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 18 Rep 55 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 244 Rep 1,374 Posts Drives: 335xi Join Date: May 2016 Location: Md iTrader: (0)	Retrofit? The script does not work for retrofits.
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12-03-2022, 02:28 PM	#841
opjose Major 244 Rep 1,374 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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12-08-2022, 10:24 AM	#844
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 1457 Rep 2,055 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 (French Alps) 2016 (GER ITA AUS) 2017 (ITA GER SWI) 2018 (LIE GER AUS SLO CRO) 2019 (SWI ITA GER AUS) 2022 (SWI AUS ITA) 2024 (NOR) 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 34 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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