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      06-28-2018, 05:00 AM   #309
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I might work, but I think will have a red dot next to your mileage..

Read through this thread it has all the info

https://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=700327
Indeed it has red dot. I just had a practice on different car. I have bought R270 but how do I actually virginize 6WB module? There is bits and pieces on the internet but it would be great to find step by step EEPROM virginize guide.

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I dont know the steps for how to virginize 6WB module.. but I think the link above has pretty good information. If you still unable to do ask one of people who have done it in that thread.
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Looks like EEPROM requires that the cluster be taken apart to clear VIN and mileage. Cannot be done remotely.
Doable, but an expensive endeavor.
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Virginized 6WB with HUD cluster for sale!
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When R270 reads eeprom it shows me zeros. What is the problem? Any suggestions
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Just did a 6WB retrofit and all of the ambient light is not working except for the lighting on the passengers side dash

The small strip of light on the drivers side past the cluster as well as the strips on all the doors does not illuminate.

I did notice one wire not plugged into anywhere after installing the new cluster but did not see where it could be plugged into.

Any thoughts?

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Just did a 6WB retrofit and all of the ambient light is not working except for the lighting on the passengers side dash

The small strip of light on the drivers side past the cluster as well as the strips on all the doors does not illuminate.

I did notice one wire not plugged into anywhere after installing the new cluster but did not see where it could be plugged into.

Any thoughts?

Thank you
There is an additional cable for the HUD from what I remember from the Kies Motorsports video, but it shouldn't affect ambient light.
Weird that ambient light is being affected by cluster.
May need some extra coding?
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There is an additional cable for the HUD from what I remember from the Kies Motorsports video, but it shouldn't affect ambient light.
Weird that ambient light is being affected by cluster.
May need some extra coding?
I’m thinking that it is most likely coding or that loose wire behind the cluster.

I’ll remove the cluster tomorrow and post a photo
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Fixed the problem! Was a loose wire.

If anyone is interested in doing a 6WB retrofit I can help out with installation instructions and coding (for free of course =))
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Does anyone know if there is someone in New England that would tackle a job like this? Preferably Rhode Island but I know there are not many mod peeps in this area unfortunately. I barely ever see anything exciting on the road, just a LOT of lowered G37's with 20's...
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Does anyone know if there is someone in New England that would tackle a job like this? Preferably Rhode Island but I know there are not many mod peeps in this area unfortunately. I barely ever see anything exciting on the road, just a LOT of lowered G37's with 20's...
If you're willing to drive to NYC I can do the job for you =) just did it for my car last week and am loving it.

HUGE difference over the partially digital 6WA that came with my car. I would have gotten it with my car but they discontinued executive package on the 35i models
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If you're willing to drive to NYC I can do the job for you =) just did it for my car last week and am loving it.

HUGE difference over the partially digital 6WA that came with my car. I would have gotten it with my car but they discontinued executive package on the 35i models
Seriously? That's extremely generous of you, I'd have to at least offer a you a fine bottle of scotch. PM is en route!
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Here are some photos of the completed retrofit

Total install time with putting in the new cluster and coding took me around 15-20 minutes tops.

I had the partially digital 6WA cluster and this 6WB blows it away (it looks way better in person). I have the car for 3 years so I am glad I upgraded to 6WB.

If you have any questions feel free to DM me
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What about the Odometer?
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What about the Odometer?
What do you mean?
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You din 1317 miles in 3 years?
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Here are some photos of the completed retrofit

Total install time with putting in the new cluster and coding took me around 15-20 minutes tops.

I had the partially digital 6WA cluster and this 6WB blows it away (it looks way better in person). I have the car for 3 years so I am glad I upgraded to 6WB.

If you have any questions feel free to DM me
That's what the Eco mode looks like lol. I've never once seen that screen since I bought my X5. Well done on the install! I'm trying to be more handy but I don't think I would be able to tear into my dash with much confidence lol
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You din 1317 miles in 3 years?
I just got the car in the beginning of June

I meant I will have the car for 3 years so I felt that the 6WB upgrade was well worth it
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That's what the Eco mode looks like lol. I've never once seen that screen since I bought my X5. Well done on the install! I'm trying to be more handy but I don't think I would be able to tear into my dash with much confidence lol
I like the way the cluster looks on Eco-pro

The install is A LOT easier than it looks. With the tool that Opasha linked the cluster pops out with ease!
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That's what the Eco mode looks like lol. I've never once seen that screen since I bought my X5. Well done on the install! I'm trying to be more handy but I don't think I would be able to tear into my dash with much confidence lol
I like the way the cluster looks on Eco-pro

The install is A LOT easier than it looks. With the tool that Opasha linked the cluster pops out with ease!
Yeah I like it too! If only that was the screen for comfort mode. Looks futuristic. Next time I'm driving I think I'm gonna switch to Eco for a moment to enjoy it.
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Yeah I like it too! If only that was the screen for comfort mode. Looks futuristic. Next time I'm driving I think I'm gonna switch to Eco for a moment to enjoy it.
Yes, what we really want is the ability to choose the display and operating mode separately
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Hi Everyone,

Soooooo... installed my 6WB. It's AMAZING, I made my wife drive me around on sport mode and its really fun to watch. Tons of props to BMW for making something so fun. Anyways, the HUD is not working. The seller from Russia pre coded my VIN and it fired up right away (minus the hud). He also insists the unit is solid and wants to exchange coding data to help me troubleshoot. I then did remote coding with Steve Ma from codemybimmer (I understand hes legit, hes also a great dude and is very professional plus patient). He did everything he could and basically said "it must be another issue". I took apart the cluster AGAIN to double check the wires and nothing. I also put my 6WA back in and the HUD came back on. Any thoughts or do I have a dud? It's a sad day in F15 world for me.
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Hi Everyone,

Soooooo... installed my 6WB. It's AMAZING, I made my wife drive me around on sport mode and its really fun to watch. Tons of props to BMW for making something so fun. Anyways, the HUD is not working. The seller from Russia pre coded my VIN and it fired up right away (minus the hud). He also insists the unit is solid and wants to exchange coding data to help me troubleshoot. I then did remote coding with Steve Ma from codemybimmer (I understand hes legit, hes also a great dude and is very professional plus patient). He did everything he could and basically said "it must be another issue". I took apart the cluster AGAIN to double check the wires and nothing. I also put my 6WA back in and the HUD came back on. Any thoughts or do I have a dud? It's a sad day in F15 world for me.
Oh man, sorry to hear that. If I remember correctly from kiess videos - there is a separate wire responsible for HUD. I'll try to find if anyone had same issue previously. If it is not the issue - then I think initiate a return procedure.
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