Hi,
The First warning I got in my ride (Ref: X5 E70 08) since I bought it was the sweet "SOS Call System Failure". I was surprised what could be and then I started to check over the internet to get keen into it.
After 1 week of Research this is what I found and thought it could be benefit to have it shared:
1- For sure, the TCU is Faulty (Telematics Control Unit)
The TCU controls :-
Bluetooth
BMW Assist
BMW Online
Remote functions ie remote door locking, remote heating / AC control etc.
Teleservices
SOS emergency call :unsure:
2- The Best Scenario I could have done to go directly and get the TCU Changed (Located of the Left Corner of my Trunk)
3- What I did instead, I took a decision to have it solved as I am a DIY Person :thumbsup2:
I have searched over the internet and get my coded to disable the SOS Emergency Call Option so I got rid of this option and got all the other above options available and for sure "SAVE Some Bucks" as this is added value of a DIY Procedure.
What you need is :(Further Details can be posted if needed by anyone of the forum)
1- INPA & NCSExpert Coding Tools
2- Windows XP Mode
3- INPA Compatible OBD2 Cable
4- NCSDUMMY Software (as the software in German, to translate to codes to English)
4- User Manuals to get the concept
Finally, once your familiar into this, the SKY is the limit on what options you could have in your car.
NOTE: DIY is at your full responsibility as this task is sensitive, any wrong move could ruin things instead of fixing it.
Thanks and Good Luck.
The First warning I got in my ride (Ref: X5 E70 08) since I bought it was the sweet "SOS Call System Failure". I was surprised what could be and then I started to check over the internet to get keen into it.
After 1 week of Research this is what I found and thought it could be benefit to have it shared:
1- For sure, the TCU is Faulty (Telematics Control Unit)
The TCU controls :-
Bluetooth
BMW Assist
BMW Online
Remote functions ie remote door locking, remote heating / AC control etc.
Teleservices
SOS emergency call :unsure:
2- The Best Scenario I could have done to go directly and get the TCU Changed (Located of the Left Corner of my Trunk)
3- What I did instead, I took a decision to have it solved as I am a DIY Person :thumbsup2:
I have searched over the internet and get my coded to disable the SOS Emergency Call Option so I got rid of this option and got all the other above options available and for sure "SAVE Some Bucks" as this is added value of a DIY Procedure.
What you need is :(Further Details can be posted if needed by anyone of the forum)
1- INPA & NCSExpert Coding Tools
2- Windows XP Mode
3- INPA Compatible OBD2 Cable
4- NCSDUMMY Software (as the software in German, to translate to codes to English)
4- User Manuals to get the concept
Finally, once your familiar into this, the SKY is the limit on what options you could have in your car.
NOTE: DIY is at your full responsibility as this task is sensitive, any wrong move could ruin things instead of fixing it.
Thanks and Good Luck.
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