Shawn, just to understand fa vo coding better, when putting lets say folding mirrors in a car, what happens when jou put option 313 in the salapa list (vehicle order) and do nothing else? And what happens after that step, when jou code in certain ecu's? Just want to understand what happens better to judge what i am doing when coding a new option. Because the steps are explained in some guidelines members made, but not what you are exactly doing.

 

Just adding Option Code to FA does nothing by itself. Once in FA, VO Coding then codes 100% of ECU based in FA build date and option codes.

 

Coding Rookie

Greetings all-

I purchased my first BMW in January of this year, a 2012 528i BMW Certified with 32k. I've been a lurker on this site for weeks and I'm intrigued by all the amazing features that can be unlocked through coding, and there are many helpful members in this community who are willing to share their expertise with us newbies.

I have downloaded the software and have been reading the documentation to familiarize myself with the coding process. I feel confident I can follow he step-by-step instructions, however, the instructions say nothing about how to exit the program after coding. I know this sounds like a really stupid question, but I want to be very clear on every step of this process. It is as simple as opening the File menu, selecting Exit and removing the cable? If so, duh... My bad.

I appreciate any insight from you guys.

Thanks.

 

...It is as simple as opening the File menu, selecting Exit and removing the cable?...

Yes, that is it.

 

I can't wait to get started.
Thanks, Shawn.

 

Good morning,
i'm a noob here wanting to code. After starting up esys premium, connect cable, i can see my car connected but the main series is empty. Pls help!

 

If the "Open Connection" window under "Target" is empty (no targets), verify the following:

1. That the "psdzdata" folder is installed properly (From the PSdZData_Lite or PSdZData_Full extraction, copy the "psdzdata" folder to "C:\Data\" (i.e. "C:\Data\psdzdata")
   
2. That the psdzdata chassis folders each have an empty "dist" folder. Make sure that there is an empty "dist" folder in each of the psdzdata chassis folders, and if missing, create as needed, e.g.:
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\F001\F001_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\F010\F010_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\F020\F020_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\F025\F025_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\F056\F056_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\I001\I001_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\K001\K001_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\KE01\KE01_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
   • C:\Data\psdzdata\mainseries\RR01\RR01_xx_xx_xxx\odx\dist
3. The the E-Sys "Options" => "Settings" => "Directories => Data: path" is set properly (e.g. "C:\Data")

 

Thanks again Shawn,
After creating the dist folder under oxe i was able to see the target.. Will try to code later.

You r the best

 

Thanks again Shawn,
After creating the dist folder under oxe i was able to see the target.. Will try to code later.

You r the best

:thumbup:

 

I have a 2012 X6 (E71) is it possible for someone to remote code? I'd like my trunk to remote close and my windows to remote open and close. I'm willing to pay. If there is anyone in the Atlanta area, I will travel. Thanks.

 

Try user cn555ic:

https://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/member.php?u=270700

Bimmerscoding.com

He does E-Series Coding remotely.

 

So tried to code just now and I'm getting the message:
Esys error
connection check failed.
Gateway/ECU are not correctly connected or not responding.
However functions using ODX-data can be uses. (G188).

What am i doing wrong

 

Are you Connected via VIN and not Gateway URL?

 

via VIN. attached a photo below

 

via vin

Are you using:

E-Sys Launcher Car Series = F030
E-Sys Connection Target = F020 (w/o _DIRECT at end)

 

Images attached

I need to connect with TeamViewer and look at it.

 

I need to connect with TeamViewer and look at it.

IMHO...those things are so pretentious and obnoxious...:thumbdwn:

LOL are we talking about the wheel gear ? Or my shpancy puddle lights ?

 

just need some wheels and wheel guards now any sponsors? Lol I'm Guna start a go fund me account !

 

IMHO...those things are so pretentious and obnoxious...:thumbdwn:

 

Hi Shawn, got it to work now on my mac. have CAFD files and all but one more question, how do i create a backup copy? I have read coding for starters but don't really get it.

 

Backups are worthless. You can easily reset any ECU by VO Coding it with original FA.

 

and how do u ave the original FA to a usb or hd?

 

It is stored in car, unless you modify FA and overwrite it, in which case though, you ought to know what changes you made to it in order to undo them at some point.

 

So I'm ready to code this morning but esys giving error message: error parsing text "" (G033). Need help again

 

What are you doing to get this error?

 

Does sports+ mode after coding gimmicky or real?

 

Oh too real trust me I loveeee itt

 

Well then, that'll be my next to code. Thanks

 

Just coded for the first time on a 2016 F10. Thanks to april1, shawnsheridan, tokenmaster and octopump - you guys make it easy. April1's cable was perfect.
Trunk and mirror close via fob and comfort access now working - such a simple thing but so valuable.
Waiting for DVD in motion to take effect.

