The BMW F10, a symbol of luxury and performance, offers more customization than you might realize. With the Carly app and an OBD adapter, you can tap into a world of personalized settings and unlock hidden features of your F10 right from your smartphone. Forget expensive garage coding sessions; Carly empowers you to become your own BMW coding expert, saving you both time and money.
Gain Complete Control Over Your BMW F10 with Carly’s Coding Features
Coding your BMW F10 allows you to tailor your driving experience to your exact preferences. From subtle interior tweaks to performance enhancements, Carly provides a user-friendly interface to modify a wide array of your car’s functionalities.
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Whether you aim to refine the interior ambiance or adjust exterior functionalities, the Carly scanner and app make it achievable. The specific coding options available will vary depending on your exact BMW F10 model and its factory-installed features, ensuring a customized experience tailored to your vehicle.
Enhance Your Driving Experience with BMW F10 Active Sound Design Coding
For BMW F10 owners seeking a more engaging auditory experience, the Active Sound Design (ASD) system offers a unique opportunity for customization. This technology, present in certain BMW models, modulates and enriches the engine and exhaust sounds, amplifying driving pleasure, especially in modern, quieter engines.
How Active Sound Design Works: ASD continuously analyzes engine parameters and generates synthesized sounds that emulate a more robust engine. This sound is then projected through the car’s speakers, creating a sportier sound profile within the cabin. Carly allows you to fine-tune this system to your personal taste.
Carly OBD device unlocks various coding options for your BMW F10’s Active Sound Design:
Active Sound Design Modes:
- Off: Completely disable Active Sound Design. Note that disabling ASD might trigger an error message in the ASD module. This can be cleared by reverting the ASD module to its original backup settings using Carly.
- M5/M6: Activate the distinctive sound profile of BMW’s high-performance M5 and M6 models, injecting a more aggressive engine note into your F10’s soundscape. (ASD module coding)
Active Sound Design Volume:
- Very quiet to Very loud: Adjust the ASD volume across a spectrum from barely perceptible to intensely sporty. This granular control allows you to tailor the engine sound to your driving mood and environment. (ASD module coding)
With the Carly OBD device, you can precisely tailor the Active Sound Design to your preferences, creating the ideal auditory backdrop for every drive.
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Optimize Security with BMW F10 Alarm System Coding
The Carly OBD scanner provides extensive customization options for your BMW F10’s alarm system, allowing you to personalize its behavior and alerts to match your needs and preferences.
Here are some of the key alarm system features you can code with Carly:
- Audible Confirmation: Enable or disable an audible chirp when locking and unlocking your BMW. You can also adjust the volume, duration, and pitch of this confirmation sound.
- Optical Confirmation: Control the visual confirmation – the flashing of turn signals – when locking or unlocking your vehicle.
- Alarm Type: Select the alarm sound and behavior based on region. Options include variations for Europe, USA, and the United Kingdom (UK version mirrors the European sound but extends for a longer duration).
- Night Mode Alarm: Automatically deactivate the alarm siren and audible locking/unlocking confirmations between 8 PM and 8 AM, ensuring quiet operation during nighttime hours.
- Alarm Lighting: Configure which lights – turn signals, low beams, or high beams – should flash when the alarm is triggered, enhancing visual alerts.
- Silent Alarm: Disable the alarm siren completely, relying solely on flashing lights for alerts. Note that this also disables audible locking confirmations.
By using the Carly OBD scanner, you gain complete control over your BMW F10’s alarm system, tailoring it for optimal security and convenience.
Personalize the Ambiance with BMW F10 Ambient Lighting Coding
The Carly OBD scanner lets you delve into the world of interior aesthetics by customizing your BMW F10’s ambient lighting system. With a simple connection and intuitive app interface, you can unlock personalized lighting options.
Individual Ambient Lighting Control:
- Enable Custom Menu: Activate a dedicated menu within your BMW’s iDrive system, granting access to ambient lighting customization settings. The available options are dependent on the specific lighting features installed in your F10. (NBT module coding)
- Disable Custom Menu: Remove the custom ambient lighting menu from your iDrive system, reverting to standard lighting controls. (NBT module coding)
Fine-Tune Your Audio Experience with BMW F10 Audio System Settings Coding
For audiophiles and everyday listeners alike, the Carly OBD scanner offers a range of adjustments to optimize your BMW F10’s audio system to your exact liking. Enhance your listening pleasure with these customizable features:
iDrive and Volume Settings:
- iDrive Power-Off with Door Opening: Configure your iDrive system to automatically switch off when the driver’s door is opened, saving power and ensuring a quiet exit. This function is inactive while the engine is running. (CAS module coding)
- Maximum Startup Volume: Set a predefined maximum volume level when you start your BMW, preventing sudden loud audio playback. Choose from “quiet,” “medium,” or “loud” (which retains the volume level from your last drive). (CIC module coding)
Sound Profiles and Audio Sources:
- Warning Tones and Menu Sounds: Personalize your BMW’s auditory feedback by switching the system sounds to those from other BMW brands and models like Mini, BMW i, or even Rolls-Royce, adding a unique sonic signature to your F10. (NBT module coding)
- iPhone Audio Source via USB: Enable seamless audio playback from iPhones connected via USB, either in the glove compartment or center console. Carly offers alternative settings to optimize compatibility and performance. (NBT module coding)
Enhance Convenience with BMW F10 Brake System Coding
The Carly OBD scanner also extends its customization capabilities to your BMW F10’s braking system, offering a unique convenience feature:
Start Engine Without Brake Pedal:
- Enable Engine Start without Brake: Activate the ability to start your BMW F10’s engine without pressing the brake pedal. To initiate engine start, simply switch on the ignition and press and hold the “start-stop” button. This feature can be helpful in specific situations and is configured through a two-part coding process. (CAS module coding)
Optimize Visibility with BMW F10 Windshield Wiper System Coding
The Carly OBD scanner provides an impressive array of customizable settings for your BMW F10’s windshield wiper system, allowing you to fine-tune its behavior for optimal visibility in various conditions.
