[Wissam]

Originally Posted by DESI4life10

Look for this:

TAGFAHRLICHT_ECE

and change to nicht_aktiv.

I also only have FRM as my submodule

In the FRM sub-module, I changed DRL_V_GEDIMMT from nicht_aktiv back to aktiv, the high beam DRL came back ON...then I changed TAGFAHRLICHT_ECE from aktiv to nicht_aktiv, the high beam DRL are still ON...I did all this at night so couldn't verify if the Auto Headlights function is now back to normal or if the low beams are still always on when in Auto...

[jphughan]

Originally Posted by Kalud

Most ordered the cable from the link on the first page, but obviously he's out of stock or something. Anyway, the cable is this one:

http://www.bimmerretrofit.com/store/...&product_id=59

http://cgi.ebay.ca/BMW-INPA-Ediabas-...item230ecadfa8

http://www.one-stop-electronics.com/...&product_id=16

You can probably find with those examples. Typically the good one is the one with the transparent case like shown in the two previous links.

Typical description: BMW INPA / EDIABAS K+DCAN USB INTERFACE

Good luck!

This is not necessarily correct! The ones with transparent cabling seem to have Pin 8 still connected, whereas the ones with the black cabling from that eBay vendor and one-stop-electronics have it disconnected. The former will work on K-Line, Double K-Line, and D-CAN cars EXCEPT cars manufactured in 3/2009 or later. The latter will work on K-Line and all D-CAN cars (D-CAN has been used since 3/07), but not Double K-Line.

The reason is that cars from 3/09 on have an Ethernet interface on Pin 8, and if the car detects a signal on that interface, it drops the D-CAN connection that's being used for coding. A cable with Pin 8 already disconnected (or desoldering it yourself) solves that problem but breaks Double K-Line because BMW used Pin 8 for Double K-Line back in the day. Unfortunately that recycling of Pin 8 means there's no universal cable, so it's something to be aware of. Many people who have failed with the transparent cable have done so because they have cars made after 3/09 and have then succeeded purchasing the black cable. The vendor with the black cable does sell an adapter that will allow you to code Double K-Line from a cable with Pin 8 disconnected though, so that's how you'd get truly universal coding if you need it.

[jphughan]

Originally Posted by tracerit

posting before reading but is all this coding stuff DIY? do all i need is the right software and a OBD II cable?

Also check out ********* dot com. Go to the Beginner's Lounge and read the Getting Started and FAQ stickies. That's a much more concise version of what's in this thread.

[Kalud]

Originally Posted by jphughan

This is not necessarily correct! The ones with transparent cabling seem to have Pin 8 still connected, whereas the ones with the black cabling from that eBay vendor and one-stop-electronics have it disconnected. The former will work on K-Line, Double K-Line, and D-CAN cars EXCEPT cars manufactured in 3/2009 or later.

The reason is that cars from then on have an Ethernet interface on Pin 8, and if the car detects a signal on that interface, it drops the D-CAN connection that's being used for coding. If you get a cable with Pin 8 already disconnected (or desolder it yourself), then your cable will work with K-Line and all D-CAN cars, but not Double K-Line, since BMW used Pin 8 for Double K-Line back in the day. Unfortunately that recycling of Pin 8 means there's no universal cable, so it's something to be aware of. Many people who have failed with the transparent cable have done so because they have cars made after 3/09 and have then succeeded purchasing the black cable. The vendor with the black cable does sell an adapter that will allow you to code Double K-Line from a cable with Pin 8 disconnected though, so that's how you'd get truly universal coding if you need it.

Wel... I don't want to start a war, and I hope we are telling the same... But I have a cable that look exactly like the 3 I posted above. Transparent case (not transparent cable) and I have a 2011. This is the cable that was mentionned in the first post and it works very well period. So the recommended cable for latest cars is indeed the one with transparent case...

[jphughan]

Originally Posted by Kalud

Wel... I don't want to start a war, and I hope we are telling the same... But I have a cable that look exactly like the 3 I posted above. Transparent case (not transparent cable) and I have a 2011. This is the cable that was mentionned in the first post and it works very well period. So the recommended cable for latest cars is indeed the one with transparent case...

All the cables have a transparent connector; I'm talking about the cable itself. Two of the links you posted have a black cable and one has a transparent. It's also possible that the transparent cable is now selling with Pin 8 disconnected. Even the black cable originally had Pin 8 connected, so time of purchase must have something to do with it. If you're worried, I guess the bottom line is to check the description closely and email the seller if there isn't enough information.

[Kalud]

Anyone that has a 2URAD module (RAD2.PRG) been able to get its FSW_PSW ?

[e90TiAg335i]

Just install a switch to disconnect pin 8 and you have a "universal" cable. I have the "black" cable with clear case. I soldered in pin 8 and added a switch. Good times!!!

[soty08]

Hi everybody.

I had convert EURO headlight to US headlight.
but US headlight has not AHL function. and i got Corneringlight error.
I tried to not active,CHECK_SMC_ERROR ,CC_MELD_LICHT_AN_WARNUNG and AUTO_LWR_ENABLE in NFRM but cant get rid of this error.

Please help.
any idea?

[DESI4life10]

Originally Posted by Wissam

In the FRM sub-module, I changed DRL_V_GEDIMMT from nicht_aktiv back to aktiv, the high beam DRL came back ON...then I changed TAGFAHRLICHT_ECE from aktiv to nicht_aktiv, the high beam DRL are still ON...I did all this at night so couldn't verify if the Auto Headlights function is now back to normal or if the low beams are still always on when in Auto...

