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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 06:08 AM
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I keep getting CEL popping up intermittently. After looking around for a scanner, there's so many out there. I want to ask you guys which is the best one suited for the E60?
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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 03:46 PM
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Old Jul 18, 2012 | 10:05 AM
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Is it the v 401?
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Old Jul 18, 2012 | 10:36 AM
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I see. The 401 is just a fancier scanner, it can reset service lights, airbag, etc. Now I just got to decide which one to get. Thank you so much!
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you have an E60 with a CAS module. You will not be able to reset service/oil lights etc via OBD...or airbag for that matter.
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Thanks again for that important info. I almost bought the 401.
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