Here’s a comprehensive overview of the wiper system coding options:
- Wipes After Windshield Cleaning: Adjust the number of wiper swipes (1 to 4) following windshield washer fluid application. (JBBF module coding)
- Wipes After Rear Window Cleaning: Similarly, configure the number of wipes (1 to 4) after cleaning the rear window. (JBBF module coding)
- Reduced Wiping Speed at High Speeds: Choose to reduce wiper speed above 210 km/h (130 mph) or disable this function. (JBBF module coding)
- Rear Window Cleaning at Low Washer Fluid Level: Decide whether the rear window should also be cleaned when washer fluid is low. (JBBF module coding)
- Wipe Delay After Windshield/Rear Window Cleaning: Set a delay (0.1 to 0.7 seconds) between washer fluid application and wiper activation for both front and rear windows. (JBBF module coding)
- Wipe Interval When Stationary: Configure the wiper interval (3 or 5 seconds) when the vehicle is stopped in auto-wiper mode. (JBBF module coding)
- Wiper Complete Cycle After Ignition Off: Determine whether wipers should complete their current cycle after the ignition is turned off. (JBBF module coding)
- Windshield Washes Until Headlight Cleaning: Set the number of windshield washer activations (1, 5, or 10) before the headlight washers are activated. (JBBF module coding)
- Rear Wipers Continue Wiping with Ignition On: Choose to activate or deactivate continuous rear wiper operation when the ignition is on. (JBBF module coding)
- Rear Wipers Run Permanently in Reverse: Enable or disable continuous rear wiper operation when reversing. (JBBF module coding)
- Rear Wiper in Reverse (Intermittent): Activate or deactivate automatic rear wiper activation when reverse gear is engaged and front wipers are active. (JBBF module coding)
- Headlight Cleaning Function: Enable or disable the headlight cleaning system entirely. (JBBF module coding)
- Number of Sprays for Headlights: Select the number of spray bursts (2 or 3) for headlight cleaning. (JBBF module coding)
- Duration of Headlight Spray Burst: Adjust the duration of each headlight spray burst (0.6 to 2.0 seconds). (JBBF module coding)
- Delay Between Headlight Spray Bursts: Set the delay (0.6 to 2.0 seconds) between spray bursts during headlight cleaning. (JBBF module coding)
- Maximum Speed for Headlight Cleaning: Define the maximum speed (off or 160 km/h / 100 mph) at which headlight cleaning is active. (JBBF module coding)
Stay Punctual with BMW F10 Clock and Date Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner simplifies adjustments to your BMW F10’s clock and date display, ensuring you’re always on time and informed.
Time and Date Display Options:
- GPS Time Correction: Enable or disable automatic time synchronization via GPS, ensuring accurate timekeeping, especially across time zones. (KOMBI module coding)
- Date and Time in Dashboard: Display both the current date and time directly within your instrument cluster for easy visibility. Ensure the “Date in dashboard” option is also enabled for this feature to function. (KOMBI module coding)
Image alt text: BMW F10 iDrive display showing Carly app coding options for vehicle customization.
Enhance Comfort and Convenience with BMW F10 Comfort Functions Coding
The Carly OBD scanner unlocks a suite of comfort and convenience features for your BMW F10, making everyday driving more enjoyable and seamless.
Easy Entry and Exit & Remote Operations:
- Engine Start Without Brake/Clutch: (Covered earlier in Brake System Coding).
- Immediate Comfort Sunroof Opening/Closing: Configure the sunroof to begin opening or closing immediately during comfort opening/closing sequences, eliminating delays. (CAS module coding)
- Simultaneous Comfort Window Operation: Enable all windows (front and rear) to open and close simultaneously during comfort opening/closing, streamlining ventilation and closure. (CAS module coding)
- Comfort Closing Delay (Mirror): Set a delay for comfort closing functions, specifically affecting mirror folding. A “0.0s” setting will cause mirrors to fold in instantly upon locking. (CAS module coding)
- Comfort Opening/Closing with Remote: Activate the ability to open and close all windows and the sunroof by pressing and holding the unlock/lock button on your remote control, providing convenient remote ventilation and closure. (CAS module coding)
- Comfort Locking – Door Handle (Comfort Access): If your F10 is equipped with Comfort Access, enable convenience locking functions via the door handle. Touching the locking zone on the door handle for a longer duration will initiate comfort closing of windows and sunroof. (CAS module coding)
Automatic Locking:
- Door Locking After Driving Off: Enable a menu in iDrive settings to activate automatic door locking once the vehicle reaches a certain speed, enhancing security. (NBT module coding)
Customize Lighting with BMW F10 “Coming Home” Functions Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner lets you personalize your BMW F10’s exterior lighting with “Coming Home” function adjustments, enhancing visibility and safety when exiting your vehicle in low-light conditions.
“Follow Me Home” Lights:
- Extended “Follow Me Home” Lights: Extend the duration of the “Follow me home” lights by reactivating the “Flasher” signal after initial activation, providing prolonged illumination. (FRM module coding)
- Duration of “Follow me home” Lights: Set the duration of the “Follow me home” lights (off, 40s, 90s, 150s, or 240s). To activate, simply press the “flash” signal after turning off the engine. (FRM module coding)
Tailor Daytime Running Lights with BMW F10 DRL Coding Options
With the Carly OBD scanner, you can extensively customize your BMW F10’s daytime running lights (DRL), adapting their appearance and behavior to your preferences and regional regulations.
DRL Customization Modes & Brightness:
- Daytime Running Lights – Customization Mode: Select from a variety of DRL modes, including: off, high beam, low beam, Angel Eyes + tail lights (EU/US), Angel Eyes (EU/US), and front lights (Northern Europe). DRLs can be manually activated by setting the light switch to position ‘0’. (FRM module coding)
- Daytime Running Lights – Brightness: Adjust the brightness level of your chosen DRL mode, with options ranging from “very low” to “very high,” including region-specific medium settings (US/EU). (FRM module coding)
- Daytime Running Lights – High Beam Brightness: Fine-tune the brightness of the high beams when used as DRLs or for general high beam operation. This setting is relevant when “Daytime running lights – Adjustment” is set to “High beams.” (FRM module coding)
- Daytime Running Lights – iDrive Menu Control: Enable an iDrive menu to control DRL modes, offering options to “Show Menu,” “Permanently On,” and “Permanently Off,” providing in-car control over DRL behavior. (CIC module coding)
Personalize Information Display with BMW F10 Display Coding Functions
The Carly OBD Scanner empowers you to customize the information displayed in your BMW F10’s instrument cluster and head-up display (HUD), tailoring the driving experience to your informational needs and visual preferences.
