So I ordered, and recently received, a DCAN/K-Line switchable cable with additional 20pin adapter.
It can be used with a bunch of interesting software including:
EDIABAS/INPA/ELDI/KFP/NCSExpert
TIS (BMW Dealer Software)
DIS (BMW Dealer Software)
SSS Progman (BMW Dealer Software)
This will allow me to do some coding and open up a world of diagnostic phun on all 3 of my BMWs. The E34 uses the old style 20 pin adapter, the E60 uses OBD-II (K-line), and the E70 OBD-II (DCAN).
I also recently received my membership to the
BMW Car Club of Victoria.
Getting hold of the software, properly configuring it and having it running on a suitable laptop is a detailed and time consuming process, however, the level of access it provides to the various control modules in the car(s) is quite impressive. Definitely worth the effort.
Some photos below of my initial connection to the M5.
Much savings to be had as I've now no real reason to visit the $tealership