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BavarianMotive™
Vehicle Intelligence
Built for BMW owners


Link and Code

BMW tools made simple and better

Clarity and Control

Fast
Quick scan to summary
Clear
Plain language guidance
Safe
Know the next steps
BavarianLink

Products

Start free. Unlock more clarity when you need it.

BavarianLink X

Recommended
One time unlock
  • BMW-aware fault explanations in plain language
  • Severity assessment with safe-to-drive guidance
  • Selective engine fault clearing (emissions only)
  • Emissions readiness monitor & inspection insight
  • Battery & charging system health checks
  • Live vehicle data and speed display
  • Freeze-frame data (see conditions when a fault occurred)
  • Test-drive mode to verify if issues return
  • Exportable diagnostic reports for records or mechanics

BavarianLink

Free
  • View fault codes in a clean layout
  • Fast scanning and a focused workflow
  • A simple baseline to understand what is happening

More BMW tools may be added later. For now, BavarianLink is the focus.

Service Functions

Beta

BMW-focused maintenance and control features. Availability depends on your vehicle and detected modules.

BetaVehicle-dependent
Maintenance
CBS Service Reset
Beta
Reset oil/brake service after maintenance.
Battery Registration
Beta
Register a replacement battery in the ECU.
Driving & Sound
Exhaust Flaps
Vehicle-dependent
Control factory exhaust flap behavior.
ASD Control
Vehicle-dependent
Mute Active Sound Design (if equipped).
Workshop
Parking Brake Service Mode
Beta
Service mode for electromechanical parking brake.
DPF Status / Regen
Beta
Diesel particulate filter monitoring & regen (diesel only).

Note: Some functions require factory-equipped hardware/modules (e.g., exhaust flaps, ASD).

Coding

Beta

Curated coding only. Changes are gated behind safety checks and are reversible where supported.

BetaVehicle-dependent
Convenience
Auto Lock / Unlock
Vehicle-dependent
Adjust automatic door locking behavior.
Mirror Fold with Key
Vehicle-dependent
Enable folding mirrors from the key fob (if equipped).
Comfort
Start/Stop Memory
Vehicle-dependent
Remember last Auto Start/Stop setting (where supported).
Welcome Lighting
Vehicle-dependent
Customize welcome / leaving home lighting behavior.
Safety & Gating
Safe Mode
Beta
Preflight checks + hold-to-confirm before applying changes.
Restore Defaults
Beta
Revert supported codings back to stock behavior.

Availability depends on your chassis/module support. Some codings require specific options from the factory.

How it works

Plug in a supported adapter, open BavarianLink, and view results in seconds.

Step 1
Plug in
Connect a supported OBD adapter to your car.
Step 2
Open BavarianLink
Connect and run a scan in seconds.
Step 3
View and understand
See the code, severity, and recommended next checks.

Results are informational. Always confirm with proper testing or a qualified technician.

Request BavarianLink Beta Access

Early access is manually reviewed to ensure vehicle and adapter compatibility.

Limited spotsManual review

Built with safety in mind. No ECU flashing. Changes are gated and reversible where supported.

Prefer email? support@bavarianmotive.comOr DM on Instagram
Step 1
Request access here on the site.
Step 2
We invite approved testers through Google Play testing.
Step 3
Install and send feedback. Updates arrive through Google Play.

Diagnostics are informational and should be verified by a qualified technician.