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Jun 19, 2016 | 10:06 PM

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turbozv

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Originally Posted by ltcjmramos

Anyone on this one? I already have a Durametric, so, not looking to spend another $200+ on another tool, but could use something to reset my wife's BMW.

This post says it's working on 2011 CS.
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/c...ml#post4443954

Jun 20, 2016 | 04:10 PM

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Minok

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Durametric could only reset the intervals, both oil and service. For oil, its not so critical as 10k miles and 1 yr is the default. For the service interval, its more critical, since the next service interval isn't typically in 2 yrs/20k miles as is the case with a Durametric reset. I'm not sure this cheaper tool can do a proper setting beyond a generic default reset.

Jun 20, 2016 | 05:55 PM

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I use iCarsoft PORII whith great sucess. I was able to delete the service past due reminder in a jiffy.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/iCarsoft-POR...719057&vxp=mtr

Jun 20, 2016 | 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by phaphaphooey

Excellent. You have saved me a bunch of money. Thank you. If it also works with Lotus and Alfa Romeo I will have your child.

Edit: I assume that when you reset it goes back to the factory 10k miles OR one year? I always hit the year before the mileage which is why I ask.

It's a date!

Yes, it resets to 10k/1yr. I also forgot to add - no need for a PC either.

Jun 21, 2016 | 12:14 AM

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I just bought the X431R from newegg and it works for my 2009 C2. $45 is well spent

Jun 21, 2016 | 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by turbozv

I just bought the X431R from newegg and it works for my 2009 C2. $45 is well spent

Thank you so much, i'm glad to see 991 on the screen. I just ordered one from eBay. I made an offer for $40 shipped and they accepted. Hah.

It will be 2 weeks until I get it.

Do you just turn the ignition on, plug the device in, then it will walk you through the procedure?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/181645870352?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&rmvSB=true&rmvSB=true

Jun 21, 2016 | 10:43 AM

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ltcjmramos

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I did the same at $35, no go. They took a counter at $38. No big deal, but sometimes fun to bounce back and forth.

Jun 21, 2016 | 10:46 AM

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Bought this off Amazon for $16.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Syncs with my iPhone and worked great.

OP...you can also run by any Pep Boys or AutoZone. They will clear the code for you for free.

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Jun 21, 2016 | 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Gonzo911

Darn it... A BT module would be better. Argh.

Jun 21, 2016 | 10:55 AM

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Darn it... A BT module would be better. Argh.

Yup. Works with BT and WiFi.

Jun 21, 2016 | 05:19 PM

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Lvt19672

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Originally Posted by Gonzo911

This device clears the maintenance light?

Jun 21, 2016 | 05:46 PM

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phaphaphooey

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Originally Posted by Gonzo911

I am not sure that will work for maintenance lights. It is an OBD bluetooth/wifi dongle. I have one. I pair it with Torque on my Android phone. It works wonders for clearing CELs and monitoring sensors etc but if there is a way to make it clear maintenance/oil change lights I haven't found it.

Jun 21, 2016 | 05:46 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ltcjmramos

I did the same at $35, no go. They took a counter at $38. No big deal, but sometimes fun to bounce back and forth.

Darn you. I offered $40, they countered at $42.

Jun 21, 2016 | 06:34 PM

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turbozv

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Originally Posted by Jnosol

Thank you so much, i'm glad to see 991 on the screen. I just ordered one from eBay. I made an offer for $40 shipped and they accepted. Hah.

It will be 2 weeks until I get it.

Do you just turn the ignition on, plug the device in, then it will walk you through the procedure?

Launch x 431 R Diagnostic Tool Reset Automotive Oil Lamp Service Light | eBay

No problem, yeah, just enter current y/m/d, then you'll see the car system reboots.
One side effect is the time is also reset, but no big deal.