I had recently an update to 233 E software

///M Power-Belgium · 11-14-2012, 12:32 PM

I had recently an update to 233 E from my BMW dealer here in Belgium.
And i feel now that the ///M3 pulls better,and the second gear-lag is gone.
Also the DCT shifts faster.
Now my question... exists an 233 E update in America ???

For all information...i thanks already in advance !

tom @ eas · 11-14-2012, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///M Power-Belgium

I had recently an update to 233 E from my BMW dealer here in Belgium.
And i feel now that the ///M3 pulls better,and the second gear-lag is gone.
Also the DCT shifts faster.
Now my question... exists an 233 E update in America ???

For all information...i thanks already in advance !

Never saw a 233E through our doors (related to DME only), only 231E. We're now updating to 240E

biggynuts01 · 11-14-2012, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Never saw a 233E through our doors (related to DME only), only 231E. We're now updating to 240E

How much for the update? PM me please!

tom @ eas · 11-14-2012, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by biggynuts01

How much for the update? PM me please!

You have PM.

apecush · 11-14-2012, 05:16 PM

can you update through a normal coding cable, or is something special required?

THE TECH · 11-14-2012, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by apecush

can you update through a normal coding cable, or is something special required?

No, you cannot. You need a tuning cable.

KmndntKlink · 11-14-2012, 05:30 PM

I just updated to 240e (latest). You need ICOM cable and a good charger. Engine & dct updates are pretty quick (total an hour) so you might be able to get away with just making sure you battery is topped up b4 you start.

Don't know if I've noticed any performance improvement, but I really haven't had a chance to do any good pulls/spirited driving yet. Haven't noticed any lagg in 2nd gear in auto mode, will have to try manual. There really shouldn't be.

I think people with really old software (08/09)have been saying they get some noticeable improvements. One guy even dyno'd a +20hp gain, which is pretty incredible

tom @ eas · 11-14-2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by apecush

can you update through a normal coding cable, or is something special required?

A performance tune solution (like E-Flash) will update your DME to latest specs as well as load a performance file. We recently started a FAQ that should answer most questions in this thread here:

ESS E-Flash ECU Performance Software Cable Overview
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=769500

For locals, we update through autologic. Feel free to contact me if you should have any questions.

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Originally Posted by KmndntKlink

I think people with really old software (08/09)have been saying they get some noticeable improvements. One guy even dyno'd a +20hp gain, which is pretty incredible

This scenario is likely the only time you will see a performance increase when updating software versions. It's simply part of planned maintenance.

donovan · 11-15-2012, 02:21 PM

Some dood on m3forum had that updated software from the dealer and he had another 20+WHP added...

tom @ eas · 11-15-2012, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by donovan

Some dood on m3forum had that updated software from the dealer and he had another 20+WHP added...

Typically this only happens when updates have not been performed in a quote a long time time, along with fresh spark plug changes.

Mjolnir · 11-15-2012, 04:53 PM

Dumb question, but is there a way to determine what version software you are running through the iDrive/Nav. I looked through and could not find info on the software version, but could have sworn I used to be able to do so. Maybe it was just all the glue I was sniffing.

CarbonFoot · 11-15-2012, 06:26 PM

^ Nope. You need a cable and software to read it.

BMW Fanatic · 11-15-2012, 06:50 PM

Can somebody tell me how long it takes for a tech to find out what firmware my car has and how difficult it is please..

I was at the dealer a couple days ago for my 50k service, I asked the 'head advisor' (he was only about 25 lol, not that age matters but I have dealt with all the staff on that side and they all are more knowledgeable than him) and he made a big fuss saying oh what does it do, oh you don't need it, oh they only have upgraded firmwares when there's a recall and I called him on every one and then he told me he'd go check but never came back to me lol. Time wise I ask because he said I'd need to leave my car in for a day or two with no guarantee my DME won't crash and on top of that even if I just wanted to FIND OUT what firmware I HAVE I still would have had to leave it for a day.

Actually, to be quite honest, he was so rude I will be filing a complaint.

Xcelrrate · 11-15-2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Never saw a 233E through our doors (related to DME only), only 231E. We're now updating to 240E

Got a Question for you.. PM'ed

tom @ eas · 11-16-2012, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Xcelrrate

Got a Question for you.. PM'ed

Gotcha. Right back at ya.

