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      06-26-2019, 03:20 AM   #1
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Programming Help

Hi all,

I'm in need of some help. I need to re-flash my DSC, Airbag and FRM modules. I updated the VIN on the units, but that caused them to drop their software and I'm unable to get my NCS expert (downloaded from Bimmergeeks) to re-flash them. I keep getting a VIN incorrect message.

Is there anyone who can point me in the direction of a good quality BMW Tools download and give me an iddiots guide?

Any help appreciated, otherwise it is the dealer for an Integration Level re-flash.

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      06-26-2019, 04:05 PM   #2
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Make sure to firstly uninstall your current download. Go to "application and programs" in control panel and uninstall standard tools. After go to Bimmergeeks.net/downloads and download bmw standard tools and e89.rar datens. Update daten after installation via bmw coding tool and then try flashing the modules via winkfp or writing the vin correctly in tool32
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      06-26-2019, 04:25 PM   #3
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Hi all,

I'm in need of some help. I need to re-flash my DSC, Airbag and FRM modules. I updated the VIN on the units, but that caused them to drop their software and I'm unable to get my NCS expert (downloaded from Bimmergeeks) to re-flash them. I keep getting a VIN incorrect message.

Is there anyone who can point me in the direction of a good quality BMW Tools download and give me an iddiots guide?

Any help appreciated, otherwise it is the dealer for an Integration Level re-flash.

Thanks
Why are you using NCS EXPERT to flash? This is a coding software...

Winkfp updates modules.

I don't understand what you are aiming to do or why you need to flash these modules...

Please explain in detail what you are trying to do. What is your overall aim?
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      06-26-2019, 04:31 PM   #4
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I needed to replace my FRM as it was faulty. I used WinKFP to update the VIN. As I had noticed on INPA that my DSC and Airbag modules didn't have a VIN against them, I thought it would be a good idea to update the VIN. As it turns out, it wasn't! Now I have DCS and Airbag warnings and only basic FRM functionality.

So the question is, how do I restore them to functioning?

Thanks

VIN: WBAVB320X0AV67760

FA E90_#0307&LCSW%0354*VB32$1CA$249$2MF$392$321$337$4

FRM 9128184
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      06-26-2019, 05:36 PM   #5
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I needed to replace my FRM as it was faulty. I used WinKFP to update the VIN. As I had noticed on INPA that my DSC and Airbag modules didn't have a VIN against them, I thought it would be a good idea to update the VIN. As it turns out, it wasn't! Now I have DCS and Airbag warnings and only basic FRM functionality.

So the question is, how do I restore them to functioning?

Thanks

VIN: WBAVB320X0AV67760

FA E90_#0307&LCSW%0354*VB32$1CA$249$2MF$392$321$33 7$4

FRM 9128184
In INPA UIF is it showing the correct time stamp for flash on DSC, ABG and FRM? The second part to frm replacement programming is to copy VO from CAS and FA write to FRM. Once that's done, default code FRM with blank MAN file. The frm should then be coded to the car correctly. As for DSC and ABG, default code those modules in NCS Expert and the faults should erase themselves, clear codes with inpa after. Make sure cable latency is set to 1 ms and com port 1. Make sure daten's are also updated if you are running into errors trying to code in ncs expert
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      06-27-2019, 12:28 AM   #6
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In INPA UIF is it showing the correct time stamp for flash on DSC, ABG and FRM?
I'll check later. and also post error codes from INPA.

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The second part to frm replacement programming is to copy VO from CAS and FA write to FRM. Once that's done, default code FRM with blank MAN file. The frm should then be coded to the car correctly.
This is to be done on NCS Expert as below right?

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As for DSC and ABG, default code those modules in NCS Expert and the faults should erase themselves, clear codes with inpa after.
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Make sure cable latency is set to 1 ms and com port 1.
This I have checked and all OK.

