- Model years
- 2004–2013
- Engine options
- 7
- Coding modules
- 11
- Codeable settings
- 185
- Make-wide fault codes
- 85,610
CarCoding supports the BMW 1 Series (E87/E81/E82/E88) from 2004 to 2013. The app works with an ELM327 BLE OBD2 adapter on iPhone and Android. It accesses 11 coding modules and reads 85610 manufacturer fault code definitions.
You can modify 185 codable settings. Examples include Doors Windows, Us Sidemarker, Indicator, Coming Home, Welcome Light, Check Control, Mirrors, Flasher, Lighting, and Interior Lighting.
Supported coding modules
BMW coding definitions are matched by chassis code. 11 units and 185 settings are defined for E81 · E82 · E87 · E88.
Body and comfort
- Car Access System31 settingsKey, Comfort Opening Closing, Doors Windows, Theft Prevention, Lighting, Panic Alarm, Battery
- Air Conditioning4 settingsAir Conditioning, Start Stop Function
Instrument cluster
Safety and driver assistance
- Anti-theft alarm system6 settingsPanic Alarm, Acoustical Confirmation, Alarm System
- Airbag Control Unit3 settingsSeat Belt Reminder
Other modules
- Footwell Module98 settingsDoors Windows, Us Sidemarker, Indicator, Coming Home, Welcome Light, Check Control, Mirrors, Flasher, Lighting, Interior Lighting, Tagfahrlicht, Angel Eyes, Led Conversion, Gurtbringer, Voltage Monitoring
- Junction Box Passenger17 settingsWipe Wash, Headlight Cleaning, Mirrors
- Headunit10 settingsVideo, Daytime Running Lights, Head-up display, Park Distance Control, Acoustical Confirmation, Legal Disclaimers, Audio, Display
- Headunit2 settingsVideo, Legal Disclaimers
- Convertible Top Module1 settingConvertible Top
- Combox1 settingAudio
Engine options
- 116i 1.6 Petrol 122HP
- 118i 2.0 Petrol 143HP
- 120i 2.0 Petrol 170HP
- 135i 3.0 Turbo 340HP
- 116d 1.6 Diesel 116HP
- 118d 2.0 Diesel 143HP
- 123d 2.0 Diesel 177HP
Fault codes for this make
There are 85,610 manufacturer fault code descriptions for BMW · Mini · Rolls-Royce. Open a code block and read what your code means.
- 0301,000
- 0311,000
- 21F1,000
- 2221,000
- 2231,000
- 223-21,000
- 4801,000
- 480-21,000
- 4821,000
- 8011,000
- 8021,000
- 8031,000
Frequently asked questions
Which app can do ECU coding on the BMW 1 Series (E87/E81/E82/E88)?
CarCoding does ECU coding on the BMW 1 Series (E87/E81/E82/E88) (2004–2013) from your phone: 185 codeable settings are defined across 11 modules; example settings: Doors Windows, Us Sidemarker, Indicator, Coming Home, Welcome Light, Check Control. An ELM327-based OBD2 adapter with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is all you need; the app runs on iPhone and Android and is free to download.
Can I read fault codes on the BMW 1 Series (E87/E81/E82/E88)?
Yes. Besides standard OBD2 engine codes there are 85,610 manufacturer fault code descriptions for this make group; you can read and clear them.
Which adapter do I need?
An ELM327-based OBD2 adapter with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) is all you need; the app runs on iPhone and Android and is free to download.
How do I start?
- Plug an ELM327-compatible OBD2 adapter into the car.
- Open CarCoding and connect to the adapter over Bluetooth.
- Pick the make and model — or let the VIN identify it.
- Read fault codes; on supported vehicles, open the module settings.
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Get CarCoding
Connect your ELM327 adapter, read fault codes, and browse module settings on supported vehicles.
The app is free to download.