[F87_LCI]

Those in NA who have the MPE and the accompanying Bluetooth remote (button to actuate the flaps to "track" mode)...

Has anyone found a good way to integrate this button into the car in a good (clean, factory-esque) way? I find it annoying to have this thing rolling around in a cup holder or the door storage pockets. Looking for an innovative solution.

[horsepower_and_hounds]

Thought most put it in the cup holder with the foam surround and it didn't rattle. Is this not the case?

[HODLM]

Someone did a DIY and shaved the button casing down a bit and put it in the cigarette lighter slot.

[horsepower_and_hounds]

Originally Posted by HODLM

Someone did a DIY and shaved the button casing down a bit and put it in the cigarette lighter slot.

Whattttt.......don't do this to me.

[Dirtboy]

Originally Posted by m2ruder

Whattttt.......don't do this to me.

Originally Posted by MWelt

Whole unit has to come up to detach cigarette lighter. MPE Bluetooth needs better storage, how bout utilizing cigarette lighter for remote storage vs foam carrier. Filed mine down as shown:

http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1425181

[Bee Pee]

If you wanted to keep the 12v socket - why not mount mpe BT remote in one of the F2x/F3x optional storage add-ons that fit into cup holder ie as per right hand side in the below:-

[horsepower_and_hounds]

That is a great idea but my '18 M2 did not come with any and the ones for the earlier F22 will not fit. They changed the shape

Thanks for the pic Dirtboy

[cookiesowns]

I've been looking into reverse engineering the bluetooth controller signals and seeing if theres a way to build an app to activate this.

[BSMF87]

The Macht Schnell EVC Module integrates it to the turn signal, it also removes the check engine light for catless DP.

https://ind-distribution.com/product?sku=40.00.100

[F87_LCI]

I noticed in the video for the Macht Schnell EVC Module that each time you press the BC button, it is also changing the data shown in the cluster display (the factory purpose for this button). I like to have my fuel/100km info displayed at all times. Seems like if I am having to press this button to also actuate the exhaust flap and this is simply open or closed, it would be difficult/annoying to determine the correct number of button presses so that the exhaust flap will be open AND the desired data is displayed on the cluster. Otherwise it's an interesting solution.

As for the cigarette lighter mod, I would not like to lose the charge port functionality. However, this did give me an idea...I'm wondering if anyone has tried using the "blanks" under the headlight switch? I believe in Europe these buttons are used for the rear fog lights and presumably the front fogs in a regular 2 series. Seems that provided there is enough room behind the button to house the blue tooth control unit, it would simply require a hole to be dremmeled out matching the size of the control unit.

One additional question...I assume the MPE control unit uses batteries? Has anyone had to replace theirs yet? If so, what type of battery and is it easy to replace?

[gtaM2]

i just have mine sitting in the armrest compartment, car sounds perfect with the sport cat, i only put it in track mode occasionally for shits and giggles

[Benzima]

I just wish I could leave the valves open permanently.

Otherwise, I have it placed in the cupholder: fits perfectly.

[NO_USER_]

Originally Posted by Benzima

I just wish I could leave the valves open permanently.

Otherwise, I have it placed in the cupholder: fits perfectly.

Get the BMS CAN Flap Module it’s awesome, you can just leave it open all the time or close it OR leave it in stock mode right from the BC button. It also has other features like disabling ASD! I love it. Connects to the OBD and you can hide it behind the plastic trim. Or you can unplug the valves and it’ll stay open always.

[F87_LCI]

Originally Posted by gtaM2

i just have mine sitting in the armrest compartment, car sounds perfect with the sport cat, i only put it in track mode occasionally for shits and giggles

Ever had any issues with GTA law enforcement getting on you for noise? Halton and Peel (west end) guys can be real dicks. I got pulled once in my WRX years ago and it wasn't even that loud. Factory DP and Greddy Exhaust.

I knew this combo was going to be loud...but sweet baby Jesus it is loud.

[gtaM2]

Originally Posted by LSB --> LBB

Ever had any issues with GTA law enforcement getting on you for noise? Halton and Peel (west end) guys can be real dicks. I got pulled once in my WRX years ago and it wasn't even that loud. Factory DP and Greddy Exhaust.

I knew this combo was going to be loud...but sweet baby Jesus it is loud.

yeah i hear you but i believe they have been much better over the past 5-10 years...i use to get pulled over for no reason as well but now i believe they will only give you car equipment violations if you do something else to get their attention or are rude to them...so far so good with my current setup...i have had a cop behind me on the highway and i have passed one on the streets..with that being said the car can get serious loud under heavy acceleration so you definitely cant get away with anything should you be driving too aggressively whereas stock you may be able to get away with stuff being unnoticed

[horsepower_and_hounds]

I plan on leaving them closed till I leave the neighborhood then opening them up. And on highway traveling drives maybe leave it closed....other than than well

[cookiesowns]

Originally Posted by inline6ax

Get the BMS CAN Flap Module it’s awesome, you can just leave it open all the time or close it OR leave it in stock mode right from the BC button. It also has other features like disabling ASD! I love it. Connects to the OBD and you can hide it behind the plastic trim. Or you can unplug the valves and it’ll stay open always.

That doesn't work for the MPE. The MPE has its own dedicated controller.

That said, I'm working on reverse engineering this soon enough. If I can't decode the BLE services, then I'll invest a few $ to get a BLE sniffer to get this project going.

Project here: http://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...php?p=22527558

[AndrewC1989]

Originally Posted by Benzima

I just wish I could leave the valves open permanently.

You can.

http://bimmerlink.com/

Lets you control the valves through your phone. Will stay open/shut/auto.

I use it with my Remus exhaust (2 valves). Works perfectly.

[horsepower_and_hounds]

Won't work with the MPE...it is a stand alone BT system completely separate from the car system

[emdeuce]

Originally Posted by Benzima

I just wish I could leave the valves open permanently.

Otherwise, I have it placed in the cupholder: fits perfectly.

You could open the flaps, then unplug both of them. I'd assume they wont close with no power or signals?

[cookiesowns]

Originally Posted by Opplock1

You could open the flaps, then unplug both of them. I'd assume they wont close with no power or signals?

Correct, but its LOUD. I should have a proof of concept within a few weeks

[AndrewC1989]

Originally Posted by m2ruder

Won't work with the MPE...it is a stand alone BT system completely separate from the car system

oh right, i forgot.