I will check my file to see if another line was coded. I now remember there may have been a 2nd line that needed to be coded as well along with the TAGFAHRLICHT_ECE line. Stay tuned :-)

[VitaminXX]

I just step in thie great fourm. There are a lot of coding information. Thank you all guys effort.

[BlaSTiWi]

If you not gonna use the AHL try to remove S524A option from your FA/VO.

Originally Posted by soty08

Hi everybody.

I had convert EURO headlight to US headlight.
but US headlight has not AHL function. and i got Corneringlight error.
I tried to not active,CHECK_SMC_ERROR ,CC_MELD_LICHT_AN_WARNUNG and AUTO_LWR_ENABLE in NFRM but cant get rid of this error.

Please help.
any idea?

[BlaSTiWi]

Yup the newest shipment of the 'black' cable I got from seller on pg #1 has no pin #8 and it comes w/ black adapter ('bout the size of the clear head) that has pin #7 & #8 bridged.

So when you need to work on a car that need pin #8 just use the black adapter.

Originally Posted by jphughan

This is not necessarily correct! The ones with transparent cabling seem to have Pin 8 still connected, whereas the ones with the black cabling from that eBay vendor and one-stop-electronics have it disconnected. The former will work on K-Line, Double K-Line, and D-CAN cars EXCEPT cars manufactured in 3/2009 or later. The latter will work on K-Line and all D-CAN cars (D-CAN has been used since 3/07), but not Double K-Line.

The reason is that cars from 3/09 on have an Ethernet interface on Pin 8, and if the car detects a signal on that interface, it drops the D-CAN connection that's being used for coding. A cables with Pin 8 already disconnected (or desoldering it yourself) solves that problem but breaks Double K-Line because BMW used Pin 8 for Double K-Line back in the day. Unfortunately that recycling of Pin 8 means there's no universal cable, so it's something to be aware of. Many people who have failed with the transparent cable have done so because they have cars made after 3/09 and have then succeeded purchasing the black cable. The vendor with the black cable does sell an adapter that will allow you to code Double K-Line from a cable with Pin 8 disconnected though, so that's how you'd get truly universal coding if you need it.

[Showsol2211]

How long did most of you wait for your cable? I'm at about two weeks now. Hoping that it comes soon.

[Kalud]

Originally Posted by Showsol2211

How long did most of you wait for your cable? I'm at about two weeks now. Hoping that it comes soon.

Just checking back my tracking number...

I ordered off Ebay (automotive-tool seller) on Feb 8th.

Item arrived in Canada on Feb 15th.

To my door on Feb 18th.

Total 10 calendar days.

[Showsol2211]

Originally Posted by Kalud

Just checking back my tracking number...

I ordered off Ebay (automotive-tool seller) on Feb 8th.

Item arrived in Canada on Feb 15th.

To my door on Feb 18th.

Total 10 calendar days.

Thanks! I just called USPS and they told me that it has not left HK yet. Usually I am really patient with these types of deals, but since there has been no communication, I have been a little more irritated with it. Thanks again! Guess I will continue to wait.

[Castel]

This thread is great! I was able to finally code a few options using the first posts by xxxjecxxx .

[DESI4life10]

Originally Posted by Showsol2211

Thanks! I just called USPS and they told me that it has not left HK yet. Usually I am really patient with these types of deals, but since there has been no communication, I have been a little more irritated with it. Thanks again! Guess I will continue to wait.

Took me 3.5 weeks to get it (canada).

[mark19uk]

I was 3 weeks for the uk

[Thirdy]

I just finish reading this whole thread. It took me almost 2 weeks. Now I already have my program running. Next I will be buying my cable and hopefully I will not encounter any problems with INPA and NCSExpert. I have an LCI X3 but I enjoyed reading this thread since there's nothing going on at X3's forum.

Also can somebody direct me to the spreadsheet that way I can compare whatever my LCI E83 will have in common with e90.

Thanks again to everybody. It was a very informative and helpful thread.

[jphughan]

Originally Posted by Thirdy

I just finish reading this whole thread. It took me almost 2 weeks. Now I already have my program running. Next I will be buying my cable and hopefully I will not encounter any problems with INPA and NCSExpert. I have an LCI X3 but I enjoyed reading this thread since there's nothing going on at X3's forum.

Also can somebody direct me to the spreadsheet that way I can compare whatever my LCI E83 will have in common with e90.

Thanks again to everybody. It was a very informative and helpful thread.

Go to ********* dot com, open the Beginner's Lounge, and check out the Getting Started and FAQ stickies. It's a pretty concise collection of everything you need and includes a link to the Google Doc spreadsheet which you'll have to request access to (it's usually granted fast). Enjoy!

[Neutrino45]

Originally Posted by Thirdy

I just finish reading this whole thread. It took me almost 2 weeks. Now I already have my program running. Next I will be buying my cable and hopefully I will not encounter any problems with INPA and NCSExpert. I have an LCI X3 but I enjoyed reading this thread since there's nothing going on at X3's forum.

Also can somebody direct me to the spreadsheet that way I can compare whatever my LCI E83 will have in common with e90.

Thanks again to everybody. It was a very informative and helpful thread.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=480261

[Kalud]

Fun fact.

The main seller, mentionned in the DIY Guide and the first post of this thread sold 102 unit on ebay (ranging from 75 to 119 usd each). This is only the K+DCAN USB cable. In fact, including all the BMW serial and usb OBD interface cables the count raise to 148 unit. Interesting

Source here