BMW Diagnosis & Coding: Foxwell NT510/520/530 or Carly

I picked up the Foxwell NT510 scanner for $140 off uobdii.com around 2 years ago and it’s great. It can’t code as well as Carly can but it gives a ton of useful info.

I don’t think there’s a good one stop shop if you’re interested in dealing with faults and coding.

I also have Carly. The Carly seems like a work in progress to me–the company while very responsive, seems like it’s still trying to figure stuff out. I’ve written to them multiple times about how to interpret or proceed based on something that did or didn’t happen after using their product. I know people swear by Carly, but I don’t care for it. Since I paid for it, I will still use it however.

From a diagnostics perspective, the NT-510 just seems like a more stable setup. I was in a situation where I needed reset the steering angle, which the Foxwell unit can do, but Carly cannot. So far, so good with regard to the Foxwell unit.

In my experience, I’d probably buy both Carly and an NT-510. If you use one versus and the other and are happy, that’s cool as well.

Take E90 on NT-510 (now it’s NT530).

NOTES: √ This function is supported. ○ This function is not supported. ※ This function may be supported, which depends on the actual condition of the vehicle. √ This function is the new feature in this version. As for special function please refer to the special function table.
Series	Model Series	Part	Systems	Ecu Info.	Read DTC	Freeze Frame	Erase DTC	Live Data	Component activation	Physical HW
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	MRS/AB Airbag/ACSM	√	√	√	√	√	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	AHM Trailer module	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	AMP Amplifier	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CA Comfort access system	√	√	√	√	√	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CAN communication analysis	√	√	√	○	○	○	○
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CCC-A Applications	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CCC-ANT Aerial tuner	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CCC-ASK Audio system controller	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CCC-BO User interface	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CCC-GW Gateway	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CDC CD Changer	√	√	√	√	○	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CIC Car Information Computer	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CIC-GW Gateway	√	√	√	√	○	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CID Central information display	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CNAV Navigation system,China	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CON Controller	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	CTM Convertible-top module	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	DAB Digital tuner	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	DWA anti-theft alarm system	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	FLA High Beam Assist	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	FRM footwell module	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	FRM2 footwell module 2	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	FZD Function centre,roof	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	IBOC Digital tuner US	√	√	√	√	√	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	IHKA Heater/automatic A/C control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	IHKR Heater and A/C control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	IHR Integrated heater control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	INSTR Instrument cluster	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	JBE Junction-box electronics	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	JBE2 Junction Box electronics	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	JNAV Navigation system,Japan	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	KNAV Navigation system,Korea	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	M-ASK-BO User interface	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	M-ASK-GW Gateway	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	M-ASK-NAV Navigation system	√	√	√	√	√	√	○
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	MOST system analysis	√	√	√	√	○	○	○
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	PDC Park distance control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	RAD Radio	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	RAD2-BO User interface	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	RAD2-GW Gateway	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	RLSS Rain/Light Solar Sensor	√	√	√	√	√	○	○
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	SDARS Satellite tuner	√	○	○	○	○	○	○
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	SHD Panorama glass sunroof
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	SINE Siren and tilt sensor	√	√	√	√	√	○	○
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	SMBF Seat module,passenger	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	SMFA Seat module,driver	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	TCU Telematic control unit	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	ULF Universal charging and hands- free	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	facility ULF-SBX Interface box	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	ULF-SBX-H Interface box High	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Body	VM Video Module	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	ABS/ASC/DSC Dynamic Stability Control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√

3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	ACC Active Cruise Control	√	√	√	√	○	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	AL active front steering(AFS70)	√	√	√	√	√	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	AL active steering	√	√	√	√	√	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	EDC Damper Control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	EPS Electronic Power Steering	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	LDM Longitudinal Dynamics Management	√	√	√	√	√	○	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Chassis	RDC Tyre pressure control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	CAS Car Access System	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	DME/DDE(Engine Electronics)	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	DKG Twin-clutch gearbox	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	EGS/AGS(Transmission Control)	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	EKPS fuel-pump control	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	GWS Gear selector switch	√	√	√	√	√	√	√
3 Series	E90/E91/E92/E93	Drive	VTG Transfer case	√	√	√	√	√	√	√

the good is I can add software if necessary.

