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BMW F80 M3 coding list

2015–2018 · 185 settings you can change yourself, from the published lists of BimmerCode and Carly, with the module, difficulty and caveats for each

Before you code

  • Both apps need a supported OBD adapter plugged into the port in the driver's footwell; not every adapter works with every car, and some newer G-series modules can only be reached with specific adapters (BimmerCode quick start, BimmerCode FAQ).
  • Coding restarts the module you changed, so the car can show warning messages for a moment. BimmerCode says these clear after switching the ignition off and on again (BimmerCode FAQ).
  • Keep the backup the app makes before you code. BimmerCode says coding data can be restored from it if a connection drops, but that misuse of expert mode can leave a module needing a reflash (BimmerCode FAQ).
  • Some modules have known faults: BimmerCode refuses to code certain FRM footwell modules that have a corrupted boot sector, and on some cars the body domain controller (BDC) can stop responding until the 12 V battery is disconnected for a few minutes (BimmerCode FAQ).
  • The lists below are the apps' published lists. What your car actually offers depends on its modules, software level and factory options; the free version of BimmerCode reads the car and shows what is available before you pay (BimmerCode quick start).

F80-specific caveats

  • NBT EVO head unit: on some BMW software levels (i-levels) coding the head unit can trigger component protection, which can disable features such as navigation; BimmerCode blocks coding on those levels and suggests a dealer software update first. (BimmerCode FAQ)

Acoustical confirmation

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Acoustical lock/unlock confirmationActive / Not activeCANS2, FZD__07EasyBimmerCode
Checkbox acoustical lock confirmation
Please note that the car has to be equipped with an alarm system.
Active / Not activeHU_CIC, HU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOOnly if equippedBimmerCode
Confirmation sound durationShort / Normal / Long / Very longCANS2, FZD__07EasyBimmerCode
Confirmation sound frequencyCANS2EasyBimmerCode
Confirmation sound frequencyLow / Normal / HighFZD__07EasyBimmerCode
Confirmation sound volumeLow / Normal / High / Very highCANS2, FZD__07EasyBimmerCode

Active Cruise Control

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Active Cruise Control default distanceLevel 1 / Level 2 / Level 3 / Level 4ICMQLEasyBimmerCode

Active Rear Spoiler

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Active Rear Spoiler extension speed60 km/h / 70 km/h / 80 km/h / 90 km/h / 100 km/h / 110 km/hHKFMEasyBimmerCode
Active Rear Spoiler retraction speed50 km/h / 60 km/h / 70 km/h / 80 km/hHKFMEasyBimmerCode

Active Sound Design

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Active Sound Design deactivation
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
DeactivatedASD_01EasyBimmerCode

Air Conditioning

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Air Conditioning on in AUTO modeActive / Not activeIHKA_VA01, IHKA_VA02EasyBimmerCode
Air Conditioning setting memoryActive / Not activeIHKA_VA01, IHKA_VA02EasyBimmerCode
Air circulation setting memoryActive / Not activeIHKA_VA01, IHKA_VA02EasyBimmerCode
Automatic Air RecirculationActive / Not activeIHKA_VA02EasyBimmerCode
Display color changeActive / Not activeIHKA_VA02EasyBimmerCode

Alarm system

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Alarm soundAlarm sound Europe / Alarm sound Great Britain / Alarm sound USACANS2, FZD__07EasyBimmerCode
Interior motion detection
Please note that this function requires the car to be equipped with an alarm system.
Active / Not activeCANS2Only if equippedBimmerCode
OBD alarm
Please note that this function requires the car to be equipped with an alarm system.
Active / Not activeCANS2Only if equippedBimmerCode

Ambient lighting

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Ambient lighting brightness10% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80%FEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Ambient lighting brightness decoupling from instrument clusterActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Angel Eyes

