[OneLowban]

Hello,

I was wondering if anyone could tell me how I could find out the coding potential of my car, it's a F30 328i but I believe it has the most basic options, no Bluetooth audio etc.

I was thinking to get Carly and a wire to do it myself, or BimmerCode and a wire/Bluetooth adapter, which is better? and which Bluetooth adapter is best?

Would also just like to know the options actually possible to me with my car being so basic?

Any help appreciated, cheers.

[muffking]

Carly or Bimmercode ehh


Easiest way to find out is buy a £15 adaptor and try the free versions of either software to see what can be done, then pay for the software to unlock what can be coded.

[OneLowban]

Originally Posted by muffking

Carly or Bimmercode ehh


Easiest way to find out is buy a £15 adaptor and try the free versions of either software to see what can be done, then pay for the software to unlock what can be coded.

Haha.

Thanks. I’ve read somewhere people saying their car has 6XX and there’s different versions or something to do with the iDrive? How do I find out which one I have and is there a list of coding available to each version specifically?

Cheers

[OneLowban]

Been reading and I think I need a 'combox' to code Bluetooth audio, can anyone tell me how to find out if my car has one please?

[sspade]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Been reading and I think I need a 'combox' to code Bluetooth audio, can anyone tell me how to find out if my car has one please?

Under the trunk liner.

[OneLowban]

Originally Posted by sspade

Under the trunk liner.

Thanks will have a look later. Brief description of what it looks like?

[muffking]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Been reading and I think I need a 'combox' to code Bluetooth audio, can anyone tell me how to find out if my car has one please?

Yes that's correct. Hopefully someone will be able to say where it is. Although someone I know did retrofit one in a 5 series.

[Soul_Glo]

Get your adapter and BimmerCode app. Then follow this:

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1414327

Any questions about EBT? Go here:

Idiots guide to coding EBT https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=961515

[OneLowban]

Thanks guys.

[Soul_Glo]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Thanks guys.

Hit the appreciation button if you feel the need to thank anyone. Good luck with your coding and let us know how you get on.

[OneLowban]

Originally Posted by Surg_Capt_R

Hit the appreciation button if you feel the need to thank anyone. Good luck with your coding and let us know how you get on.

Thanks for that didn’t even notice it as it looks greyed out.

Is the boot liner easy to take out or does it involve screws etc?

Edit: just checked, no combox. Never mind I will just stick with my Bluetooth adapter for audio until I eventually get a new car.

Is there still a lot of things I could code via bimmercode that’s worth it?

[Soul_Glo]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Thanks for that didn't even notice it as it looks greyed out.

Is the boot liner easy to take out or does it involve screws etc?

Edit: just checked, no combox. Never mind I will just stick with my Bluetooth adapter for audio until I eventually get a new car.

Is there still a lot of things I could code via bimmercode that's worth it?

Flap lifts up. Pull forward and remove. No flap? Lift from the edge.

[OneLowban]

Originally Posted by Surg_Capt_R

Flap lifts up. Pull forward and remove. No flap? Lift from the edge.

Thanks mate yeah it was as simple as lifting it up and sliding forward however the combox space was empty.

Given the situation of my car, would it still be possible to code a few things I've read around such as:

- wing mirrors dip in reverse?

- door handle lights on in reverse?

- anything else similar you all would recommend?

Cheers.

[Soul_Glo]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Thanks mate yeah it was as simple as lifting it up and sliding forward however the combox space was empty.

Given the situation of my car, would it still be possible to code a few things I've read around such as:

- wing mirrors dip in reverse?

- door handle lights on in reverse?

- anything else similar you all would recommend?

Cheers.

Wing mirror dip in reverse. Slide your mirror switch if I remember to the right.

Lights on reverse depends if you have the extended light package.

Otherwise? Mirror fold on lock if you have electric folding mirrors. Enhanced Bluetooth if you haven't done already. DRL brightness increase to 70-80% if you have LED lights.

