K-DCAN OBDII to USB Cable

The OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) sockets in BMW vehicles have evolved over the years. Here is an overview of the main generations of OBD sockets used by BMW, based on the year of production:

OBD-II (1996 - present)

• Plug Type : Standard 16-pin connector.
• Usage : Starting in 1996, all BMW vehicles must be OBD-II compliant, providing more extensive access to diagnostic data. The socket is usually located under the dashboard, near the steering wheel.