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Angel Eyes brightness
Please note that this coding has to be carried out for both headlights (left and right) separately. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
100%FLE_02Two-stepBimmerCode
Angel Eyes brightness low beam
Please note that this coding has to be carried out for both headlights (left and right) separately.
10% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80%TMS_03Two-stepBimmerCode
Angel Eyes brightness low beam8% / 10% / 12% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60%FEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Angel Eyes brightness parking lights
Please note that this coding has to be carried out for both headlights (left and right) separately.
10% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80%TMS_03Two-stepBimmerCode
Angel Eyes brightness parking lights8% / 10% / 12% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60%FEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Audio

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Bluetooth audio streaming
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Bluetooth audio streaming (1 of 2)
Please note that for this function, “Bluetooth audio streaming (2 of 2)” must also be activated in the “Combox” control unit. If there is no “Combox” installed in your car, Bluetooth audio streaming is not possible unfortunately. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_CICTwo-stepBimmerCode
Bluetooth audio streaming (2 of 2)
Please note that for this function, “Bluetooth audio streaming (1 of 2)” must also be activated in the “Headunit” control unit. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveTwo-stepBimmerCode
Maximum volume at startup10% / 20% / 25% / 30% / 40% / 50%HU_CIC, HU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
RingtoneRingtone 1 / Ringtone 2 / Ringtone 3 / Smartphone ringtoneEasyBimmerCode
RingtoneBMW i ringtone / BMW ringtone / Mini ringtone / Smartphone ringtoneHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Shut off iDrive system when driver door is openedActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Warning chimeBMW i warning chime / BMW warning chime / Mini warning chime / Rolls-Royce warning chimeHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode

Auto Start Stop function

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Auto Start Stop function in ECO modeActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Auto Start Stop function memory
Please note that the Auto Start Stop function is automatically activated again in ECO PRO driving mode.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Auto Start Stop function off by default
Please note that the Auto Start Stop function is automatically activated again in ECO PRO driving mode.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Battery

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Battery type
Please note that this value must only be modified if the battery in the car has been replaced. After coding, the battery replacement has to be registered using “BimmerLink” additionally.
20 Ah / 40 Ah AGM / 46 Ah / 55 Ah / 70 Ah / 70 Ah AGM / 80 Ah / 80 Ah AGMFEM_01Two-stepBimmerCode

CarPlay

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
CarPlay fullscreen mode
Important: This coding only works with the iDrive software versions “NBTevo_X” and “NBTevo_Y”. In this case, an update of the i-level from a BMW service partner is required first.
Active / Not activeHU_NBT_EVOOnly if equippedBimmerCode

Clock/Date

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Date incl. Time in dashboard
In order to activate this function, please also activate ‘Date in dashboard’.
on / offKOMBITwo-stepCarly

Convenient opening/closing

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Convenient closing
To trigger convenient closing the lock button on the remote control has to be pressed and held. Please note that this option does not work for convertibles.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient closing delay0.5 seconds / 1 second / 1.5 seconds / No delayFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient closing delay front windows0.5 seconds / 1 second / 1.5 seconds / No delayFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient closing delay sunroof0.5 seconds / 1 second / 1.5 seconds / 3.5 seconds / No delayFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient closing with Comfort Access
For convenient closing with the Comfort Access the door handle has to be touched and held at the ribbed surface. Please note that this option does not work for convertibles.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient closing with remote control
For convenient closing with the remote control, the lock button has to be pressed and held. Please note that this option does not work for convertibles.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient opening
For a convenient opening the unlock button on the remote control has to be pressed and held. When using Comfort Access, the door handle has to be gripped and held.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient opening delay0.5 seconds / 1 second / 1.5 seconds / 2 seconds / 2.5 secondsFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient opening delay rear windows0.5 seconds / 1 second / 1.5 seconds / No delayFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient opening delay sunroof0.5 seconds / 1 second / 1.5 seconds / 3.5 seconds / No delayFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Convenient opening with remote control
For convenient opening with the remote control, the unlock button has to be pressed and held.
Active / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Daytime running light

