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* [[BMW Business CD]] | * [[BMW Business CD]] | ||
* [[BMW Professional CD]] | * [[BMW Professional CD]] | ||
| − | * [[BMW CIC Navigation]] | + | * [[BMW CIC iDrive Navigation]] |
| − | * [[BMW CCC Navigation]] | + | * [[BMW CCC iDrive Navigation]] |
| − | * [[BMW NBT Navigation]] | + | * [[BMW NBT iDrive Navigation]] |
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| − | == Reset service reminders == | + | === Reset service reminders === |
After performing regular maintenance service in BMW cars you can reset service reminders without diagnostic interface. You can do so for the following reminders: | After performing regular maintenance service in BMW cars you can reset service reminders without diagnostic interface. You can do so for the following reminders: | ||
* general inspection | * general inspection | ||
Revision as of 21:45, 6 July 2017
Contents
Diagnostic and coding software
Software and hardware used to perform full service diagnostics, enable and adjust features, and retrofit optional equipment.
EDIABAS
Software used officially by BMW dealers and services. Contains main programs responsible for performing different tasks on a BMW car. Usually installed with BMW Standard Tools installer containing the following software:
- INPA - diagnostics
- NCS-Expert - coding
- WinKFP - firmware updates
Software above requires data files called SP-Daten that contain detailed information about modules installed in different BMW models.
ISTA
BMWAiCoder
NCS Dummy
Coding helper for NCS-Expert that provides english descriptions and values for most popular functions available for coding.
BMW Coding Tool
NCS-Expert guide and helper, SP-Daten files automatic updater.
BMW Coding Database
Online database designed to store and share tips about coding modifications.
Carly
Module names
- CAS - Car/Comfort Access System
- CCC - Car Communication Computer
- DSC - Dynamic stability control
- DWA - Alarm System
- FRM - Foot space module
- HVAC - Auxiliary Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
- KOMBI - Instrument Cluster
- PDC - Park Distance Control
Codeable features
Select your car to check which features are available.
Hidden features
All modern BMW cars have instrument cluster hidden diagnostic menu which can be accessed by car owner in order to perform few basic tests and view live data from various car sensors.
Radio and navigation units have hidden menus that provide access to diagnostic data and some advanced settings.
Reset service reminders
After performing regular maintenance service in BMW cars you can reset service reminders without diagnostic interface. You can do so for the following reminders:
- general inspection
- front brakes
- rear brakes
- legal reminder
- emission
iDrive update
Navigation system firmware can be updated by owner, using just a USB memory stick. Download update here
CDV delete
Clutch Delay Valve is installed in manual transmissions for a smoother clutch operation by restricting hydraulic flow. Unfortunately started causing problems on low revs with a noticeable jerky behavior.
Parts, schematics, diagrams
- Real OEM - parts catalog for BMW cars.
Online history and factory options
- BMW VIN - BMW VIN decoder
- BmwStyleWheels - All BMW wheel styles
What is LCI?
It means Life Cycle Impulse - this term is used by BMW when a car gets a "facelift".
Engine naming
BMW no longer encodes engine displacement volume in cars badge. For example BMW E87 with badges: 116d, 118d, 120d, 123d all have 2.0 liter diesel engines.
