop which normal mode does not. The brake light switch after checking the voltage while pressing on the switch was showing only 7 volts so it was partially shorted something else missed by the regular mode. If you have mysterious issues with no codes and have access to Porsche tester, try running it in development or engineering mode as it is sometimes called, and see if it reveals any new codes.
Question:
Do you know if it is possible to activate the rear DRL and the LED Matrix headlamps with the PIWIS III?
Answer:
activation codes are not included with the tester. You can add them if you have them but this is an online programming function and the dealer must pay Porsche for the options that he installed. When he sends a work order to Porsche he receives the activation codes then enters them into the PIWIS. Now there are some Russians who have hacked porches codes and will sell you an activation code for new options. I haven’t tried them but I did pay $125 for my original activation codes so I code reprogram a pcm and a new clock spring.
Question: PIWIS III clone or original, which one should i buy?
Answer:
I recall now that I encountered a Chinese PIWIS at a local “indy” shop. I had my Turbo in there in Sep. of 2019 to get new O2 sensors installed and the tech — recently from the local Porsche dealer I use — was there and after the sensors were replaced he grabbed what looked like a PIWIS but when I expressed surprise that an indy shop would own one he told me it wasn’t the real thing but a Chinese clone. He said it worked pretty good.
Question:
PIWIS Chinese knock-off is way too expensive for me and offers no online updates. Is it true?
Answer: No. It depends on where you buy one Piwis 3, this one comes with U disk update tool and allows user to update online:
Enjoy!
I purchased the Launch X431 Pro Mini off
This tool works on the 2020 Porsche Macan S (mine was built 14 Sept 2019, delivered 20 Dec 2019 – takes a while to get from Germany to Australia), I just proved it.
Mine came in a retail package with all the paperwork, part number/specific registration code, etc. via DHL in 5 days. I was able to register with the main company and I have 2 years of free updates…
I’ve actually updated the vehicle manufacturers software twice, so launch are obviously active in keeping up with new vehicle changes
This software is much more user friendly than VCDS, Durametric Pro, BMW Software (ISTA-P, NCS, BMW Standard Tools) which I have.
BTW, I tested the software on Kia Cerato(Forte5), Rio & Australian Holden Astra BK as well as the Porsche, & works perfectly on these brands as well.
I have done some research online and show you the differences among Launch X431 Pro Mini/Pros Mini / Diagun IV /V & V+ as seems some are interested. Summarizes it nicely. Hope will help you make a good decision.
Launch Diagun IV vs. Pro Mini:
Function: same
Diagun IV: looks like a mobile phone
Pro mini: looks like a tablet.
Price: Diagun IV is more cheaper than Pro mini.
Launch X431 V vs. X431 V+:
Function: same
Size: X431 V 8inch X431 V+ 10 inch
Price: X431 V is cheaper
Difference:
That’s no difference if you don’t have heavy truck diagnosis.
X431 V+ & HD model used for heavy truck diagnosis.
Launch X431 Pro Mini vs. Pros Mini:
No difference.
Launch X431 Diagun IV vs. Snap-On Verus vs. Autel:
Launch X431 Diagun IV has the full bidirectional control capability.
There is nothing the versus scan tool can do that the Diagun cannot.
Sometimes you need a power Arsenal.
Turn on time:
Snap on =1:21
Autel = 0:37
Launch = 0:16
Launch X431 Diagun IV:
Real similar a mobile phone
Not bad for the cost.
Best portable scan tool for auto technician and mobile mechanic!
Enjoy!
This article will keep collecting Iprog+ clone users test reports on what work and what not work.
Iprog clone Review 1:
Greetings … I bought several clones … more than half excellent and I could modify the calculators and it is super good … but other things that I buy really do not comply with what they offer for the cost, since in terms of dash and fujitsu for my concept works excellent you just have to have certain tips with pleasure I will contribute a lot on the subject IPROG + clones.
Iprog+ clone Review 2:
I have Iprog clone and i am really satisfied from it.
90% of dashboard and airbag calculations are good. Today I was made Mazda Airbag unit through OBD. It was Infineon XC2361-56F. GJR9-57K30B Read Clear Crash Clear errors Write All through OBD.
Iprog+ pro Review 3:
I’ve managed to read eeproms with Iprog clone, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Use the Eeprom adapter, pin #1 is where the lever is.
Iprog prog Review 4:
The entire board is covered, and this was tested on bench and in car. iProg still works good. Only script that i tested that does not work is the Hyundai Mobis script.
Review 5:
Today I tried to read VW Caddy with 908az60 processor via OBD and Kline. Both didn’t work. I read it with Carprog for 3sec. trough Kline.
I read it and i wrote it with Carprog on Bench trough Kline.
The SRS unit was 6Q0 909 605 AH-5WK43351. The correction of the file i made with AST
Iprog+ clone Review 6:
I bought iprog clone 4 months ago from china. After connecting to 12 volts, it burned. I bought another one to test what was wrong. Replace all SMD capacitors to 227 C and everything works and does not heat. The cause of burning OBD cable is also too small capacitor.
I connect my Iprog to 12 volts and it works. OBD cable also. in the photo I have marked the capacitors that should be replaced (the red marks ones have those that burn most often. those marked in green should be replaced with 22uf C or D capacitors, if you do not have smd capacitors, you can solder ordinary electrolytic capacitors. for example, figure 2 (how to replace 2 capacitors per one) in the OBD cable there is only one capacitor, it should also be replaced if it is 106 A or 477 A (A = 10 V) B = 12 V, C = 16 V. … 10 V and 12 V in the supply line is not enough for our precise Chinese power supplies Tolerance sometimes up to 15% especially those for half USD.