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Checkbox daytime running lightActive / Not activeHU_CIC, HU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Daytime running light brightness10% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80%FEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Daytime running light modeActive / Active also with parking lights / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Daytime running light tail lights inner partActive / Not activeREM_01EasyBimmerCode
Daytime running light tail lights outer partActive / Not activeREM_01EasyBimmerCode

Display options iDrive system

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Display full text messages
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Pressure and temperature in tire pressure monitor
Please note that the car has to be equipped with the required sensors. This option affects the display only and it is not possible to completely deactivate the tire pressure monitoring in the car.
Active / Not activeHU_CICOnly if equippedBimmerCode
Rear view camera zoomActive / Not activeHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Service historyActive / Not activeHU_CIC, HU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Start animation
Please note that the animation is not visible every time you start the car, but only under certain circumstances.
ALPINA / BMW 1 / BMW 2 / BMW i / Christmas / Connected Drive 1 / Connected Drive 2 / M variant 1HU_NBTEasyBimmerCode
Start animation
Please note that the animation is not visible every time you start the car, but only under certain circumstances.
ALPINA / BMW i / Connected Drive / M variant 1 / M variant 2 / MINI John Cooper Works / MINI variant 1 / MINI variant 2HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Start screenAnimation / Welcome screenHU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Tire pressure control
Please note that the car has to be equipped with the required sensors to make this work.
Display pressure only / Display temperature and pressure / Not activeHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOOnly if equippedBimmerCode
Volume popupActive / Not activeHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
xView displayActive / Not activeHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode

Display options instrument cluster

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Average values resetAfter 4 hours / After 8 hours / After every ride / NeverKOMBI, KOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode
Date in board computerActive / Not activeKOMBIEasyBimmerCode
Digital speed in board computerActive / Not activeKOMBI, KOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode
Empty menu item in board computerActive / Not activeKOMBI, KOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode
Fuel consumption display maximum value20 l/100km / 30 l/100kmKOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode
M Performance logoNot active / 135i / 140i / 235i / 240i / 340i / 50d / 550dKOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode
Start logo50d / 135i / 140i / 235i / 240i / 340i / AG / M PerformanceKOMBIEasyBimmerCode
Start logo50d / 135i / 140i / 235i / 240i / 340i / AG / M PerformanceKOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode

Doors/windows

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Horn signal when locking the car with engine runningActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Lock after pulling awayActive / Not activeHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Time until automatic lock10 seconds / 30 seconds / 1 minute / 2 minutes / 5 minutes / 10 minutesFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Unlock doors automaticallyActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Window lifter interruption when opening a doorActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Driving mode

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
SPORT driving mode configurable (1 of 2)
Please note that “SPORT mode configurable (2 of 2)” in the “Integrated Chassis Management” control unit has to be enabled additionally. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_CIC, HU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOTwo-stepBimmerCode
SPORT driving mode configurable (2 of 2)
Please note that “SPORT mode configurable (1 of 2)” in the “Headunit” control unit has to be enabled additionally. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveICMQLTwo-stepBimmerCode
SPORT+ driving mode (1 of 2)
Please note that “SPORT+ driving mode (2 of 2)” in the “Instrument Cluster” control unit has to be enabled additionally. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveICMQLTwo-stepBimmerCode
SPORT+ driving mode (2 of 2)
Please note that “SPORT+ driving mode (1 of 2)” in the “Integrated Chassis Management” control unit has to be enabled additionally. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveKOMBITwo-stepBimmerCode
Start in ECO modeActive / Not activeICMQLEasyBimmerCode

Easy entry

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Easy entry protection area0 mm / 10 mm / 20 mm / 30 mm / 40 mm / 50 mm / 60 mm / 70 mmCBFS_PLX_1, CFAS_PLX_1EasyBimmerCode
Easy entry seat movement
Please note that the car has to be equipped with electrically adjustable seats with memory function.
ActiveCBFS_PLX_1, CFAS_PLX_1Only if equippedBimmerCode
Easy entry seat travel10 mm / 20 mm / 30 mm / 40 mm / 50 mm / 60 mm / 70 mm / 80 mmCBFS_PLX_1, CFAS_PLX_1EasyBimmerCode