C17MooseDriver · 11-19-2012, 11:59 PM

Would an ECU update to the latest software erase any coding done to the car?

tom @ eas · 11-20-2012, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by C17MooseDriver

Would an ECU update to the latest software erase any coding done to the car?

If performed by a BMW dealership, most likely - yes.

BMW has no choice but to bring the entire vehicle up to date, which typically includes most (not all) other modules within the network.

11-14-2012, 12:32 PM	#1
///M Power-Belgium Captain Drives: ///M3-DCT- E92 Silverstone II Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Belgium Posts: 829 iTrader: (0)	I had recently an update to 233 E software I had recently an update to 233 E from my BMW dealer here in Belgium. And i feel now that the ///M3 pulls better,and the second gear-lag is gone. Also the DCT shifts faster. Now my question... exists an 233 E update in America ??? For all information...i thanks already in advance !
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KmndntKlink Private Drives: 2010 e92 m3 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 76 iTrader: (2)	I just updated to 240e (latest). You need ICOM cable and a good charger. Engine & dct updates are pretty quick (total an hour) so you might be able to get away with just making sure you battery is topped up b4 you start. Don't know if I've noticed any performance improvement, but I really haven't had a chance to do any good pulls/spirited driving yet. Haven't noticed any lagg in 2nd gear in auto mode, will have to try manual. There really shouldn't be. I think people with really old software (08/09)have been saying they get some noticeable improvements. One guy even dyno'd a +20hp gain, which is pretty incredible __________________ E92 ///M3 in Dakar Yellow, M-DCT, iDrive, 220M OEM rims. Gathering the cash to really earn that Dinan badge!

11-15-2012, 02:21 PM	#9
donovan Brigadier General Drives: E92 m3 AW, light package Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: le' Murica Posts: 3,036 iTrader: (8)	Some dood on m3forum had that updated software from the dealer and he had another 20+WHP added... __________________ e46 m3 Black To many mods

11-15-2012, 06:50 PM	#13
BMW Fanatic Colonel Drives: slow Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Calgary Posts: 2,875 iTrader: (9)	Can somebody tell me how long it takes for a tech to find out what firmware my car has and how difficult it is please.. I was at the dealer a couple days ago for my 50k service, I asked the 'head advisor' (he was only about 25 lol, not that age matters but I have dealt with all the staff on that side and they all are more knowledgeable than him) and he made a big fuss saying oh what does it do, oh you don't need it, oh they only have upgraded firmwares when there's a recall and I called him on every one and then he told me he'd go check but never came back to me lol. Time wise I ask because he said I'd need to leave my car in for a day or two with no guarantee my DME won't crash and on top of that even if I just wanted to FIND OUT what firmware I HAVE I still would have had to leave it for a day. Actually, to be quite honest, he was so rude I will be filing a complaint. __________________ Arkym Hood CF, VMR 710 10F 11R, 265/295, OEM Performance Spoiler, Challenge Lip GB, H&R, iND CP, 5/15% tint, MS Air Scoops in Mexico Blue, more coming soon.

11-19-2012, 11:59 PM	#16
C17MooseDriver Captain Drives: E92 AW M3 6MT Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Biloxi, MS Posts: 833 iTrader: (0)	Would an ECU update to the latest software erase any coding done to the car? __________________ MODS JL-CF Lip \| JL-CF Diffuser \| BMW Performance Exhaust \| RPI Scoop \| MS Filter \| BMW Performance Spoiler \| ZCP Illuminated Shift Knob \| Lux H8

11-14-2012, 05:16 PM	#5
apecush First Lieutenant Drives: 2008 E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Edmonton Posts: 328 iTrader: (1)	can you update through a normal coding cable, or is something special required?

11-15-2012, 04:53 PM	#11
Mjolnir Second Lieutenant Drives: 2011 M3 Le Mans Blue ZCP DCT Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 264 iTrader: (0)	Dumb question, but is there a way to determine what version software you are running through the iDrive/Nav. I looked through and could not find info on the software version, but could have sworn I used to be able to do so. Maybe it was just all the glue I was sniffing.

11-15-2012, 06:26 PM	#12
CarbonFoot First Lieutenant Drives: 2009 E90 M3 DCT Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: CA - Bay Area Posts: 329 iTrader: (0)	^ Nope. You need a cable and software to read it.

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