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RustyBitz · 11-07-2017, 04:58 AM

Is it normal to get a warning while coding?

I tried to do the door lights on reverse, came up with front light sensor failure the engine management light. A few seconds later it was all cleared no lights or errors.

MarkG_M5Comp · 11-07-2017, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by RustyBitz

Is it normal to get a warning while coding?

I tried to do the door lights on reverse, came up with front light sensor failure the engine management light. A few seconds later it was all cleared no lights or errors.

When coding FEM (Front Electronic Module) yes, because the ECU restarts, disconnecting a load of monitored signals.

RustyBitz · 11-07-2017, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by MarkG_M3CP

When coding FEM (Front Electronic Module) yes, because the ECU restarts, disconnecting a load of monitored signals.

Phew thanks MarkG_M3CP i nearly followed through when all the warnings came on.

Is it only the FEM coding that needs ECU restarting?

MarkG_M5Comp · 11-07-2017, 05:28 AM

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Originally Posted by RustyBitz

Phew thanks MarkG_M3CP i nearly followed through when all the warnings came on.

Is it only the FEM coding that needs ECU restarting?

They all restart after coding - when you do 'Combi' you get all the bongs, when you do the 'HUNBT' the screen goes black and restarts, when you do 'FEM', which takes the longest, your heart stops and sometimes you need a tissue...

Best to just close your eyes or walk away I've found

RustyBitz · 11-07-2017, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MarkG_M3CP

They all restart after coding - when you do 'Combi' you get all the bongs, when you do the 'HUNBT' the screen goes black and restarts, when you do 'FEM', which takes the longest, your heart stops and sometimes you need a tissue...

Best to just close your eyes or walk away I've found

That’s exactly what I done, my heart skipped a beat of two!

Why did I choose FEM as the first thing to code?

I’m going to go code crazy when I’m back from my travels.

MarkG_M5Comp · 11-07-2017, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by RustyBitz

Why did I choose FEM as the first thing to code?

Because it's first on the list

We've all done it... don't worry - exactly the question I asked myself first time I coded!

mm0wax · 11-08-2017, 02:51 PM

Where is expert mode on Bimmercode app found?
Hoping to code enhanced BT.

MarkG_M5Comp · 11-08-2017, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mm0wax

Where is expert mode on Bimmercode app found?
Hoping to code enhanced BT.

Only on the IOS version, bottom left of the screen.

Even so it's still only FDL coding; for VO coding you'd need eSys or a list of all the FDL changes needed to enable enhanced Bluetooth (don't know what these are!)

mm0wax · 11-08-2017, 04:35 PM

I'll have to do it via eSys. 👍

Junebug85 · 11-09-2017, 02:29 PM

Ordered an adapter last night after reading all these posts on here!

I'm picking up my F30 in just over a week so I thought in the meantime I'd practice on the car I'm part exchanging (F10 2012).

Being my first attempt at coding, it was a little scary initially but once you get over that it's fine

I've only coded 2 things so far (Fold mirrors on lock & Digital Speedo)

I noticed that the list that come up is different to the demo version and also from what some of the guys on here have said. I didn't have a FEM ECU option come up.

I was able to find the folding mirrors option here:

Car Access System (CAS4_2)
Expert Mode
3003 FH_Master
KMFRT_SCHILIESSEN

Looking forward to doing more coding in the new car soon!

Kit used:

Vgate iCar 3 Wi-Fi OBD
F10 520d
iPhone 6

DexGC · 11-09-2017, 03:55 PM

I just managed to brick my ASD module with Bimmercode. I've coded lots with the app previously and it has worked really well, much less hassle than using the laptop. BUT after making a few separate changes to ASD I got an error and it failed to write the change to the ECU. The ASD module then vanished completely and ASD stopped working - nothing would bring it back. In the end I needed to physically disconnect/reconnect the ASD module in the boot and it finally returned. It does make me much more wary of it though as if the same had happened when coding one of the other modules things could have been far worse.

MarkG_M5Comp · 11-09-2017, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Dex78

I just managed to brick my ASD module with Bimmercode. I've coded lots with the app previously and it has worked really well, much less hassle than using the laptop. BUT after making a few separate changes to ASD I got an error and it failed to write the change to the ECU. The ASD module then vanished completely and ASD stopped working - nothing would bring it back. In the end I needed to physically disconnect/reconnect the ASD module in the boot and it finally returned. It does make me much more wary of it though as if the same had happened when coding one of the other modules things could have been far worse.

That's not really bricked then - just needed a hard reset. Would likely have cleared if the car was switched of for 20/30 minutes.

This happens with eSys sometimes too.

F15CCT · 11-09-2017, 04:31 PM

Can you code camera on whilst driving and tow bar zoom? Would be interested with video in motion too!

DexGC · 11-09-2017, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkG_M3CP

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Originally Posted by Dex78

I just managed to brick my ASD module with Bimmercode. I've coded lots with the app previously and it has worked really well, much less hassle than using the laptop. BUT after making a few separate changes to ASD I got an error and it failed to write the change to the ECU. The ASD module then vanished completely and ASD stopped working - nothing would bring it back. In the end I needed to physically disconnect/reconnect the ASD module in the boot and it finally returned. It does make me much more wary of it though as if the same had happened when coding one of the other modules things could have been far worse.

That's not really bricked then - just needed a hard reset. Would likely have cleared if the car was switched of for 20/30 minutes.

This happens with eSys sometimes too.

Fair point, it seemed rather bricked at the time!
Never had that with esys

Scottiedog · 11-10-2017, 04:51 AM

Tried coding the wife's cooper s but it turned its self off and refused to start until I restored all the original files. Didn't think it worked with the engine off but thankfully it did

M2Andy · 11-10-2017, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Dvr80

I’m using bimmercode on id6 - all ok no issues.
Only thing I’ve noticed is the module to close the tailgate from the button under the dash on my f31 is missing from the latest software.
Stephan from bimmercode is aware and confirmed he’ll address it shortly fingers crossed.
That’s the only thing I’ve not been able to do so far.

Just to update this, Stephan has now added the module to close the tailgate via the interior button on the latest app update

RustyBitz · 11-11-2017, 11:43 AM

More coding today Rolls Royce bigs and bongs

Is they anything worth coding in Expert Mode?

mm0wax · 11-14-2017, 08:06 AM

I see expert mode is available via android now as well, anyone any idea how to code enhanced bt with bimmercode now.
Tia

Sturrock · 11-14-2017, 02:01 PM

As Tia asked, anyone done this yet?

Dr Forinor · 11-14-2017, 02:07 PM

I'm going to explore the Expert Mode in Bimmercode (Android) this week at some point also, shall see if I can find a way to do the Enhanced BT.

Sturrock · 11-14-2017, 03:32 PM

Cheers Fori. I've emailed Stephan so i'll post what/if he gets back.

Stampy1967 · 11-14-2017, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by mm0wax

I see expert mode is available via android now as well, anyone any idea how to code enhanced bt with bimmercode now.
Tia

Hi, Whats the best way to obtain the latest update?

Do you just use the "update data" option on your current app or do you have to download the latest version of Bimmercode app?

Thanks in advance Stampy.

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