Guess I should explain a bit of what I do know (or think I know ;>) based on previous threads in this forum.

1) 96 and newer vehicles do require a scanner to read the codes due to use of OBCII
2) The 95 is the last year where homemade LED readers/multimeters can be used.
3) A multimeter with duty cycle capability can read the pulses that form the codes.
4) I think, but am not certain, that with the 16 pin connector and this car being a diesel, that I should ground pin 4 for 2-4 sec. (with the key on, engine not running) and then use my meter to read the pulses.

I get a bit leary about arbitrarily grounding any connection without checking a body of knowledge first.

Thanks again.....

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95 E300D 206K
73 BMW 2002tii Touring
2004 Porsche Cayenne S
1995 Universal Marine Diesel (3cyl, 17hp)
2001 BMW R1100SA