[Prodigy.]

Anyone figured out if you can code the backlight for the dash to stay on permanently, or even better to white during the day?

[confusion]

Originally Posted by Prodigy.

Anyone figured out if you can code the backlight for the dash to stay on permanently, or even better to white during the day?

I would totally jump on this if it's possible.

[F87LUV]

Originally Posted by confusion

I would totally jump on this if it's possible.

+1

[BC321]

Originally Posted by Prodigy.

Anyone figured out if you can code the backlight for the dash to stay on permanently, or even better to white during the day?

I pray this will happen!!!

[bim2er]

Is the instrument panel sufficiently lit when the light switch is turned to the right one or two positions?



Could be a work around?

[fatumpsch]

Originally Posted by bim2er

Is the instrument panel sufficiently lit when the light switch is turned to the right one or two positions?



Could be a work around?

On a bright day none of the headlight switch options will turn on the instrument panel lights. So it seems the instrument panel lighting is completely controlled by car's light sensor. So the workaround would probably be to code so as to disempower the light sensor and either have instrument lights on all the time (my preference) or only for certain headlight settings.

[MR.]

Originally Posted by fatumpsch

On a bright day none of the headlight switch options will turn on the instrument panel lights. So it seems the instrument panel lighting is completely controlled by car's light sensor. So the workaround would probably be to code so as to disempower the light sensor and either have instrument lights on all the time (my preference) or only for certain headlight settings.

Or put a sticker on the light sensor

MR

[confusion]

Originally Posted by MR.

Or put a sticker on the light sensor

MR

Purely logical. But where is it?

[pup73]

Originally Posted by fatumpsch

On a bright day none of the headlight switch options will turn on the instrument panel lights. So it seems the instrument panel lighting is completely controlled by car's light sensor. So the workaround would probably be to code so as to disempower the light sensor and either have instrument lights on all the time (my preference) or only for certain headlight settings.

My E90 335 was coded to have the cluster lit all the time; I told Okee (codemycar.com) that this would be a very popular option for M2 owners...hopefully someone will crack it.

-c

[OrangeCrush]

Originally Posted by Shankska

yeah buddy, no difference. Just need to buy the cable. I can help with the rest

Woot woot shankska da man! U wanna help me code my car?

And to play the dvd or video while driving, do you have to buy that dvd in motion thing or can it be coded in just like everything else. My daughter would love that.

[pup73]

Originally Posted by OrangeCrush

Woot woot shankska da man! U wanna help me code my car?

And to play the dvd or video while driving, do you have to buy that dvd in motion thing or can it be coded in just like everything else. My daughter would love that.

You can just code for DVD in motion...

-c

[Zigarum]

Is everyone using the same cable? Would you mind sharing the link please

[Shankska]

Originally Posted by OrangeCrush

Woot woot shankska da man! U wanna help me code my car?

And to play the dvd or video while driving, do you have to buy that dvd in motion thing or can it be coded in just like everything else. My daughter would love that.

You can just code this. Do not need to buy motion thing.

Originally Posted by Zigarum

Is everyone using the same cable? Would you mind sharing the link please

PM Sent

[richinla]

Shankska,

I know you're probably getting overloaded with people wanting coding.. Mind taking on another? What do I need to do?

[Shankska]

Originally Posted by richinla

Shankska,

I know you're probably getting overloaded with people wanting coding.. Mind taking on another? What do I need to do?

I can help. I cannnot PM you due to you being so new and no posts. Once you can PM, msg me.

[oldmanstyle]

Originally Posted by MR.

Or put a sticker on the light sensor

MR

Originally Posted by confusion

Purely logical. But where is it?

I found it in realoem but it doesn't show the location of the sensor:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=61_2807

If anyone has a repair manual it says refer to 51 31 011 for sensor removal.

[Kantalias]

Originally Posted by oldmanstyle

I found it in realoem but it doesn't show the location of the sensor:

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/show...diagId=61_2807

If anyone has a repair manual it says refer to 51 31 011 for sensor removal.

There's an ambient light sensor on the back of the rear view mirror but I suspect it only affects the auto dimming function. The sensor you cited seems related to rain, speed limit, and lane departure detection. AFAIK this is at the top of the windshield behind the rear view mirror cover. Not something I suspect you'd want to mess with.

[oldmanstyle]

Originally Posted by Kantalias

There's an ambient light sensor on the back of the rear view mirror but I suspect it only affects the auto dimming function. The sensor you cited seems related to rain, speed limit, and lane departure detection. AFAIK this is at the top of the windshield behind the rear view mirror cover. Not something I suspect you'd want to mess with.

It is classified based on options so BMW can use a different sensor with more/less functionality depending on what options the car has. If you scroll all the way to the bottom, the only option that is selected is speed limit info and the sensor is still described as "Sensor for rain / light"

[Detailers Domain]

Big thanks to Okee from CODEMYCAR.com for coding up the new M2.

