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Late 90's BMW with Siemens MS42 ECUs now 100% OBD on the Tool!

Late 90's BMW with Siemens MS42 ECUs now 100% OBD on the Tool!

Siemens MS42 OBD Protocol Release!

Dear Users,

Take full control over legendary late-90s Bavarian straight-six powerplants! We are thrilled to announce official support for the Siemens MS42 ECU via 100% OBD Normal Read (NR) on your AutoTuner Tool.

Powering the iconic BMW M52TU engine generation (Double VANOS), this release targets the thriving "Youngtimer" market.

 Method: 100% OBD (Normal Read / Write)
Maximum workshop efficiency with zero ECU removal. Simply plug your Tool into the vehicle's diagnostic port, perform a real hardware read (Normal Read), and flash your custom file safely within minutes.

🚗 Supported BMW Lineup (M52TU Engines):

  • 3-Series (E46): 320i, 323i, 328i (1998+)
  • 5-Series (E39): 520i, 523i, 528i (1995+)
  • 7-Series (E38): 728i (1994+)
  • Z3: 2.0, 2.3, 2.8 (1995+)

Update your software today and elevate the driving dynamics of BMW's finest 6-cylinder classics!

The AT Team

Key Features

  • Type: Engine Control Unit (ECU) ⚙️
  • Mode: OBD NR 🔌
  • MCU: C167 (29F400) 🖥️
  • Read time: 1min 30sec ⏱️
  • Write time: 1min 30sec ⏱️
  • Checksums correction ✅

Compatibility List*

BMW Models: 3-series (1998+) / 5-series (1995+) / 7-series (1994+) / Z3 (1995+) / Z3 (1998+)
BMW Engines: 20i / 23i / 28i / 2.0 / 2.3 / 2.8

*The list may evolve over time.

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