01-09-2021, 09:35 AM | #1 |
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ConnectedDrive for M2 LCI
Can someone tell me where I can find what features are available for my LCI M2 via the ConnectedDrive Remote App? Purchased the car as approved used from BMW and since its 3 years old now the original subscription has expired.
I keep hearing about Remote start, remote aircon etc. but I know those can be car specific so wanted to double-check before I pay. Thanks!
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01-09-2021, 12:15 PM | #3 |
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Load the app it should work once logged in
M2 doesn't have remote start as far as I'm aware My connected app works for locking and unlocking as well as ventilation I'm not planning to pay and I'm sure mine is working and I just passed the 3 year mark the week of Christmas
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Connect app also gives you information on the car. It can give you the status of all the doors and windows as well as telling you what mileage or date service is due.
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01-09-2021, 12:27 PM | #5 | |
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Checking the availability of fuel ⛽️ is my favorite Although I do dumb it down a bit by turning off the map/location stuff because I'm not needing any more tracking crap
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What he is talking about is the app tells you were your M2 is currently located. It has a map function as well as giving you an address if it is parked.
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01-09-2021, 01:00 PM | #7 |
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I have an LCI...Remote options below:
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01-09-2021, 01:09 PM | #8 |
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Many thanks guys, that last screenshot is exactly what I needed to see.
I believe some of those features will come in handy for me and given the cheap cost it is to renew I might as well do it Cheers
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I've got it all without any subscription I turn "location" off because i have enough notifications in my life
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01-09-2021, 01:47 PM | #10 | |
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My Connected App says it expires 4 years from the original date of purchase
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01-09-2021, 02:42 PM | #11 |
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Most of my connected drive memberships for different services expired starting in September once I hit the 3 years. Connected drive bit from the screenshot above is still working fine.
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01-09-2021, 05:39 PM | #12 |
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Like what exactly expired?
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01-09-2021, 05:53 PM | #14 |
Luxury at the redline :)
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You lose these items:
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01-09-2021, 06:06 PM | #15 |
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I logged in from my iPad a bit easier to see
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After mine expired, the only items I could view were fuel level, total range, and mileage. Everything else is gone including control functions like lock/unlock, ventilation, and location services.
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You're lucky that you even get that much; mines (pre-LCI) has expired and is completely useless, where absolutely no option or information is available. Just this when the phone APP is loaded: |
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Luxury at the redline :)
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Plus, I already use this car data OBD2 dongle below on my car, which has an active 4G LTE connection and accomplishes most of the task of that of BMW Remote Services offers and more, such as free roadside assistance. |
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However, as a consolation, it does give you an instant phone alert, if the vehicle is shaken or bumped, the car doors or windows become open or the car alarm is triggered. Plus, it's like $10 a month, added to my phone bill and comes with an inclusive 4G Wi-Fi hotspot, so I try to look at it as a glass half-full option, instead of a compromise.. Last edited by Poochie; 01-10-2021 at 04:06 AM.. |
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01-10-2021, 12:39 PM | #22 |
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Well mine expires on the 13th in theory so I guess I'll see what happens. Currently everything still works.
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