Question: When coding values across modules, do I need to activate FA each time or just once per coding session?
Thanks

 

...Question: When coding values across modules, do I need to activate FA each time or just once per coding session?
Thanks

Just once.

 

Just coded for the first time on a 2016 F10. Thanks to april1, shawnsheridan, tokenmaster and octopump - you guys make it easy. April1's cable was perfect.
Trunk and mirror close via fob and comfort access now working - such a simple thing but so valuable.
Waiting for DVD in motion to take effect.

Question: When coding values across modules, do I need to activate FA each time or just once per coding session?
Thanks

 

Performed another round of coding this afternoon. Got DVD in Motion done and a few others. After I coded Kombi/HUD_TURNSIGNAL, iDrive reset (time and date) then the vehicle's cooling fan revved up and continued running at high RPMs. Highest I've heard it run over 5 Bimmers now. Took it for a drive and all is fine. Has anyone else seen this or is it on account coding for 30+ minutes with the car on an idling there in my garage? 40F here in NoVA.

 

Hi , guys!

I´m new to the forum, would you guys help me out, with where to find the file psdzdata?

Thank you !

 

PM sent.

 

Thanks a lot! :thumbup:

 

Hi Shawn,

Could you send me the links to the latest software for coding please?

Much appreciated.

 

PM sent.

 

Undo

I have successfully coded a couple features.
Next, I coded DVD Speedlock Min and Max, but it didn't work so I also coded VIDEO_NUR_MIT_HANDBREMS. Now the DVD player is blank when DVD is inserted.

I want to undo what I have done and reset to the original CAFD. I found these instructions on this site: "So to restore that data or ECU state, in place of selecting Read Coding Data, select New and point to the saved .ncd file with the corresponding CAFD name in your backup folder and proceed with the regular steps of saving and activating FA and FDL Code the ECU."

I was able to navigate to my backup files and selected the correct CAFD and clicked "OPEN". At this point I'm confused, because the 'SAVE" icon is not visible. I am thinking that I should now right click the CADF and select "EDIT FDL" but not make any changes, hoping that this would bring up the "SAVE" icon. If this is correct, then I could activate FA and FDL Code the ECU.

Is this the correct procedure?
Thanks.

 

I have successfully coded a couple features.
Next, I coded DVD Speedlock Min and Max, but it didn't work so I also coded VIDEO_NUR_MIT_HANDBREMS. Now the DVD player is blank when DVD is inserted.

I want to undo what I have done and reset to the original CAFD. I found these instructions on this site: "So to restore that data or ECU state, in place of selecting Read Coding Data, select New and point to the saved .ncd file with the corresponding CAFD name in your backup folder and proceed with the regular steps of saving and activating FA and FDL Code the ECU."

I was able to navigate to my backup files and selected the correct CAFD and clicked "OPEN". At this point I'm confused, because the 'SAVE" icon is not visible. I am thinking that I should now right click the CADF and select "EDIT FDL" but not make any changes, hoping that this would bring up the "SAVE" icon. If this is correct, then I could activate FA and FDL Code the ECU.

Is this the correct procedure?
Thanks.

For get restoring .NCD Data. Just VO Code Head Unit to reset it:

VO Code:

Connect => Read FA (VO) => Activate FA (VO) => Read SVT (VCM) => Right-Click on ECU (the ECU itself not the underlying CAFD) => Select CODE.

 

Thank you Shawn.

 

Hello Shawn,
I have done some coding on my 2015 F30 (HU_NBT).
I have coded HU_NBT, FEM_BODY, KOMBI, and maybe other modules as well.
I have also changed successfully 6NH to 6NS.

I am now approaching my next BMW service, where I am also going to ask a full update of all ECU's to the latest version (I know I can do it on my own with E-SYS, but I don't have a battery charger, and I do not want to screw it up myself).

Do you think I should bring in the car reset to factory (meaning changing back to 6NH and to "code" back all ECU's ?)

Many thanks!
S-

 

I would remove 6NS from FA if your wrote that modified FA to car and then write original FA back. As for the actual current ECU Codings, I would not worry about it.

 

Hi Shawn,

What will happen if I click code at SVT?

 

You will VO Code entire car (all ECU's), and if you do this, make damn sure the motor is NOT running, else you will crash DME CAFD.

 

Newbie here. I'm trying to Edit FDL and get "The chosen EST "C:\EC-Apps\EGS\E-Sys\lib\environment\Data\FreeToken.est is no Existing File. [C156]" What do I need to fix?

 

Is that where you generated your Token?