Count down (up) to M-DCT Software Upgrade

04RC51 · 09-16-2008, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by AW_M3

how about stopping this loop and wait something official ?

Amen, waste of bandwidth for sure.

Sticky · 09-16-2008, 08:17 PM

I would just like for them to make it shift when you push the lever. Eliminate the lag and I will be happy. Why is the lag even there in the first place I am wondering?

man02195 · 09-16-2008, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MDCTFTW

I don't think there's any such thing coming or rumored to come.

For what it's worth, this is an e-mail from a guy I know at BMW:

"It's a software issue that has been resolved. It should be available around the first of October."

skierman64 · 09-16-2008, 09:14 PM

That's good news and also the reason for this thread. Too bad it's after BMWCCA Octoberfest at the Glen.

man02195 · 09-16-2008, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by skierman64

That's good news and also the reason for this thread. Too bad it's after BMWCCA Octoberfest at the Glen.

maybe bmwna will have a mobile reprogramming unit on-site for the upgrade

e46e92love · 09-17-2008, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by man02195

maybe bmwna will have a mobile reprogramming unit on-site for the upgrade

gadget · 09-17-2008, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by man02195

maybe bmwna will have a mobile reprogramming unit on-site for the upgrade

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Originally Posted by e46e92love

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Originally Posted by man02195

For what it's worth, this is an e-mail from a guy I know at BMW:

"It's a software issue that has been resolved. It should be available around the first of October."

Its only a matter of time before we see a software upgrade. Hopefully you data is accurate.

AW_M3 · 09-18-2008, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by MarksM

And how do we know when there is something official??

Read my last post 3 above.

We Know its offical when bmw says so

all what we have been hearing is "i know someone from BMW who said....."

swamp2 · 09-19-2008, 01:02 PM

My SA notified me that they received new "vehicle software". Unfortunately he needs to call BMW to make sure this includes the M-DCT software update and then get their computers set up to get it put into cars. He does think this is the M-DCT updgrade.

Dascamel · 09-19-2008, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by swamp2

My SA notified me that they received new "vehicle software". Unfortunately he needs to call BMW to make sure this includes the M-DCT software update and then get their computers set up to get it put into cars. He does think this is the M-DCT updgrade.

Interesting!!

skierman64 · 09-19-2008, 01:36 PM

Good news.

arcsynesis · 09-19-2008, 01:46 PM

I had my 1200 mile service yesterday and my SA said that the new software was making the M3's stall more often than before the update. He then told me that, due to those glitches, it wouldn't be ready for another two months which would put it around the middle of November before we see an update! So I'm not holding my breath.

MarksM · 09-19-2008, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AW_M3

We Know its offical when bmw says so

all what we have been hearing is "i know someone from BMW who said....."

Let us know when they notify YOU!

AW_M3 · 09-19-2008, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by MarksM

Let us know when they notify YOU!

Will do

sfbimmer13 · 09-20-2008, 12:46 AM

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Originally Posted by arcsynesis

I had my 1200 mile service yesterday and my SA said that the new software was making the M3's stall more often than before the update. He then told me that, due to those glitches, it wouldn't be ready for another two months which would put it around the middle of November before we see an update! So I'm not holding my breath.

I really wonder if BMW is telling us a bunch of bull...I have been told by the Service Manager, who has inquired with BMWNA that the software package to fix the DCT issues is scheduled for end of this month...I guess we will see, won't we

darkalley · 09-20-2008, 07:09 PM

I spoke to someone at bmwna and was told the update would be out in 2 weeks.

ferrari6891 · 09-20-2008, 07:26 PM

I just asked my service manager at difeo BMW in tenafly, NJ
and he said that there is nothing in the computers about a service update. However, he did say that just because it is not in the computers NOW, doesn't mean that in a few weeks there will be one

darkalley · 09-20-2008, 08:31 PM

i was told the update will be at dealers in about two weeks. in addition to the "lag" it will also tweak the downshifts made by the computer when youare coming to a stop.

Sticky · 09-20-2008, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by darkalley

i was told the update will be at dealers in about two weeks. in addition to the "lag" it will also tweak the downshifts made by the computer when youare coming to a stop.

Told by who and how do they know? You said someone from BMWNA, this wasn't the janitor was it?

darkalley · 09-21-2008, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Sticky

Told by who and how do they know? You said someone from BMWNA, this wasn't the janitor was it?

i was right on the release of the pricing.................

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...=106643&page=6

i am an executive recruiter in the auto industry so i speak with everyone.....

AZ-BMW · 09-21-2008, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by darkalley

i was told the update will be at dealers in about two weeks. in addition to the "lag" it will also tweak the downshifts made by the computer when youare coming to a stop.

Please post the SIB number (and SIB itself if you can get a copy), once you find out. I pickup my car at PCD in late Oct and want to ensure this fix is installed before leaving PCD. Thanks

lvwirelessguy · 09-22-2008, 01:46 AM

I am not sure if this will help solve anyones downshifting problem but I discovered this on my M5 with SMG III and apply it while driving my M-DCT M3 as well.

On the M5 when you just brake and downshift , you get a blip but just enough to protect the engine. This is a fact. In order to get the proper rev-matched downshift you either need to have your foot on the throttle while downshifting or if you are braking do it heel / toe style so your foot is on the throttle lightly while braking then downshift.

I use these same techniques on my M3 and have never had a missed downshift, whether on the street or tearing it up at the track.

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arcsynesis Enlisted Member 1 Rep 32 Posts Drives: e92 m3 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: las vegas, nv iTrader: (0)	I had my 1200 mile service yesterday and my SA said that the new software was making the M3's stall more often than before the update. He then told me that, due to those glitches, it wouldn't be ready for another two months which would put it around the middle of November before we see an update! So I'm not holding my breath.
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