Fuel reserve warnings

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Low fuel warning 110 kilometers / 10 miles / 20 kilometers / 20 miles / 30 kilometers / 30 miles / 40 kilometers / 50 kilometersKOMBI, KOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode
Low fuel warning 240 miles / 50 kilometers / 50 miles / 60 kilometers / 70 kilometers / 80 kilometers / 90 kilometers / Not activeKOMBI, KOMBI_CT_RD1EasyBimmerCode

Gear Shift Indicator

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Gear shift indicator and suggestion 2/3
Only change with ‘Gear shift indicator 1/2’.
on / offKOMBITwo-stepCarly
Gear shift indicator in sport modeon / offKOMBIEasyCarly
Gear shift indicator current gearon / offKOMBIEasyCarly
Gear Shift Indicator menuon / offCICEasyCarly

Headlight cleaning

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Headlight cleaning blocking time1 minute / 2 minutes / 3 minutes / 4 minutes / 5 minutes / 6 minutes / 7 minutes / 8 minutesFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Headlight cleaning pause between injection pulses200 ms / 400 ms / 600 ms / 800 ms / 1000 ms / 1200 ms / 1400 ms / 1600 msFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Headlight cleaning system deactivation speed threshold10 km/h / 20 km/h / 30 km/h / 40 km/h / 50 km/h / 60 km/h / 70 km/h / 80 km/hFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Headlight washersActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Number of washing operations for headlight cleaning1 operation / 5 operations / 10 operationsFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Number of water injection pulses during headlight cleaning1 time / 2 times / 3 timesFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Water injection duration for headlight cleaning200 ms / 400 ms / 600 ms / 800 ms / 1000 ms / 1200 ms / 1400 ms / 1600 msFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

HUD

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
HUD music listsActive / Not activeKOMBIEasyBimmerCode
HUD phone bookActive / Not activeKOMBIEasyBimmerCode
HUD telephone listActive / Not activeKOMBIEasyBimmerCode
HUD voice inputActive / Not activeKOMBIEasyBimmerCode

Interior Lights

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Interior lighting after unlocking0s / 10s / 20s / 30sFEMEasyCarly
Interior lighting after locking0s / 8s / 20s / 30sFEMEasyCarly
Interior lighting after opening trunk lidon / offFEMEasyCarly
Brightness interior lights after unlockoff / very low / low / rather low / medium / rather high / high / very highFEMEasyCarly

Lighting

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Cornering lights activation
To make this work, the car has to be equipped with fog lights. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Cornering lights deactivation
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Door handle lights when reverse gear is engagedActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Fog lights deactivationFog lights deactivatedFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Fog lights off with high beamActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Fog lights with parking lightsActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rain-light-sensor sensitivityInsensitive / Normal / Sensitive / Very sensitiveFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Mirrors

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Automatic mirror tilt
Please note that your car has to be equipped with power folding mirrors.
Active / Not activeFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Automatic mirror tilt value10% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80%FEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Fold mirrors with convenient closing
Please note that your car has to be equipped with power folding mirrors and that this option does not work for convertibles.
Active / Not activeFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Fold/unfold mirrors automatically
Please note that your car has to be equipped with power folding mirrors and that this option does not work for convertibles. Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Mirror folding speed threshold5 km/h / 10 km/h / 20 km/h / 30 km/h / 40 km/h / 50 km/hFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Mirror unfolding speed threshold5 km/h / 10 km/h / 20 km/h / 30 km/h / 40 km/h / 50 km/hFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Unfold mirrors with convenient openingActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