Instrument Cluster & Head-Up Display Customization:
- Navigation Graphics Color: Change the color scheme of navigation graphics in both the HUD and instrument cluster display, offering options like “orange” and “HUD orange/instruments gray.” (KOMBI module coding)
- HUD Start Time/Logo: Customize the duration of the start logo animation displayed when the HUD is activated, ranging from “off” to “very long.” You can also change the logo itself (covered in iDrive Logo coding). (KOMBI module coding)
- Lane Change in Head-Up Display: Activate or deactivate the display of lane change warnings within the HUD, enhancing driver awareness. (KOMBI module coding)
- Display Compass: Enable a compass display in the on-board computer (OBC), accessible by pressing the ‘BC’ button on the turn signal lever. (KOMBI module coding)
- Digital Speed Display: Display a digital speedometer readout in the instrument cluster, complementing the analog speedometer. The digital speedometer must be enabled in iDrive display settings. Options include km/h, mph, and variations. (KOMBI module coding)
- “Diesel” Indicator: Display a “Diesel” sign next to the fuel level indicator in the instrument cluster (not available in Sport mode), useful for diesel models. (KOMBI module coding)
- Engine Power Display: Show horsepower output in the instrument cluster below the tachometer, active only in Sport mode, providing performance-oriented information. (KOMBI module coding)
- Display Layout Combi: Change the overall layout of the instrument cluster display, offering choices like BMW AG, M GmbH, and Alpina Tuning. Alpina layouts require enabling “Display Layout Combi – Alpina” as well. (KOMBI module coding)
- Logo KOMBI: Customize the logo displayed in the instrument cluster, with options including eDrive, M-Sport, various M Performance models, Alpina, and V12 logos (not available in M-View). (KOMBI module coding)
iDrive Menu Display Options:
- ECO PRO Layout Change Menu: Enable an iDrive menu to toggle the instrument cluster layout change when switching to ECO Pro mode, allowing user control over ECO PRO display behavior. (NBT module coding)
- Instantaneous Fuel Consumption Menu: Activate an iDrive menu to display real-time fuel consumption in the instrument cluster, providing fuel efficiency feedback. (NBT module coding)
- Driving Mode Warning Menu: Enable an iDrive menu to control the warning message displayed after changing driving modes, allowing users to suppress or enable these notifications. (NBT module coding)
- Speedometer Zoom Menu: Activate an iDrive menu to enable highlighting of the current speed within the speedometer display, enhancing speed awareness. (NBT module coding)
- X View Menu (All-Wheel Drive): For all-wheel drive models, enable an ‘X View’ menu in iDrive to display vehicle pitch and roll angles, useful for off-road or dynamic driving situations. (NBT module coding)
- Automatic Time Setting Menu: Enable automatic time updates based on daylight saving time changes via an iDrive menu. (NBT module coding)
- Bang & Olufsen Sound Menu: If equipped with Bang & Olufsen audio, enable a dedicated iDrive menu to access special equalizer settings and sound profiles. (NBT module coding)
- M Driving Dynamics Menu (M Models): For M model BMWs, enable an iDrive menu within instrument cluster settings to activate M Driving Dynamics features. (NBT module coding)
- Show KW/MW Radio Band Menu: Enable or hide the KW and MW radio band menus in the radio interface, customizing radio band visibility. (NBT module coding)
Enhance Safety with BMW F10 Driving Assistant Coding
The Carly OBD scanner extends customization to driving assistance features in your BMW F10, specifically allowing adjustment of blind spot detection activation speed, enhancing safety and driver awareness.
Blind Spot Detection Speed:
- Blind Spot Detection Activation Speed: Individually set the speed at which blind spot detection becomes active, with options including 10 km/h (6 mph), 20 km/h (12 mph), 30 km/h (19 mph), and 50 km/h (31 mph). This function is only effective if your F10 is equipped with blind spot detection. (ICM module coding)
Fine-tune Driving Dynamics with BMW F10 Drive Dynamics Functions
The Carly OBD scanner allows you to personalize your BMW F10’s driving dynamics, specifically by enabling Sport mode configuration within the iDrive menu, putting drive mode customization at your fingertips.
Sport Mode Configuration:
- Sport Mode Configurable in iDrive: Activate the ability to configure Sport mode settings within the iDrive menu, accessible under driving mode settings. If this function is available in the ICM (Integrated Chassis Management) module, it must also be activated there for full functionality. (CIC module coding)
Image alt text: Carly app interface on smartphone showing BMW F10 coding options for drive dynamics and sport mode.
Maximize Entry and Exit Comfort with BMW F10 Easy Entry Coding Functions
The Carly OBD scanner provides coding options to customize Easy Entry functions in your BMW F10, enhancing convenience and ease of access, particularly for drivers of different statures.
Steering Wheel and Seat Adjustments:
- Easy Entry – Steering Wheel Adjustment: Enable or disable steering wheel adjustment as part of the Easy Entry sequence. A two-part coding setting controls this feature. (FRM and CAS module coding)
- Close Window After Easy Entry: Configure the driver’s window to automatically close when the vehicle is locked after being opened via Easy Entry. (FRM and CAS module coding)
- Easy Entry at Every Door Opening: Choose whether Easy Entry activates every time the car is unlocked or only when the unlock button on the remote is pressed twice. (FRM and CAS module coding)
- Easy Entry Window Lowering: Enable Easy Entry to lower the driver’s window when the car is unlocked with a double press of the unlock button and the door is opened. (FRM and CAS module coding)
Optimize Fuel Efficiency with BMW F10 Start-Stop Coding Functions
The Carly OBD scanner allows you to adjust the behavior of your BMW F10’s automatic start-stop system, giving you more control over fuel efficiency and engine operation.
