Update Bluetooth or System Software

335aw · 08-02-2011, 10:05 PM

With the ability to code, can we update the bluetooth software / idrive system?

Are there files we can download to get the most recent updates? How do we determine which version is currently on our cars.

335aw · 08-04-2011, 01:31 PM

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Dracon · 08-04-2011, 07:21 PM

Short answer - Generally, Yes, you have the software to do it (WinKFP).

Long answer - You need more equipment. In order to program/update software of the iDrive, you need a device capable for connecting to the MOST bus of the vehicle (the optical bus) like an OPS/OPPS or a ICOM. The bluetooth (TCU) and iDrive systems were not designed to be updated over the OBDII port of the vehicle.

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335aw First Lieutenant 147 Rep 322 Posts Drives: Sold - e90 335 Join Date: May 2011 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E90 BMW 335i [0.00]	Update Bluetooth or System Software With the ability to code, can we update the bluetooth software / idrive system? Are there files we can download to get the most recent updates? How do we determine which version is currently on our cars.
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Dracon Major 557 Rep 1,244 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 M5 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Out and About iTrader: (34) Garage List 2013 BMW M5 [0.00]	Short answer - Generally, Yes, you have the software to do it (WinKFP). Long answer - You need more equipment. In order to program/update software of the iDrive, you need a device capable for connecting to the MOST bus of the vehicle (the optical bus) like an OPS/OPPS or a ICOM. The bluetooth (TCU) and iDrive systems were not designed to be updated over the OBDII port of the vehicle.
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