For 2nd generation AiM SOLO DL (SOLO 2).For 1999+ models with 16-pin OBD-II port under the dash or an aftermarket motorsport ECU.
The AiM SOLO logger needs to get ECU data from somewhere and this hardwired install is our preferred method. On modern cars with OBD-II electronics a lot of data is running through the factory ECU wiring or the plug-in diagnostic port in the dash. For most 1999+ BMWs this is the most valuable data*: RPM, speed, throttle position, water and oil temperatures, individual wheel speeds, brake switch, gear indicator, and more from just two wires.
This kit uses a open-ended wire leads for you to splice or tap into existing wiring near the ECU or OBD port. They can also be used with the RS232 protocol for connecting to an aftermarket ECU. Data is then transferred along the 2 meter data cable to your SOLO 2 unit with a metal Binder 712 8-pin connector. No other cables should be required unless you need an extension. The cable also includes power and ground leads to provide constant power to the SOLO (tip: find a 12v power source activated by your ignition switch, not constant 12v).
A plug-in version is also available (see OBD kit). There are pros and cons to both types. The hardwired RS232 version has a faster data transfer rate than through the OBD plug. There is also more data available by tapping the CAN wires directly. Hardwiring is more involved but no different than a stereo install. Professional install is recommended if you're not comfortable with splicing or soldering. Hardwiring is our preferred method for the faster transfer rate and it will leave the OBD port free for diagnostics or other uses.
* - not all functions may be available on BMW CAN sources. BMW decides which data is available through the CAN and it can vary from model-to-model. For more details on your BMW check out our AiM documentation
at this link (https://www.bimmerworld.com/About-Us/BMW-Tech-Info#AiMdocs).
BMW Fitments:
1 Series
E82 / E88 (08-13) > 128i
E82 / E88 (08-13) > 135i N54 (08-10)
E82 / E88 (08-13) > 135i N55 (11-13)
E82 / E88 (08-13) > 135is N55 (11-13)
E82 / E88 (08-13) > 1M (11-12)
2 Series
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > 228i xDrive
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > 230i
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > 230i xDrive
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > M235i
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > M235i xDrive
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > M235i-Racing
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > M240i
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > M240i xDrive
F22 / F23 (2014-2021) > M240i-Racing
2 Series
F87 (2016-2021) > M2 Competition S55 (2019+)
F87 (2016-2021) > M2 N55 (2016-2018)
3 Series
E46 (99-05) > 323Ci
E46 (99-05) > 323i
E46 (99-05) > 325Ci
E46 (99-05) > 325i
E46 (99-05) > 325xi
E46 (99-05) > 328Ci
E46 (99-05) > 328i
E46 (99-05) > 330Ci
E46 (99-05) > 330i
E46 (99-05) > 330xi
E46 (99-05) > M3
3 Series
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 325i
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 325xi
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 328i
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 328xi
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 330i
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 330xi
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 335d
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 335i N54 (07-10)
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 335i N55 (11-13)
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 335is N54
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 335xi N54 (07-10)
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > 335xi N55 (11-13)
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 (06-13) > M3
3 Series
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 320i
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 320i xDrive
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 328d
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 328d xDrive
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 328i
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 328i xDrive
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 330i
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 330i xDrive
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 335i
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 335i xDrive
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 340i
F30 / F31 / F34 (2012-2019) > 340i xDrive
3 Series
F80 (2015-2018) > M3 (2015-2018)
4 Series
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 428i
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 428i xDrive
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 430i
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 430i xDrive
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 435i
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 435i xDrive
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 440i
F32 / F33 / F36 (14-20) > 440i xDrive
4 Series
F82 / F83 (2015-2020) > M4 (2015-2020)
F82 / F83 (2015-2020) > M4 GTS
5 Series
E60 / E61 (04-10) > M5
5 Series
F10 / F11 (11-16) > M5 (2013-2016)
5 Series
F90 (2018-2023) > M5 (2018-2023)
6 Series
E63 / E64 (04-10) > M6
6 Series
F12 / F13 (12-18) > M6
Z Series
E36/7 / E36/8 Z3 (96-02) > Z3 M - S54
Z Series
E85 / E86 Z4 (03-08) > Z4 2.5i M54
E85 / E86 Z4 (03-08) > Z4 3.0i M54
E85 / E86 Z4 (03-08) > Z4 3.0i N52
E85 / E86 Z4 (03-08) > Z4 3.0si N52
E85 / E86 Z4 (03-08) > Z4 M
Z Series
E89 Z4 (2009-2016) > Z4 sDrive28i
E89 Z4 (2009-2016) > Z4 sDrive30i
E89 Z4 (2009-2016) > Z4 sDrive35i
E89 Z4 (2009-2016) > Z4 sDrive35is