Start-Stop System Control:
- Start/Stop Notification in Dashboard: Enable or disable the display of the Start/Stop icon in the instrument cluster when the function is active, providing visual feedback on system status. (KOMBI module coding)
- Start/Stop Automatic Memory: Activate or deactivate the system’s memory function, which saves your manual start-stop button setting for subsequent engine starts. Disabling automatic start-stop can potentially extend battery and starter motor lifespan. (CAS module coding)
- Start/Stop Automatic Off by Default: Configure the start-stop system to be deactivated by default upon vehicle startup, requiring manual activation if desired. (ICM module coding)
- Start in Eco/Eco Pro Mode: Set the vehicle to automatically start in “Eco” or “Eco Pro” driving mode, prioritizing fuel efficiency upon each startup. Note that there is no option to automatically start in “Sport” or “Sport+” mode. (ICM module coding)
Enhance Overtaking Visibility with BMW F10 High Beam Functions
The Carly OBD scanner offers a coding option to enhance your BMW F10’s high beam functionality during overtaking maneuvers, improving visibility and safety on the road.
Headlight Flasher with Bi-Xenon:
- Headlight Flasher with Bi-xenon: Activate the use of bi-xenon lamps for the headlight flasher function. This provides brighter and more effective signaling when overtaking or alerting other drivers. (FRM module coding)
Improve Driving Awareness with BMW F10 Gear Change Indicator
The Carly OBD scanner allows customization of the gear shift indicator in your BMW F10, providing visual cues for optimal gear selection and driving efficiency.
Gear Shift Indicator Options:
- Gear Change Indicator and Suggestion: Enable or disable the gear shift indicator display in the onboard computer, which suggests the optimal gear for current driving conditions (primarily for manual transmissions, may not function with all automatic transmissions). (KOMBI and CIC module coding)
- Gear Change Display in Sport Mode: Choose whether to display the gear shift indicator even when in Sport mode, providing consistent driving feedback. (KOMBI and CIC module coding)
- Gear Change Display Current Gear: Configure the indicator to permanently display the current gear engaged, offering continuous gear awareness. (KOMBI and CIC module coding)
- Gear Change Display Menu in iDrive: Enable or disable a menu in iDrive settings to control the visibility of the gear shift indicator, providing user control over this feature. (KOMBI and CIC module coding)
Streamline Headlight Cleaning with BMW F10 Headlight Cleaning Functions
The Carly OBD scanner provides a range of coding options to customize your BMW F10’s headlight cleaning system, optimizing its performance and washer fluid usage.
Headlight Cleaning Customization:
- Activations Until Headlight Cleaning: Set the number of windshield washer activations (1, 5, or 10) that trigger the headlight cleaning system. (JBBF module coding)
- Headlight Cleaning On/Off: Completely enable or disable the headlight cleaning system. (JBBF module coding)
- Number of Sprays for Headlights: Select the number of spray bursts (2 or 3) per headlight cleaning cycle. (JBBF module coding)
- Duration of Headlight Spray Burst: Adjust the duration of each spray burst (0.6s to 2.0s). (JBBF module coding)
- Delay Between Headlight Spray Bursts: Set the delay between spray bursts (0.6s to 2.0s). (JBBF module coding)
- Maximum Speed for Headlight Cleaning: Define the maximum speed (disable or 160 km/h / 100 mph) at which headlight cleaning is active. (JBBF module coding)
Personalize Information Projection with BMW F10 Head-Up Display Coding
The Carly OBD scanner offers extensive customization for your BMW F10’s Head-Up Display (HUD), allowing you to tailor the projected information to your driving preferences and needs.
HUD Content Customization:
- Cruise Control in HUD: Display cruise control information in the HUD when activated, enhancing cruise control visibility. (KOMBI and CIC module coding)
- Turn Signal in HUD: Show turn signal and hazard warning light indicators in the HUD (models up to 2013 only). Requires enabling “Turn signals in Head-Up Display – additional” in iDrive. (KOMBI and CIC module coding)
- Start Screen in HUD: Enable or disable the display of a splash screen when the HUD is launched. (KOMBI module coding)
- Entertainment Menu in HUD: Display radio station and track lists in the HUD, providing quick access to audio information. (KOMBI module coding)
- Call List in HUD: Show recent call history in the HUD for convenient call management. (KOMBI module coding)
- Phone Contacts in HUD: Display phone contacts in the HUD, enabling quick access to contacts without looking away from the road. (KOMBI module coding)
- Navigation Graphics Color: (Covered in Display Coding Functions).
- HUD Start Time: (Covered in Display Coding Functions).
- Lane Change in Head-Up Display: (Covered in Display Coding Functions).
- Interchange Images in HUD: Display highway interchange images in the HUD for enhanced navigation guidance. (CIC module coding)
- Entertainment/Phone Info Checkbox in iDrive: Enable a checkbox in iDrive HUD settings to control the display of Entertainment/Phone information in the HUD, providing user control over HUD content. Requires enabling corresponding HUD functions in the KOMBI module. (CIC module coding)
Optimize High Beam Performance with BMW F10 High Beam Coding Functions
The Carly OBD scanner provides coding options to fine-tune your BMW F10’s high beam functionality, enhancing visibility and driving safety in nighttime conditions.
High Beam Behavior Customization:
- Fog Lights with High Beam: Configure fog lights to automatically switch off when high beams are activated, optimizing light distribution and reducing glare. (FRM module coding)
- Daytime Running Lights – High Beam Brightness: (Covered in Daytime Running Light Coding Options).
