To access the hidden menu in CIC / NBT iDrives, press the “Menu” button to reach the main screen, then press the iDrive controller in the up position for 8 seconds.
“To bring up this menu, press and hold the trip reset button between 10-12 seconds, with engine or ignition on. Ignore the engine oil reset opportunity and keep the button held until the menu appears. Press the trip reset button to navigate. Hold the trip reset button to enter and exit menus.”
To open the hidden menu in CCC iDrive, press the “Menu” button to reach the home screen, then hold the iDrive controller for at least 8 seconds. Afterwards, turn it three clicks to the right, three clicks to the left, one to the right, one to the left and one to the right, then press the controller knob again.
How do you unlock BMW cluster?
The way I did it before was holding the trip reset button, on the cluster and scrolling down to 04 – Unlock. Adding up the last 4 digits of your VIN (my case 13) and pressing the reset button again until 13 shows and then holding. Then voila, the menu opens.
What is BMW CIC system?
CIC is short for Car Information Computer featuring a more advanced infotainment system than CCC (redesigned controller, enhanced menu navigation, bigger screen dimension, etc.) CIC head unit is also the first in line to give you the opportunity of adding an aftermarket CarPlay from BimmerTech.
How do you start a BMW system test?
How do you check a BMW battery?
An easy thing to do to check the battery voltage is to perform a basic sight check of the battery. Turn the car on, then flip the headlights on. Check to see if they’re fully lit or if they look a bit dim. If they’re dim, it means they’re drawing from the battery and not the alternator.
What is error code B7F668 BMW?
You may see fault code B7F668 Instrument Cluster: System time was reset. CAUSE. Software error in the instrument cluster (multifunctional instrument display). CORRECTION. Program the vehicle with ISTA V4.14.1 or higher to F020-18-11-520.
How do I reset my BMW computer?
You can reset a BMW ECU by unplugging the negative battery cable for 10 to 15 minutes. This should be enough to reset the ECU in most BMW models. If this doesn’t work, you can also try jumpstarting your car to reset it. This will also help if the issue is a drained battery!
How do I code my BMW?
What is BMW system test?
A BMW ISTA diagnostic scan (or test) allows us to analyze the control units installed on your vehicle, their variants and other special equipment. The scan reads the diagnostic and service-related data in the BMW control units. A test plan is generated which becomes part of the service procedure.
How do I update my BMW iDrive?
Download any available updates to a USB drive. Insert the USB drive into one of your vehicle’s USB ports. Navigate to the “Settings” menu on your iDrive system. Click on “Software Update” and follow the steps that appear on screen.
How much does BMW iDrive cost?
Updating your BMW software via BMW ConnectedDrive is free of charge. The cost of BimmerTech’s iDrive software update starts at $249. How do I download BMW updates?
How much does it cost to fix BMW iDrive?
Basic CIC idrive with maps, voice command, and video in motion run about $2200-2500, sometimes you can swing a back up camera in that deal as well. This is part of what we do. We can do all the coding as well as supply all the parts.
How do you activate follow me home lights BMW f30?
Two presses of the start/stop button (without your foot on the brake), and then a flick of the indicator/light stalk (like you’re flashing the lights).
How do I reset my f30 radio?
How do I check the temperature on my BMW f20?
Option No. 8 ”Temperature” displays the outside temp, oil temp and coolant temp. To enter this option just press for a few seconds the odo reset button.
How do I update my CIC BMW?
- Go to the iDrive navigation.
- Open the menu.
- Scroll down to the very bottom and select ‘Software update’.
- When you’ll see the button ‘show current version’, select it.
What’s the difference between CIC and CCC?
BMW CIC Navigation: The BMW CIC unit has more capability and functionality than the CCC version. It allows for the DVD in motion coding feature because of its higher processing power, but is more difficult to update maps. To update maps one needs to obtain an FSC code and update the units Hard drive based storage.
How do I know if I have CIC or NBT?
If you’re unsure whether you have CIC or NTB, you can tell by the menu selections. With NBT, the whole line is highighted red while CIC uses a red box outline. This latest version of iDrive known as “NBT EVO”. It was introduced approx from 06/2016.