BMW E90/E92 Custom Coding Possiblities!!

[Mike Benvo]

Hi everyone,

Give me a few days to get back to your PM/s emails. I am sick with over 102 fever and am trying to recover.

In the process of retrofitting the CIC/Combox to my car, so I should have some new features available soon!

[prubin]

Mike just figured out how to disable the cold outside temperature chime and warning on startup. I'm pleased to be rid of that darned frost warning!

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by prubin

Mike just figured out how to disable the cold outside temperature chime and warning on startup. I'm pleased to be rid of that darned frost warning!

Glad it worked out Paul..

Very funny that BMW labeled this incorrectly in the code. I guess the Germans make mistakes too!

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I still need to start a thread on the remote flash drives, they have been a great success so far for those that are not local. In the mean time, if you are interested in the remote coding. you can PM for more info.

The navigation retrofit from the 2012 donor M3 is half way complete. Making great progress, just need to finish up building a harness for the Combox/Center USB(for video from ipod)/and Snap in adapter.

This means that more features will be offered soon once I have the chance to play with my new toys

[VictorH]

Hi Mike,
Do you have any update on the coding for deleting the mandate of having seat belt buckled to move the car for the DCT folks? I've been told that BMW is going to have a fix too, but it's not out yet, and I'm inclined to get rid of the other warnings as well like the chime that goes every time I back out of a parking spot and go from reverse to drive/S-mode.

[kautiongsr]

The software update is out at the dealer... Take ur car in and they'll fix it

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by kautiongsr

The software update is out at the dealer... Take ur car in and they'll fix it

+1, this came out a number of weeks ago..

I can update you or the dealer can

Still need a dev car for M Button retrofit local to LA area. If you fit the bill, let me know!

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

+1, this came out a number of weeks ago..

I can update you or the dealer can

Still need a dev car for M Button retrofit local to LA area. If you fit the bill, let me know!

Updates comming soon.. Responding to a big backlog of PM's and emails.

Also had the oppurtunity to drive the Electric 1 Series Active-E, and code it! Awesome car and the coding worked perfectly

[2K12 BMW M3]

Can you plz pm pricing. thank you

[Mr Friese]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

Still need a dev car for M Button retrofit local to LA area. If you fit the bill, let me know!

Come on LA owners, us east coast guys are waiting for this coding! lol

[Mike Benvo]

Hey everyone,

Sorry for the slow updates.

I have some new features for you guys and some exciting news for enabling Internet + BMW online on your car if you doesn't have it.

I have been meaning to post up a ton of stuff but time is my biggest constraint.

Remote coding has been remarkably successful also - no need for me sending you a flash drive at this point, you can simply download the files needed

I'm off to a client now, look for updates in the near future. I also plan on revamping the coding list and putting more info out there about how remote coding works.

If you have sent me an email or PM, I am just getting to the ones sent as of Feb 26th and will work my way up.. you will receive a response shortly!

Thanks!
Mike

[THE TECH]

Awesome work Mike!

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

Hey everyone,

Sorry for the slow updates.

I have some new features for you guys and some exciting news for enabling Internet + BMW online on your car if you doesn't have it.

I have been meaning to post up a ton of stuff but time is my biggest constraint.

Remote coding has been remarkably successful also - no need for me sending you a flash drive at this point, you can simply download the files needed

I'm off to a client now, look for updates in the near future. I also plan on revamping the coding list and putting more info out there about how remote coding works.

If you have sent me an email or PM, I am just getting to the ones sent as of Feb 26th and will work my way up.. you will receive a response shortly!

Thanks!
Mike

Hi Mike, could you remotely code my M3 with LCI, and Navigation Screen lock for video turning off?

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by zibawal

Hi Mike, could you remotely code my M3 with LCI, and Navigation Screen lock for video turning off?

Absolutely.

I can code any feature remotely.. just did an M3 in Minnesota yesterday a 335 in Philadelphia today. Takes about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the number of features. This includes LCI retrofits, bluetooth retrofits, replacement parts retrofitting, dvd in motion, plus anything else on the coding list in my sig etc..