- High Beam Assistant Auto Activation: Enable automatic activation of the high beam assistant system, automating high beam control for optimal nighttime visibility. (FRM module coding)
Personalize iDrive Start-Up with BMW F10 iDrive Logo Coding
The Carly OBD scanner allows you to customize the visual welcome of your BMW F10’s iDrive system by changing the start-up logo and animation, adding a touch of personalization to your driving experience.
iDrive Start Logo and Animation:
- iDrive Start Logo: Choose from a variety of start-up logos, including BMW Connected Drive versions, M Performance, Alpina Tuning, BMW i, BMW (various colors), Mini, Rolls-Royce, and even a BMW Christmas logo. (NBT module coding)
- iDrive Start Animation: Select whether the start logo is displayed with animation, without animation, or replaced by a black screen, customizing the start-up visual sequence. (NBT module coding)
Tailor iDrive Functionality with BMW F10 iDrive Menus
The Carly OBD scanner offers extensive coding options to customize the menus and features within your BMW F10’s iDrive system, tailoring the infotainment interface to your preferences and needs.
iDrive Menu Customization:
- Audible Confirmation Menu: Enable an audible confirmation menu in iDrive for locking and unlocking actions (requires FZD module). (CIC module coding)
- Sport Mode Configurable in iDrive: (Covered in Drive Dynamics Functions).
- Tire Pressure Menu with Temperature: Display tire temperature alongside pressure in the iDrive tire pressure menu (requires tire pressure sensors). (CIC module coding)
- Message Length While Driving: Adjust the length of messages displayed from office functions (e.g., SMS) while driving, controlling information display while in motion. (CIC module coding)
- Sport Display: Enable the sport display for power and torque in the “Vehicle information” menu (may not function on all engines, especially diesels). (CIC module coding)
- Sport Display – Units Menu: Enable an iDrive menu to change units for the sport display (e.g., hp/kW, Nm/lb-ft). (CIC module coding)
- Gear Shift Indicator Menu: Enable an iDrive menu to control the gear shift indicator visibility (may not function on all automatic transmissions). (CIC module coding)
- Phone Contacts in iDrive “Office” Menu: Display phone contacts alongside car-stored contacts in the iDrive “Office” menu, consolidating contact access. (NBT module coding)
- Volume Popup: Enable a volume popup display in iDrive when adjusting volume, providing visual volume feedback. (NBT module coding)
- Sport Display – Color: Change the color of the sport display (e.g., red for M models, orange). (NBT module coding)
- Tire Pressure Menu in iDrive: Display the tire pressure menu in iDrive with pressure and optional temperature (requires tire pressure sensors). (NBT module coding)
- Messages While Driving: Enable display of messages from office functions (e.g., SMS) while driving. (NBT module coding)
Customize Instrument Cluster Display with BMW F10 Instrument Cluster Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides a range of coding options to personalize the information displayed in your BMW F10’s instrument cluster, enhancing driver information and visual preferences.
Instrument Cluster Display Options:
- Digital Speedometer: (Covered in Display Coding Functions).
- “Corrected” Speedometer: Choose between the default “corrected” speedometer display (slightly higher than actual speed) and the true vehicle speed (not for US models). (KOMBI module coding)
- Blank Information Display: Enable or disable the brief blank display in the dashboard when cycling through information displays with the BC button, streamlining information transitions. (KOMBI module coding)
- Cruise Control Speed Display Duration: Select the display duration (3 or 5 seconds) for the set cruise control speed in the onboard computer, or disable the display entirely. (KOMBI module coding)
- Date in Dashboard: (Covered in Clock and Date Coding).
- GPS Time Correction: (Covered in Clock and Date Coding).
Adjust Interior Lighting Behavior with BMW F10 Interior Lighting Coding
The Carly OBD scanner allows you to adjust interior lighting behavior in your BMW F10, enhancing the ambiance and convenience of your vehicle’s interior.
Interior Lighting Control:
- Interior Lighting After Switching Off: Enable automatic activation of interior lights when the ignition is turned off after driving with headlights on, improving visibility when exiting the vehicle at night. (FRM module coding)
Optimize Climate Control with BMW F10 Air Conditioner Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to customize the behavior of your BMW F10’s air conditioning system, tailoring climate control to your preferences and efficiency needs.
Air Conditioner Settings:
- Off-Mode Memory: Save the “Off-Mode” setting for the air conditioner, retaining your preferred on/off state across vehicle restarts. (IHKA module coding)
- Save Recirculation Settings: Retain recirculation settings for the next vehicle start, maintaining your preferred air recirculation mode. (IHKA module coding)
- Automatic Compressor Control (Auto Button): Disable automatic air conditioning compressor activation when pressing the “automatic” button, giving you more control over compressor operation. (IHKA module coding)
- Automatic Compressor Control (Recirculation Button): Disable automatic compressor activation when pressing the “recirculation” button, providing finer control over compressor use during recirculation. (IHKA module coding)
- Automatic Reset to Fresh Air: Configure the recirculation mode to automatically switch to fresh air after a set time, preventing prolonged recirculation and potential air quality issues. (IHKA module coding)
Control Legal Notice Displays with BMW F10 Legal Notice Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to manage the display of legal notices in your BMW F10’s iDrive system, customizing their appearance and frequency.
Legal Notice Options:
- Legal Notice (US): Control the display of the US legal notice at iDrive start-up, allowing you to enable it for non-US models, disable it, or set it to always display. (CIC module coding)
- Camera Disclaimer (Rear View Camera): Control the display of the legal disclaimer for the rear view camera, offering on/off/permanent display options. (CIC module coding)
- Night Vision Disclaimer: Manage the display of the legal disclaimer for the night vision camera, with on/off/permanent display choices. (CIC module coding)
Customize Locking and Comfort Locking with BMW F10 Lock Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner offers a comprehensive suite of coding options to customize locking and comfort locking features in your BMW F10, enhancing security and convenience.
