BimmerLink for BMW and MINI

BMW and MINI diagnostics

BimmerLink for BMW and MINI connects compatible cars to an Android phone through a supported Bluetooth or Wi-Fi OBD adapter or cable. It is aimed at owners who want more detailed access to their vehicle’s electronic systems than a basic emission-code reader provides. The app is made by SG Software GmbH & Co. KG and is listed in Auto & Vehicles.

Read faults and live data

The app can read and clear trouble codes from the car’s control units, helping you investigate warning lights and other electronic faults. It also displays live sensor readings, including values such as oil temperature and boost pressure. A custom dashboard lets you keep selected readings together while checking the vehicle.

• Inspect diesel particulate filter status, including regeneration information and ash accumulation.
• Register a replacement battery with the engine control unit.
• Activate service mode for the electromechanical parking brake.
• Reset service reminders after maintenance and clear the short-circuit lock for lamp outputs.

Optional vehicle controls

On cars equipped for the relevant functions, BimmerLink can remotely control the exhaust flap and mute Active Sound Design. It also includes sound tuning for disabling exhaust burble on compatible vehicles with the S55 engine. These controls depend on the car’s equipment and model, so they are not universal across every BMW or MINI.

Compatibility and standing

Supported vehicles include many BMW 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Series models, along with the X1, X2 and X3 ranges. Model-year coverage varies, with listed examples beginning from 2003, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2018 depending on the series. The app has 100,000+ installs and a 4.2970295 rating from 4,738 reviews.