BMW I-Level Software Update (ECU/I-Step Software Update) 

Hi, I don't think I can help you from here as it looks like a serious gearbox problem you're having. I suggest you go to a BMW garage without wasting any time. Sorry 😞

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Thanks for your comment. i-level software updates are very essential for our cars of course. As you said, otherwise no update option would exist. However, most of the time (%99 of the time) updates are for newly produced modules (not cars) to sync with the whole car. Bmw constantly produces new modules (ECUs) and their part numbers are changing all the time (Realoem.com would confirm this). So, this is the main reason they add additional line of codes in their updates if people or bmw need to replace an ECU. Of course there are some improvements on other components, such as gear shifting, smoother idrive operating etc. But this not the case for every released update and BMW doesn't exactly tell what updates improves what.... And I'm tired and fed up of seeing people on RU-vid, telling others to keep updating their i-level for better performance and horse power 😖 when people try, they keep bricking the ECUs, this is the main reason no one should promote updates on i-level if car runs fine.

@@bmwsolutions7880 Thanks for the reply, this makes sense and I definitely agree with you there - generally if it ain’t broke don’t fix it! ;) I also didn’t consider the idea of newer modules so this makes a lot of sense. I’ve only ever had it done by a BMW dealer when I knew there was something on the later version I wanted, and definitely wouldn’t promote anyone doing it themselves!

Unfortunately, this device is not very reliable in programming. I contacted seller many times, but all they say is make sure doip switch is on and update to latest version. I managed to do a few simple programming only over the past two years with this device.

That's how I did it, using vcx se dongle and diy power supply 👍

Thanks for comment, I'm glad you understood every aspect of the video 👍 E-sys can surely be used when coding with enet cable on individual and multiple modules. Ista needs to be used after the coding to complete housekeeping basically. In summary, yes you can code your module with E-sys and complete all the initialisations with ista using enet cable. Vcx se is not fully reliable to replace icom, so I wouldn't recommend it really. Let me know if you have any other questions 👋

Hi, ideally any icom would be fine as long as it works 👍

I didn't notice any changes or adaptation needs after update. However, when you reset egr or transmission, it takes some miles to adapt to new driving situations.

@@bmwsolutions7880 I've had vanos work done my car and it's using alot of fuel and the BMW dealer advised of the above that it takes 3000 miles for the car to adjust to the changes... Which makes me think surely not

SDP package is missing in your ista software. Watch this for more info ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NCPMINNX4rg.html

@@bmwsolutions7880 so I need to put the psdzdata I have for esys into the correct folder for ISTA+.

If you want to program with ISTA you need the psdzdata full in the folder ...Rheingold/PSdZ/data_swi/psdzdata If you have no folder data_swi you can create it yourself. You can use any SDP you like. And maybe you have to check before if the programming mode is activated. So look in the ISTAGUI.exe.config and search these keys... Quote from Bimmerpost

@@bmwsolutions7880 My full psdzdata is in the c:/Data folder. Does it need to be in EC-Apps/ISTA folder. There is a PSdZ folder in ISTA, but it's not the same as the full PSdZ in C:/Data.

I think I answered that question during the video. My programming session was disrupted and even power supply stopped sending the voltage. I just continued and repeated the process which solved the problem in the end. That's why ista is very safe to rely on as it doesn't brick ecus.

@@bmwsolutions7880 When you use the external car charger for coding, while charging do you need to start the engine ? or just stationary mode?

Never ever start the car when charger or power supply is connected 🤯

@@bmwsolutions7880 Got it.

My battery died mid way through my head unit update. I recharged the battery, pulled the head unit fuses, reconnected ISTA and restarted/continued. It's a myth about the need for a 100amp power supply. You just need a battery charger topping up as it flashes.

You're very welcome Stephen 🤠 hope you're fine, it's been a long time ✌️

@@bmwsolutions7880 all fine thanks How are you

I'm good thanks, same old same 👍

Unfortunately you can only use icom for this process. However, you can use esys with an enet cable but will still need to connect to ista after to do the clean up.

@@bmwsolutions7880 What cleanup needs to be done? Can you give more details?

Hi, thank you for your compliments 🤠 I also wanted to buy Autel maxi tablet a few years ago. It has all service functions, error code reding and programming functions but price was too high. Also they charge for licensing every year which is stupidly high. Basically, it is for mechanic shops in my oppinion as it's too expensive for an individual. I suggest you learn about Ista + Rheingold It is official BMW software and great way to learn about your car. It has video and picture guidance when you repair or replace a part. Autel doesn't tech you anything, just solves your problem at a very very high price tag. Carly is similar in a way as they require subscription for every service function. You may also consider getting Bimmerlink instead of carly, you pay once and use it on any BMW forever for free. I have some videos about ista and bimmerlink on my channel, so have a look for more info. Hope this helps. All the best 👍

Why do you want to update your i-level? It's not necessary if everything is ok in your car.

@BMW Solutions I want to do a few soft coding options, but they aren't available on my current I level.

I see, but you need to consider the hardware on your car as well. So, even if you update i-level to the latest possible version, you may not be able to unlock some features by soft coding because your hardware wouldn't support them. As you know I'm a BMW enthusiast DIYer not working as a mechanic , so I wouldn't be able to offer you any service but I can recommend a person in North London at Platinum Remaps (name is Assad) [Mobile] 07796 952043 You can also ask him direct questions to decide if you need it or not.

@BMW Solutions hardware is all there. Just my car is on very early I level. I'll have think, I have just set up ista+ so now need to look into decent connection lead and psu, currently have ebay special ethernet to obd which I used on esys.

2016 320d euro 6 engine

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For this job only icom works unfortunately.

What icom Do you use and where did you get it? Had two different next clone, but when it comes to programming i always get an error "faulty icom connection". Can you advise an working icom?

I'm using vcx se for bmw. It is not 100% reliable device but I managed to do programming a few times. Though it is better than clone icoms in the market. Check out my video on that ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-OdUNKgwv0VM.html Decision is all yours ✌️👍

Kdcan works only on E series.