BMW ISTA-D Software – Version 4.46.21

BMW ISTA-D helps technicians read errors, delete errors, activate the system, test plans, update and program, and Lookup circuit diagrams and part locations.

BMW ISTA software is the current dealer-grade diagnostic software commonly used for all BMW F Series and E series vehicles. It replaces older versions of the DIS diagnostic software. ISTA/D software can be used to diagnose all BMW models, but it can only program BMW F-/I-/G-/Mini/RR models and above. It does not support programming for E-Series models.

1. BMW ISTA-D 4.46.21 Software Information

• Software name: ISTA+/D
• Software type: Diagnostic software, research software
• Version: 4.46.21
• Language: English, German, Chinese.

In the latest version of BMW ISTA 4.46.21, some newer features have been updated, it allowing to work with many car models up to 2021 and will even help read cars up to 2024 (but some Vehicles must have DOIP enabled mode)

Hardware requirements :

To use the BMW diagnostic software, the hard drive needs the following requirements:

• I5 generation 3
• Ram 8GB or more
• Hard drive SSD500 or higher
• Windows 10, 11

Some notes on using ISTA D software

ISTA+ BMW is the current dealer-grade diagnostic software commonly used for all BMW vehicles. It replaces the older version of the DIS diagnostic software. ISTA+ / D software is a new version, installed on computers with Windows 10 operating system and diagnoses many new car models. If you are using older versions, there will be many limitations

• Do not update new error codes on the vehicle.
• Do not update new car models.
• The diagnostic interface is outdated.
• The work process takes a long time.

2. Features Of BMW ISTA Software

BMW has classified the ISTA + BMW application into two parts – Programming and Diagnostics. Here’s how it’s applied:

2.1 BMW ISTA D diagnosis Features

• Software repair
• Troubleshooting
• Information guide for repair and maintenance
• Vehicle identification and management

2.2 BMW ISTA D Programming Features

BMW ISTA software can be programmed when there is an online account.

• Software update
• Switch and retrofit
• Replace the remote control device

This software has powerful diagnostic functions, it can only support a few programming functions. If you need coding and programming for BMW models, you can refer to BMW ISTA P programming, Esys, INPA,… Or see all of these software in BMW diagnostic software.

2.3 BMW ISTA+/D new version outstanding diagnostic features

• Full Dealer Level Diagnostics
• Fault code Reading & Resetting
• Service Reset

• Code / Program modules
• Force Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration (DPF)
• Wiring Diagrams
• Repair Instructions
• Technical Documents
• EGR System control and testing
• Apply Firmware and Software updates to your BMW
• Diagnostic on Individual Modules
• Vanos Testing
• Read Time Diagnosis and Live Display Data
• Creation of Test Plans for Repairs / Upgrades / Updates
• Programming of Vehicle functions (inc retrofitting of items)
• Coding of Vehicle Functions
• Reset Adaptations
• Individual Values
• Activate ABS Pump for bleeding
• Reset SMG / SSG Functions
• Disable RCD Warnings, Disable Tire Control Inactive Messages
• Many more features

3. Recommended ISTA BMW Scanner Device 

ISTA BMW software can work with many devices such as VCX SE, ICOM NEXT, ICOM A, VCX NANO, Enet,…. However, starting from version 4.46.21, ISTA D software can only be used with ICOM with firmware V152. After regular use, we recommend you use the following devices :

• BMW ICOM-NEXT: Support for all, which is an upgrade of ICOM A2 and ICOM P versions, which is an in-depth diagnostic and programming software for BMW vehicles, If you want to use with ISTA D 4.46.21, you need to update firmware ICOM V152
• K-Dcan series: E series support is a USB OBD2 interface device for BMW, allowing it to diagnose car models from 1998 to 2020.
• ENET cable: supports F and G models.
• BMW VCX SE tool: Compact design, can connect by USB port and LAN port

4. ISTA D BMW Vehicle Models Support Diagnostics

ISTA+ supports car models:

• BMW 1 Series (E81, E82, E87, E88, F20, F21, F52, F40)
• BMW 2 (F22, F45, F46)
• BMW 3 Series (E46, E90, E91, E92, E93, F30, F31, F34, G20)
• BMW 4 Series (F32, F33, F36)
• BMW 5 Series (E60, E61, F10, F11, F07, F18, G30, G31, G38)
• BMW 6 Series (E63, E64, F06, F12, F13, G32)
• BMW 7 Series (E65, F01, F02, F03, F04, G11, G12 BMW X1 (E84, F48)
• BMW X2 (F39) BMW X3 (E83, F25, G01) BMW X4 (F26, G02)
• BMW X5 (E53, E70, F15, G05)
• BMW X6 (E71, E72, F16)
• BMW X7 (G07) Mini (R50, R52, R53, R55, R56, R57, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61, F54, F55, F56, F60)

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