Bimmer Codes offer a powerful way to customize your BMW and unlock hidden features. This guide details coding modifications successfully implemented on a UK-spec BMW running 07/20.54 software using Bimmercode in both standard and expert modes. Remember, coding your car carries inherent risks. Ensure compatibility with your software version and modules to avoid potential damage. While these codes worked flawlessly on the test vehicle, proceed with caution, especially in expert mode.
Standard Mode Coding: Simple Tweaks for Enhanced Driving
Several customizations can be achieved through Bimmercode’s standard mode, offering noticeable improvements to the driving experience:
Head Unit (MGU) Adjustments:
- Remove Legal Disclaimers: Eliminate distracting disclaimers on startup.
- M Startup Animation: Enjoy a sportier startup sequence.
- Video in Motion: Enable video playback while the car is in motion (for passenger use only).
- Radio Volume at Startup: Set the default radio volume to 50%.
- Tire Pressure and Temperature Display: Simultaneously display both tire pressure and temperature readings.
- Front DRL Checkbox: Add a convenient checkbox to control Daytime Running Lights within iDrive.
Body Domain Controller (BDC) Modifications:
- Adaptive Mode on Startup: Start the car directly in adaptive mode.
- Light/Rain Sensor Sensitivity: Adjust the sensitivity of the automatic light and rain sensors.
- Disable Passenger Mirror Tilt in Reverse: Deactivate the automatic tilting of the passenger mirror when reversing.
- Rear LEDs with Front DRLs: Activate the rear LED lights along with the front DRLs.
- Boot Opening Delay: Reduce the trunk opening delay to one second.
- Disable Horn on Lock with Engine Running: Prevent the horn from sounding when locking the car with the engine running.
- Remove Window Lifter Interruption: Allow uninterrupted window operation when opening the door.
Enhancing Safety and Comfort:
- Advanced Crash Safety Module (ACSM): Disable seat belt chimes for both driver and passenger. Adjust the rearview camera’s activation distance to 50km and 50m.
- Engine Control Unit (DME): Enable memory for the last used air conditioning settings and allow automatic air conditioning settings to be used in manual mode.
- Instrument Cluster (DKOMBI): Change the dashboard layout to the sporty Alpina style.
- Power Tailgate Module (HKFM): Enable closing the tailgate with a short press on the remote.
Unlocking Advanced Features with Expert Mode
Expert mode in Bimmercode opens up a world of more advanced customizations, requiring a deeper understanding of the vehicle’s systems. Here are some notable examples:
Enabling Sport+ and Comfort+ Modes:
- Body Domain Controller (BDC): Access “3221 PfFesMaster > fes” and change “FesSportWorldMode1” to “SportExpert.” Enable Comfort+ by navigating to “3221 PfFesMaster > fes > comfort plus” and activating “Comfort Plus.”
- Head Unit (MGU): Activate Sport+ and Comfort+ options in the iDrive menu by changing “nicht aktiv” to “aktiv” within “3008 > Fes_sport_Expert” and “3008 > Fes_Comfort_Plus,” respectively.
Enhancing Convenience and Control:
- Automatic Steering Wheel Heat: Enable automatic steering wheel heating in iDrive through “3000 HMI SPEECH > AKT_Auto_Lenkradheizung > aktiv” (Head Unit – MGU). Activate the function itself within the BDC by setting “LHZ_ CCM_IKF” to “aktiv” in “3142 PfLinLRE” and “IKF_ENABLE: ikf_alle_sitze” in “3450 Others 1.”
- Rear Camera Zoom for Towing: Activate the rear camera zoom function for easier trailer hitching by setting “Macro_trailer_coupling” to “active” in “300B Parken” (Head Unit – MGU).
- Bowers & Wilkins HiFi and Equalizer: Enhance your audio experience by changing the parameters from “alev3-Ram” to “alev4-Ram” in “3002 – Audio Broadcast – Audio System” (Head Unit – MGU).
Conclusion: Tailoring Your BMW Experience with Bimmer Codes
Bimmer Codes empower BMW owners to personalize their driving experience by unlocking hidden features and customizing various settings. From simple convenience tweaks in standard mode to more advanced modifications in expert mode, Bimmercode offers a comprehensive suite of options. Remember to proceed cautiously, ensuring compatibility and understanding the potential risks involved before making any changes. With careful application, Bimmer Codes can transform your BMW into a truly bespoke machine.
