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Just need to set up the cable communications correctly.
#CODING BMW ISTA+ INSTALL#
The diagnostic software ISTA-D will self install via executable on the latest versions of Windows and doesn’t need virtual machines.
IMO ISTA Rheingold is just as easy to setup as INPA.
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View 3: ISTA is easy to setup but a lager to download I would be interested to try one of these VMs.įor basic diagnostic functionality that’s simple to install, you can’t go past Bavarian Technic. The ICOM emulator seems a little dodge but I guess if it works, it works.
I know there are VMs out there ready to go so may not be much of an issue. We all know ISTA is way better but needs a lot more work to get going. View 2: ISTA is better but need more work to get going The cost is the cable and the software is freely available. It is intuitive to use without guidance.īoth require a K-DCAN cable to interface the OBD port and can be installed directly on Windows. The Test Procedures are comprehensive and are in English. It has a modern GUI in English and multiple other languages. ISTA+ is the current Dealer level diagnostic and repair guide (including diagrams). While INPA can be set for English user interface, most of the Test Procedures, which can be difficult to find, are in German. INPA (interpreter for test procedures) is older factory floor diagnostic software. View 1: INPA is older while ISTA+ is current Newest BMW Rheingold ISTA-D ISTA-P Download ISTA+ and INPA can co-exist on the same machine with no problems.īasic diagnostics, coding, programming (ISTA-P)īoth require a K-DCAN cable to interface the OBD port and can be installed directly on Windows.īoth work with bmw icom, old or new ( ICOM A, ICOM A2, ICOM A3, ICOM Next) Much easier to get going despite the shitty menus, incomplete translation Requires some basic Windows installation knowledge It is a 10GB download size and requires 25GB installation space. It’s a write-up of opinions collection of “how to people think of INPA and ISTA+”.Ĭurrent Dealer level diagnostic and repair guide This cable is suitable for the following cars:
* Key Matching and Remote Control Programming * Programming of vehicle functions (inc retrofitting of items) * Read/Clear/Reset Fault codes and faults * Creation of Test Plans for Repairs/Upgrades/Updates * Apply Firmware & Software updates to your BMW * Auto Identify your vehicle number, Chassis, ECU etc
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The cable allows the auto detection of the vehicles ECU fitted and allows the full programming of vehicle functions that require ignition on/off as well as other functions. The same software is used by Dealers and BMW Specialist's to diagnose faults, programming, coding etc.
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This software will diagnose faults and tell you how to carry out the necessary repairs. This package contains everything you need to communicate to your BMW, as a dealer would in a workshop but allow you to do it using your own laptop and saving you on expensive dealer diagnostic fees.
This package includes x1 K+DCAN USB Interface - excluding 500GB Hard Drive This Software set allows full Module Coding, Programming and Diagnostics