It not only works with BMW but also Abarth,Acura,Alfa Romeo,Aston Martin, Audi, AU Ford, Chrysler, Ferrari, Fiat, GM, Honda, Hyundai, Holden, Jaguar, KIA, Lancia, Lexus, Land Rover, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Porsche, Renault, Rolls-Royce, Scion, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Sprinter, Toyota, Vauxhall, VW

The link to add software on Foxwell:

http://www.uobdii.com/wholesale/buy-extra-manufacturer-software-for-foxwell-nt520pro-nt530.html

Foxwell NT530 BMW Speical Functions:

Bi-directional Test:

NT530 allows you to use the scan tool temporarily activate or control a vehicle system or component. With this diagnostic tool, the check of electronic components such as switches, sensors, relays, and actuators is made a simple task. It allows you to recalibrate, adapt or configure certain components after making repairs or replacement. Those test includes but not limited to register battery replacement, CAS reset,CO adjustment, delete transport model, disable/enable key.

Oil Service Reset:

Allows you to reset the service lamps on the instrument cluster.

Electronic Parking Brake Service:

Allows you to perform the service and maintenance of brake systems, including deactivation and activation of the brake control system, bleeding brake fluid, opening and closing brake pads, and setting brakes after disc or pad replacement, on BMW vehicles where electronic brake systems are fitted.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Programming:

Allows you to check the tire sensor IDs from the vehicle ECU and to perform TPMS programming and reset after tires and/or TPM sensors are replaced and/or tires are rotated.

ABS/Airbag Services:

Allows you use the scanner temporarily to activate or control anti-lock brake systems and air bags or components.

Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Calibration:

Allows you perform calibration of the Steering Angle Sensor, which permanently stores the current steering wheel position as straight-ahead in the sensor EEPROM. On successful calibration of the sensor, its fault memory is automatically cleared.

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration:

Allows you perform the DPF cleaning to clear the blockage through continuous burning of the particulates captured in the DPF filter. When a DPF regeneration cycle is completed, the DPF light automatically goes off.

Battery Configuration:

This tool can register battery replacement, but the replace battery must be the SAME BATTERY TYPE and CAPACITY with the ORIGINAL.

Foxwell NT530 BMW vehicle list:

BMW: (covers models in the year 2018 or 2019)
1 Series: E81/E82/E87/E88, F20
2 Series: F22 F23 F45 F46
3 Series: E30/E36, E46, E90/E91/E92/E93, F30/F31/F35, F34 F80
4 Series: F32/F33 F36 F82 F83
5 Series: E28, E34, E39, E60/E61, F10/F11, F07, F18
6 Series: E24, E63/E64, F12/F13, F06
7 Series: E23, E32, E38, E65/E66/E68, F01/F02/F04
8 Series: E31
I Series: I01/I12
X Series: X1_E84, X3_E83, X3_F25, X4_F26, X5_E53, X5_E70, X6_E71, X6_E72, X5_F15,X5_F85, X6_F16,X6_F86, X1_F48,
Z Series: Z1_E30, Z4_E85/E86, Z8_E52, Z4_E89

MINI: (covers models from 2002 on)
Body Styles Covered
R50: “Mk I” Mini One & Cooper (2001–2006)
R52: “Mk I” Mini Convertible (2004–2008)
R53: “Mk I” Mini Cooper S (2001–2006)
R55: “Mk II” Mini Clubman (2007–present)
R56: “Mk II” Mini Hatch/Hardtop range (2006–2013)
R57: “Mk II” Mini Convertible (2009–present)
R58: Coupé (2012–present)
R59: Roadster (2012–present)
R60: Countryman (2010–present)
R61: Paceman (2013-2016)

F54: Clubman (2016-present)
F55: Hatchback (2014-present)
F56: Hatchback (2014-Present)
F57: Convertible (2014-Present)

Rolls-Royce:
RR1, RR2, RR3, RR4, RR5