What is the BimmerCode app?

BimmerCode allows you to code the control units in your BMW or Mini to unlock hidden features and customize your car to your liking. Activate the digital speed display in the instrument cluster or allow your passengers to watch videos while driving in the iDrive system.

Do you have to pay for the BimmerCode app?

The website states that you have to PURCHASE the app to check compatibility with your model. The "free" version of the app only allows you to check the control modules that are "code-able" for your supported vehicle.

How much does the BimmerCode app cost?

So it appears that Bimmercode charges $26.99 for the iOS version of the app compared to $34.99 for Android.

Can you tune with BimmerCode?

Yup, they don't interfere. BM3 is ECU tuning, while BimmerCode is programming other modules on the car. For common features like ASD, I assume BM3 & BimmerCode are just making the same coding changes to that specific entry in that module. Yup, they don't interfere.

What cars does BimmerCode work with?

Is my car supported? BimmerCode supports nearly all BMW and Minis build in or after 2008 and the 2019 Toyota Supra.

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Is BimmerCode a one time purchase?

Re: Bimmer Code IOS ...is this a one time purchase? One time!

What can BimmerLink do?

BimmerLink allows you to check the current state of the diesel particulate filter in your car. Find out when the last regeneration took place or how much ash has accumulated in the filter and start a regeneration with the touch of a button.

How do I use BimmerCode on Iphone?

Open the iOS Wi-Fi settings and connect to the adapter network. Keep the distance between the iOS device and the adapter as short as possible. Open the settings in the BimmerCode app and make sure the correct adapter type is selected. Tap “Connect” on the start screen in the BimmerCode app.

What's the difference between BimmerCode and BimmerLink?

BimmerCode allows you to code different factory settings (e.g. comfort access, roll up windows with key fob, video in motion etc) Also used for more advanced coding such as switching light voltage etc. BimmerLink is more for reading codes and tracking temps (transmission, oil, engine etc.)

Can BimmerCode do diagnostics?

Yes, Bimmercode is for coding alterations and Bimmerlink is for diagnosis, dpf regeneration, battery registration & sensor monitoring etc.

Does BimmerCode void BMW warranty?

In short, if you code feature A in some manner other than the OEM condition and something fails related to feature A, and BMW knows that you made an unauthorized alteration, they may exclude that repair from warranty.

What is BimmerCode full?

Description. BimmerCode allows you to code the control units in your BMW or Mini to unlock hidden features and customize your car to your liking. Activate the digital speed display in the instrument cluster or allow your passengers to watch videos while driving in the iDrive system.

Can you code BMW while it is running?

I just code with the car running. With the engine running, there are no worries about draining the battery or having the car shut itself off after 15 minutes. They only ECU you can't code with the engine running is the DME and I don't touch that. I coded many cars while on battery power and never had any issues.

Do I need BimmerLink or BimmerCode?

BimmerCode is for all the features (seats, lights, windows, etc) and BimmerLink is more for diagnostics (battery registration, clearing faults, pulling trouble codes, etc.). They just just happen to overlap with the ASD feature but only BimmerLink can code out burbles and open/close valves.

Can BimmerCode Register battery?

No bimmercode will not code battery. Need BimmerLink. Same developer and cost the same 26 USD. Worth it can check and clear codes.

Does BimmerLink clear codes?

Diagnostics. Read and clear diagnostic trouble codes from all control units in your car.

Can you use BimmerCode on multiple cars?

Yes you can code multiple cars.

What Bimmer means?

The nickname “bimmer” for BMW cars originated in the US. It was derived from “beemer” or “beamer,” names for BMW motorcycles that were first coined in the UK in the 1960s and later spread across the globe.

What is ISTA for BMW?

ISTA/P stands for Integrated Service Technical Application/Programming. It is a dealer-level diagnostic software that replaced the older version SSS Progman programming software. ISTA/P is primarily used for processing all coded, programmed, and enable-dependent control modules of BMW vehicles.

What is BMW ASD?

Active sound design (ASD) takes inputs from engine and vehicle speed, pedal input, exhaust noise, and vehicle vibrations to change the interior and exterior noise of the vehicle.