FCX Compatibility

The R5/FCX-II Compatibility Information

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Known Incompatibilities:

The R5/FCX-II line was designed to offer compatibility with most BMW models ranging from 1987 to 2003, plus many 04's, however, there are a small number of known incompatibilities as follows:

(applies only to scan tools, we do offer the basic oilservice and inspection light reset tool for these BMWs)

1987 316..
1987 325
1987 325e
1987 325es
1987 535i/is
1987 635..
1987 L6
1987 735..
1987 L7
1988 M5
1988 528 (528 not compatible, 528e is compatible)
1988 535...
1987-1990 (1st generation, E30 M3s, made before 1991)
2002+ 745..
2003+ Z4
2004+ Z4

Note: 2003 onward our compatibility begins to drop off sharply. Please call or try our application selector

If you have a 2002 or later 325, 330i or a 530, there is a good chance we are compatible, but to be sure, you must use our application selector, or call us.

Note1: a dot dot (..) after the model number means any model beginning with.

Note2: The R5/FCX-II does not support diesel vehicles.

"Rule of Thumb" Compatibility Table: Do not rely solely on this table. Please use our online application selector

Desired Year range of BMW(s)*	Compatible Tool	Adaptor needed?
87-1999	R5/FCX-II ($149)	No
2000-2003	R5/FCXII-16	No
1987 - 2003 (for mechanics and owners of various BMWs)	R5/FCXII-Univ $183.95 (includes AB03 adaptor)	Included