Bimmercode coding on G01 - Share you coding changes

Almaretto · 01-10-2019, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by cvee

There is a new bimmercode iOS app update.
Now allows coding BDC and ACSM for G series cars...... BUT you need a specific odb2 adapter.

What is BDC & ACSM..... what coding dies it allow.
The website doesn’t list the things these 2 ecu will allow to be coded.

BDC - main ECU. Controls most functions, some of which are tied to other ECU's. Examples include drive mode, fog lights, and mirrors.

ACSM - seat belt warnings.

Bouliboule · 01-10-2019, 05:20 AM

is it possible with bimmercode to delete the compass on the display behind the wheel ?

i4M50Guy · 01-10-2019, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Almaretto

BDC - main ECU. Controls most functions, some of which are tied to other ECU's. Examples include drive mode, fog lights, and mirrors.

ACSM - seat belt warnings.

Shame about the need for a different adaptor. They seem hard to get and they aren't as cheap as the Vgate one.

Would be good to know what we can code in BDC with Bimmercode vs Esys.

Almaretto · 01-10-2019, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by M140iGuy

Shame about the need for a different adaptor. They seem hard to get and they aren't as cheap as the Vgate one.

Would be good to know what we can code in BDC with Bimmercode vs Esys.

Easy answer: There will never anything that Bimmercode can do that cannot also be coded with E-sys.

teaston · 01-10-2019, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Almaretto

Easy answer: There will never anything that Bimmercode can do that cannot also be coded with E-sys.

But what can you code with e-sys on those 2 ECU’s on the G01?

Almaretto · 01-10-2019, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by teaston

But what can you code with e-sys on those 2 ECU’s on the G01?

Options listed in my profile home page. Additional options as well that I need to update.

teaston · 01-10-2019, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Almaretto

Options listed in my profile home page. Additional options as well that I need to update.

Ok thanks, I’ve now got your G01 pdf, but which of those options are in the BDC ECU? It looks like most of what I used to code on FEM on my F30 is now available as standard on Gxx in idrive settings.

The app update has now given me access to the kafas ECU and options for warnings in the HU_NBT_EVO.

mde83 · 01-10-2019, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by M140iGuy

Shame about the need for a different adaptor. They seem hard to get and they aren't as cheap as the Vgate one.

Would be good to know what we can code in BDC with Bimmercode vs Esys.

This seems like a major FAIL to me. Most folks bought either of the "recommended adapters". If the folks at BimmerCode had thoughts of expanding the capabilities of the program, that required a different, more expensive adapter from Denmark, then they should have marketed the program for that adapter to start with. Instead of dangling this carrot, but requiring a jump through hoops with a second adapter.

Makes you think "Should-a-had-Esys"...instead. And I have the cable already...just thought I was saving myself some aggravation, not having to re-learn how to install E-Sys again on my laptop (laptop that had it before died), and learning how to use it...Plus I like that I can very quickly and easily change things I have changed back and forth depending on the mood (like the Alpina gauges) without having to break out the cable and laptop.

I have coded 90+% of what I wanted. Just still looking to start the car in Adaptive/Sport mode instead of comfort, remove the seat belt warnings (I still use them), etc.

nyalpine90 · 01-10-2019, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Rhidium

Try using the app that was suppose to used with the reader to see if you just connect. Sounds like your device is not connecting to your phone right. Maybe try disconnecting/forgetting the device and reboot everything and try connecting the device.
The 3 times pressing the BMW start button is for maintenance mode for 2019 X3 (not sure if 2018 is the same).

It's part of the BMW 2019 that won't allow connection unless in maintenance mode.. After pressing 3 time quickly, it will show on the dash that it's in maintenance mode.

Where are u getting this info???

I coded my x3 with Vgate (VLINK) few weeks ago. I use the same adapter for F26. I have M animation, legal disclaimer off.

fw_fw · 01-10-2019, 08:26 AM

Planning on Bimmercode-ing this weekend on my 2018 xDrive30i, quick question that is unclear : I know ASD is activated on a M40i, is it activated from the factory on an xDrive30i? If so, I want to disable it, but don't want to turn something off in Bimmercode that isn't there in case that may cause an issue....

i4M50Guy · 01-10-2019, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Almaretto

Easy answer: There will never anything that Bimmercode can do that cannot also be coded with E-sys.

