Which tool should I order?

R5/SRS: 1994-2000*
R5/SRS-16: 2001-2003 (plus many 2004 models)

* Mechanics; The compatibility range of the R5/SRS can be extended past 2000, to 2003/4, by simply adding the AB03 adaptor. In other words, the R5/SRS combined with the AB03 adaptor will give you a compatibility range of 1994 - 2003/4.

Notes on R5/SRS compatibility:

last update: 3/21/2005

Known Problem Years:
As a rule of thumb our SRS/Airbag compatibility lags BMW by roughly one to two years. As a result you will see a drop-off in compatibility starting late 2003 production.

Our SRS/Airbag tool is not compatible with any BMW built before 1994.

Fully compatible years.
There are no known incompatibilities from 1994 through 2002.