- Codeable settings
- 6
- Chassis
- E81 · E82 · E87 · E88 · E90 · E91 · E92 · E93
- Sections
- Panic Alarm, Acoustical Confirmation, Alarm System
- Definition versions
- 2
The CarCoding app connects to your BMW via an ELM327 BLE OBD2 adapter to access the Anti-theft alarm system coding unit. This unit manages acoustical confirmation and the alarm system, offering 6 codable settings across 2 versions. It is compatible with chassis codes such as E81, E82, E87, E88, E90, E91, E92, and E93.
Users can modify specific alarm behaviors within the Panic Alarm, Acoustical Confirmation, and Alarm System sections. Example settings include Panic alarm, Acoustical lock/unlock confirmation, Alarm with high beam, Alarm hazard flasher, Alarm duration, and Alarm sound.
Alarm System
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Alarm with high beam | The high beam is turned on when the alarm is triggered. |
| Alarm hazard flasher | The hazard flasher is turned on when the alarm is triggered. |
| Alarm duration | The duration of the alarm. |
| Alarm sound | The alarm sound that is played when the alarm is triggered. |
Acoustical Confirmation
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Acoustical lock/unlock confirmation | Enable/disable the acoustical confirmation when the car is locked/unlocked. |
Panic Alarm
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Panic alarm | Trigger the panic alarm when the button to open the trunk on the remote control is pressed and held. Please note that this requires additional options to be activated in the “Car Access System” if necessary. |
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Frequently asked questions
What can be coded in the BMW Anti-theft alarm system unit?
CarCoding defines 6 codeable settings for this unit; examples: Panic alarm, Acoustical lock/unlock confirmation, Alarm with high beam, Alarm hazard flasher, Alarm duration, Alarm sound.
Which BMWs have the Anti-theft alarm system unit?
Chassis codes: E81 · E82 · E87 · E88 · E90 · E91 · E92 · E93.
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.
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