PDC

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Activate PDC when rolling backwardsActive / Not activePMA_PDC, REM_01EasyBimmerCode
PDC deactivation during trailer operationActiveREM_01EasyBimmerCode
PDC distance switch-off threshold10 m / 20 m / 30 m / 40 m / 50 m / 100 m / 150 m / 200 mPMA_PDC, REM_01EasyBimmerCode
PDC speed switch-off threshold5 km/h / 10 km/h / 15 km/h / 20 km/h / 30 km/h / 36 km/h / 40 km/h / 50 km/hPMA_PDC, REM_01EasyBimmerCode
Speed switch-off threshold for visual and acoustic PDC warnings5 km/h / 10 km/h / 15 km/h / 20 km/h / 30 km/h / 40 km/h / 50 km/hREM_01EasyBimmerCode

Retrofit

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
HiFi loudspeaker system
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_NBTRetrofitBimmerCode
LCI tail lights
Please note that the wiring of the tail lights may also have to be adapted.
ActiveREM_01RetrofitBimmerCode
Steering wheel with paddlesActive / Not activeFEM_01RetrofitBimmerCode

Seat heating/cooling

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Front backrests temperature level 130 °C / 31 °C / 32 °C / 33 °C / 34 °C / 35 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Front backrests temperature level 236 °C / 37 °C / 38 °C / 39 °C / 40 °C / 41 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Front backrests temperature level 342 °C / 43 °C / 44 °C / 45 °C / 46 °C / 47 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Front seats temperature level 130 °C / 31 °C / 32 °C / 33 °C / 34 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Front seats temperature level 235 °C / 36 °C / 37 °C / 38 °C / 39 °C / 40 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Front seats temperature level 341 °C / 42 °C / 43 °C / 44 °C / 45 °C / 46 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rear backrests temperature level 130 °C / 31 °C / 32 °C / 33 °C / 34 °C / 35 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rear backrests temperature level 236 °C / 37 °C / 38 °C / 39 °C / 40 °C / 41 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rear backrests temperature level 342 °C / 43 °C / 44 °C / 45 °C / 46 °C / 47 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rear seats temperature level 130 °C / 31 °C / 32 °C / 33 °C / 34 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rear seats temperature level 235 °C / 36 °C / 37 °C / 38 °C / 39 °C / 40 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Rear seats temperature level 341 °C / 42 °C / 43 °C / 44 °C / 45 °C / 46 °CFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Seat heating/cooling setting memory15 minutes / 24 hours / Do not save / UnlimitedCBFS_PLX_1, CFAS_PLX_1EasyBimmerCode

Sport displays

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Sport displays
Please note that in some cars the engine control unit does not transmit the required values to the headunit and in this case the Sport displays will be displayed but remain functionless.
Active / Not activeHU_CIC, HU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Sport displays colorOrange / RedHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode

Steering wheel heating

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Steering wheel heating memory15 minutes / 24 hours / Do not save / UnlimitedFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Tailgate

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Boot lid opening delay0.5 seconds / 1 second / 5 seconds / 10 seconds / No delayFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Close tailgate with button in the interiorActive / Not activeHKFM, HKL_IIIEasyBimmerCode
Close tailgate with button in the interior without long pressActive / Not activeHKFM2EasyBimmerCode
Close tailgate with remote controlActive / Not activeHKFM, HKL_IIIEasyBimmerCode
Close tailgate with remote without long pressActive / Not activeHKFM, HKL_IIIEasyBimmerCode
Close tailgate with the remote control without long pressActive / Not activeHKFM2EasyBimmerCode
Tailgate function remote controlOpen / Open and closeHKFM2EasyBimmerCode
Tailgate function when pulling the button in the interiorClose / DeactivatedHKFM2EasyBimmerCode
Tailgate function when pushing the button in the interiorDeactivated / Open / Open and closeHKFM2EasyBimmerCode

Telephone

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Telephone contacts in HUDon / offKOMBIEasyCarly
Selection of ringtoneBMW / MiniCICEasyCarly
Use telephone ringtoneon / offCICEasyCarly
Phone contacts in ‘Office’ iDrive menuon / offNBTEasyCarly
Siri Eyes-Free button
Siri has to be active on the iPhone.
on / offNBTEasyCarly
Number of addresses/messages for storing1 / 5 / 10 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 40 / 50COMBOXEasyCarly

