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      04-04-2014, 06:07 PM   #1
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Coding question

I have contacted V12 and about to get some coding done. I am trying to make a list of what I want done but would like to know from you guys who have coded what are your favorite things you have had coded in and more importantly if there is anything you wish you hadn't done or really hasn't been that useful.
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I have contacted V12 and about to get some coding done. I am trying to make a list of what I want done but would like to know from you guys who have coded what are your favorite things you have had coded in and more importantly if there is anything you wish you hadn't done or really hasn't been that useful.
Folding door mirrors
Dazzle free auto high beam
Ability to shut boot with fob or interior boot release button
Tire pressure and temperature readings
Rear DRL
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To add to Stealth's List:

- No warning screen on start up.
- Turn Signals in HUD
- If you have a 13' then phonebook and music playlist in HUD.
- Oh also, folding mirrors with comfort access hand touch on door handles.
- iDrive Screen plays DVD movies.

I use almost everything that V12 coded for me every time I drive the M5.
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Also enhanced comfort access (ability to open and close windows and sunroof from fob) or door handle.

And if you want- replace Colonial twang with English accent for Nav (catch is it changes all the iDrive menus so some people find it confusing).
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Thanks guys RPiM5 what all did you have coded?
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Also enhanced comfort access (ability to open and close windows and sunroof from fob) or door handle.

And if you want- replace Colonial twang with English accent for Nav (catch is it changes all the iDrive menus so some people find it confusing).
I want to do this (English accent) also my RRS had this and it was great sounded so sophisticated lol
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Also enhanced comfort access (ability to open and close windows and sunroof from fob) or door handle.

And if you want- replace Colonial twang with English accent for Nav (catch is it changes all the iDrive menus so some people find it confusing).
I want to do this also my RRS had this and it was great sounded so sophisticated lol
Yes I have it too. Reminds me of home.
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Also enhanced comfort access (ability to open and close windows and sunroof from fob) or door handle.

And if you want- replace Colonial twang with English accent for Nav (catch is it changes all the iDrive menus so some people find it confusing).
I want to do this also my RRS had this and it was great sounded so sophisticated lol
Yes I have it too. Reminds me of home.
Does it also change all of the terms in the nav instructions to be English as well? (Roundabout etc) I can't remember all of the rest but it was nice. My RRS did that.
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Also enhanced comfort access (ability to open and close windows and sunroof from fob) or door handle.

And if you want- replace Colonial twang with English accent for Nav (catch is it changes all the iDrive menus so some people find it confusing).
I want to do this also my RRS had this and it was great sounded so sophisticated lol
Yes I have it too. Reminds me of home.
Does it also change all of the terms in the nav instructions to be English as well? (Roundabout etc) I can't remember all of the rest but it was nice. My RRS did that.
Yes it does. The terminology and sentence structure is English.

It also changes all the menus to BMW UK menus. So for instance, Concierge becomes Info Plus.
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Cool I will definitely do this
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If not mentioned: turn off the amber lights (led's) in the headlight assembly.
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If not mentioned: turn off the amber lights (led's) in the headlight assembly.
Can't do this with the LED headlamps. Only works on Xenons.

BTW were you able to turn them off on your TTS? Are Porsche9 owners as obsessed with these lighting details as BMW guys?
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Can't do this with the LED headlamps. Only works on Xenons.

BTW were you able to turn them off on your TTS? Are Porsche9 owners as obsessed with these lighting details as BMW guys?
I turned them off on the M6 with the led's.... maybe its an F10 thing.

I don't think Ive ever met anyone who can code a P car LOL.

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Can't do this with the LED headlamps. Only works on Xenons.

BTW were you able to turn them off on your TTS? Are Porsche9 owners as obsessed with these lighting details as BMW guys?
I turned them off on the M6 with the led's.... maybe its an F10 thing.

I don't think Ive ever met anyone who can code a P car LOL.

Nice. We haven't been able to figure this out on 14 M5 yet.
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Nice. We haven't been able to figure this out on 14 M5 yet.
I hear you. Someone will, they always do. On the R8 I had coding done and was even able to turn up the DRL intensity. The factory had it at 28% and its now at 90 LOL.


Its ironic you mentioned Pcar coding as I just got my UPS package and inside are clear LED side markers. While coding my be hard to come by via Pcars the install of these side markers take all of 5 minutes.
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Nice. We haven't been able to figure this out on 14 M5 yet.
I hear you. Someone will, they always do. On the R8 I had coding done and was even able to turn up the DRL intensity. The factory had it at 28% and its now at 90 LOL.


Its ironic you mentioned Pcar coding as I just got my UPS package and inside are clear LED side markers. While coding my be hard to come by via Pcars the install of these side markers take all of 5 minutes.
Nice. Did you get the clear tail lights installed yet?
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why all of you guys hate amber led's so much? i love it
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I also love the flashing brake lights under heavy braking. Also lowering the heated seat temperatures.

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Nice. Did you get the clear tail lights installed yet?
I haven't even ordered them

There are days when I look at the rear like the red ones more.... and then there are days where I feel the need.
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Hi, I have 2014 M5 CP in Orange County, CA and I'd like to do coding. How do I contact V12? It seems like he is in NY. Please help!!! Thanks in advance...
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Hi, I have 2014 M5 CP in Orange County, CA and I'd like to do coding. How do I contact V12? It seems like he is in NY. Please help!!! Thanks in advance...
You can simply send him a PM. He's a sponsor.
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Just pm him he responds quickly
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