Installing LCI lights without programming

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by zibawal

So what you are saying is we can get those to work without Frm3 module?

Yes - we have FRM2 coding abilities for LCI upgrades.

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Yes - we have FRM2 coding abilities for LCI upgrades.

Thanks

Would you mind quoting me via pm or e mail, total, installed , coded?

[Apo89]

Hi,

I come from France, I bought LCI tail light from Bmw dealership.
Bmw told me FRM3 was required. (i have e93 M3 2008 EU)
Before coding i have small flickering during few second and malfunction on the board.
Then, Bwm coded it for me and now no flickering and no error.

If you don't find Autologic, you can ask BMW to code it for you

Best regards.

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by Apo89

Hi,

I come from France, I bought LCI tail light from Bmw dealership.
Bmw told me FRM3 was required. (i have e93 M3 2008 EU)
Before coding i have small flickering during few second and malfunction on the board.
Then, Bwm coded it for me and now no flickering and no error.

If you don't find Autologic, you can ask BMW to code it for you

Best regards.

This is true overseas, US programming has not been released through the BMW dealer network.

In the meantime, any independent facilities equipped with a autologic should be able to help.

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by Apo89

Hi,

I come from France, I bought LCI tail light from Bmw dealership.
Bmw told me FRM3 was required. (i have e93 M3 2008 EU)
Before coding i have small flickering during few second and malfunction on the board.
Then, Bwm coded it for me and now no flickering and no error.

If you don't find Autologic, you can ask BMW to code it for you

Best regards.

I think, cars before 2010 will need FRM3! unfortunately, additional cost -and Tom does have those available!

Btw why did not u use cool euro oewm ones?

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by zibawal

I think, cars before 2010 will need FRM3! unfortunately, additional cost -and Tom does have those available!

Btw why did not u use cool euro oewm ones?

2010 M3s will have a FRM3 preinstalled, earlier models will be FRM1 or FRM2.

If you have access to an programmer with an autologic, the FRM2 can be coded to accept the LCI tails and clear up the errors.

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

2010 M3s will have a FRM3 preinstalled, earlier models will be FRM1 or FRM2.

If you have access to an programmer with an autologic, the FRM2 can be coded to accept the LCI tails and clear up the errors.

and u guys do sell those parts for older cars..right?

I am still waiting for my detailed quote lol

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by zibawal

and u guys do sell those parts for older cars..right?

I am still waiting for my detailed quote lol

I can take care of all that for you when you make the trip to SoCal.

PM reply coming next.

[hamad]

am going to replace my lights at bmw dealer i got a good price because of a mistake they have done ( the left the hood open from one side), they apologized and offer me what ever i want i asked for un upgrade for the rear lights the only thing they told me am responsible if i get and errors or coding errors am only responsible to pay again if i want to switch bk to original lights. i guess i have to wait for the new programing

[Apo89]

Originally Posted by hamad

am going to replace my lights at bmw dealer i got a good price because of a mistake they have done ( the left the hood open from one side), they apologized and offer me what ever i want i asked for un upgrade for the rear lights the only thing they told me am responsible if i get and errors or coding errors am only responsible to pay again if i want to switch bk to original lights. i guess i have to wait for the new programing

Hi,

when i install the LCI tail light (before coding) my car had a lot of error ( switch between the conductor / passenger windows, reverse light dont work etc... )

then bmw coded me one time, light works goood but still have error on the board (brakes L/R doesnt work)

coded again by bmw and every thing works fine!

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by Apo89

Hi,

when i install the LCI tail light (before coding) my car had a lot of error ( switch between the conductor / passenger windows, reverse light dont work etc... )

then bmw coded me one time, light works goood but still have error on the board (brakes L/R doesnt work)

coded again by bmw and every thing works fine!

I understand you are in France

Did BMW charge u to fix it? Which year was your m3 and did u use module?

[Apo89]

what do you mean by module ?
i have M3 2008 with FRM3,

I know someone in bmw to code it ^^

[zibawal]

Originally Posted by Apo89

what do you mean by module ?
i have M3 2008 with FRM3,

I know someone in bmw to code it ^^

I see ! Thanks. Did you do Euro or North America? Any pics?

[shamoo]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

Yes, along with bulb errors since no resistance is being detected.

Coding will solve these errors.

The video that was posted above doesn't show rapid blinkers without coding. Just curious since I may not have the means to code my lights where I am (don't know of any people on the East Coast).

I don't care about the flicker, I just don't want those stupid rapid blinkers that make it sound like you have a bulb out.

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by shamoo

The video that was posted above doesn't show rapid blinkers without coding. Just curious since I may not have the means to code my lights where I am (don't know of any people on the East Coast).

I don't care about the flicker, I just don't want those stupid rapid blinkers that make it sound like you have a bulb out.

For e9x models that are not coded, you will get a rapid flashing blinker.

These needed to be coded in order to work properly, I can recommend some programmers on the east cost - please email me directly with your city/state.

[MrLOL]

can you recommend any programmers in the UK

Or do us limeys have to go to BMW ?

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by MrLOL

can you recommend any programmers in the UK

Or do us limeys have to go to BMW ?

For overseas owners - either an independent technician equipped with a autologic programmer or BMW can perform the programming.

If pre 2010 build, you will need to see an autologic - or purchase a FRM3 module.

[shamoo]

Originally Posted by tom @ eas

For e9x models that are not coded, you will get a rapid flashing blinker.

These needed to be coded in order to work properly, I can recommend some programmers on the east cost - please email me directly with your city/state.

Tom, sorry I don't mean to keep questioning but...

The video posted above first shows the taillights in action BEFORE coding, and then AFTER coding. In the BEFORE portion, the blinkers did not blink any faster than after coding. The only difference to me (according to the video) was the startup flicker.

I'm seriously considering getting the LCI lights, but the only thing stopping me is the possibility of having rapid blinkers if I did not code. I do not mind the flicker on startup, in fact, I think it's sorta neat.

[tom @ eas]

Originally Posted by shamoo

Tom, sorry I don't mean to keep questioning but...

The video posted above first shows the taillights in action BEFORE coding, and then AFTER coding. In the BEFORE portion, the blinkers did not blink any faster than after coding. The only difference to me (according to the video) was the startup flicker.

I'm seriously considering getting the LCI lights, but the only thing stopping me is the possibility of having rapid blinkers if I did not code. I do not mind the flicker on startup, in fact, I think it's sorta neat.

Early builds tend to be a bit less finicky, there are no guarantees on what errors will be a result for those not properly coding their M3s after LCI Taillight installation.

Without coding you will get flickering.
Without coding you will get rapid blinker flashing.

I can't stress or make this any clearer. The taillamps were never intended for pre 2011 vehicles, so coding is required to correct this.

[Alekshop]

Originally Posted by zibawal

I was at local BMW they quoted me price for lights of 2011 m3 but said there is no retrofit kit out yet along with software! Guy told me usually combine package with retrofit kit/ harness etc is cheaper than just 2 rear lights.

He thought by the end of the year we should see official package /kit that should be trouble free( 2011 lights are led and lower voltage though)

Feel free to shoot me a pm or stop by and we can make it for for you.

We have complete retrofit kits is stock !

[BayMoWe335]

Originally Posted by Alekshop

Feel free to shoot me a pm or stop by and we can make it for for you.

We have complete retrofit kits is stock !

Do you know of someone in Dallas area who could help me with the programming if I bought the kit from you?

[kingofqueenz]

anyone in NY can perform this?