Locking and Unlocking Behavior:
- Lock Vehicle at x km/h: Enable automatic vehicle locking at a set speed threshold, enhancing security while driving. (CAS module coding)
- Threshold Speed for Vehicle Locking: Set the specific speed threshold for automatic door locking. (CAS module coding)
- Lock Vehicle at x km/h Only Once: Configure automatic locking to occur only the first time the set speed is reached, preventing repeated locking events. (CAS module coding)
- Comfort Closing of Windows Simultaneously: (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Comfort Closing Delay (Mirror): (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Locking Tailgate When Vehicle Locked: Prevent tailgate unlocking when the vehicle is locked, enhancing cargo security. (CAS module coding)
- Automatic Vehicle Locking Duration: Set the time duration after which the vehicle automatically locks if no doors or windows have been opened after unlocking. (CAS module coding)
- Comfort Closing of Sunroof Immediately: (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Comfort Lock with Remote Control: (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Comfort Locking – Door Handle (Comfort Access): (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
Acoustic and Optical Confirmation:
- Acoustic Confirmation After Complete Closing: Enable or disable an audible confirmation sound upon vehicle locking. (FZD module coding)
- Optical Confirmation – Vehicle Locking: Enable or disable optical (turn signal flashing) confirmation upon vehicle locking. (FZD module coding)
- Optical Confirmation After Complete Closing: Enable or disable optical confirmation after complete vehicle closing. (FZD module coding)
- Optical Confirmation – Tailgate: Enable optical confirmation when the tailgate is closed while the car is locked. (FZD module coding)
- Audible Confirmation – Vehicle Locking: Enable or disable audible confirmation upon vehicle locking. (FZD module coding)
Enhance Mirror Functionality with BMW F10 Mirror Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to customize the behavior of your BMW F10’s side mirrors, enhancing convenience and safety in various driving situations.
Mirror Control Options:
- Convenient Folding of Side Mirrors: Enable automatic mirror folding/unfolding by holding the lock/unlock button on the remote control. (FRM module coding)
- Auto Unfold Mirrors Speed: Set the speed at which folded mirrors automatically unfold, enhancing visibility upon reaching a certain speed. (FRM module coding)
- Mirror Tilt Function: Enable or disable mirror tilt functions, which can automatically angle the passenger-side mirror downwards when reversing for better curb visibility. (FRM module coding)
- Tilting Mirror When Reversing: Activate passenger-side mirror tilting when reverse gear is engaged (requires “mirror tilt” function to be enabled and mirror switch set to driver’s side). (FRM module coding)
- Mirror Tilt Angle When Reversing: Set the degree of mirror tilt when reversing. (FRM module coding)
- Maximum Speed for Mirror Folding: Define the maximum speed at which mirror folding is possible, preventing accidental folding at high speeds. (FRM module coding)
- Mirror Folding When Hazard Warning Lights On: Enable mirror folding via comfort locking even when hazard warning lights are active, useful in emergency situations. (FRM module coding)
Optimize Navigation Experience with BMW F10 Navigation Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner offers coding options to enhance your BMW F10’s navigation system, providing additional features and information for optimized route guidance and driving convenience.
Navigation Feature Enhancements:
- Fuel Stop Suggestion for Navigation: Display fuel stop suggestions along your route in the Route Info menu when navigation is active, aiding in fuel planning. (CIC module coding)
- Route Info Display: Enable the Route Info menu, which displays the current turn instruction from the navigation system, providing quick access to upcoming directions. (CIC module coding)
- Geocoordinates in Navigation: Display geocoordinates (latitude and longitude) in the navigation menu, useful for precise location information. (CIC module coding)
- Navigation While Updating: Allow navigation system use even while maps are being updated, preventing interruption during map updates. (CIC module coding)
- Arrow View in Main Window: Enable arrow view navigation display in the main window, not just the split-screen window, maximizing navigation visibility. (CIC module coding)
- Current Position in Navigation Menu: Display an option to show your current position in the navigation menu, providing easy access to location information. (CIC module coding)
- Range Map: Enable the range map as a possible map view in the main window, visualizing your vehicle’s driving range. (NBT module coding)
- Route Magnet: Display the route magnet as a route recalculation method, offering an alternative route planning option. (NBT module coding)
- Route Preview: Enable the Route Preview menu (also known as “route simulator”), allowing you to preview your route before starting navigation. Requires enabling “Route Preview – Supplement” as well. (NBT module coding)
- Route Preview – Supplement: Enable additional features for the Route Preview function, enhancing route simulation capabilities. (NBT module coding)
Customize Vehicle Opening Behavior with BMW F10 Vehicle Open Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to customize how your BMW F10 opens and unlocks, enhancing convenience and personalization.
Vehicle Opening Options:
- Unlock Car When Switched Off: Automatically unlock doors when the ignition key is ejected (only works if “Vehicle at x km/h key 1-4” is active). (CAS module coding)
- Open Sunroof Immediately During Comfort Opening: (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Windows Open Simultaneously for Comfort: (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Comfort Opening with Remote Control: (Covered in Comfort Functions Coding).
- Close Window After Easy Entry: (Covered in Easy Entry Coding Functions).
- Easy Entry Every Time Door Opened: (Covered in Easy Entry Coding Functions).
- Easy Entry Window Lowering: (Covered in Easy Entry Coding Functions).
- Optical Confirmation – Unlocking Vehicle: Enable or disable optical (turn signal flashing) confirmation upon vehicle unlocking. (FZD module coding)
- Acoustic Confirmation – Unlocking Vehicle: Enable or disable audible confirmation upon vehicle unlocking. (FZD module coding)
Optimize Parking Assistance with BMW F10 Parking Distance Control (PDC) Coding
The Carly OBD scanner offers coding options to customize your BMW F10’s Parking Distance Control (PDC) system, tailoring its display, volume, and activation behavior for enhanced parking assistance.
PDC Customization Options:
- PDC View: Choose between vertical (F models) and horizontal (E models) PDC display view in iDrive, adjusting the visual presentation of parking sensor data. (CIC module coding)
- PDC in Reverse: Activate PDC as soon as the car begins rolling backwards, providing early parking assistance when reversing. (PDC module coding)
- Front/Rear Warning Volume: Adjust the volume of the front and rear PDC warning sounds independently, customizing audio feedback levels. (PDC module coding)
- PDC Deactivation – Distance/Speed Limit: Configure PDC to automatically deactivate after a set distance is driven forward or when a set speed is exceeded, preventing unnecessary PDC activation at higher speeds. (PDC module coding)
- Rear View Camera Shutdown – Distance/Speed Limit: Similarly, set distance and speed limits for automatic rear view camera deactivation, controlling camera operation based on driving conditions. (PDC module coding)
Customize Power Window Behavior with BMW F10 Electric Window Coding
The Carly OBD scanner provides coding options to customize the behavior of your BMW F10’s power windows, enhancing convenience and integration with other vehicle functions.
