DYI: Easiest way to get 1b file and generate FSC codes for CIC navi map update

darkfires102 · 11-30-2022, 01:36 AM

Hi everyone, just picked up an 09 335i and cannot get FSC code to generate, always get file corrupted error. The 1b file I pulled is 319 bytes but is not being accepted by the generator app. The iDrive unit is updated and should be able to accept map updates via usb (checkmark/i symbol on nav). I read about repairing corrupted 1b files using hex editors but I am not sure. I used the app last year to generate a lifetime code on my 2011 so it must be an issue with this car.

opjose · 11-30-2022, 06:35 PM

Retrofit?

The script does not work for retrofits.

darkfires102 · 12-03-2022, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by opjose

Retrofit?

The script does not work for retrofits.

Not a retrofit, car is an 09 with CIC but was updated by dealer in 2011 so it should be able to take USB updates. The 1b file I get when viewing in hex is pretty garbled.

Build date was 09/08 so one of the first CIC E90s. Looks like the script doesnt work well on earlier cars.

darkfires102 · 12-03-2022, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by darkfires102

Not a retrofit, car is an 09 with CIC but was updated by dealer in 2011 so it should be able to take USB updates. The 1b file I get when viewing in hex is pretty garbled.

Build date was 09/08 so one of the first CIC E90s. Looks like the script doesnt work well on earlier cars.

SOLVED. I was using FSC generator v1.01, I downloaded v1.91 and it prompted me to repair my 1b file, it was able to and generated a lifetime FSC code. Updating to 2022 NA maps now.

opjose · 12-03-2022, 02:28 PM

Nice!

teamlexa · 12-06-2022, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Hotrod Heath

Ahh ok. And am I correct that he same cable can be used to do the coding that i think i want to have a play about with?

One thing that is bugging me is why without the fsc code the mape update wasnt recognised when I plugged in the usb. I was never asked for the code. Surely the ethernet cable wont make adifference to that.??

Can u help me https://www.sitedayexe.id

matyoka · 12-08-2022, 12:00 AM

Found the V1.91 thanks for mentioning

MM339 · 12-08-2022, 10:24 AM

Would this work on an 02/09 LCI E90? I don't have the tick / I in the nav. Would I still be able to update with USB or would I have to use the DVD (I only have the 1 disc slot on the professional system)

shawnsheridan · 12-08-2022, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by MM339

Would this work on an 02/09 LCI E90? I don't have the tick / I in the nav. Would I still be able to update with USB or would I have to use the DVD (I only have the 1 disc slot on the professional system)

No Tick, No USB Update.

MM339 · 12-08-2022, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by shawnsheridan

No Tick, No USB Update.

Thank you, would I have to use a DVD update, or just simply I am stuck with what I have?

shawnsheridan · 12-08-2022, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by MM339

Thank you, would I have to use a DVD update, or just simply I am stuck with what I have?

You would need DVD, BUT, firmware is so old, it's likely update would fail without firmware update, so DVD version likely useless.

MM339 · 12-08-2022, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by shawnsheridan

You would need DVD, BUT, firmware is so old, it's likely update would fail without firmware update, so DVD version likely useless.

Thank you. That's a shame, but probably not worth the cost of doing the firmware at this point. Worth knowing though.

shawnsheridan · 12-08-2022, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by MM339

Thank you. That's a shame, but probably not worth the cost of doing the firmware at this point. Worth knowing though.

Well, your entire car is running 13-year-old firmware...I would expect programming car would provide more benefits than just map update...

MM339 · 12-08-2022, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by shawnsheridan

Well, your entire car is running 13-year-old firmware...I would expect programming car would provide more benefits than just map update...

True, I have messaged my local independent BMW garage to enquire and if the price is right then maybe worth a look.

bcoz · 12-10-2022, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by MM339

Would this work on an 02/09 LCI E90? I don't have the tick / I in the nav. Would I still be able to update with USB or would I have to use the DVD (I only have the 1 disc slot on the professional system)

It's worth a try.

USB updates work with AU cars without the Tick. It may be the same for UK cars.

My 09/2009 E90 LCI has never had a tick on the Nav, and I've updated the maps 3 times using USB.

Here's my experience (I had a problem with the generic/incorrect VIN of "1234567" in the 1b.hex file, but used a workaround instead) https://www.e90post.com/forums/showp...&postcount=306

mjn77 · 12-22-2022, 04:07 PM

2023-1 is now available but the XML file doesn't yet include this version. But IIRC correctly, it is easily added to the XML lookup file?

Found it on the other thread

shawnsheridan · 12-22-2022, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by mjn77

2023-1 is now available but the XML file doesn't yet include this version. But IIRC correctly, it is easily added to the XML lookup file?

