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	=== Foxwell NT530 ===		=== Foxwell NT530 ===
	[[File:NT530-1.~~webp~~\|thumb\|right\|220px\|Foxwell NT530 diagnostic reader.]]		[[File:NT530-1.jpg\|thumb\|right\|220px\|Foxwell NT530 diagnostic reader.]]

	The '''Foxwell NT530''' connects to the round engine-bay diagnostic connector using a compatible 20-pin adapter.		The '''Foxwell NT530''' connects to the round engine-bay diagnostic connector using a compatible 20-pin adapter.
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	=== Foxwell NT710 ===		=== Foxwell NT710 ===
	[[File:NT710-1.~~webp~~\|thumb\|right\|220px\|Foxwell NT710 diagnostic reader.]]		[[File:NT710-1.jpg\|thumb\|right\|220px\|Foxwell NT710 diagnostic reader.]]

	The '''Foxwell NT710''' is described as similar to the NT530, with a larger screen and claimed faster reading times.		The '''Foxwell NT710''' is described as similar to the NT530, with a larger screen and claimed faster reading times.
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	== 20-pin diagnostic adapter ==		== 20-pin diagnostic adapter ==
	[[File:~~61Ks+JYwopL._AC_SX679_~~.jpg\|thumb\|right\|220px\|Foxwell 20-pin diagnostic adapter.]]		[[File:20pinadapter.jpg\|thumb\|right\|220px\|Foxwell 20-pin diagnostic adapter.]]

	A compatible '''20-pin adapter''' connects the reader to the round diagnostic connector in the engine bay.		A compatible '''20-pin adapter''' connects the reader to the round diagnostic connector in the engine bay.

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'''Code readers''' can read and clear diagnostic fault codes on the BMW E36. Access to individual control modules depends on the reader and diagnostic connection used.

== Diagnostic connections ==
The round diagnostic connector in the engine bay is used to access modules such as ABS and airbags with a compatible reader and a 20-pin adapter. The interior OBD-II port, where fitted, provides engine diagnostic access rather than access to all modules.

== Code readers ==

=== Creator C310 ===
[[File:c310.jpg|thumb|right|220px|Creator C310 diagnostic reader.]]

The '''Creator C310''' is an inexpensive option for the E36. E36 Repair reports reasonably accurate fault descriptions and quick code clearing.

'''Compatibility note:''' E36 Repair cautions that this reader may only work for engine codes on the E36. ABS and other module access should not be assumed.

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=== Foxwell NT530 ===
[[File:NT530-1.webp|thumb|right|220px|Foxwell NT530 diagnostic reader.]]

The '''Foxwell NT530''' connects to the round engine-bay diagnostic connector using a compatible 20-pin adapter.

E36 Repair reports access to engine, ABS, airbag, and other E36 control modules, including reading and clearing fault codes.

* [https://amzn.to/3FczUaC View on Amazon]

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=== Foxwell NT710 ===
[[File:NT710-1.webp|thumb|right|220px|Foxwell NT710 diagnostic reader.]]

The '''Foxwell NT710''' is described as similar to the NT530, with a larger screen and claimed faster reading times.

* [https://amzn.to/3GUMvQp View on Amazon]

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== 20-pin diagnostic adapter ==
[[File:61Ks+JYwopL._AC_SX679_.jpg|thumb|right|220px|Foxwell 20-pin diagnostic adapter.]]

A compatible '''20-pin adapter''' connects the reader to the round diagnostic connector in the engine bay.

This connection is needed to access ABS, airbag, and other modules with a compatible reader. The interior OBD-II port does not provide the same module access.

* [https://amzn.to/4kmTnV7 View on Amazon]

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== Source ==
* [https://www.e36repair.com/codereaders E36 Repair: Code Readers]

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