[bmw] Code readers

[Matthew Zahorik <matt@xxxxxxxx>]

All:

  I need to read the codes from my E39. (ABS in particular)  I was going 
to do it at the dealer, but they want to charge a full hour ($83) of labor 
for the reading.  I think that's a bit much.

  What products exist to read fault codes?  Is there major functionality 
or  are there subsystems that are missing in the low-end code readers? 
(ie.  Do they just read the engine and skip the transmission and other 
systems?)

  I don't need something to reset oil and inspection lights.  That's 
easily done with a momentary short between pins trick.

  Alternatively, if anyone knows a place in the Albany, NY area that's 
willing to read codes for a more reasonable fee, say around $20, I'd be 
glad to go there.

  Software is an option, but the only package I've seen (CarSoft BMW) is 
pricey - I doubt I'll find it used in the sub-$200 range.

  Thanks!

- Matt
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