1) DVD In Motion (Navigation Required)
2) Enable Video Playback Via USB Port (NBT Navigation Only). Video
Playback Possible From USB Flash Drive/SSD Harddrive
3) Allow The Ability To Add New Devices (Phone, iPod) To The System While Driving
4) Enable The Ability To Use Office Functionality While Driving (Only
Available With BMW Office)
5) Turn On Zoom Feature For Rear View Camera
6) Disable Legal Disclaimers (Startup, Cameras, Etc.)
10) Transfer Phone’s Ringtone To Vehicle (Only Works With iPhones)
13) Change BMW Sounds/Gongs To Mini, Rolls Royce or BMWi (NBT Navigation Only)
14) Enable The Ability To Read Full Text Messages/Emails (As Opposed To
The First 3 Lines) – Only Available With BMW Office
17) Disable Seat Belt Chimes
18) Close Windows & Sunroof With KeyFob
19) Fold/Unfold Side Mirrors With KeyFob & Comfort Access
20) Fold Side Mirrors As Soon As The Vehicle Is Locked
21) Disable Window Safety (Allows One Touch Up Window Operation While Page 1 of 3 Door Is Open)
23) Unlock Doors When Car Is Turned Off
24) Radio/Nav Turns Off When Door Is Opened (After Pressing Stop Button Once)
27) Disable Auto Start/Stop (A.S.S)
31) Enable Taillights As DRLs, In Addition To Angel Eyes
33) Disable Sidemarkers (Still Work As Turn Signals)
35) Change ‘One Touch’ Lane Change Count From 3 Blinks to (4,5,6,etc)
36) Enable Brake Force Braking (Flashing Taillights Activated With Heavy Braking)
37) Enable Door Handle Lights To Come On When Car Is Put In Reverse
41) Disable Headlight Washers
46) Change Fuel Level Reserve Warning
48) Disable AC/Climate From Automatically Turning On When Car Is Started
49) Pressing ‘Auto’ On The Climate Control Does Not Activate AC
50) Always Remember Seat Heating & Cooling Memory Upon Vehicle Start
52) Euro MDM (///M Cars Only)
4) Rear Fog Lights (Providing Programming and Hardware Modification)

[Bimmer28312]

Any recommended coders in the Cali bay area?

[DomR]

What do coders typically charge for the service?

[3tekcorps]

Originally Posted by DetailersDomain

Big thanks to Okee from CODEMYCAR.com for coding up the new M2.

1) DVD In Motion (Navigation Required)
2) Enable Video Playback Via USB Port (NBT Navigation Only). Video
Playback Possible From USB Flash Drive/SSD Harddrive
3) Allow The Ability To Add New Devices (Phone, iPod) To The System While Driving
4) Enable The Ability To Use Office Functionality While Driving (Only
Available With BMW Office)
5) Turn On Zoom Feature For Rear View Camera
6) Disable Legal Disclaimers (Startup, Cameras, Etc.)
10) Transfer Phone’s Ringtone To Vehicle (Only Works With iPhones)
13) Change BMW Sounds/Gongs To Mini, Rolls Royce or BMWi (NBT Navigation Only)
14) Enable The Ability To Read Full Text Messages/Emails (As Opposed To
The First 3 Lines) – Only Available With BMW Office
17) Disable Seat Belt Chimes
18) Close Windows & Sunroof With KeyFob
19) Fold/Unfold Side Mirrors With KeyFob & Comfort Access
20) Fold Side Mirrors As Soon As The Vehicle Is Locked
21) Disable Window Safety (Allows One Touch Up Window Operation While Page 1 of 3 Door Is Open)
23) Unlock Doors When Car Is Turned Off
24) Radio/Nav Turns Off When Door Is Opened (After Pressing Stop Button Once)
27) Disable Auto Start/Stop (A.S.S)
31) Enable Taillights As DRLs, In Addition To Angel Eyes
33) Disable Sidemarkers (Still Work As Turn Signals)
35) Change ‘One Touch’ Lane Change Count From 3 Blinks to (4,5,6,etc)
36) Enable Brake Force Braking (Flashing Taillights Activated With Heavy Braking)
37) Enable Door Handle Lights To Come On When Car Is Put In Reverse
41) Disable Headlight Washers
46) Change Fuel Level Reserve Warning
48) Disable AC/Climate From Automatically Turning On When Car Is Started
49) Pressing ‘Auto’ On The Climate Control Does Not Activate AC
50) Always Remember Seat Heating & Cooling Memory Upon Vehicle Start
52) Euro MDM (///M Cars Only)
4) Rear Fog Lights (Providing Programming and Hardware Modification)

That's a nice list. Need to get this done as well.