[OneLowban]

Originally Posted by Surg_Capt_R

Wing mirror dip in reverse. Slide your mirror switch if I remember to the right.

Lights on reverse depends if you have the extended light package.

Otherwise? Mirror fold on lock if you have electric folding mirrors. Enhanced Bluetooth if you haven't done already. DRL brightness increase to 70-80% if you have LED lights.

Appreciate the help mate.

However I don't have electric mirrors, extended light package or a combox so I think coding is no real use to my car at the moment.

[Soul_Glo]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Appreciate the help mate.

However I don't have electric mirrors, extended light package or a combox so I think coding is no real use to my car at the moment.

Before you give up here is a list of coding that may or may not apply to your car depending on what you have:

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...8;d=1435767715

It's also worth while decoding your VIN. Google BMW vin decoder. There are a few sites. Then you know exactly what kit you have.

[sspade]

Originally Posted by OneLowban

Appreciate the help mate.

However I don't have electric mirrors, extended light package or a combox so I think coding is no real use to my car at the moment.

I disagree... still worth the investment. You are able to code A LOT more things than you realize.

Sports Automatic Transmission (also Sport+ and Launch Control)

Seatbelt warning / Disclaimer delete

///M graphics on dash

If you ever want to change your bulbs to LED you can also code out of hot/cold checks so that they dont flicker.

These are just a few things that come to mind...

[OneLowban]

Originally Posted by sspade

I disagree... still worth the investment. You are able to code A LOT more things than you realize.

Sports Automatic Transmission (also Sport+ and Launch Control)

Seatbelt warning / Disclaimer delete

///M graphics on dash

If you ever want to change your bulbs to LED you can also code out of hot/cold checks so that they dont flicker.

These are just a few things that come to mind...

Originally Posted by Surg_Capt_R

Before you give up here is a list of coding that may or may not apply to your car depending on what you have:

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/at...8&d=1435767715

It's also worth while decoding your VIN. Google BMW vin decoder. There are a few sites. Then you know exactly what kit you have.

Thanks a lot again, I guess I might still give it a try. I put my VIN in and it said this:

L812A National version England / Ireland
P337A M Sports package
S1CAA Selection of COP relevant vehicles
S216A Hydro steering-servotronic
S230A Extra package, EU-specific
S249A Multifunction f steering wheel
S258A Tire with run-flat functionality
S2PAA Wheel bolt retainer
S2PFA BMW LA wheel M Star Spoke 403
S302A Alarm system
S423A Floor mats, velours
S428A Warning triangle and first aid kit
S431A Interior mirror with automatic-dip
S481A Sports seat
S497A Centre armrest, rear
S4ADA Interior trim strips, alu, brushed, fine
S4DLA Accent strips, black, high-gloss
S4NEA Blow-by heater
S508A Park Distance Control (PDC)
S520A Fog lights
S521A Rain sensor
S534A Automatic air conditioning
S544A Cruise control with brake function
S563A Light package
S575A Supplementary 12V sockets
S5DAA Passenger airbag deactivation
S654A DAB tuner
S698A Area-Code 2 for DVD
S6AAA BMW TeleServices
S6ABA Control for Teleservices
S6NHA Hands-free with USB interface
S704A M Sports suspension
S710A M leather steering wheel
S715A M Aerodynamics package
S760A High gloss shadow line
S775A Headlining anthracite
S850A Dummy-SALAPA
S853A Language version English
S880A On-board vehicle literature English
S8KAA Dummy-SALAPA
S8S2A Coding alarm signal
S8S3A Automatic locking when driving off
S8SCA Telematics access request,country-spec.
S8SMA Car ident. number visible from outside
S8TGA Thiefproofing device
S8V1A Label

Anything decent with that?

[Kal101]

Down load the free version of Bimmercode and see what can be done before splashing out or put out a shout for anyone local to help out if they’ve got Bimmercode

People are generally helpful on here but just don’t let the word out - we have a reputation to protect.

[OneLowban]

Yeah I think I may ask if anyone local has it when I'm ready that might be a better idea, cheers.