Car Software Update

RupertPupkin · 11-04-2011, 02:44 PM

I am curious if anyone knows how to get the delearship (or whoever) to update your car to the latest software? I have a 2006 330i 6MT and I have no idea if the previous owner ever had any updates done. I can find the version through the BC if needed.

Basically what are the costs involved, and how do you get it done? I would like to have the most up to date software on the car before I get the AA tune. Thanks.

dcat151 · 11-04-2011, 02:52 PM

I don't recall the cost, but my software was upgraded when I had my ipod adapter installed by the dealer. They didn't actually ask me if I wanted the upgrade (I have a feeling it was mandatory to get the ipod interface to work); I just came back to pick up my car and noticed that idrive looked different.

I just had my car in for service a few weeks ago and feel like they would have mentioned a software upgrade if a new one were out. So, I think if you just call the dealer, they can tell you the cost and how long it will take to install, etc.

mds54 · 11-04-2011, 03:30 PM

My dealer said there have been four software updates since I purchased my car, but the BMW warranty will only cover them if there is an issue that those updates would fix.
Since I have no problems and didn't want to violate my warranty, I left it as is. YMMV.

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dcat151 Lieutenant 21 Rep 582 Posts Drives: 2006 330i 6MT ZSP/ZPP/ZCW Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Gainesville, GA iTrader: (1)	I don't recall the cost, but my software was upgraded when I had my ipod adapter installed by the dealer. They didn't actually ask me if I wanted the upgrade (I have a feeling it was mandatory to get the ipod interface to work); I just came back to pick up my car and noticed that idrive looked different. I just had my car in for service a few weeks ago and feel like they would have mentioned a software upgrade if a new one were out. So, I think if you just call the dealer, they can tell you the cost and how long it will take to install, etc.
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mds54 E93 Raider 22 Rep 207 Posts Drives: 2011 335is Convertible Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Groveland, CA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 335is Convertible [8.00]	My dealer said there have been four software updates since I purchased my car, but the BMW warranty will only cover them if there is an issue that those updates would fix. Since I have no problems and didn't want to violate my warranty, I left it as is. YMMV.
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