Instruction Manual & Code Tables
for the R5/FCX(3)
Code/reset tool for BMWs
Copyright © Peake Research Corporation
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER - READ NOW
Thank you for purchasing the R5/FCX scanner/resetter for BMWs. This product was designed to provide a long
service life and ease of use at a low cost. In designing this product we went to great lengths to assure compatibility
and safe operation with the majority of BMWs. As with any software-based device, there is a risk that a small number
of unique DME variants may not be compatible with this device. Peake Research Corporation (also referred to as
Peake Research) may not be held liable for any problems resulting from incompatibilities. Additionally, the code
definitions contained in this manual should be regarded as a starting point for diagnosing a problem - the codes your
BMW generates can often be misleading, and there may be errors in our code definitions. Before spending your
money on a repair, make sure you have a clear understanding of the problem by using additional sources of
information, such as a good quality repair manual (see page 40), expert advice, the Internet, etc... Peake Research
Corporation may not be held liable for any expenses you incur in response to the codes or instructions
contained in this manual.
Table of Contents
General Information
Disclaimer ......................2
Locating Connector, 87-2000 .......3
Locating Connector 2001-on ........4
Tool face panel description .........4
Directions
Using the R5/FCX ................5
Function Reference ...............5
Reading fault codes ...............5
Resetting Check-Engine and
Service Engine Soon Lights ........5
Clearing DTC’s (diagnostic
trouble codes) ...................5
Resetting Oilservice and
Inspection Light ..................5
Finding the proper code table .......6
How to read the code tables ........6
Code tables 1987 - 1995 “FF” .......8
Code tables 1996 and later .........10
Appendix
Troubleshooting information ........37
Adaptor advice ...................39
Confusing code numbers explained ..41
Glossary (terms and abbreviations) ...42
Tech support ....................44
Warranty .......................44
Code Tables:
FF-Tables 1995 and Earlier
K1 ............................8
K5 ............................8
K6 ............................8
K7 ............................8
K10 ...........................8
K11 ...........................9
K12 ...........................9
K13 ...........................10
K15 ...........................10
Indicated Tables 1996 and later
00 ............................10
06 ............................11
07 ............................11
09 ............................11
0b ............................12
0E ............................12
0F ............................13
11 ............................14
14 ............................14
15 ............................15
16 ............................16
18 ............................16
19 ............................17
1b ............................18
20 ............................19
21 ............................23
22 ............................27
23 ............................30
24 ............................32
25 ............................33
26 ............................35
27 ............................35
61 ............................35
