Accessing BMW CC-ID codes will give you addition information about your cars condition and can help you with troubleshooting some errors and faults. You can determinate which bulb is burned, which wheel is reporting low air pressure, why Dynamic Cruise Control is not working, AdBlue state and many more.
You don’t need any tools or interface to access those diagnostic codes. Follow this procedure to see hidden messages in CHECK menu.
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BMW F01 F02 hidden menu diagnostic mode
7 Series, BMW, F01 F02 (2008-2015)
7-Series BMW F01 F02 hidden menu lets you check diagnostic data in your car. You don’t need diagnostic interface to view DTC trouble codes, check live data from sensors, check battery voltage, oil and coolant temperature, perform instrument cluster test with needle sweep and LCD diagnostic mode, check warning chimes, also adjust trip computer fuel economy correction. Access to this diagnostic mode can be handy if you have trouble with your car and no access to diagnostic interface.
Continue reading …BMW F01 F02 service reset (7-Series inspection)
7 Series, BMW, F01 F02 (2008-2015)
You can perform BMW F01 F02 service reset in your 7-Series (F01, F02) after performing maintenance service in your car. You don’t need diagnostic interface to clear maintenance messages (change oil and filters, brake fluid, front and rear brake pads and discs, general inspection).
Continue reading …Reset service reminder BMW E65 E66 E67 E68
7 Series, BMW, E65 E66 E67 E68 (2001-2008)
How to reset service reminder BMW E65, E66, E67, E68 (7-Series) after changing oil & filters, inspecting vehicle, brakes, suspension, steering and safety systems. You don’t need to visit BMW dealer or use expensive diagnostic tools to clear maintenance reminder. Follow this tutorial and do it yourself with simple button combination using hidden service menu.
Continue reading …BMW iDrive 1st gen hidden menu
7 Series, BMW, E65 E66 E67 E68 (2001-2008)
BMW iDrive 1st gen hidden menu gives you access to diagnostic tests of MOST bus and some of the multimedia settings.
1st gen. iDrive system was installed in BMW 7-Series cars (E65, E66, E67, E68). Be careful and don’t change any options unless you’re sure what your doing.
BMW 5-Series service reset (F10 F11 F07)
5 Series, BMW, F10 F11 F07 (2010-)
BMW 5-Series service reset can be performed on BMW F10, F11 and F07 Gran Turismo without diagnostic interface. You can clear maintenance message on your instrument cluster yourself without visiting your BMW dealer as long as you can replace oil and filter, inspect brakes and other safety system in your vehicle yourself.
Continue reading …BMW E38 OBC hidden menu (diagnostic mode)
7 Series, BMW, E38 (1994-2001)
BMW E38 OBC hidden menu gives inside view of the diagnostic tests and readouts from various sensors in your vehicle. Find out what’s your battery voltage, accurate fuel level, test sound chimes, displays and indicators, perform gauge test (needle sweep), adjust trip computer fuel economy and much more. This service mode is made for early diagnostics of your instrument cluster and other vehicle components.
Continue reading …BMW 1-Series hidden menu (E81, E82, E87, E88)
1 Series, BMW, E81 E82 E87 E88 (2004-2014)
BMW 1-Series hidden menu gives access to service tests useful when diagnosing issues with your car. Check all indicators and displays, perform needle sweep, read raw data from various sensors and adjust trip computer options in your E81, E82, E87 or E88.
Continue reading …BMW 1-Series service reset (E81 E82 E87 E88)
1 Series, BMW, E81 E82 E87 E88 (2004-2014)
Perform BMW 1-Series service reset and clear the reminder in BMW E81, E82, E87, E88. This procedure does not require diagnostic interface. You can do it yourself without visiting your BMW dealer.
Continue reading …BMW E39 service reminder reset
5 Series, BMW, E39 (1995-2004)
Ho to perform BMW E39 service reminder reset (5-Series 1995-2004) after changing oil, filters and inspecting brakes, steering and suspension. Reset procedure is simple, you don’t need diagnostic tools to perform it. Just follow this tutorial and reset service in your BMW car.
Continue reading …Hidden menu BMW navigation MK3 MK4
3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series, BMW, E38 (1994-2001), E39 (1995-2004), E46 (1998-2006), Land Rover, Mini, Mini One/Cooper, MK1 (2001-2008), MK3 (2002-2012), Range Rover, X Series, X3 E83 (2003–2010), X5 E53 (1999-2006), Z Series, Z4 E85 E86 (2002 – 2008)
Hidden menu BMW navigation MK3 MK4 lets you access diagnostic features and check GPS antenna, video module, telephone settings, sensors, display settings and more. This diagnostic mode will help you with troubleshooting electronic issues with car stereo and navigation.
Continue reading …BMW E39 OBC hidden menu (diagnostic mode)
5 Series, BMW, E39 (1995-2004)
BMW E39 OBC hidden menu gives access to diagnostic tests and readouts from various sensors in your car. Check battery voltage, fuel level, sound chime, displays and indicators, perform gauge sweep (needle test) and more. This service mode is made for early diagnostics of your instrument cluster and other vehicle components.
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