'97 528i, No Signal at OBD-2 Port...

[///M-Power 3\\\]

therefore not passing NYS inspection. WTF? I remember the scanner wasn't working in the port, thought it was a bad connection or something. Went for inspection and the car isn't outputting info from the port. No MIL's or related issues. Tried again with Snap-On MT-2500 still no signal. Scanner powers up and reads no connection. Any ideas???

[///M-Power 3\\\]

I can tell nobody wants to deal with obd2

[Jr ///M5]

Some of the earlier E39 models had trouble with the pins on the plug connection, I believe there was a Technical Service Bulletin concerning the pins pushing back into the connector and not being able to make contact.

Might have a good look at the plug, you'll have to stand on your head for this one!

JR

[///M-Power 3\\\]

Some of the earlier E39 models had trouble with the pins on the plug connection, I believe there was a Technical Service Bulletin concerning the pins pushing back into the connector and not being able to make contact.

Might have a good look at the plug, you'll have to stand on your head for this one!

JR

Thanks for the reply, i will check as soon as it gets light out. Thanks!

[Jr ///M5]

Here's the "pin-out" for the connector. Just remember when using a code reader or scanner, the ignition has to be in the "on" position, or else the reader will read error.

http://www.bmwtips.com/tipsntricks/reset-plug/reset.htm

[shogun]

download the PEAKE manual here
http://www.peakeresearch.com/manual.htm

There is aso something mentioned about trouble with pic connections
http://www.peakeresearch.com/manual.htm