OBDLink CX
The OBDLink CX BLE dongle was developed together with Bimmercode. The OBDLink CX is able to code BMW models together with the Bimmercode app. Please note: there are costs associated with the Bimmercode app. The CX also comes with a free OBDLink app. It is not possible to code with this app. It is possible to perform an engine management diagnosis on any car brand with the OBDLink app. The great thing about the OBDLink CX is that it works with both Android and iOS devices via Bluetooth 5.1! The OBDLink CX BLE is also ideal for use on electric cars in combination with the Leaf Spy, ABRP (A better routeplanner) app.
What are the main advantages of the OBDLink CX?
✓ The world's best-selling OBD adapters
✓ Over 50,000 active members in the OBDLink support community
✓ Free OBDLink app (Android) and OBDWiz Windows software
✓ Speed and stability through the use of the STN chipset, the fastest chipset on the market
✓ BatterySaver, so the OBDLink can stay in the car without draining the battery
✓ Also compatible with apps like: Bimmercode, Bimmerlink, ABRP and more.
✓ Recommended by the BimmerCode team; avoids data corruption, won’t brick your ECU
✓ Bluetooth 5.1 BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) connection
OBDLink CX
The OBDLink CX is recommended by Bimmercode for use with their developed app. OBDLink and Bimmercode developed the CX together and made sure that the CX has a very stable connection, which is necessary for coding, so nothing can go wrong. The CX works with both Android and iOS devices via a Bluetooth 5.1 connection. The CX and is so-called BLE dongle. The Bimmercode app can be purchased from the Google Play Store, or from the Apple Store. The OBDLink app can be downloaded for free. We also recommend the OBDLink CX for the ABRP, and the LeafSpy app. This is because the CX works perfectly on EV cars.
Capabilities Bimmercode
Bimmercode lets you code the control units in your BMW or Mini to unlock hidden features and customize your car to your liking. For example, activate the digital speed display in the instrument cluster or let your passengers watch videos in the iDrive system while driving. Would you like to turn off the Auto Start/Stop function or Active Sound Design? You can code this and much more yourself with the Bimmercode app. Supported cars
- 1 series (2004+)
- 2-series, M2 (2013+)
- 2 Series Active Tourer (2014+)
- 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015+)
- 3-series, M3 (2005+)
- 4-series, M4 (2013+)
- 5-series, M5 (2003+)
- 6-series, M6 (2003+)
- 7-series (2008+)
- 8-series (2018+)
- X1 (2009+)
- X2 (2018+)
- X3, X3 M (2010+)
- X4, X4 M (2014+)
- X5, X5 M (2006+)
- X6, X6 M (2008+)
- X7 (2019+)
- Z4 (2009+)
- i3 (2013+)
- i8 (2013+)
- Mini (2006+)
- Toyota Supra (2019+)
You can find a detailed list of supported cars and options at https://bimmercode.app
OBDLink app capabilities
- Reading and erasing error codes in the engine
- Turn off engine malfunction light (Check Engine Light, MIL)
- Possibility of reading stored, running, permanent error codes
- Viewing of freeze frame data
- Display of approximately 90 parameters
- Create your own dashboard, so you only see the data you want
- Track fuel consumption
- Readout of cars with OBD2 (gasoline from the year 2001 and diesel from the year 2004)
- Wide support of protocols: CAN (ISO15765-4), KWP2000 (ISO14230-4, JOBD/EOBD/OBD2 (ISO9141-2), J1850 VPW, J1850 PWM, SW Can, MS CAN (Ford/Mazda/GM)
- Renewed high-speed chip for faster data processing
- Free updates
- Works on iOS 9.0 or newer (Apple iPhone and iPad), Android (Smartphone and tablet) and Windows (Phone, tablet and PC)
Other apps
There are many third-party apps that only work well with a BLE dongle, such as the CX. These are mostly apps used on electric cars. Below we list some apps that work well with the OBDLink CX BLE dongle.
- ABRP (a better routeplanner)
- Leaf Spy Lite / Leaf Spy / Leaf Spy Pro for Nissan Leaf
- Hybrid Assistant for Toyota and Lexus
Advantages & drawbacks
- Specially developed for the Bimmercode app for coding/programming at BMW and Mini
- Works on Electric Cars (EVs)
- Works with ABRP (A Better Route Planner) app
- Also suitable for other car brands
- Fully EOBD/OBD2 compatible
- Live data and freeze frame display
- Wireless via Bluetooth with an Android and iOS device
- Free OBDLink app
- Very good price/quality ratio
- Only suitable for error codes in the engine management with the supplied OBDLink app
Specs summary
- Manufacturer BMW, Mini
- Device properties Bluetooth connectivity, Free updates, Diagnostic device, Updates, Connect to Android devices, Connecting to Apple devices, Connecting to tablet, Connect to phone
- Features Adapter, Coding, Clear fault codes, Freeze frame, Interface, O2 sensors, Live data, Engine diagnostics, Reset motormanagement, Coding, Scantool
- Protocol CAN, EOBD, ISO 9141, KWP-2000, OBD2
Reviews
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01-05-2024Eenvoudig te installeren en werkt goed
03-07-2023Top, werkt goed in m'n kia E niro met ABRP
03-01-2023Precies zoals omschreven, doet wat hij moet doen.
03-01-2023Nog niet getest, maar ga morgen gelijk aan de slag
27-12-2022doet wat het hoort te doen, wel best even de firmware checken via obdlink app en nadien andere app (abrp) connecteren (was met recente ios en id4)
27-07-2022Dongle werkt maar opzetten in ABRP app werkte niet direct, maar na een aantal pogingen. Eenmaal gevonden werkte het prima.
20-06-2022Werkt met Bimmercode en kon zo meer opties activeren in en om mijn auto.
18-05-2022Meest stabiele adapter die ik tot nu toe ken. Heel veel functies ondersteund met Bimmerlink en Bimmercode.
02-11-2021Doet wat het moet doen, dus zeer tevreden.
04-10-2021