Inpa Error 159 -

INPA Error 159 Report

Prepare

• Many E46, E39, E38 models require bridging pins 7 & 8 on the OBD2 connector (K-Line and L-Line).
• For CAN vehicles (E90+, E60+), ensure pins 6 (CAN High) and 14 (CAN Low) are connected.
• Use a multimeter: K-Line should pulse ~0–12V when ignition ON.

You will typically see the error in a red dialog box. The full text often reads:

If you want, tell me the car model/year, adapter type, and whether 159 appears for all modules or specific ones — I’ll give targeted next steps. inpa error 159

• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\BMW\EDIABAS\ → New DWORD DelayCall = 2 (decimal)

expected

Error 159 is if:

Error 159

BMW INPA (formally IFH-0009: No Response From Control Unit ) is a common communication breakdown between the diagnostic software and the vehicle's electronic control units (ECUs). INPA Error 159 Report Prepare