Coding? Why BMW left out so many cool things!

///M1 · 10-16-2012, 11:16 PM

With the help of a local coder, i was able to get a ton of useful features on my 1///M (as well as get a bunch of annoying ones off). As far as warranty, no issues, these are BMW enabled/disabled options, so you are simply toggling on/off functions just as you would certain items through the iDrive.

Here are some things I did on my car:

Some 'unlocked' items are 'cool' in nature, others functional, others just nuisances that were just aggravating to deal with on a daily basis. So from memory here are some of the many features that got done:

1. Disable iDrive Disclaimer (eliminates silly US legal disclaimer upon every iDrive start)
2. Automatically unlock doors once engine is off (eliminates tedious double-pull of door handle for exit)
3. Window 'safety' feature disabled - allows for your windows to continue going up even if you open the door (chalk that to one of several nuisances)
4. Instant MPG reading (now part of the BC options to display)
5. Efficient dynamics (shows you optimal gear to be in, more as a cool feature to have rather than to necessarily drive by)
6. Amber lights disabled when headlights are on (i.e. only AE and eyebrow lit up - basically Euro mode)
7. DVD in motion (watch videos beyond the 3 km/h restriction, at your own risk not recommending or endorsing it naturally)
8. Door gong delete
9. Auto retracting mirrors when you lock car if holding key (or door lock with finger for those with CA) for more than 2 secs. If quick lock, mirrors stay open (i.e. so you don't have to retract them every time you lock the car, only when you need to).
10. One-touch windows close and open with fob or hand for those with CA (I believe we only had the close option from factory, not open)
11. Double frequency blinkers when emergency flashers are on (when ignition on and in flasher mode, the blinkers have a different/higher repeat frequency then that of the turn signal frequency, brings more awareness as it is a: quick double flash, pause, quick double flash, pause). Note that individual turn signala are unaffected, this is only applicable when emergency flashers are on.

There is a plethora of other options one can tinker with, for example:
1. Recalibrate fuel reserve warning light (1/8th of a tank, 1/4 of a tank, etc.)
2. Fog lights on when braking
3. Fuel station icon auto pop up on Nav when fuel reserve is hit
etc. etc. etc.

Rob///M5 · 10-17-2012, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M1

With the help of a local coder, i was able to get a ton of useful features on my 1///M (as well as get a bunch of annoying ones off). As far as warranty, no issues, these are BMW enabled/disabled options, so you are simply toggling on/off functions just as you would certain items through the iDrive.

Damn, sign me up. All of those items are useful upgrades. I'd also like to add tire pressure monitor with PSI data and speed governor delete to the list.

AgentZero · 10-18-2012, 09:00 AM

If anyone in the Northern NJ area would like info of someone who can do this, PM me.

AGS · 10-18-2012, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AgentZero

If anyone in the Northern NJ area would like info of someone who can do this, PM me.

Yes please. Sending PM.

///M1 · 10-18-2012, 10:31 AM

Anyone close to NYC that wants coding FREE (yes, you read that correct, guy is awesome), see this thread:

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=495918

k_evink · 10-18-2012, 09:43 PM

Anyone know of a place that does it in Toronto or the GTA?

Mon5ter · 10-21-2012, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by k_evink

Anyone know of a place that does it in Toronto or the GTA?

+1

LAKEOM5 · 10-21-2012, 11:42 PM

Anyone know a good quality coder in Portland Or or Seattle Wa area?

Shadi · 11-17-2012, 03:05 AM

Anyone in la that can help a brother out with this??

Ringway12 · 03-16-2017, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wdimagineer

If anybody in the Bay Area needs coding done, PM me. I was one of the first to start playing with the F10 chassis and there's tons of potential.

Hi,
Im new to this forum.. I font know if you are still active on here. I have a questiom fir you about F10 coding noticed you have done abit of coding in regards to the F10 spec.

I have a UK F10 520d September 2010 build and annoyingly have my dipped beams on at the same time as my angel eyes DRL and I cannot seem to find anyway of having only my angel eyes DRL googled and lucky enough came across this forum with good knowledge.

If you will be able to help me out in getting my DRL coded i will be well over the moon for that.

