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* [https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html Mobile device support update 02] | * [https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html Mobile device support update 02] | ||
| − | == CDV delete == | + | == Popular procedures and mods == |
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| + | === Sunroof calibration === | ||
| + | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFtJ2vWJrQY BMW sunroof calibration] - relearn after disconnection the battery. | ||
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| + | === Fuel consumption readout correction === | ||
| + | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCh3iNBDPh4 Adjust fuel consumption readout correction factor] - adjust correction factor so the estimated fuel consumption matches actual real-world value. | ||
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| + | === Emergency engine shutdown === | ||
| + | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tirkLwQ5io4 BMW emergency engine shutdown] - how to shutdown engine when car is moving. | ||
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| + | === Launch control === | ||
| + | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TML64xdK1xI 2.0 diesel launch control] - how to use launch control with diesel engine with manual transmission. | ||
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| + | === ENET diagnostic cable === | ||
| + | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBM_9i3_4TA Build your ENET cable] - how to make your own BMW ENET diagnostic cable. | ||
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| + | === TPMS reset === | ||
| + | [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbLGWHVpONQ Reset TPMS system in BMW]. | ||
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| + | === 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. | 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. | ||
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== Parts, schematics, diagrams, manuals == | == Parts, schematics, diagrams, manuals == | ||
* [http://www.realoem.com Real OEM] - parts catalog for BMW cars | * [http://www.realoem.com Real OEM] - parts catalog for BMW cars | ||
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* [https://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/ workshop-manuals] - BMW Workshop Manuals | * [https://workshop-manuals.com/bmw/ workshop-manuals] - BMW Workshop Manuals | ||
Latest revision as of 20:56, 31 August 2021
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. EDIABAS contains 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.
Rheingold ISTA
- ISTA-P - programing
- ISTA-D - coding
ISTA+
BMW Scanner
http://www.bmw-scanner.com/?lang=eng
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.
Carista
iOS / Android application with predefined coding options.
Carly for BMW
iOS / Android application with predefined coding options.
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
CC-ID diagnostic codes
All messages that you can see on the instrument cluster are graphical. Some issues are using the same icon, but after changing the CC-ID code that caused the message you can more precisely establish what caused the message.
iDrive update
Multimedia system firmware and GPS navigation maps can be updated by owner, using just a USB memory stick.
Multimedia system firmware
Popular procedures and mods
Sunroof calibration
BMW sunroof calibration - relearn after disconnection the battery.
Fuel consumption readout correction
Adjust fuel consumption readout correction factor - adjust correction factor so the estimated fuel consumption matches actual real-world value.
Emergency engine shutdown
BMW emergency engine shutdown - how to shutdown engine when car is moving.
Launch control
2.0 diesel launch control - how to use launch control with diesel engine with manual transmission.
ENET diagnostic cable
Build your ENET cable - how to make your own BMW ENET diagnostic cable.
TPMS reset
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.
Popular engines
Diesel
Petrol
Parts, schematics, diagrams, manuals
- Real OEM - parts catalog for BMW cars
- workshop-manuals - BMW Workshop Manuals
Online history and factory options
- etk BMW - BMW VIN decoder
- MDecoder - another 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".
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.
- Kombi body version is called Touring.