Power Window Control:
- Continue Window Action When Door Opened: Allow power window operation to continue even if the door is opened while the window is moving, preventing interruption of window movement. (FRM module coding)
- Close Window After Easy Entry: (Covered in Easy Entry Coding Functions).
- Activate Easy Entry Every Time Door Opened: (Covered in Easy Entry Coding Functions).
- Easy Entry Window Lowering: (Covered in Easy Entry Coding Functions).
Fine-tune Rain Sensor Sensitivity with BMW F10 Rain Light Sensor Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to adjust the sensitivity of your BMW F10’s rain and light sensor, tailoring the automatic wiper and headlight activation to your preferences and environmental conditions.
Rain Sensor Sensitivity Levels:
- Rain-Light Sensor Sensitivity: Set the rain-light sensor sensitivity level to “Very sensitive,” “sensitive,” “normal,” or “insensitive,” adjusting the threshold for automatic wiper and headlight activation based on rain and light conditions. (JBBF module coding)
Personalize Seat Comfort with BMW F10 Seats Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to customize seat-related features in your BMW F10, enhancing seat comfort and convenience.
Seat Feature Customization:
- Seat Heater Memory: Save the current seat heater setting when the engine is turned off, retaining your preferred heating level for subsequent drives. Options include “off,” “15 minutes,” “24 hours,” and “permanent.” (SM_FA module coding)
- Easy Entry/Exit Assist (Lumbar Support): Enable automatic lumbar support adjustment during entry and exit, making ingress and egress easier. Options include “off,” “Driver,” and “Passenger.” (SM_FA module coding)
- Save Seat Position Confirmation Chime: Enable or disable a short chime sound when saving seat positions using memory keys, providing auditory feedback for seat memory operation. (SM_FA module coding)
- Heated Seats Temperature Levels: Customize the temperature levels for seat and armrest heating at different heating levels (1, 2, and 3) for both front and rear seats, allowing fine-tuning of seat heating intensity. (JBBF module coding)
Calibrate Speedometer Display with BMW F10 Speedometer Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to customize the display of speed information in your BMW F10’s speedometer, adjusting visual presentation and accuracy preferences.
Speedometer Display Options:
- Digital Speedometer: (Covered in Display Coding Functions).
- “Corrected” Speedometer: (Covered in Instrument Cluster Coding).
- Digital Speed Display Units: (Covered in Display Coding Functions).
Optimize Spoiler Behavior with BMW F10 Spoiler Coding
The Carly OBD scanner provides coding options to customize the automatic spoiler deployment behavior of your BMW F10, optimizing aerodynamic performance and visual aesthetics.
Spoiler Deployment Settings:
- Lifting Speed for Spoiler: Change the vehicle speed at which the spoiler automatically raises. Lifting speed must be higher than lowering speed. Options include 55 km/h / 35 mph, 75 km/h / 50 mph, 95 km/h / 60 mph, and 110 km/h / 70 mph. (HKL2 module coding)
- Lowering Speed for Spoiler: Change the speed at which the spoiler automatically lowers. Lowering speed must be lower than lifting speed. Options include 50 km/h / 31 mph, 70 km/h / 45 mph, and 90 km/h / 55 mph. A two-part setting controls lowering speed. (HKL2 module coding)
Personalize Sport Display Units and Color with BMW F10 Sport Display Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner offers coding options to customize the units and color scheme of your BMW F10’s Sport Display, enhancing the visual presentation of performance data in iDrive.
Sport Display Customization:
- Sport Display – Power Unit: Change the power unit displayed in the Sport Display (hp or kW). (KOMBI module coding)
- Sport Display – Torque Unit: Change the torque unit displayed in the Sport Display (Nm, lb ft, or kgm). (KOMBI module coding)
- Activate/Deactivate Sport Display: Enable or disable the Sport Display for power and torque in the Vehicle Information menu (may not function on all engines). (CIC module coding)
- Sport Display – Show Units Menu: Enable an iDrive menu to change units for the Sport Display. (CIC module coding)
- Sport Display – Color: Change the color of the Sport Display (red or orange). (NBT module coding)
Customize Tailgate Operation with BMW F10 Tailgate – Trunk Lid Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to customize the operation of your BMW F10’s tailgate or trunk lid, enhancing convenience and security.
Tailgate Control Options:
- Visual Confirmation – Tailgate: Enable visual confirmation (indicator flashing) when the tailgate is closed while the vehicle is locked (requires Comfort Access). (FZD module coding)
- Close Trunk with Key Fob: Enable trunk/tailgate closing via the key fob (requires electronic tailgate closing button). Requires enabling “Close trunk with key fob – add-on” as well. (HVAC module coding)
- Close Trunk with Footwell Switch: Enable trunk/tailgate closing via the interior switch in the footwell (requires electronic tailgate closing button). (HVAC module coding)
- Close Trunk with Key Fob – Add-on: Additional setting required for “Close trunk with key fob” functionality. (HVAC module coding)
Adjust Fuel Tank Warning Thresholds with BMW F10 Tank Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to customize the low fuel warning thresholds in your BMW F10, tailoring fuel range alerts to your driving habits and preferences.
Fuel Warning Thresholds:
- Low Range Warning Threshold: Change the fuel range warning threshold for low fuel level. Options include off, various kilometer/mileage values. (KOMBI module coding)
- Fuel Reserve Warning Threshold: Change the fuel reserve warning threshold for low fuel level. Options include off, various kilometer/mileage values. (KOMBI module coding)
Enhance Phone Integration with BMW F10 Phone Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to enhance the integration and functionality of your phone with your BMW F10’s infotainment system.