Tires

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Tire pressure menu in iDrive 2/3
Only change this function with ‘Tire pressure menu in iDrive 1/3’.
on / offNBTTwo-stepCarly
Tire pressure menu in iDrive 3/3
Only change this function with ‘Tire pressure menu in iDrive 1/3’.
on / off / off (alternative)NBTTwo-stepCarly

Transmission

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Sport Automatic TransmissionActive / Not activeGKEB23EasyBimmerCode

Turn signals

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Turn signals flashing on locking1 time / 2 times / 3 times / OffFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Turn signals flashing on unlocking1 time / 2 times / 3 times / OffFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Video

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Additional video codecs and formats
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode
Video via USB
Keep the backup so you can undo it.
ActiveHU_NBT, HU_NBT_EVOEasyBimmerCode

Welcome Lights

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Welcome Light activationLight switch on auto / Light switch on auto or 2 / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Welcome Light in darkness onlyActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Welcome Light lighting duration5 seconds / 10 seconds / 15 seconds / 20 seconds / 30 seconds / 45 seconds / 60 secondsFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Welcome Lights brightness
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
10% / 20% / 30% / 40% / 50% / 60% / 70% / 80%FEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights central turn signals
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights cornering lights
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights daytime running light
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights design lights
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights fog lights
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights front turn signals
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights high beam 1
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights high beam 2
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights low beam
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode
Welcome Lights parking lights
Please note that this option only works for cars equipped with halogen or xenon headlights.
Hard on / Not active / Soft onFEM_01Only if equippedBimmerCode

Window cleaning

SettingChoicesModuleDifficultyListed by
Automatic rear wiper in reverseActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Wipe cycles after front washing1 time / 2 times / 3 times / 4 times / 5 timesFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Wipe cycles after rear washing1 time / 2 times / 3 times / 4 times / 5 timesFEM_01EasyBimmerCode
Wiper level switch back when stationaryActive / Not activeFEM_01EasyBimmerCode

Module names

ASD_01 Active Sound Design · CANS2 Anti-theft alarm system · CBFS_PLX_1 Seat Module Passenger · CFAS_PLX_1 Seat Module Driver · FEM_01 Front Electronic Module · FLE_02 Front Light Electronics · FZD__07 Roof Function Center · GKEB23 Electronic Transmission Control · HKFM Tailgate Function Module · HKFM2 Tailgate Function Module · HKL_III Tailgate Function Module · HU_CIC Headunit · HU_NBT Headunit · HU_NBT_EVO Headunit · ICMQL Integrated Chassis Management · IHKA_VA01 Air Conditioning · IHKA_VA02 Air Conditioning · KOMBI Instrument Cluster · KOMBI_CT_RD1 Instrument Cluster · PMA_PDC Park Distance Control · REM_01 Rear Electronic Module · TMS_03 Headlight Driver Module left

What we left out

The apps also list settings that switch off or weaken safety equipment or lighting that US law requires, or that only make sense in other markets. We don't list them. For the F80 that is:

  • Bulb-failure monitoring, lamp warnings and LED-bulb conversion (68)
  • Safety warnings and notices (44)
  • Video or text while the car is moving (17)
  • Seat belt reminders and belt-status warnings (9)
  • Emergency brake-light signal (Brake Force Display) (7)
  • Driver-assistance and camera thresholds (7)
  • Switching off or dimming US side-marker lights (required on US cars) (4)
  • Safety interlocks (starting without brake/clutch, top or lights while moving) (3)
  • Speedometer correction (3)
  • Pedestrian warning sound (electric and hybrid models) (1)

Sources

  1. BimmerCode: BMW 3 Series, M3 (F30, F31, F34, F35, F80)
  2. Carly: coding for the BMW 3 series, F3x, F80 (2011 - 2020) tab
  3. BimmerCode FAQ
  4. BimmerCode quick start guide

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