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      08-10-2017, 08:09 AM   #1
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Coding DIY

Hey guys,

I just started coding my car this AM and it is amazingly simple, here is what you need:

Buy this:

Vgate Wifi iCar2 OBDII Elm327 Supports all OBDII protocols Code Reader for IOS iPhone iPad Android PC(Black)

Download this to code:

Bimmercode - on app store

Buy the unlimited coding package - $26.99

And your all set just follow the instructions.

Once you get the vgate:

Plug into your port

Turn on ignition (don't have to start engine)

Connect to the module via wifi from your phone

Open app

Connect to the vgate and your off!

FYI I have no association with any of these companies just thought I'd share the knowledge to help others out!
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thanks for sharing! I feel like we are on the same timeline/journey on modding our x5ms! I actually just started inquiring about the coding options. Do you have to leave the vgate plugged in? What options are there?



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thanks for sharing! I feel like we are on the same timeline/journey on modding our x5ms! I actually just started inquiring about the coding options. Do you have to leave the vgate plugged in? What options are there?



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Yessir, sweet ride over there, nice you were able to pick it up with some mods already included!

I'm not sure, I don't think so, will keep you updated as I learn more!
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Lots of info on the F15 side.
Coding your X5 the easy way http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1391908
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Lots of info on the F15 side.
Coding your X5 the easy way http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1391908
Awesome thanks!
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Wow this has turned out to be pretty fun!
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You use the app?
Yep but to do the lighting you have to go into expert mode
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Ya I used the cheat sheet to try and guide me but I couldn't see any options to change that would change colors. This is what mine showed.
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I followed this but where is says colors I don't have anything like that. Nothing that says hellrot or hellblu or whatever. Just what it says in the pics.
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What software or program is this?
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That the cheat sheet for the ESYS/expert mode that RG33 made.

You mind taking some screen shots of the settings you have for the lighting?
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That the cheat sheet for the ESYS/expert mode that RG33 made.

You mind taking some screen shots of the settings you have for the lighting?

Yes I will do tomorrow when plugged in, I am just using bimmercode on my phone and it is pretty simple with all the colors there.
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Ya I was hoping it would be. Idk why it's not showing up with colors but with what it shows in those pics
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Great stuff here. Thanks for sharing the lighting info.

I have the module and the bimmer code ap. Changed a bunch of things but I have not been able to change anything with controlling the LED "angel eyes" brightness. I'd like to make them full bright with headlights on. And I'd like to be able to toggle the 3 little amber LEDS on the sides to see which way I prefer. Anyone know where these settings are located as I cannot find them in "normal" mode and don't wanna mess around in expert unless I know where I am looking. Thanks!

(this is on my '16 F85 if it matters)
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Great stuff here. Thanks for sharing the lighting info.

I have the module and the bimmer code ap. Changed a bunch of things but I have not been able to change anything with controlling the LED "angel eyes" brightness. I'd like to make them full bright with headlights on. And I'd like to be able to toggle the 3 little amber LEDS on the sides to see which way I prefer. Anyone know where these settings are located as I cannot find them in "normal" mode and don't wanna mess around in expert unless I know where I am looking. Thanks!

(this is on my '16 F85 if it matters)
I will try and figure this out today and lyk!
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Great stuff here. Thanks for sharing the lighting info.

I have the module and the bimmer code ap. Changed a bunch of things but I have not been able to change anything with controlling the LED "angel eyes" brightness. I'd like to make them full bright with headlights on. And I'd like to be able to toggle the 3 little amber LEDS on the sides to see which way I prefer. Anyone know where these settings are located as I cannot find them in "normal" mode and don't wanna mess around in expert unless I know where I am looking. Thanks!

(this is on my '16 F85 if it matters)
I will try and figure this out today and lyk!
Just a heads up if you not sure what to do or don't not to mess stuff up, you can always do remote coding using my buddy okee, you can find all info at codemycar.com he's great and will go above and beyond to code everything to your liking
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Indeed ^^ Okee did mine yesterday...among other things the ventilated seats actually do something besides make noise now...lower temp air comes out now
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lower temp air comes out now
What am I missing here? The ventilated seats SUCK air through the seat. They don't blow cold/AC air.
So how can it come out at a lower temp?
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