[srwatters]

Originally Posted by MPBK

Nice list.
I plan to do some coding this weekend. Just got the OBDII dongle.

Curious: Did you install fog lights? Do you have a picture of it installed?

You know, my ignorance is showing... I went down the list of coding I did on my E90 335i, and the fog lights was one thing I had done previously. When it showed up in the list on BimmerCode, I just selected it. I don't have fog lights on the M2

[KevM2]

Originally Posted by Protatomonster

As a car noob, how can I check myself for carbon deposits?

Short of removing the intake plenum to look at the intake valves no

[Supernaut]

Originally Posted by srwatters

Day one list of "mods" (all coding done via simple mode in BimmerCode):

• Replaced factory floor mats with M-Performance version all around
• Replaced factory puddle lights with M-Performance LED version
• Coded ASD off
• Coded comfort closing with key
• Coded comfort closing with comfort access
• Coded fog lights with high beams <---- Idiot! your car doesn't have fog lights! DOH!
• Coded fold mirrors with comfort closing
• Coded unfold mirrors with comfort opening
• Coded all seat belt warnings off
• Coded boot lid opening delay to zero
• Coded video in motion
• Coded warning at startup off

In the queue to do this weekend...

• Install ASD bypass harness

What's the difference between coding ASD off and the function of the bypass harness?

[srwatters]

Originally Posted by Supernaut

What's the difference between coding ASD off and the function of the bypass harness?

Some have said there is additional noise even when coded off (the amp is still in the signal path). I only coded it because I haven't installed the bypass yet (only had the car for two days).

[Supernaut]

Originally Posted by srwatters

Some have said there is additional noise even when coded off (the amp is still in the signal path). I only coded it because I haven't installed the bypass yet (only had the car for two days).

Gotcha. Good to know.

[doughboy]

Originally Posted by KevM2

Is there enough room to unscrew the bottom half off without having to remove the whole catch can? There's a video where someone does it but it looks awfully tight and I would worry about spilling it everywhere.

Just remove the whole can. Its a 2 minute job.

Then you can flush out the whole thing, on the bench, clean the baffles etc. Using a strong deagreaser.

Just watch the bottom edge / sharp corner of the can presses against a water hose. I make sure the can is mounted rearwards as far as possible and stuck padded foam on the bottom of the can to prevent chaffing on the water hose...

[KevM2]

Originally Posted by doughboy

Just remove the whole can. Its a 2 minute job.

Then you can flush out the whole thing, on the bench, clean the baffles etc. Using a strong deagreaser.

Just watch the bottom edge / sharp corner of the can presses against a water hose. I make sure the can is mounted rearwards as far as possible and stuck padded foam on the bottom of the can to prevent chaffing on the water hose...

Do you need to remove the carbon brace to remove the catch can?

Also, is there any room at the bottom of the catch can once mounted where a drain plug could be installed?

[AlpsRider]

Originally Posted by srwatters

You know, my ignorance is showing... I went down the list of coding I did on my E90 335i, and the fog lights was one thing I had done previously. When it showed up in the list on BimmerCode, I just selected it. I don't have fog lights on the M2

Actually the tailights have fog lights which are coded out on US models.

[MPBK]

Originally Posted by srwatters

Day one list of "mods" (all coding done via simple mode in BimmerCode):

• Replaced factory floor mats with M-Performance version all around
• Replaced factory puddle lights with M-Performance LED version
• Coded ASD off
• Coded comfort closing with key
• Coded comfort closing with comfort access
• Coded fog lights with high beams <---- Idiot! your car doesn't have fog lights! DOH!
• Coded fold mirrors with comfort closing
• Coded unfold mirrors with comfort opening
• Coded all seat belt warnings off
• Coded boot lid opening delay to zero
• Coded video in motion
• Coded warning at startup off

In the queue to do this weekend...

• Install ASD bypass harness

I don't think my OBDII dongle is reliable enough. Just got it from Amazon, but it drops the connection to Bimmercode (via WiFi) randomly. If it were to lose the signal in the middle of coding, could be big problem.
Which OBDII dongle did you use, if I may ask?
A link to Amazon would be great.

[///M Houbi]

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=obd%C3%B6ink+mx%2B&ref=is_s

https://www.amazon.com/Veepeak-OBDCh...way&sr=8-3

[AlpsRider]

This is the one that I bought. It's Bluetooth not WiFi. It has never lost connection.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H9S71LW...p_mob_ap_share

[srwatters]

Originally Posted by ///M Houbi

https://www.amazon.com/Veepeak-OBDCh...gateway&sr=8-3

I used this one. Has done well on both my M2C and my wife's F25 X3.

[srwatters]

Just finished installing the ASD bypass harness. Thanks to all those who left excellent instructions and pictures in this thread:

https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...&postcount=319

The hardest part was freeing the inner panel from the trunk lip trim. I didn't want to break it, and just couldn't figure out how to free it after taking off the four pop rivets. I was able to muscle the liner out and from there it was a cakewalk.

[akkando]

Originally Posted by Protatomonster

Is an oil catch can very necessary for the longevity of these cars?

No, waste if money and time.

[akkando]

Originally Posted by srwatters

You know, my ignorance is showing... I went down the list of coding I did on my E90 335i, and the fog lights was one thing I had done previously. When it showed up in the list on BimmerCode, I just selected it. I don't have fog lights on the M2

M2 has rear fog lights, but you need to do the coding then enable the button. You do have a physical button it just doesn't work until you pop the button out and shave off some plastic tabs that prevent the button from physically moving in and out. You'll find tutorial if you search, very easy and very satisfying when used against tailgaters.

[Supernaut]

Originally Posted by srwatters

I used this one. Has done well on both my M2C and my wife's F25 X3.

Does it make you use the bundled software or could you just use apps like Torque and BimmerCode?

[srwatters]

Originally Posted by Supernaut

Does it make you use the bundled software or could you just use apps like Torque and BimmerCode?

I used BimmerCode and BimmerLink successfuly, so it's generic.

[G80BSM]

Had a long mountain drive and then washed it and filled it up with gas. Saw an M2C with remus exhaust and felt jealous AF, LOL!

[MPBK]

Originally Posted by akkando

M2 has rear fog lights, but you need to do the coding then enable the button. You do have a physical button it just doesn't work until you pop the button out and shave off some plastic tabs that prevent the button from physically moving in and out. You'll find tutorial if you search, very easy and very satisfying when used against tailgaters.

where are the rear fog lights?
Are you speaking of the one the come on when I go in reverse gear?

[nomoracin]

Originally Posted by srwatters

Just finished installing the ASD bypass harness. Thanks to all those who left excellent instructions and pictures in this thread:

https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...;postcount=319

The hardest part was freeing the inner panel from the trunk lip trim. I didn't want to break it, and just couldn't figure out how to free it after taking off the four pop rivets. I was able to muscle the liner out and from there it was a cakewalk.

Wait, why didn't you just code it out?

[srwatters]

Originally Posted by nomoracin

Wait, why didn't you just code it out?

:

https://www.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...php?p=24616782

[AlpsRider]

Originally Posted by akkando

M2 has rear fog lights, but you need to do the coding then enable the button. You do have a physical button it just doesn't work until you pop the button out and shave off some plastic tabs that prevent the button from physically moving in and out. You'll find tutorial if you search, very easy and very satisfying when used against tailgaters.

It is possible to code the rear fog lights to flash rapidly when braking hard without changing any hardware. I used Carly to code mine. I had a friend follow me while I slammed on the brakes. It works.
The fog lights can also be coded to come on when activating comfort lighting. I have all of my lights come on when I unlock the car at night except the headlights.