Thanks

10-16-2012, 11:16 PM	#23
///M1 Brigadier General 276 Rep 3,164 Posts Drives: Many Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: North of 7K RPM iTrader: (1) Garage List 2020 BMW M2 CS [0.00] 1994 Audi RS2 Avant [0.00] 2021 Audi RS6 Avant [0.00] 1988 BMW E30 M3 [0.00] 2011 BMW 1///M [0.00] 2017 BMW F80 M3 30 ... [0.00] 2018 Porsche 991.2 GT3 [0.00] 2015 Porsche Macan ... [0.00] 1998 Porsche 993 C4S [0.00] 1994 Lancia Delta I ... [0.00] 2008 Audi RS4 [0.00]	With the help of a local coder, i was able to get a ton of useful features on my 1///M (as well as get a bunch of annoying ones off). As far as warranty, no issues, these are BMW enabled/disabled options, so you are simply toggling on/off functions just as you would certain items through the iDrive. Here are some things I did on my car: Some 'unlocked' items are 'cool' in nature, others functional, others just nuisances that were just aggravating to deal with on a daily basis. So from memory here are some of the many features that got done: 1. Disable iDrive Disclaimer (eliminates silly US legal disclaimer upon every iDrive start) 2. Automatically unlock doors once engine is off (eliminates tedious double-pull of door handle for exit) 3. Window 'safety' feature disabled - allows for your windows to continue going up even if you open the door (chalk that to one of several nuisances) 4. Instant MPG reading (now part of the BC options to display) 5. Efficient dynamics (shows you optimal gear to be in, more as a cool feature to have rather than to necessarily drive by) 6. Amber lights disabled when headlights are on (i.e. only AE and eyebrow lit up - basically Euro mode) 7. DVD in motion (watch videos beyond the 3 km/h restriction, at your own risk not recommending or endorsing it naturally) 8. Door gong delete 9. Auto retracting mirrors when you lock car if holding key (or door lock with finger for those with CA) for more than 2 secs. If quick lock, mirrors stay open (i.e. so you don't have to retract them every time you lock the car, only when you need to). 10. One-touch windows close and open with fob or hand for those with CA (I believe we only had the close option from factory, not open) 11. Double frequency blinkers when emergency flashers are on (when ignition on and in flasher mode, the blinkers have a different/higher repeat frequency then that of the turn signal frequency, brings more awareness as it is a: quick double flash, pause, quick double flash, pause). Note that individual turn signala are unaffected, this is only applicable when emergency flashers are on. There is a plethora of other options one can tinker with, for example: 1. Recalibrate fuel reserve warning light (1/8th of a tank, 1/4 of a tank, etc.) 2. Fog lights on when braking 3. Fuel station icon auto pop up on Nav when fuel reserve is hit etc. etc. etc. __________________ *2011 BMW E82 1///M: AW, all options; Renntech, Akrapovic, Forge, P3, RevoZ CF bits, many mods 1988 BMW E30 M3: Hennarot, S14, stock 2018 Porsche 991.2 GT3: PtS, CXX, LWBS, PCCB 1998 Porsche 993 C4S: Zenith Blue, last aircooled widebody, Bilstein PSS10, Fister II + Fabspeed exhaust 2008 Audi B7 RS 4*: Sprint Blue, Audi Exclusive Euro Bucket Interior, Premium+Titanium, many mods
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///M1 Brigadier General 276 Rep 3,164 Posts Drives: Many Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: North of 7K RPM iTrader: (1) Garage List 2020 BMW M2 CS [0.00] 1994 Audi RS2 Avant [0.00] 2021 Audi RS6 Avant [0.00] 1988 BMW E30 M3 [0.00] 2011 BMW 1///M [0.00] 2017 BMW F80 M3 30 ... [0.00] 2018 Porsche 991.2 GT3 [0.00] 2015 Porsche Macan ... [0.00] 1998 Porsche 993 C4S [0.00] 1994 Lancia Delta I ... [0.00] 2008 Audi RS4 [0.00]	Anyone close to NYC that wants coding FREE (yes, you read that correct, guy is awesome), see this thread: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=495918 __________________ *2011 BMW E82 1///M: AW, all options; Renntech, Akrapovic, Forge, P3, RevoZ CF bits, many mods 1988 BMW E30 M3: Hennarot, S14, stock 2018 Porsche 991.2 GT3: PtS, CXX, LWBS, PCCB 1998 Porsche 993 C4S: Zenith Blue, last aircooled widebody, Bilstein PSS10, Fister II + Fabspeed exhaust 2008 Audi B7 RS 4*: Sprint Blue, Audi Exclusive Euro Bucket Interior, Premium+Titanium, many mods
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