I know that. But it would be good to know how much Bimmercode can do for these ECUs.

mde83 · 01-10-2019, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by M140iGuy

I know that. But it would be good to know how much Bimmercode can do for these ECUs.

You do realize that Almaretto is not affiliated with BimmerCode in any way, right? In fact he has done SOOOO much for the BMW community with regards to helping folks with E-Sys and coding using that software. He has been getting people set up and running on E-Sys for years on the BMW forums. And he is also, I believe, a paid coder - meaning you have the cable, and software, and he can remotely code for a fee.

The fact that Almaretto answers any questions about BimmerCode is above and beyond as far as I am concerned. Especially since using BimmerCode instead of E-Sys could take money out of his pocket...

The BimmerCode people should be here answering our questions...

teaston · 01-10-2019, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by mde83

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Originally Posted by M140iGuy

I know that. But it would be good to know how much Bimmercode can do for these ECUs.

You do realize that Almaretto is not affiliated with BimmerCode in any way, right? In fact he has done SOOOO much for the BMW community with regards to helping folks with E-Sys and coding using that software. He has been getting people set up and running on E-Sys for years on the BMW forums. And he is also, I believe, a paid coder - meaning you have the cable, and software, and he can remotely code for a fee.

The fact that Almaretto answers any questions about BimmerCode is above and beyond as far as I am concerned. Especially since using BimmerCode instead of E-Sys could take money out of his pocket...

The BimmerCode people should be here answering our questions...

That's all well and good, but it would still be good to know what can be coded in the BDC module!

Rhidium · 01-10-2019, 09:25 AM

What adapter are they recommending now?

mde83 · 01-10-2019, 09:44 AM

teaston yeah I hear you. I cannot find the list of options Almaretto referred to in his “profile home page”.

therealtk · 01-10-2019, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by mde83

teaston yeah I hear you. I cannot find the list of options Almaretto referred to in his “profile home page”.

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jbh59z7mi...tions.pdf?dl=0

teaston · 01-10-2019, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by therealtk

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jbh59z7mi...tions.pdf?dl=0

Yes I've seen the pdf, but still don't know which of those options are in the BDC ecu on bimmercode.

MechX3M40i · 01-10-2019, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by fw_fw

Planning on Bimmercode-ing this weekend on my 2018 xDrive30i, quick question that is unclear : I know ASD is activated on a M40i, is it activated from the factory on an xDrive30i? If so, I want to disable it, but don't want to turn something off in Bimmercode that isn't there in case that may cause an issue....

I think ASD is only set up on M40i and M40d...

Rhidium · 01-10-2019, 06:19 PM

Where can you get the Unicarscan in the USA for the bimmercode app? Looks like it's a German company.

Wondering it's only working on the Unicarscan because he is using this as his test bed and hasn't tested it on other devices... Can't see why Unicarscan works and why others wouldn't.

teaston · 01-10-2019, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Rhidium

Where can you get the Unicarscan in the USA for the bimmercode app? Looks like it's a German company.

Wondering it's only working on the Unicarscan because he is using this as his test bed and hasn't tested it on other devices... Can't see why Unicarscan works and why others wouldn't.

It definitely doesn’t work on my Vgate 2 wifi. Hopefully he brings the new functionality to all the adapters.

Rhidium · 01-10-2019, 06:29 PM

The Android update has no mention of the UniCarScan adapter...
It does however state it updated:

Custom value input in expert mode
Fixed connection problem with OBDLink adapters

BobsM3Coupe · 01-10-2019, 07:04 PM

I got to do some coding. I guess I wasn't pressing the s/s button quick enough to get into the maintenance mode.
Anyway, I noticed after coding the instrument cluster with the "M" choice, that the choice to go back to "M40i" seems to be lost. All kinds of other models are there, but no M40i.
Even though the M is nice, I would probably have stuck with the M40i.

Also even though it says it coded the remote fob Long Press to Close Liftgate feature, it doesn't work.

For the heck of it, I coded the ASD off and took a ride. I didn't get 2 miles before I turned around and changed it back on. Boring with it off.

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