Available in three versions - make selection from the pull-down menu:

[ ] R5/FCX-3 (1987-2000; Plugs in under the hood). 20-Pin Connector.
[ ] R5/FCX-3-16 (2001-2007; plugs in under dash) 16-Pin Connector.
[ ] R5/FCX-3-U For mechanics (1987-2007). Plugs in under dash (16 pin) AND under hood (20 pin).

R5/FCX3 FEATURES:

[ ] Available for most BMWs built between 2001-2007 (back to 87 as "U" Configuration)
[ ] Covers Diesel Models .
[ ] Displays all BMW-factory engine fault codes; allowing you to do your own engine diagnostic! A big step up from "generic" code readers.
[ ] Resets the Engine light (AKA "Check Engine" or "Service Engine Soon")
[ ] Resets the Oilservice and Inspection lights, and service mileage (does not reset CBS.)
[ ] Very easy to use
[ ] Includes instruction manual and code chart
[ ] Includes protective storage case

Message to BMW owners:

If you answer "yes" to any of these questions, you need an R5/FCX-3!
Has your BMW ever stalled, been slow to start, idled poorly or hesitated during acceleration? Has the Engine light (also known as the "Check Engine" or "Service Engine Soon" light) come on when everything seemed fine? Have you ever received a costly repair bill and wondered if the repairs and charges were legitimate?

Without the R5/FCX-3 scan-reset tool from Peake Research, you may be forced into accepting what the repair/service center tells you and charges you. Wouldn't it be great to know exactly what's wrong before you bring your BMW in for a repair? Or, better yet, if you're handy with tools you can avoid the repair shop altogether- run your own diagnostic and fix the problem yourself! That is, if your car even needs a repair. Read on..

What is the Engine light trying to tell me?
The BMW Engine light can mean any number of things. Sometimes it's alerting you to the real need for a repair, so the Engine light is something you should never ignore. But quite often it is merely indicating one of the many, simple (topped off your coolant, loose gas cap or oil cap) type problems. Imagine paying a hundred dollars to a repair shop to tighten your radiator cap and reset the Engine light. Without the R5/FCX-3, you're stuck staring at your Engine light until you're in the mood to see the mechanic who can reset it.

Are you starting to see that the R5/FCX-3 makes great financial sense? There's more..

Routine Maintenance Lights
As an added benefit, the R5/FCX-3 includes the ability to reset the oilservice and inspection, routine maintenance lights, and the maintenance mileage countdown indicator on most 87-04 models. Considering that an oilservice for a BMW can sometimes equal the price of the R5/FCX-3, this feature alone is worth the price of the R5/FCX-3.

Note: People often confuse the SI lights "oilservice" and "inspection" with the CBS system, which does not have an oilservice or inspection light. It should be noted that on many 05 and later models the R5/FCX3, while fully able to read codes and reset the Service Engine Soon light up to 2007, is unable to reset the CBS indicator. Check your 05+ BMW (or 745).

Indispensable for Mechanics and BMW owners:

[ ] compact size
[ ] Very easy to use
[ ] inexpensive
[ ] available for most BMWs from 2001 to 2007, and for mechanics requiring 1987-2007*.
[ ] durable enough to withstand daily use by professional mechanics.

According to our toughest critics (BMW mechanics), we have succeeded with flying colors! At this price, every mechanic can afford at least one.

*Adaptor:
Most people do not need an adaptor, however in circumstances where the tool will be used on a variety of BMWs, such as in a repair shop, an adaptor may be necessary. In such cases you will need to order the R5/FCX-3-U.

FCX3 Compatibility Information:

The R5/FCX-3 line was designed to offer compatibility with most BMW models ranging from 1987 to 2007, however, there are a small number of known incompatibilities and bugs as follows:

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

[ ] 1987 316.. (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 325 (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 325e (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 325es (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 535i/is (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 635.. (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 L6 (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 735.. (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987 L7 (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1988 M5 (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1988 528 (528 not compatible, 528e is compatible)
[ ] 1988 535... (service reset only, adaptor required)
[ ] 1987-1990 (1st generation, E30 M3s, made before 1991)
[ ] Many 12 cylinder BMWs especially 87-92 (replacing of a single ECU often results in compatibility problems)
[ ] Will not reset the CBS maintenance system found on the 745 and many 05+ models. (see below)

CBS stands for "Conditions Based Service": CBS has replaced the SI (oilservice / Inspection) system, becoming standard equipment on many models in 2005 and later. People often confuse the Oilservice and Inspection lights with the CBS system, however it is important to note that they are entirely different. Our tools will not reset the CBS maintenance lights. If you have a 2005 or later (or a 745 of any year) it is important to be able to tell them apart. The most notable difference between the CBS system and the SI (oilservice and inspection) system is the oil change reminder (CBS will say "oil") (SI will say "oilservice"). Other visible differences exist to help you tell CBS from SI: such as a more detailed listing of the maintenance that needs to be done: Where the SI system will simply say "Inspection", the CBS system will list detailed items on your dash, such as fluids, belts, etc...

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