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Make sure daten's are also updated if you are running into errors trying to code in ncs expert
I'm using the Bimmergeeks download and installed as per the instructions. I keep getting a VIN error COAPI-2000 Errors. I tried updating with the E89 Daten from Bimmergeeks through BMW coding tool using this guide and now get different errors.

I'll post up some screen shots tonight.

Thanks again.
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      06-27-2019, 12:56 AM   #7
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So you should start by increasing your understanding of what's happening. Then things will be easy for you to correct.

When you say you wanted to update VIN. You actually flashed the modules. If you just want to update the VIN you use tool32.

Because you flashed the modules they now need coding.

As stated for an FRM replacement you should copy the VO from CAS with FA WRITE. Then default code. However the correct way is to use an expert profile in NCS and code with SG_CODERIEN. You shouldn't use blank MAN files for default coding.

Once coded your DSC may need to be recalibrated if you are still getting problems.
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      06-27-2019, 01:25 AM   #8
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Sensible,

Understood, I do need to increase my understanding, that is why I'm asking for help.

Your description of the FRM coding is how I understand the process. I think my issue is with NCS Expert. But I don't know what I don't know, if you know what I mean.
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      06-27-2019, 04:14 AM   #9
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Sensible,

Understood, I do need to increase my understanding, that is why I'm asking for help.

Your description of the FRM coding is how I understand the process. I think my issue is with NCS Expert. But I don't know what I don't know, if you know what I mean.
No problem.

Please upload the screen shots so we can see the error.
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      06-28-2019, 03:52 PM   #10
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Sorry for the tardy reply. Life has a habit of getting in the way!

My UIF



Before anything else I need to correct this...



I think>
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      06-29-2019, 02:49 AM   #11
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Sorry for the tardy reply. Life has a habit of getting in the way!

My UIF



Before anything else I need to correct this...



I think>
Your bottom screenshot is winkfp. This is not flashing modules...

If you do want to flash more modules - Are you choosing comfort mode and update zusb and letting winkfp choose the correct file. Or are you manually trying to select a file?

I thought you were wanting to code the modules? Use NCS Expert for that...
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      07-01-2019, 03:33 PM   #12
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Sorry for the tardy reply.

I don't have any fault codes on the FRM, so didn't see the need to post a screenshot.

When flashing the module I have tried manually inputting the module number and selecting from the dropdown.

This is the Module info from INPA



When I try to default code the FRM I get this error.



I notice that the files to be uploaded contain FRM_70.PRG

My FRM (new from BMW Dealer) is FRM_87 in the module info screenshot.

Is this an issue?

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      07-01-2019, 03:52 PM   #13
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What year and model is your car? Frm_87 is frm1, frm_70 is frm2 and frm3. Your screenshots aren't loading so I can't see what errors you're talking about but you need to successfully flash the frm before going into ncs expert if you're getting errors in winkfp. Post up your config of winkfp, has to be a config error or you're not doing the correct steps if you can't successfully flash the frm
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Sorry for the tardy reply.

I don't have any fault codes on the FRM, so didn't see the need to post a screenshot.

When flashing the module I have tried manually inputting the module number and selecting from the dropdown.

This is the Module info from INPA



When I try to default code the FRM I get this error.



I notice that the files to be uploaded contain FRM_70.PRG

My FRM (new from BMW Dealer) is FRM_87 in the module info screenshot.

Is this an issue?
Images aren't loading for me either.

FYI to update / flash a module don't enter any numbers. Use comfort mode and select ecu family. Winkfp will auto select the correct files.
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What year and model is your car? Frm_87 is frm1, frm_70 is frm2 and frm3. Your screenshots aren't loading so I can't see what errors you're talking about but you need to successfully flash the frm before going into ncs expert if you're getting errors in winkfp. Post up your config of winkfp, has to be a config error or you're not doing the correct steps if you can't successfully flash the frm
2007 E90 330i.

It appears I can successfully flash via WinKFP.

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Images aren't loading for me either.

FYI to update / flash a module don't enter any numbers. Use comfort mode and select ecu family. Winkfp will auto select the correct files.
I will give this a go if I get chance tomorrow.

