Question: best self-coding option: BimmerCode?

classyfast · 07-31-2018, 09:06 AM

Easy question, is BimmerCode the best self-coding option for me? I'm not super computer/coding savvy and don't want to fuck anything up. I've read horror stories about Carly, so I was swayed from it.

Let me know what you guys think

jsouth · 07-31-2018, 01:17 PM

I have Bimmercode and love it. Bimmercode won't register a new battery, Carly will. But Stephan at Bimmercode is currently working on that feature.

classyfast · 07-31-2018, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jsouth

I have Bimmercode and love it. Bimmercode won't register a new battery, Carly will. But Stephan at Bimmercode is currently working on that feature.

Okay cool, I've never owned any of my Bmw's in the last 17 years long enough to replace a battery so that's not an issue! (Own them under warranty only, sell them before it runs out!).

As far as user-friendly features go.....if I'm not a programming genius, can I fuck my dme up? How easy is this thing to use and code?

I just want the folding mirrors, the M startup shit, and to code off my front Amber running light but of course have it remain blinking

sevenn · 07-31-2018, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by classyfast

Okay cool, I've never owned any of my Bmw's in the last 17 years long enough to replace a battery so that's not an issue! (Own them under warranty only, sell them before it runs out!).

As far as user-friendly features go.....if I'm not a programming genius, can I fuck my dme up? How easy is this thing to use and code?

I just want the folding mirrors, the M startup shit, and to code off my front Amber running light but of course have it remain blinking

You can download it from the App Store / Google Play for free and try the demo. I use this and it is very simple. Don't use expert mode and you can't make mistakes.

sspade · 07-31-2018, 04:21 PM

BimmerCode and BimmerLink is the best combo going for someone not super well versed in coding (like me).

Cant really fuck anything up unless you try to. Take your time and pay attention to what you are doing and you'll be fine.

You also need an Vgate iCar WiFi device as well.

All in, its under a $100 investment and be able to code just about anything you want as well as read and clear trouble codes.

Highly recommend this set up!

classyfast · 07-31-2018, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by sspade

BimmerCode and BimmerLink is the best combo going for someone not super well versed in coding (like me).

Cant really fuck anything up unless you try to. Take your time and pay attention to what you are doing and you'll be fine.

You'll need an Vgate iCar WiFi device as well.

All in, its under a $100 investment and be able to code just about anything you want as well as read and clear codes.

Highly recommend this set up!

Okay cool. Can you post links for the exact change I need?? I will be using iOS, ip7 to be exact. Is it okay to go WiFi? Can the phone handle the coding data sufficiently?

sspade · 07-31-2018, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by classyfast

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Originally Posted by sspade

BimmerCode and BimmerLink is the best combo going for someone not super well versed in coding (like me).

Cant really fuck anything up unless you try to. Take your time and pay attention to what you are doing and you'll be fine.

You'll need an Vgate iCar WiFi device as well.

All in, its under a $100 investment and be able to code just about anything you want as well as read and clear codes.

Highly recommend this set up!

Okay cool. Can you post links for the exact change I need??

This is the exact one that I bought:

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F113149604629

Both apps are easily found in App Store.

I have an iPhone and cant necessarily guarantee this will work for Android.

sspade · 07-31-2018, 04:32 PM

Hold up...

That one does say Android, lol.

This is the iOS one:

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F332548942223

Doubt there any different, maybe ask seller before purchase.

sspade · 07-31-2018, 04:37 PM

Just asked them for you.

sevenn · 07-31-2018, 04:45 PM

The simplest solution: http://bimmercodeapp.com/adapter/

IH8I405 · 07-31-2018, 05:25 PM

I love BimmerCode! I plan to purchase BimmerLink as well soon.

classyfast · 07-31-2018, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by IH8I405

I love BimmerCode! I plan to purchase BimmerLink as well soon.

What's bimmer link? The pro version?

sspade · 07-31-2018, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by sevenn

The simplest solution: http://bimmercodeapp.com/adapter/

Thats what I said, Vgate iCar WiFi.

sspade · 07-31-2018, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by classyfast

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Originally Posted by IH8I405

I love BimmerCode! I plan to purchase BimmerLink as well soon.

What's bimmer link? The pro version?

Allows you to view and clear codes as well as control exhaust flap and a few other things I cant remember.

classyfast · 07-31-2018, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by sspade

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Originally Posted by classyfast

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Originally Posted by IH8I405

I love BimmerCode! I plan to purchase BimmerLink as well soon.

What's bimmer link? The pro version?

Allows you to view and clear codes as well as control exhaust flap and a few other things I cant remember.

Okay gotcha

rlmesq · 07-31-2018, 07:55 PM

Any idea if BimmerLink is planning an Android version?

sspade · 07-31-2018, 08:09 PM

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Any idea if BimmerLink is planning an Android version?

Not sure... you could try messaging them via website... I have found them to be VERY responsive.

jsouth · 07-31-2018, 08:46 PM

Read the Bimmercode website for current recommendations. Stephan recommends bluetooth over wifi, and is currently NOT recommending Vgate until they solve a supplier problem.

sspade · 07-31-2018, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by jsouth

Read the Bimmercode website for current recommendations. Stephan recommends bluetooth over wifi, and is currently NOT recommending Vgate until they solve a supplier problem.

eeek.

He 100% told me to get Vgate WiFi but that was 7 or 8 months ago.

I have not had a single issue with my unit. Honest to god... I would never intentionally steer someone wrong...

jsouth · 08-01-2018, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by sspade

eeek.

He 100% told me to get Vgate WiFi but that was 7 or 8 months ago.

I have not had a single issue with my unit. Honest to god... I would never intentionally steer someone wrong...

I have a Vgate as well -- wifi. Works fine. Apparently they had some supplier issues making their currently sold units unreliable.

I was not casting aspersions on anyone -- just noting that I saw that information on the Bimmercode site earlier in the day. Your reputation is someone who helps everyone on this forum!

classyfast · 08-01-2018, 10:12 AM

I just picked this one up. Should be good to go followed links from bimmercode.

Question for after coding. If I get software updates at Bmw, will my changes in coding be erased?

DarkStarBimmer · 08-01-2018, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by classyfast

I just picked this one up. Should be good to go followed links from bimmercode.

Question for after coding. If I get software updates at Bmw, will my changes in coding be erased?

you will have to recode after updates and you will also need to reset your presets after coding

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