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Black OBD2 diagnostic cable with USB connector and toggle switch

TAURKENAM

TAURKENAM K+CAN Cable with Switch FT232RL Car Electronics Accessory

SKU CH-K1ZH-DTN4X

USB-to-OBD cable with FT232RL chip and selectable switch diagnoses BMW E-chassis models from 1998 to 2019 on Windows 7 32-bit systems

  • Typetype
  • Diagnose BMW E-chassis models 1998 to 2019
  • Original FTDI FT232RL chip ensures reliable USB communication
  • Selectable K+D-CAN switch expands vehicle coverage
  • Windows 7 32-bit native, Windows 8/10 compatible
  • High-quality plastic construction for workshop durability

BMW E-Chassis Diagnostics 1998-2019

This USB diagnostic cable connects BMW E-chassis vehicles from 1998 to 2019 to a PC for dealer-level coding and fault reading. It uses an original FTDI FT232RL chip for reliable communication with D-CAN, PT-CAN and K-CAN networks. The built-in switch lets you toggle between connection states required by different models without unplugging the cable.

Windows 7 32-bit Primary Compatibility

The cable is designed for Windows 7 32-bit systems where it works without extra configuration. Operation on Windows 8 or 10 is possible but depends on the specific PC environment. Mac OSX is not supported. Antivirus software frequently flags the diagnostic applications as malicious, so protection must be disabled or removed before the software will run.

K-Line and CAN Module Coverage

The interface handles K-line and multiple CAN buses found across the supported model range, allowing access to engine, transmission, ABS and body modules. It does not support newer F-series or G-series chassis that require different protocols. Users needing coverage beyond 2019 or wireless operation must choose a different tool.

Highlights

  • Diagnose BMW E-chassis models 1998 to 2019
  • Original FTDI FT232RL chip ensures reliable USB communication
  • Selectable K+D-CAN switch expands vehicle coverage
  • Windows 7 32-bit native, Windows 8/10 compatible
  • High-quality plastic construction for workshop durability

Specifications

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the switched version or a non-switched cable for my BMW?

The switch lets you toggle between connected and disconnected K+DCAN modes, covering models that need either setting from 1998 to 2019.

What does the FT232RL chip actually do when I plug this into a laptop?

It provides a genuine FTDI USB-to-serial bridge so diagnostic software such as NCS Expert or Tool32 can talk to the car's D-CAN, PT-CAN and K-CAN buses.

Which USB standard does the cable use and what speed does that limit me to?

The FT232RL runs at full-speed USB 12 Mbps, which is more than enough for the serial diagnostic traffic used by BMW E-chassis modules.

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