Questions you thought were too stupid to ask

Snave01 · 12-20-2021, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by jsh139

I like using the flash drive because I don’t stream music. Everything I need is on my laptop/phone. I’m an old timer that way, I guess. I like to play playlists from start to finish in the car and I like to keep my “car music” separate from just playing a song or two from my library on my phone while in the house. Doing that usually screws up the queue on the phone. Even though I know you can do a “play next” without clearing it, its a pain and sometimes doesn’t work anyway.

The flash drive is just easier and more consistent. Set it and forget it. If that makes sense.

I don't stream my music either, it's all stored on my phone. If I access music through Apple Music, I always download it.

sunay27 · 12-21-2021, 08:19 AM

Is there a way I can reduce the volume on my infotainment on startup? Now it is too loud, every time I start the car and should reduce it manually

jsh139 · 12-21-2021, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Is there a way I can reduce the volume on my infotainment on startup? Now it is too loud, every time I start the car and should reduce it manually

You can code the maximum volume at startup with Bimmercode. I changed mine from 25% to 20%, but IIRC you can also choose 15%, 10%, and 5%.

sunay27 · 12-21-2021, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jsh139

You can code the maximum volume at startup with Bimmercode. I changed mine from 25% to 20%, but IIRC you can also choose 15%, 10%, and 5%.

Oh it has to be through bimmercode, I was thinking it has to do with some setting on the infotainment.

What OBD adapter are you using? And how much does BimmerCode costs?

jsh139 · 12-21-2021, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Oh it has to be through bimmercode, I was thinking it has to do with some setting on the infotainment.

What OBD adapter are you using? And how much does BimmerCode costs?

If there is a way to do it through the infotainment interface I haven't found it. An OBD adapter costs $35-$75 and the bimmercode app is $32 plus tax, I believe. I use the OBDLink CX Bluetooth, personally.

https://bimmercode.app/adapters/

Admiral · 12-21-2021, 04:14 PM

Why does the dashboard dim when travelling from sunlight to shade, so much that you cannot read anything in the binacles

Snave01 · 12-21-2021, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by jsh139

If there is a way to do it through the infotainment interface I haven't found it. An OBD adapter costs $35-$75 and the bimmercode app is $32 plus tax, I believe. I use the OBDLink CX Bluetooth, personally.

https://bimmercode.app/adapters/

It was $39.99 (I purchased today) on iOS.

sunay27 I bought these and it works great. Not wireless but IMO less hassle with getting a connection, etc.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MECEI14 ~$17
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B099K2B2YJ ~$20 (there is also a 5% coupon)

UncleWede · 12-22-2021, 04:07 PM

How do we get this to be a sticky?

barcelona · 12-22-2021, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleWede

How do we get this to be a sticky?

Good Q and great idea , I think the Moderators decide.

DCruz///NY · 12-22-2021, 05:25 PM

Here's a question about Android Auto and idrive 7. There are two drivers and we set driver profiles with our own individual keys. Both of our android pixel phones are enabled with android auto. However the problem is if my wife used the car last, I have to manually go into "manage mobile" settings and disconnect her phone in order for me to connect to my android auto on my phone. Does anyone have experience with this and android auto. I called the genius line and they were not help.

The other thing is if we are both in the car together with our phones, the idrive 7 will merge all of our call history which is annoying. Is there a way to prioritize the key and driver profile so that only our information such as call logs, text etc are synced to our own key/driver profile? I also asked the genius line and they didn't know.

Hoping someone has some experience with this. Thanks

sunay27 · 12-23-2021, 07:23 PM

Does your car come with the BMW wheel locks? Mine doesn't come with one and I am thinking if I should get one or not. Opinions? Worth getting one?

M40i4me · 12-24-2021, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Does your car come with the BMW wheel locks? Mine doesn't come with one and I am thinking if I should get one or not. Opinions? Worth getting one?