Phone Feature Customization:
- Call History in HUD: Display recent call history in the Head-Up Display. (KOMBI module coding)
- Phone Contacts in HUD: Display phone contacts in the Head-Up Display. (KOMBI module coding)
- Ringtone Selection: Choose between BMW or Mini ringtones for incoming calls. To use your phone ringtone, enable “Use phone ringtone.” (CIC module coding)
- Use Phone Ringtone: Play your phone’s custom ringtone through the car’s speakers for incoming calls. (CIC module coding)
- Message Length While Driving: (Covered in iDrive Menus coding).
- Phone Contacts in iDrive “Office” Menu: (Covered in iDrive Menus coding).
- Siri Eyes-Free Button: Activate Siri Eyes-Free functionality by pressing and holding the voice command button on the steering wheel (iOS devices only). (NBT module coding)
- Messages While Driving: (Covered in iDrive Menus coding).
- Number of Addresses/Messages to Save: Set the maximum number of messages/addresses that can be stored in the car. (COMBOX module coding)
Control Tire Pressure Monitoring System with BMW F10 Tire Pressure Monitoring Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to control the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in your BMW F10, enabling or disabling the system.
TPMS Control:
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System: Enable or disable the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Note: This coding cannot retrofit TPMS to vehicles not originally equipped. (KOMBI module coding)
Customize Tire Pressure Display with BMW F10 Tire Coding
The Carly OBD scanner provides coding options to customize the display of tire pressure and temperature information in your BMW F10’s iDrive system.
Tire Pressure Display Options:
- Tire Pressure Menu in iDrive: Display the tire pressure menu in iDrive with pressure and optional temperature readings. Requires tire pressure sensors to be installed. (NBT module coding)
Personalize Turn Signal Behavior with BMW F10 Turn Signal Coding
The Carly OBD scanner offers a range of coding options to personalize the behavior of your BMW F10’s turn signals, customizing visual feedback and one-touch functionality.
Turn Signal Customization:
- Turn Signal in Head-Up Display: (Covered in Head-Up Display Coding).
- Turn Signals in Head-Up Display – Supplement: Additional setting for “Turn Signal in Head-Up Display” functionality. (KOMBI module coding)
- One-Touch Turn Signal Function: Set the number of flashes (1 or 3) for the one-touch turn signal feature. May require activation in iDrive as well. (FRM module coding)
- Turn Signal Menu in iDrive: Enable an iDrive menu to control turn signal and hazard warning light display in the Head-Up Display. (CIC module coding)
- Optical Confirmation – Unlock/Lock Vehicle: (Covered in Lock Coding).
- Alarm with Flashers: Enable turn signal flashing when the alarm is triggered. (FZD module coding)
Enable Video Playback While Driving with BMW F10 Video Motion Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to enable video playback while driving in your BMW F10, unlocking access to video entertainment while in motion (subject to legal restrictions and safety considerations).
Video-in-Motion Options:
- Video in Motion: Enable video and DVD playback while driving. Requires enabling three separate “Video in Motion” settings and disabling “Video with handbrake only” if applicable. (CIC module coding)
- Video in Motion Menu: Enable an iDrive menu to control video-in-motion functionality. (NBT module coding)
- Video Only with Handbrake: Restrict video playback to when the handbrake is engaged. (NBT module coding)
- Video Format Support: Enable playback of various video formats. (NBT module coding)
- DVD Menu Button During Playback: Change the “Title List” button to a “DVD Menu” button during DVD playback, providing direct access to DVD menus. (NBT module coding)
- Video Playback via USB/iPhone: Enable video playback from USB drives and iPhones (iPhone playback via snap-in adapter only). (NBT module coding)
Manage Voltage Monitoring with BMW F10 Voltage Monitoring Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner provides coding options to manage voltage monitoring for various lighting components in your BMW F10, potentially resolving issues with LED flickering caused by voltage monitoring systems.
Voltage Monitoring Control:
- Voltage Monitoring (Various Lights): Disable voltage monitoring for individual lights such as low beams, high beams, Angel Eyes, turn signals, fog lights, parking lights, reversing lights, brake lights, and license plate lights. Disabling voltage monitoring for LED lights can prevent flickering. (FRM module coding)
Customize Warning Messages with BMW F10 Warning Messages Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner allows you to customize various warning messages and reminders in your BMW F10, tailoring alerts to your preferences and driving style.
Warning Message Options:
- Range Warning Threshold: (Covered in Tank Coding).
- Fuel Reserve Warning Threshold: (Covered in Tank Coding).
- Temperature Warning: Enable or disable the warning for outdoor temperatures below 4°C / 39°F. (KOMBI module coding)
- Reverse Gear Chime: Activate or deactivate the reverse gear chime sound. (KOMBI module coding)
- Seat Belt Reminder (Driver/Passenger/Rear): Control seat belt reminders for driver, front passenger, and rear seats, including distance, speed, duration, and unbuckling alerts. (CSM module coding)
- Seat Belt Status Display (Driver/Passenger/Rear): Enable or disable the display of seat belt status (buckled/unbuckled) for driver, passenger, and rear seats in the dashboard. (CSM module coding)
Personalize Welcome Lights with BMW F10 Welcome Light Coding
The Carly OBD Scanner offers extensive coding options to customize your BMW F10’s welcome lights, tailoring the lighting sequence and component activation to your preferences.
Welcome Light Customization:
- Welcome Lights – Light Switch Position: Select light switch positions (off, A, or A and 2) that trigger welcome lights. (FRM module coding)
- Duration of Welcome Lights: Set the duration of welcome lights (10s, 20s, 40s, 90s, 150s, or 240s). (FRM module coding)
- Welcome Lights – Low Beam/Parking Lights/High Beam/Fog Lights/License Plate Lights/Tail Lights/Rear Parking Lights: Select the lighting behavior (soft on, soft on (LED), or hard on) for each light component during the welcome light sequence, allowing fine-grained control over welcome light appearance. (FRM module coding)
With the Carly app and OBD scanner, you have unprecedented control over your BMW F10. Unlock a new level of personalization and optimize your driving experience today.