Some new features to note that I have not mentioned before:
1) Turning on the xenon headlamps with the trunk button
(will post a video of this, just need to upload it from my phone)
2) Using the fog lights as cornering lights (if car is equipped)
Example video:
3) Angel eye brightness for BOTH when the headlights are on and off
4) Euro frequencies for radio (for those that need even numbers)
5) Make the rear fog lights work in tandem with brake lights.


I am also working on the brake light frequency flashing for when you try to stop fast or slam on the brakes. This really wakes people up behind you and might save you from a rear end.

I plan on making a thread sometime in the near future with my complete CIC retrofit as well as information on the remote coding. Those of you interested in remote coding can contact me via email or PM at anytime (although email is much faster). I also plan on revamping the coding list to make it more interactive and explanatory.

[zibawal]

Great!
Would you mind sending me pm re LCi upgrade coding and Nav video unlock, how to proceed or request that?

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by zibawal

Great!
Would you mind sending me pm re LCi upgrade coding and Nav video unlock, how to proceed or request that?

Please send me an email at mbenvo@gmail.com

I should be able to get to it today.

Thanks!
Mike

[smokinjoe64]

Gents - just wanted to share my experience with a custom coding job by Mike. Basically, I opted for essentially all options possible...the preverbal 'kitchen sink'. Every feature works flawlessly and was accomplished on the first coding effort. It's amazing what lies dormant and available within the cars infrastructure.
Mike was extremely responsive, easy to work with, and demonstrated mastery of the entire process...remotely I may add. I'm quite impressed, so much so I plan to do additional business with Mike going forward. I highly recommend 'opening-up' your cars capabilities and definitely recommend Mike.

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by smokinjoe64

Gents - just wanted to share my experience with a custom coding job by Mike. Basically, I opted for essentially all options possible...the preverbal 'kitchen sink'. Every feature works flawlessly and was accomplished on the first coding effort. It's amazing what lies dormant and available within the cars infrastructure.
Mike was extremely responsive, easy to work with, and demonstrated mastery of the entire process...remotely I may add. I'm quite impressed, so much so I plan to do additional business with Mike going forward. I highly recommend 'opening-up' your cars capabilities and definitely recommend Mike.

Thanks Joe, it was a pleasure working with you.

Email me your phone number, want to follow up with you tomorrow on the Internet options we discussed.

Made some headway with my car today, check it out (and this is with no Assist subscription):

Those of you waiting for a response to email, my apologize for the delay. I haven't had much spare time between work and the CIC retrofit.

Emails from the 26th and on will be responded to tomorrow, thank you for your patience....

[zibawal]

am i on tomorrow list too, mike?

[Mike Benvo]

Originally Posted by zibawal

am i on tomorrow list too, mike?

yes, if you see your email in the list below. It was my birthday on the 26th, and things have been busy lately.

If you want a quick response, please call my cell phone tomorrow at 310-488-2418. I'm happy to talk to anyone that calls with questions

Edit: All emails are responded to. Thanks!

[elusiveOne]

Sign me up..!

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

yes, if you see your email in the list below. It was my birthday on the 26th, and things have been busy lately.

If you want a quick response, please call my cell phone tomorrow at 310-488-2418. I'm happy to talk to anyone that calls with questions

Again, sorry for the delay guys.. I remember the days when I could get back within an hour..

Great! A many happy returns of the day. mine was on 23rd.

[smokinjoe64]

Originally Posted by Mike Benvo

Thanks Joe, it was a pleasure working with you.

Email me your phone number, want to follow up with you tomorrow on the Internet options we discussed.

Made some headway with my car today, check it out (and this is with no Assist subscription):

Those of you waiting for a response to email, my apologize for the delay. I haven't had much spare time between work and the CIC retrofit.

Emails from the 26th and on will be responded to tomorrow, thank you for your patience....

...very cool

email sent...