My 2021 did not. Even though I just changed my rims I don’t worry about the possibility. Car break-ins are very rare around here. If it happens they are taking something visible through the windows or trying to take the entire vehicle! I can’t remember the last time I drove by a vehicle missing its wheels. I work in Philly and I drive through some rough areas when I go to the office. I have seen bullets fly so that scares me more!

Shaun170 · 12-24-2021, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Does your car come with the BMW wheel locks? Mine doesn't come with one and I am thinking if I should get one or not. Opinions? Worth getting one?

My 22 has locking wheel bolts from factory.

jsh139 · 12-24-2021, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Shaun170

My 22 has locking wheel bolts from factory.

Same. I didn't specifically order them so I just assumed it was a standard feature.

nord1899 · 12-24-2021, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Does your car come with the BMW wheel locks? Mine doesn't come with one and I am thinking if I should get one or not. Opinions? Worth getting one?

My 2021 did not and I'd rather they not. Its not going to stop a thief and in fact will barely slow them down. And its more just going to annoy the mechanic who has to hope you included the key in a quick to find place.

JJ 911SC · 12-24-2021, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Does your car come with the BMW wheel locks? Mine doesn't come with one and I am thinking if I should get one or not. Opinions? Worth getting one?

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Originally Posted by nord1899

My 2021 did not and I'd rather they not. Its not going to stop a thief and in fact will barely slow them down. And its more just going to annoy the mechanic who has to hope you included the key in a quick to find place.

No, if it does its a dealership option (buried somewhere in the invoice) at twice the price what they are worth and if someone were to steals your set (last time I've see a car on cement block was 1978) you will have better choice wheels.

Shaun170 · 12-25-2021, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by nord1899

My 2021 did not and I'd rather they not. Its not going to stop a thief and in fact will barely slow them down. And its more just going to annoy the mechanic who has to hope you included the key in a quick to find place.

There’s a dedicated slot in the boot under the lift up floor where the locking wheel bolt adaptor lives, so not that hard to find. It’s where I’d look if I was looking for it.

wj100 · 12-25-2021, 06:29 AM

I can't believe I can't figure this out but, what's the easiest way to turn off the parking sensors when going through a car wash?

(and yes, I know car washes are the devil to some)

Thanks!

ergoyo · 12-25-2021, 08:53 AM

For those of us who want to stay clear of Bimmercode (nothing wrong with it, it's just if one's not too savvy or want to tinker with it risking to ruin something, or having to buy the connector, etc.), what are the only options remaining for coding 2-3 simple things in the car? Asking the dealer nicely to do it?

JCLBoston · 12-25-2021, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by wj100

I can't believe I can't figure this out but, what's the easiest way to turn off the parking sensors when going through a car wash?

(and yes, I know car washes are the devil to some)

Thanks!

Oh I'd like to know as well. I've only gone through a car wash a handful of times over 3yrs, but I've yet to figure it out either. It just beeps and bongs all the way down regardless of what I try.

rob175 · 12-25-2021, 09:32 AM

From my experience a dealer will NOT code and I can't imagine they would do it for "free" if you could get one to agree to code. Bimmercode plus connectors would probably cost less than $75...... worst case, you buy it, use it, and sell it after you're done.

As for wheel locks, I don't like them. PITA in general and they don't stop professionals. Professionals would rather take the whole car and chop it behind closed doors.

Oswego79 · 12-25-2021, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by sunay27

Does your car come with the BMW wheel locks? Mine doesn't come with one and I am thinking if I should get one or not. Opinions? Worth getting one?

Nope not for me. That is why I have insurance.
Plus I have had them in other cars and broke the key on two of them. Then spent hours cutting them off !

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rob175 Major 688 Rep 1,116 Posts Drives: BMW X3 xiDrive30 Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Illinois iTrader: (0)	From my experience a dealer will NOT code and I can't imagine they would do it for "free" if you could get one to agree to code. Bimmercode plus connectors would probably cost less than $75...... worst case, you buy it, use it, and sell it after you're done. As for wheel locks, I don't like them. PITA in general and they don't stop professionals. Professionals would rather take the whole car and chop it behind closed doors.
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