| Installed ETK | ETK online (VINsearch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install + licence | None — a browser |
| Data | Frozen at install | Live supersessions |
| Devices | One PC | Any device |
| Other brands | This group only | 47+ catalogs, one login |
| Cost to start | High / grey-market | From $3 / day |
BMW ETK · BMW Group
BMW ETK online — parts catalog by VIN
BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce parts by VIN, in your browser. Open ETK in your browser, enter a VIN and read genuine OEM part numbers and exploded diagrams — no download, instant access.
What is ETK?
ETK (Elektronischer Teilekatalog) is BMW Group’s official electronic parts catalog. It links every BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce — by VIN — to the exact components fitted at the factory, with genuine 11-digit BMW part numbers, exploded diagrams and supersession history.
ETK resolves a BMW VIN to the precise model, body, engine and equipment package, so a technician sees only the parts that actually fit. Because BMW numbers supersede frequently, reading the current number from a live catalog — not an old printout — is what stops wrong-part returns.
Brands covered by ETK
Open the catalog for each BMW Group brand:
ETK online vs download
Searches for a “ETK download” usually end in frustration: installed copies are dealer-licensed, need a specific setup, and freeze their data on the install date. Online access removes all of that.
ETK part numbers & VIN search
BMW Group uses a recognisable numbering style — for example 34 11 6 794 300 (11-digit grouped number (e.g. 34 11 6 794 300)). Numbers supersede over time, so always confirm the current one against a live catalog. Enter a VIN and ETK resolves the exact model, engine, trim and market, then shows only the parts that fit. Not sure of the build? Use the free VIN decoder first.
Access & pricing
One VINsearch subscription opens ETK and every other catalog — the multi-brand reality of a real workshop, under a single login. Start with a $3 Day Pass, $50 a month, or $500 a year (about $1.37 a day). No per-search fees.
ETK — frequently asked questions
What is ETK?
ETK (Elektronischer Teilekatalog) is BMW Group’s official electronic parts catalog. It links every BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce — by VIN — to the exact components fitted at the factory, with genuine 11-digit BMW part numbers, exploded diagrams and supersession history.
Can I use ETK online without installing it?
Yes. VINsearch runs ETK in your browser — no download, no install. Register, enter a VIN, and identify genuine BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce parts in seconds.
Is there a ETK download?
The official BMW ETK software is dealer-licensed and any installed copy freezes its data on the day you install it. There is no legitimate free download — online access reads live data and stays current, which is why it is the practical route.
How much does ETK cost?
One VINsearch plan opens ETK and 47+ other catalogs: a $3 Day Pass, $50/month, or $500/year (about $1.37/day). No per-search fees.
Is ETK the same as BMW EPC?
Yes — “ETK” and “BMW EPC” refer to the same BMW Group electronic parts catalog. VINsearch gives you ETK online, covering BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce.