DIY Performance Monitor

atek · 01-21-2022, 03:24 PM

Was wondering if it is possible to code in gauges for Coolant temp/oil temp/boost into the existing performance monitor that shows power/torque? I feel like BMW should have added this from factory. I know there are aftermarket gauge options but this would be way more seamless and look better imo.

Thoughts? Has this been attempted?

MarcoZandrini · 01-22-2022, 09:45 AM

I'd look into CarPlay to see if an app such as OBDFusion or BimmerLink will work. The app allows you to create a dashboard of 6 "gauges."

atek · 01-22-2022, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MarcoZandrini

I'd look into CarPlay to see if an app such as OBDFusion or BimmerLink will work. The app allows you to create a dashboard of 6 "gauges."

I will look into that, thanks for the tip!

MarcoZandrini · 01-23-2022, 11:04 AM

Contact Vladimir at bimmerdoc.comp@gmail.com. He'll set you up with the software to load into the head unit to enable CarPlay. Here's his YouTube vid:

. He's in Estonia but he's readily available and easy to work with.

atek · 01-24-2022, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MarcoZandrini

Contact Vladimir at bimmerdoc.comp@gmail.com. He'll set you up with the software to load into the head unit to enable CarPlay. Here's his YouTube vid:

. He's in Estonia but he's readily available and easy to work with.

Thanks! Just thought about this, but what if I do not have an Apple phone? Does it also work for Android Auto or similar?

MarcoZandrini · 01-25-2022, 08:40 AM

I think CarPlay is for iPhones only. Google it.

EE60 · 01-25-2022, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by MarcoZandrini

I think CarPlay is for iPhones only. Google it.

I use BimmerLink on my iPhone in a wired cradle

atek · 01-27-2022, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by MarcoZandrini

I think CarPlay is for iPhones only. Google it.

Yes, Carplay is Apple only. Hence the name Apple Carplay. Which is why I mentioned Android Auto.

AbnormallyAspirated · 01-29-2022, 04:47 AM

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I use BimmerLink on my iPhone in a wired cradle

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EE60 · 01-29-2022, 07:54 AM

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I use BimmerLink on my iPhone in a wired cradle

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atek I like biscuits 164 Rep 250 Posts Drives: bmw m235i Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: TX iTrader: (0)	DIY Performance Monitor Was wondering if it is possible to code in gauges for Coolant temp/oil temp/boost into the existing performance monitor that shows power/torque? I feel like BMW should have added this from factory. I know there are aftermarket gauge options but this would be way more seamless and look better imo. Thoughts? Has this been attempted?
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MarcoZandrini Major 444 Rep 1,264 Posts Drives: 2018 M240i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	I'd look into CarPlay to see if an app such as OBDFusion or BimmerLink will work. The app allows you to create a dashboard of 6 "gauges."
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MarcoZandrini Major 444 Rep 1,264 Posts Drives: 2018 M240i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	Contact Vladimir at bimmerdoc.comp@gmail.com. He'll set you up with the software to load into the head unit to enable CarPlay. Here's his YouTube vid: . He's in Estonia but he's readily available and easy to work with.
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MarcoZandrini Major 444 Rep 1,264 Posts Drives: 2018 M240i Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0)	I think CarPlay is for iPhones only. Google it.
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