can a BT cable check OBDII readiness?

robc1976 · 06-04-2014, 05:56 PM

some say it can check for readiness some say it can't, if so how is it done? I can't figure it out?

Ingeniator · 06-04-2014, 06:36 PM

Still don't own one. But as far as I can tell no. Inpa can, Most scaners can also.

This thread may help. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=939150

Wedge1967 · 06-04-2014, 06:54 PM

Yes, but good luck getting it to read with the JB4 G5 ISO as it's not passive.

robc1976 · 06-04-2014, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Wedge1967

Yes, but good luck getting it to read with the JB4 G5 ISO as t's not Iassive.

Great, guess I will use the INPA cable to check. BT cable did say I had 2 shadow codes. Should I delete them? Just did the drive cycle so this may be a bad idea.

Wedge1967 · 06-05-2014, 08:25 AM

Well, if you're not in ready state then it won't matter.

ken1137 · 06-05-2014, 09:02 AM

Rob, another option, if you have not purchased the INPA yet, is the following:

http://www.lemurmonitors.com

This will state "OBD readiness" following a scan. It's very limited and I really dont use it much anymore. It's pretty cool though since you are able to use your iPhone or iPad. I use the BT cable for my car (was using the INPA software before it became corrupted) and an Actron scanner plus for my other cars.

As stated before, the BT cable will not clearly state you are in 'ready mode', but it will clear the fault/shadow codes. Thus, allowing you to get to the 'ready mode' state after a drive cycle.

robc1976 · 06-05-2014, 01:14 PM

Here are the fault/shadow codes I have...Should I just delete them?

robc1976 · 06-06-2014, 12:06 AM

Did drive cycle and still not in readiness, also got a shadow code.

tomtom11 · 06-06-2014, 01:21 PM

so there is no way to check rediness without buying something to test it? I have a bt scan tool and i live in ny and got catless downpipes like 4 months ago. i have the bms dp fix. if i install that, how will i know if the car is ready for the state emmisions test? I guess i can drive around for like 100 miles, but that doesnt seem very efficient.

robc1976 · 06-06-2014, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by tomtom11

so there is no way to check rediness without buying something to test it? I have a bt scan tool and i live in ny and got catless downpipes like 4 months ago. i have the bms dp fix. if i install that, how will i know if the car is ready for the state emmisions test? I guess i can drive around for like 100 miles, but that doesnt seem very efficient.

nope, it will show if you have any codes but not if in "readiness". It is great for deleting codes ect though.

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Ingeniator Major 34 Rep 1,093 Posts Drives: 07 335XI(90) 09 135I(82) Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Fort Mac, Alberta iTrader: (1)	Still don't own one. But as far as I can tell no. Inpa can, Most scaners can also. This thread may help. http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=939150 __________________ 07 335XI (A008006) 6AT ~94K miles JB4 G5 ISO VSRF DP's 09 135I M (VK80379) 6MT. Race Project car. 1) Install Cobb/piggyback? and Motiv 600 Kit[HTA3076R w/ tial .82] 2) JRZ or Moton suspension. 3) Build high flow intake manifold with multi-port fuel and relocate OFH 4) Build full cage 5) Complete staged twin setup with HTA4205R [w/Tial 1.16] 6) Complete dry sump system
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Wedge1967 Banned 125 Rep 2,172 Posts Drives: '07 e92 AT Sport Montego Blue Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (3)	Yes, but good luck getting it to read with the JB4 G5 ISO as it's not passive.
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Wedge1967 Banned 125 Rep 2,172 Posts Drives: '07 e92 AT Sport Montego Blue Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (3)	Well, if you're not in ready state then it won't matter.
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ken1137 Brigadier General 89 Rep 3,732 Posts Drives: BMW S1000XR Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gilbert, AZ iTrader: (7) Garage List 2009 e90 335i [6.40]	Rob, another option, if you have not purchased the INPA yet, is the following: http://www.lemurmonitors.com This will state "OBD readiness" following a scan. It's very limited and I really dont use it much anymore. It's pretty cool though since you are able to use your iPhone or iPad. I use the BT cable for my car (was using the INPA software before it became corrupted) and an Actron scanner plus for my other cars. As stated before, the BT cable will not clearly state you are in 'ready mode', but it will clear the fault/shadow codes. Thus, allowing you to get to the 'ready mode' state after a drive cycle. __________________ BMWCCA member
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robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Here are the fault/shadow codes I have...Should I just delete them? Attached Images __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Did drive cycle and still not in readiness, also got a shadow code. Attached Images __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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tomtom11 Captain 84 Rep 703 Posts Drives: 335i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Earth iTrader: (1)	so there is no way to check rediness without buying something to test it? I have a bt scan tool and i live in ny and got catless downpipes like 4 months ago. i have the bms dp fix. if i install that, how will i know if the car is ready for the state emmisions test? I guess i can drive around for like 100 miles, but that doesnt seem very efficient.
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