Coding out the double pull on the door handle

Elvisfan · 07-11-2016, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BPC

You can have someone do it remotely for a reasonable fee. Just order the cable @ $10 - and find someone who does it - a post here will net you several offers - they log into your Windows laptop, download the software, and code away ... Or you could look at the coding specific forum here for some go-bys.

I don't allow those nice people who keep calling me,telling me my computer is loaded with malware and viruses to access my computer. I should allow a total stranger? And actually pay them to do it?

RoundelM3 · 07-19-2016, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Elvisfan

I don't allow those nice people who keep calling me,telling me my computer is loaded with malware and viruses to access my computer. I should allow a total stranger? And actually pay them to do it?

I agree - never, ever let anyone you don't personally know "remote control" your computer under any circumstances. I just retired from the IT profession, having spent the last 10+ years working in what is now known as "cyber security". While I actually do this for some friends who know me very well in order to help maintain their computers, I wouldn't try "remote coding", as there is too big a risk involved.

Coding using E-Sys, PSDZDATA, and and a cable consists of reading the FDL coding data out of your various ECUs, then going offline to make changes, and reconnecting to write the coding data back to each module. That third step has to go perfectly with no interruptions. You'll also have the opportunity to do other coding and even do some coding for other BMW owners.

A somewhat less tedious way to code would be to use Carly for BMW - the latest version can now code the function you're wanting to do using a cell phone or tablet (IOS or Android). It uses a Bluetooth OBDII adapter, and after you read the ECU data, you can check or uncheck the options you want to change, and it will then write those changes back to the car. It also backs up the original ECU data content, so you have a fallback.

I have both capabilities, and while the E-Sys method is more comprehensive (covers more ECUs than does Carly at present), Carly would be a lot simpler for you. All-in, with the "pro" license and Bluetooth adapter, it'll be right around $100 (they're based in Germany and the pricing is in Euros).

Sypher · 08-02-2016, 07:51 AM

So, I have my car coded so that the doors are supposed to unlock when the engine turns off. Right now, the driver side works flawlessly, but the passenger side still requires a double pull (isn't being unlocked). I coded with CLM_UNLOCK_KL15OFF_AFTER_PIA_AUTO_LOCK. Is there supposed to be a different one for the passenger door?

RoundelM3 · 08-02-2016, 08:18 AM

No, you just need to be sure your iDrive setting for lock/unlock does both doors and not just the driver door. I have driver door only set for my wife's key, and all doors set for mine. It works as it should, unlocking only her door when she turns the car off, and both doors when using my key.

Sypher · 08-02-2016, 08:54 AM

I didn't even think of that! Thanks. I'll have a look at the iDrive menu today and give it a shot.

Edit: well, that fixed it. Now I feel like an idiot

RoundelM3 · 08-03-2016, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Sypher

I didn't even think of that! Thanks. I'll have a look at the iDrive menu today and give it a shot.

Edit: well, that fixed it. Now I feel like an idiot

Not to worry - we all have those "DOH!" moments.

SchmullisBob · 08-15-2016, 02:34 PM

Here's what you can do:
1 - Buy a low cost laptop from Best Buy (I3 chip for $300).
2 - Download the required software to the desktop.
3 - Allow the remote coder to connect to you computer with remote software.
4 - Fast WIFI and a new laptop and your coding is done in 15 minutes.
5 - Delete all added software from laptop and return it to Best Buy the same day for full refund.

Your cost? $ 15 for the diagnostic port cable and $ 100 for the remote coding.

Worked for me!

BentZero · 08-15-2016, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by SchmullisBob

Here's what you can do:
1 - Buy a low cost laptop from Best Buy (I3 chip for $300).
2 - Download the required software to the desktop.
3 - Allow the remote coder to connect to you computer with remote software.
4 - Fast WIFI and a new laptop and your coding is done in 15 minutes.
5 - Delete all added software from laptop and return it to Best Buy the same day for full refund.

Your cost? $ 15 for the diagnostic port cable and $ 100 for the remote coding.

Worked for me!

Haha, this cracked me up for some reason.

desather13 · 05-16-2018, 09:33 AM

2015 M235i, I just got into this vehicle. I was wonder it it common/normal to have an extra position on the inside door handle on the driver side. It can stick out a little if i leave it, or flush if i push it in. Seems like a extra little click that is built into the handle but not sure. The passenger side when you pull it to get out of the car, goes back flush right away.

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Sypher Second Lieutenant 83 Rep 260 Posts Drives: '16 228i xdrive Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (0)	So, I have my car coded so that the doors are supposed to unlock when the engine turns off. Right now, the driver side works flawlessly, but the passenger side still requires a double pull (isn't being unlocked). I coded with CLM_UNLOCK_KL15OFF_AFTER_PIA_AUTO_LOCK. Is there supposed to be a different one for the passenger door?
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RoundelM3 Major General 1837 Rep 6,990 Posts Drives: 15 F80 M3, 22 G01 X3 30i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clayton, NC iTrader: (2) Garage List 2022 BMW X3 [9.83] 2015 BMW M3 [6.50]	No, you just need to be sure your iDrive setting for lock/unlock does both doors and not just the driver door. I have driver door only set for my wife's key, and all doors set for mine. It works as it should, unlocking only her door when she turns the car off, and both doors when using my key. __________________ 2015 F80 ///M3 Sedan 7DCT Tanzanite, 2022 X3 sDrive30i 8AT Brooklyn Grey
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Sypher Second Lieutenant 83 Rep 260 Posts Drives: '16 228i xdrive Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (0)	I didn't even think of that! Thanks. I'll have a look at the iDrive menu today and give it a shot. Edit: well, that fixed it. Now I feel like an idiot Last edited by Sypher; 08-02-2016 at 09:16 AM..
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SchmullisBob Private 40 Rep 61 Posts Drives: M235i Coupe - 2015 Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Gainesville, FL iTrader: (0)	Here's what you can do: 1 - Buy a low cost laptop from Best Buy (I3 chip for $300). 2 - Download the required software to the desktop. 3 - Allow the remote coder to connect to you computer with remote software. 4 - Fast WIFI and a new laptop and your coding is done in 15 minutes. 5 - Delete all added software from laptop and return it to Best Buy the same day for full refund. Your cost? $ 15 for the diagnostic port cable and $ 100 for the remote coding. Worked for me!
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desather13 New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 2015 M235i Xdrive-Mineral Gray Join Date: May 2018 Location: MN iTrader: (0)	driver inside handle detent 2015 M235i, I just got into this vehicle. I was wonder it it common/normal to have an extra position on the inside door handle on the driver side. It can stick out a little if i leave it, or flush if i push it in. Seems like a extra little click that is built into the handle but not sure. The passenger side when you pull it to get out of the car, goes back flush right away.
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