- Codeable settings
- 4
- Sections
- Auto Start Stop function, Battery
- Definition versions
- 2
The CarCoding app connects to your BMW via an ELM327 BLE OBD2 adapter to access the Engine Control Unit. This unit manages the Auto Start Stop function and is found in F/G series vehicles, where it is read from the car via SVK. The app supports 2 versions of this unit.
CarCoding allows you to modify 4 settings within the Auto Start Stop function and Battery sections. You can adjust the Auto Start Stop function memory, the Auto Start Stop function itself, battery capacity, and battery type.
Battery
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | The capacity of the 12 V battery. Please note that this value must only be modified if the battery in the car has been replaced. After coding, the battery replacement has to be registered using “BimmerLink” additionally. |
| Battery type | The type of the 12 V battery. Please note that this value must only be modified if the battery in the car has been replaced. After coding, the battery replacement has to be registered using “BimmerLink” additionally. |
Auto Start Stop function
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Auto Start Stop function memory | Save the last used Auto Start Stop function setting for the next start of the car. Please note that the Auto Start Stop function is automatically activated again in ECO PRO driving mode. |
| Auto Start Stop function | Enable/disable the Auto Start Stop function. |
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Frequently asked questions
What can be coded in the BMW Engine Control Unit unit?
CarCoding defines 4 codeable settings for this unit; examples: Auto Start Stop function memory, Auto Start Stop function, Battery capacity, Battery type.
Which BMWs have the Engine Control Unit unit?
On F and G series the unit is read from the car via SVK; whether your car has it depends on its equipment.
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.
Get CarCoding
Connect your ELM327 adapter, read fault codes, and browse module settings on supported vehicles.
The app is free to download.