BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read
BMW 5-Series (G30) Forum 2017+ BMW 5 Series (G30) General Discussions Full screen CarPlay via i level upgrade

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      11-19-2021, 04:03 PM   #1
xavriz
BMW Enthusiast
xavriz's Avatar
United_States
19
Rep
22
Posts

Drives: 2018 BMW X3 M40i
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: New Jersey

iTrader: (0)

Full screen CarPlay via i level upgrade

Is it possible to upgrade the firmware on our G30 to support full screen Apple CarPlay via BimmerCode? I have an OBD to Ethernet dongle and a windows laptop. Thanks In advance.
Appreciate 0
      11-22-2021, 01:38 PM   #2
ez727
Registered
2
Rep
4
Posts

Drives: 2018 BMW M550i
Join Date: Nov 2021
Location: Tornoto

iTrader: (0)

I am wondering the same thing, split screen is just 2 small for carplay, could anyone share on this? thanks.
Appreciate 0
      11-22-2021, 05:26 PM   #3
SteveinArizona
Brigadier General
United_States
3086
Rep
4,210
Posts

Drives: BMW 530e
Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Greater Phoenix

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by xavriz View Post
Is it possible to upgrade the firmware on our G30 to support full screen Apple CarPlay via BimmerCode? I have an OBD to Ethernet dongle and a windows laptop. Thanks In advance.
It can be done but not by Bimmercode.
Appreciate 0
      11-22-2021, 07:39 PM   #4
cna90
First Lieutenant
cna90's Avatar
Canada
176
Rep
305
Posts

Drives: BMW 540ix with MPPSK
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by xavriz View Post
Is it possible to upgrade the firmware on our G30 to support full screen Apple CarPlay via BimmerCode? I have an OBD to Ethernet dongle and a windows laptop. Thanks In advance.
Can be done with Bimmercode.
Using Bimmercode expert mode:

head unit > expert mode > 3000 HMI > carplay_fullscreen > aktiv

If you don't see it you need to update your iDrive to the latest version first. Don't remember what was the first version of iD6 that supported it. But works fine if you update your iDrive.
To update is pretty easy and free.
Here is the NA link: https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html
Appreciate 0
      12-01-2021, 08:54 AM   #5
xavriz
BMW Enthusiast
xavriz's Avatar
United_States
19
Rep
22
Posts

Drives: 2018 BMW X3 M40i
Join Date: Dec 2020
Location: New Jersey

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by cna90 View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by xavriz View Post
Is it possible to upgrade the firmware on our G30 to support full screen Apple CarPlay via BimmerCode? I have an OBD to Ethernet dongle and a windows laptop. Thanks In advance.
Can be done with Bimmercode.
Using Bimmercode expert mode:

head unit > expert mode > 3000 HMI > carplay_fullscreen > aktiv

If you don't see it you need to update your iDrive to the latest version first. Don't remember what was the first version of iD6 that supported it. But works fine if you update your iDrive.
To update is pretty easy and free.
Here is the NA link: https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html
It says there is no update available, and it is still not working. Any tips?
Appreciate 0
      12-01-2021, 10:57 AM   #6
cna90
First Lieutenant
cna90's Avatar
Canada
176
Rep
305
Posts

Drives: BMW 540ix with MPPSK
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by xavriz View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by cna90 View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by xavriz View Post
Is it possible to upgrade the firmware on our G30 to support full screen Apple CarPlay via BimmerCode? I have an OBD to Ethernet dongle and a windows laptop. Thanks In advance.
Can be done with Bimmercode.
Using Bimmercode expert mode:

head unit > expert mode > 3000 HMI > carplay_fullscreen > aktiv

If you don't see it you need to update your iDrive to the latest version first. Don't remember what was the first version of iD6 that supported it. But works fine if you update your iDrive.
To update is pretty easy and free.
Here is the NA link: https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html
It says there is no update available, and it is still not working. Any tips?
What's not working? You mean you don't see the carplay_fullscreen in bimmercode expert mode?
Appreciate 0
      12-05-2021, 04:01 PM   #7
m_fife
First Lieutenant
m_fife's Avatar
United_States
123
Rep
339
Posts

Drives: 2018 M5
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by cna90 View Post
Can be done with Bimmercode.
Using Bimmercode expert mode:

head unit > expert mode > 3000 HMI > carplay_fullscreen > aktiv

If you don't see it you need to update your iDrive to the latest version first. Don't remember what was the first version of iD6 that supported it. But works fine if you update your iDrive.
To update is pretty easy and free.
Here is the NA link: https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html
I think it is version "X"

I also believe that the above link does not update your I-Level. I think it is bluetooth compatability stuff. Could be wrong.
__________________
2018 Alpine White ///M5
Appreciate 0
      12-05-2021, 10:53 PM   #8
cna90
First Lieutenant
cna90's Avatar
Canada
176
Rep
305
Posts

Drives: BMW 540ix with MPPSK
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by m_fife View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by cna90 View Post
Can be done with Bimmercode.
Using Bimmercode expert mode:

head unit > expert mode > 3000 HMI > carplay_fullscreen > aktiv

If you don't see it you need to update your iDrive to the latest version first. Don't remember what was the first version of iD6 that supported it. But works fine if you update your iDrive.
To update is pretty easy and free.
Here is the NA link: https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html
I think it is version "X"

I also believe that the above link does not update your I-Level. I think it is bluetooth compatability stuff. Could be wrong.
Well it checks your VIN and show you if there is any update for your VIN. G30 comes with iDrive 6 and 7! 7 is already full screen apple carplay and 6 with the latest update from that link I gave you works with Bimmercode.
Maybe worth contacting Bimmercode support. They should be able to direct you better.
Appreciate 0
      12-06-2021, 04:15 AM   #9
m_fife
First Lieutenant
m_fife's Avatar
United_States
123
Rep
339
Posts

Drives: 2018 M5
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by cna90 View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by m_fife View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by cna90 View Post
Can be done with Bimmercode.
Using Bimmercode expert mode:

head unit > expert mode > 3000 HMI > carplay_fullscreen > aktiv

If you don't see it you need to update your iDrive to the latest version first. Don't remember what was the first version of iD6 that supported it. But works fine if you update your iDrive.
To update is pretty easy and free.
Here is the NA link: https://www.bmw.com/en/footer/software-updates.html
I think it is version "X"

I also believe that the above link does not update your I-Level. I think it is bluetooth compatability stuff. Could be wrong.
Well it checks your VIN and show you if there is any update for your VIN. G30 comes with iDrive 6 and 7! 7 is already full screen apple carplay and 6 with the latest update from that link I gave you works with Bimmercode.
Maybe worth contacting Bimmercode support. They should be able to direct you better.
My point was to update the I-level in the car you need to use E-Sys or ISTA+ and an ICOM …. Therefore updating I drive software level. I'm 99% positive this link is just for Bluetooth software.
__________________
2018 Alpine White ///M5
Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:22 AM.




5post
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST