Model-specific. Difficulty-rated. Every step labeled with the actual CAFD parameter name — not a vague screenshot of a forum thread.
Code out BMW's automatic engine stop-start so it stays off by default — no more pressing the button every time you start the car. BDC module, one parameter change.
Unlock the large digital speed readout hidden inside the G-series instrument cluster. The hardware is already there — activate it via the KOMBI module in Expert Mode.
Enable video playback on the NBT/NBT Evo headunit while driving, and disable the seatbelt chime. Two separate modules, both documented here.
Auto-fold side mirrors when locking, auto-unfold when unlocking. Covers both F-series (FEM_BODY) and G-series (BDC). Requires electric folding mirrors.
Activate footwell lighting, door ambient zones, and the full ambient light system on cars where the hardware exists but the feature is disabled from factory.
Prevent DRLs from dimming when parking lights are on. Keeps LED rings at full brightness regardless of light switch position, via FEM_BODY TFL parameters.
Crank up the LED ring brightness and activate fog lamp welcome lights using FEM_BODY CAFD parameters. Requires factory LED or Xenon headlamps.
Program heated seats to activate automatically when ambient temperature drops below a set threshold. No button press needed on cold mornings. Via IHKA module.
Automatically tilt the passenger mirror down to show the curb when you shift into reverse. A factory feature on higher trims, enabled via coding on any car with power mirrors.
After swapping in LCI rear lights, code out the check control errors and configure the FRM module to recognize the new hardware. Without it you'll have dash warnings and erratic blinkers.
Unlock Sport+ driving mode and change the power/torque gauge color scheme from BMW amber to M Performance red/silver via BDC and KOMBI module coding.
Keep the S55's exhaust valve open in all modes by coding the ASDM module. Eliminates the throttled-back sound in Comfort mode without touching the exhaust hardware.
Step-by-step iDrive setup for Launch Control on the G8x S58. Includes optional ASDM coding to adjust the LC engagement RPM setpoint from the factory 3,000 RPM.