As I am a complete novice at this, could someone post a step by step idiot's guide so I can confirm I am doing to correctly?
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What year and model is your car? Frm_87 is frm1, frm_70 is frm2 and frm3. Your screenshots aren't loading so I can't see what errors you're talking about but you need to successfully flash the frm before going into ncs expert if you're getting errors in winkfp. Post up your config of winkfp, has to be a config error or you're not doing the correct steps if you can't successfully flash the frm
2007 E90 330i.

It appears I can successfully flash via WinKFP.

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Images aren't loading for me either.

FYI to update / flash a module don't enter any numbers. Use comfort mode and select ecu family. Winkfp will auto select the correct files.
I will give this a go if I get chance tomorrow.

As I am a complete novice at this, could someone post a step by step idiot's guide so I can confirm I am doing to correctly?
F1 comfort mode
F3 update ecu, choose correct frm (if you replaced your frm1 with frm2 choose frm2, if you had frm2 and replaced with frm2 choose frm2)
F4 input vin
F8 done
F3 prog zb update
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      07-02-2019, 01:16 PM   #17
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OK, going back to what socalcoding stated that FRM_87 is FRM1, I decided to double check the part number:



It appears to be correct as per the ETK.

Following the iddots guide, when selecting F2-Update ECU, I don't see FRM1, only FRM2, FRMPL2 and FRMR3.



If I use F2-Choose ZUFB I find my FRM part no under FRMPL2.



So I hit I OK, enter the VIN (F4) and Done (F8). Then hit F3 prog zb update.

It goes through the motions and I get..



Am I correct in stating that this is OK? I still have no power windows, welcome lights, interior lights, parking sensors etc. All of which I believe are dependant on the FRM.
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OK, going back to what socalcoding stated that FRM_87 is FRM1, I decided to double check the part number:

[IMG]https://forum.s14power.com/data/phot...f1d0d342c0.jpg[/IMG]

It appears to be correct as per the ETK.

Following the iddots guide, when selecting F2-Update ECU, I don't see FRM1, only FRM2, FRMPL2 and FRMR3.

[IMG]https://forum.s14power.com/data/phot...608d2b116e.jpg[/IMG]

If I use F2-Choose ZUFB I find my FRM part no under FRMPL2.

[IMG]https://forum.s14power.com/data/phot...780a98d9c7.jpg[/IMG]

So I hit I OK, enter the VIN (F4) and Done (F8). Then hit F3 prog zb update.

It goes through the motions and I get..

[IMG]https://forum.s14power.com/data/phot...bffa6b3475.jpg[/IMG]

Am I correct in stating that this is OK? I still have no power windows, welcome lights, interior lights, parking sensors etc. All of which I believe are dependant on the FRM.
Frmpl2 is frm1 or frmfa. You're not following my steps above though, you go into comfort mode, press f3 to update ecu, choose frmpl2, press f4 input vin, press f8 done, then f3 prog zb update. Why are you manually choosing a ZB number? Do the exact steps above. After it flashed you'll need to go to ncs expert to copy VO from CAS over to FRM. Then default code frm module
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I tried both but as I didn't see FRM1 as an option, I manually selected. I will try again at half time.

Sorry to ask, but can you post idiots guide for the NCS Expert procedure?
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I tried both but as I didn't see FRM1 as an option, I manually selected. I will try again at half time.

Sorry to ask, but can you post idiots guide for the NCS Expert procedure?
http://blog.obdii365.com/2016/10/14/...et-update-frm/
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I tried both but as I didn't see FRM1 as an option, I manually selected. I will try again at half time.

Sorry to ask, but can you post idiots guide for the NCS Expert procedure?
In the picture you posted you can see frmpl2 lol you need to choose frmpl2 in update ecu f3 and then input vin and then prog zb update. You don't manually choose a zb
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Thanks Sensible.

So the WinKFP went to plan.

When following the linked guide I get this error...

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