Iprog+ pro Review 7:
I just read and wrote this SRS Unit from a Volvo S80 with Iprog+.
It is P30798509 with Motorola 9S12XDT256.
Everything worked fine, but I had to lift Reset pin.
I read both Eеprom and Flash without any problems!
Iprog+ clone Review 8:
I read it with this adapter for Iprog+. When you choose to read MC9S12XDT256 from the menu, there is pinout! Only one different, that you need to lift RESET pin.
I connect only Gnd +5v Reset BKGD
Iprog+ clone Review 9:
This is my first iprog in the photo. Then I programmed it under 35 serial number.
He was still on two circuit boards. In the photo, for example, I programmed serial number 35
Iprog review 10
Isuzu Dmax 2010 all key lost done by Iprog+ clone
Iprog clone review 11:
I ordered one iprog clone, I can confirm that Iprog+ clone is working perfect on these keys: to reset a used Smartkey of Subaru Impreza (renew, make virgin), it is a DENSO 14ACA Type.
Iprog+ clone review 12:
Iprog clone masos for the drop of the car and the car box will be closed dpf egr evap car toyota and Lexus will make the car use the stand.
Iprog+ clone review 13:
My iprog+ clone can do good work.
Credits to one DK veteran.
Iprog+ clone review 14:
I have iprog Chinese clone and without problem clear all Toyota modules.
Iprog+ clone review 15:
Clearing of airbag ECU works though some parts is stuck in Russian.
Iprog+ clone review 16:
read pin code smartra3 hyundai h1 2012 bosh edc16–OK, Delphi not ok.
V.82 Ford Transit 2012 mileage correction OBD OK, by obd made this Ford.
I20 mileage obd ok.
Ford Focus mileage obd ok.
Iprog+ clone review 18:
Chevrolet captiva 2008r.mileage obd OK.
Airbag mazda 3 2016r.airbag infineon obd OK. Ford fusion USA dash spc mileage obd OK airbag infineon xc231 obd OK.
Ford mustang 2011 dash and airbag obd OK.
We connect with a obd cable.
To be continued…
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Car model and year: 2019 Toyota rav4
Purpose: looking for an aftermarket or OEM device that would allow me to pair my TPMS on my winter tires.
Advice:
Toyota uses a proprietary system, Honda, and Chrysler for example don’t and I understand if you install an unprogrammed module itself programs with those makes, I just updated the TPMS from some winter tires on a 17′ Rav4 to a 19′ Rav4 and the TPMS sensor had to come out and be placed in the TPMS programmer to accept the new car data, I looked for one to buy, read here somewhere someone bought one from Tire Rack, called them, they disagreed, they had nothing, so.
Find a friendly tire jobber and try your luck, I understand Toyota can do it, but then you have to reprogram every winter summer wheel switch.
Background:
After the TREAD Act was mandated in 2007, all vehicles manufactured in the United States beginning in 2008, must be installed with direct or indirect TPMS systems.
The Toyota RAV-4 is installed with a direct TPMS system, which means there are TPMS sensors in the wheel. If one or more tires indicate low tire pressure, the TPMS sensors will transfer the information to the vehicle’s ECU. An indicator light (low-line TPMS system) or each tire pressure will show on the dash (high-line TPMS system).
A TPMS relearn is recommended after a sensor replacement or tire rotation. When services are performed, such as a tire change or TPMS sensor replacement, in one or more tires of a Toyota RAV-4, a TPMS relearn must be performed to transfer the sensor information to the vehicle’s ECU.
Type of TPMS system:
Direct TPMS, sensors are installed in the wheel
Sensor Frequency:
315MHz
Type of TPMS tool required for TPMS reset:
Option 1: Techstream and mini VCI interface cable ($20-$30) on a laptop will work fine.
Techstream can program the car and is essentially free but not the easiest to use. It also has a ton of other uses (e.g. program key fobs).
Option 2: Autel MX-sensor TPMS sensors can be cloned to match the IDs of your existing sensors – no need to then program the car when swapping wheels. Sensors are ~$25 each, the programmer/reader is another $50. I am running this setup on a Lexus, Rav4.4 and a Nissan.
Video on how to diagnose and program TPMS sensor via Autel MaxiTPMS Tool:
Option 3: Carista Android/iOS app can program the car. I got mine for $40/lifetime but they since changed to subscription model ($9 per day IIRC). The good thing is that it is possible so likely someone else will come up with a cheaper alternative soon.
Vehicle model: Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2012
Scenario: All Keys Lost Key type: 5-button smart key What you need: Autel MaxiIM IM608 and XP400 programmer 2 smart keys Procedure: Read BCM data on bench mode (xp400 is required) Select Immo Status Scan Press Start button Connect USB cable and turn off bluetooth Read and erase error codes Click Key Learning "Keyless System (CAN)"->All smart keys lost Press Start button Turn ignition off Identify vehicle information Identify 00 number of key All smart keys were erased. Follow prompts to learn new smart keys. Put the learning smart key on your hand Press Unlock button of the smart key be learned for 1s within 5s. if the vehicle does not respond, try a few more times Learn 1st key succeed, learn next key Repeat process with second key Then click Finish. Test new smart keys. Done. http://www.obdii365.com/wholesale/autel-im608--key-programmer-apb112-GBOX2.html |
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