Yes.

Ayaan Sambhi · 12-24-2022, 08:47 AM

Hi all,

I'm trying to get a 1b.hex file from my bmw 2012 f30 and it does not have a usb in the glove box. It has a CIC idrive system. Am i still able to generate a FSC code?

shawnsheridan · 12-24-2022, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Ayaan Sambhi

Hi all,

I'm trying to get a 1b.hex file from my bmw 2012 f30 and it does not have a usb in the glove box. It has a CIC idrive system. Am i still able to generate a FSC code?

What is short VIN (last 7)?

Ayaan Sambhi · 12-29-2022, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by shawnsheridan

What is short VIN (last 7)?

Short VIN is F137399

shawnsheridan · 12-29-2022, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Ayaan Sambhi

Short VIN is F137399

Car has CHAMP2 Head Unit (MOVE Map Type), not CIC. USB 1B Script file will not work.

LeonteF · 01-08-2023, 08:57 AM

Hello everyone,
I have a BMW E90, 2009, I try to get what CIC software I have and to update it.
also i put the 1b file in 3 different USB sticks, in the glove box and the file dont appear.

I have the 2023 maps, when I add the usb with them is asking me if I have a FCN code, i select yes, and he start to update. I didnt allow it to update because i dont have the code.

Anyone can support me?

PS last 7 digits of vin are A736543

11-30-2022, 01:36 AM	#837
darkfires102 Private 19 Rep 56 Posts Drives: '11 335xi, '09 335xi Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: Colorado iTrader: (0)	Hi everyone, just picked up an 09 335i and cannot get FSC code to generate, always get file corrupted error. The 1b file I pulled is 319 bytes but is not being accepted by the generator app. The iDrive unit is updated and should be able to accept map updates via usb (checkmark/i symbol on nav). I read about repairing corrupted 1b files using hex editors but I am not sure. I used the app last year to generate a lifetime code on my 2011 so it must be an issue with this car. __________________ 2011 335xi N55 6AT FBO + 2009 335xi N54 6AT BONE STOCK
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11-30-2022, 06:35 PM	#838
opjose Major 247 Rep 1,377 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: May 2016 Location: Md iTrader: (0)	Retrofit? The script does not work for retrofits.
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opjose Major 247 Rep 1,377 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: May 2016 Location: Md iTrader: (0)	Nice!
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12-08-2022, 12:00 AM	#843
matyoka Silent OPerator 2 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 M package Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Arizona iTrader: (0)	Found the V1.91 thanks for mentioning __________________ *LEV* 2011 ///X5 M package/all possible options Last edited by matyoka; 12-08-2022 at 12:46 AM..
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MM339 New Member 0 Rep 6 Posts Drives: E90 320D Msport LCI Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Birmingham UK iTrader: (0)	Would this work on an 02/09 LCI E90? I don't have the tick / I in the nav. Would I still be able to update with USB or would I have to use the DVD (I only have the 1 disc slot on the professional system)
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12-22-2022, 04:07 PM	#852
mjn77 Colonel 1493 Rep 2,064 Posts Drives: E90 M3 LCI Jerez Black Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Herts, UK iTrader: (2) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [10.00]	2023-1 is now available but the XML file doesn't yet include this version. But IIRC correctly, it is easily added to the XML lookup file? Found it on the other thread __________________ //E90 M3 LCI DCT in Jerez Black / Fox Red Leather // Alcantara Trim // ST XTA Coilovers // 1.75 Exhaust // Pinnacle Undertray // @jerez.black.e90.m3// Euro Road Trips 2014 2016 2017 2018 2019 2022 2024 2024 Last edited by mjn77; 12-22-2022 at 04:13 PM..
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12-24-2022, 08:47 AM	#854
Ayaan Sambhi Enlisted Member 14 Rep 35 Posts Drives: BMW F30 330i M Sport Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: Brisbane iTrader: (0)	No USB in globebox Hi all, I'm trying to get a 1b.hex file from my bmw 2012 f30 and it does not have a usb in the glove box. It has a CIC idrive system. Am i still able to generate a FSC code?
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01-08-2023, 08:57 AM	#858
LeonteF Registered 0 Rep 3 Posts Drives: BMW E90 Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Romania iTrader: (0)	Hello everyone, I have a BMW E90, 2009, I try to get what CIC software I have and to update it. also i put the 1b file in 3 different USB sticks, in the glove box and the file dont appear. I have the 2023 maps, when I add the usb with them is asking me if I have a FCN code, i select yes, and he start to update. I didnt allow it to update because i dont have the code. Anyone can support me? PS last 7 digits of vin are A736543
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