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      01-21-2018, 07:42 AM   #111
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Those that have done the update, are you using E-sys with ENET cable, or ICOM with ISTA/P?

I am getting conflicting information on the suitability of the ENET cable method of flashing ECU's, some say its a bad idea due to the amount of data being moved during the update and that the chip in the ENET cable is not fast enough. But looking at some ENET diy's, there is no chip and its basically a straight through ethernet connection to the OBD port.

I am almost ready to click the start button in E-Sys, but this new information is bothering me.

Heres where I am at.

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      01-22-2018, 12:24 PM   #112
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Had the latest version installed. Firmly in the camp that say this is more than placebo. Totally unscientific - and only based on about 50 miles of driving so far - but notice a couple things (I have a DCT).

Mainly, shift kick downs have absolutely less "bucking bronco" effect, especially when coming to a stop light after hard acceleration. Normal gear changes when accelerating are less jolting as well. I've done adaption resets in the past and this seems like it's more.

I don't think we'll get anyone that does an apple to apples comparison of before vs. after dynos, but the Italian fellow who said the PSI values changed at the start of this thread might be on to something ... I want to believe!

Edit: And forgot to mention the steering feel changed as well. It feels like some dampening was removed, is tighter, and might be a tad lighter or more sensitive.
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Those that have done the update, are you using E-sys with ENET cable, or ICOM with ISTA/P?

I am getting conflicting information on the suitability of the ENET cable method of flashing ECU's, some say its a bad idea due to the amount of data being moved during the update and that the chip in the ENET cable is not fast enough. But looking at some ENET diy's, there is no chip and its basically a straight through ethernet connection to the OBD port.

I am almost ready to click the start button in E-Sys, but this new information is bothering me.

Heres where I am at.

Shit sorry man, I haven't been monitoring the forums much.

You need a solid power supply. ENET is fine. I did a FULL update using ENET on the M2 the very first time, went through 100%. I'd suggest skipping idRestore / idBackup. Sometimes it fails and throws error ~ might not complete fully.

I haven't flashed with the new ESYS yet, looks like they prevent checking the options that you don't need which is nice Make sure you're connecting via GW and not VIN if you want to flash ZGW
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      02-22-2018, 09:02 PM   #114
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Anyone can please share the latest firmware version? I'm having mine being done today and I want make sure they apply the latest one thanks !
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Anyone can please share the latest firmware version? I'm having mine being done today and I want make sure they apply the latest one thanks !
I had the latest software flash today....NBTevo_N180321 is the latest.
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Anyone can please share the latest firmware version? I'm having mine being done today and I want make sure they apply the latest one thanks !
I had the latest software flash today....NBTevo_N180321 is the latest.
Can you explain the difference ?
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Anyone can please share the latest firmware version? I'm having mine being done today and I want make sure they apply the latest one thanks !
I had the latest software flash today....NBTevo_N180321 is the latest.
Can you explain the difference ?
Gear changed much smoother in Sport/Sport+ need to driver it more to see what else. Around 10 or 11 modules were updated including the ASD and LCI Dash
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Had my 10/16 build car flashed yesterday. ASD is quieter and shifting is smoother.
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Had my 10/16 build car flashed yesterday. ASD is quieter and shifting is smoother.
Completely agree mate, especially on full throttle in sport and sport +.
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      04-07-2018, 01:46 PM   #120
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Shifts are smoother on DCT or MT?
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Shifts are smoother on DCT or MT?
DCT for me
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      04-17-2018, 03:52 PM   #122
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Did you ask for the update or they just did it?
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Did you ask for the update or they just did it?
I asked for the latest software
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      05-25-2018, 05:27 AM   #124
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I asked for the latest software
I asked for the latest currently on K170502l but dealer is giving the real runaround about it, saying it won't make a difference, etc etc.

Any tips for getting them to do it?
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      05-25-2018, 02:07 PM   #125
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I asked for the latest software

I tried to get my dealer to perform the upgrade this week, siting issues with my iPhone and Bluetooth connectivity problems. As they couldn't replicate the faults with the phone connectivity they wouldn't consider updating the vehicle firmware - Grrrrr......

Did they do this for free or did you have to pay for it and if so how much?

My car is March 2017 and I'm on: NBTevo_J16338I
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I mentioned issues with the IDRIVE screen going blank and the Dash board (LCI 2018 car) and I got all the latest software and modules updated to the latest spec free of charge. It cured by dash and idrive issue.

Hope that helps.
Did it affect your exhaust burbles at all?
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      05-25-2018, 04:30 PM   #127
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I tried to get my dealer to perform the upgrade this week, siting issues with my iPhone and Bluetooth connectivity problems. As they couldn't replicate the faults with the phone connectivity they wouldn't consider updating the vehicle firmware - Grrrrr......

Did they do this for free or did you have to pay for it and if so how much?

My car is March 2017 and I'm on: NBTevo_J16338I
Make a video of the connectivity issues, and just keep bothering them about it. At some point it's easier for them to do it than to hear you complain.
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going in to get a i-step update today anyone know of the latest version? and what is the best thing to say? i don't mind paying for it.
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going in to get a i-step update today anyone know of the latest version? and what is the best thing to say? i don't mind paying for it.
Probably that your smart phone won't connect sometimes, the apps are all weird and don't work sometimes, etc.
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Are you guys sure that when the dealer does this reflash they're not just resetting your ECU putting the car into a open-loop state temporarily until the car can "Relearn" things and go back into closed-loop?
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Are you guys sure that when the dealer does this reflash they're not just resetting your ECU putting the car into a open-loop state temporarily until the car can "Relearn" things and go back into closed-loop?
Good point.
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Are you guys sure that when the dealer does this reflash they're not just resetting your ECU putting the car into a open-loop state temporarily until the car can "Relearn" things and go back into closed-loop?
lol. This DME runs in closed-loop pretty much 100% of the time. It's only open-loop in limpmode / safety mode, and small hybrid fueling ( not really open loop, not really closed loop ) during overrun and spool.
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