Posted by jpluimers on 2021/09/16
For my link archive: E46, INPA and NCS Expert videos.
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- [WayBack] NCS Dummy – Taking the expert out of NCS Expert
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Nice video! But since i do code several vehicles per week for different customers, i would like to point a few things out. 1st. For people who don’t know anything about coding: The central coding key (ZCS) or vehicle order(FA or VO) is like the DNA of the car. The build date, basic equipment and optional equipment are listed inside here. It’s saved redundant in 2 modules and has one simple funcion.. The computer that’s going to program or code the module(s) reads it and then determines how to deploy the software/coding to suit that specific car. 2nd. Because of the vehicle order only being changed for manual transmission, you should only code the relevant module(s) after you write the FA to the modules storing it, so in this case you should have only coded the kombi (AKMB) instead of the whole car and you would be all set. Processing the whole car can be quite dangerous. As failure to communicate with a module during coding actually can destroy a module.. ask me how i know ;) Because of that you should only code modules that actually need to be coded and leave the rest alone, to reduce the risk :) 3rd. Just leave the car running while coding, you won’t hurt anything ;) If battery voltage dips too hard it might cause communication problems and the consequences of that can be really bad for your module. 4th. Regarding the E46ZST file… There are 2 types reference files actually, one E46AT and one E46ZST. If your car has a central coding key (ZCS) , use the E46ZST file for reference of what to add or distract from the strings. If your car has a vehicle order, use the E46AT file. Within the AT file, the options will be listed, and the option codes to add will be in front of the description in the following format: Wxxx , in which case you should enter it like this in NCS expert: $xxx The newer chassis that only have a vehicle order will only have a ExxAT file in the DATEN folder. Lastly, You should (in theory) also program (not coding, flashing the module actually) the DME after a manual swap. You could do this by any programming tool of choice like WINKFP, ISTA /P or an external scan tool with module programming capability. The reason for this is that the software for an AT DME is different to that of a MT. The software in the DME for an AT actually retards the timing a little bit when the transmission should shift, thus reducing torque and enhancing the life of the clutches inside your transmission. Don’t feel offended by my criticism, I really do like all of your videos and i myself learned quite a bit from them! Keep up the good work man ;) If you ever need help with coding or programming any BMW, old or new, feel free to contact me. I love helping the BMW community :) Greetings from Belgium!
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Posted by jpluimers on 2020/12/28
Heating the M54B22 engine of the BMW E46 320i can be done with this set of parts of [Archive.is] Engine heaters • DEFA:
BMW 320 i (2001-)
- Engine heater
- Engine heater
- 411869
- Mounting time
- >1.5t
- Power Cable Kit
- 460762
- Connecting kit
- 460785
Parts of the set:
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Posted by jpluimers on 2019/09/06
When the internal air temperature sensor becomes dirty over time, heating/airconditioning either thinks it is too warm or too cold inside then over-cools or over-heats.
Cleaning the internal air temperature sensor is simple:
It is behind the little slots on the front of the HVAC control, which has a fan that draws air across the sensor. It can clog up with dirt and need to be cleaned with some compressed air.
If more fails, you can replace it with a more modern unit, see the pictures below that are from [WayBack] Guide To Your BMW E46 HVAC Automatic Climate Control Upgrade by delmarco | DIY
Guide To Your BMW E46 HVAC Automatic Climate Control Upgrade Compliments of delmarco @ http://www.bimmerfest.com Starting during the production month/year of 03/2003 BMW Redesigned the Automatic HVAC Climate Control in the E46 cabin.
Via:
–jeroen
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Posted by jpluimers on 2019/09/06
No AUX possibility:
AUX possibility:
For the Alpine and VDO models, also check the below tables that I copied from those pages:
Siemens VDO:
| Date / Model number letters |
<= 10-2002 |
> 10-2002 to 07-2004 |
> 07-2004 |
| PH |
CD |
CD |
CD, AUX |
| VD |
n/a |
CD, AUX, CD MP3 |
CD, AUX, CD MP3 |
Alpine:
| Last three digits of part number: |
241, 711, 072, 963 |
902, 903, 505, 506 |
429, 430, 215 |
| features: |
CD |
CD, AUX |
CD, AUX, CD MP3 |
Further reading: [WayBack] Guide to Buying E46 BMW Business CD53 Alpine Radios that play MP3 Data CDs!
–jeroen
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Posted by jpluimers on 2019/01/14
Two videos that show how to cut open the E46 diamond shaped car key to replace the battery are below.
Far cheaper than a ~ EUR 200 replacement key: [Archive.is] what did you pay for your E46 diamond key replacement? – E46Fanatics
Parts needed:
- Panasonic VL2020 Akku – http://amzn.to/2emKNVN or 2016 (non-rechargeable but should be compatible)
- 66 12 2 155 753 BMW Schlüssel-Emblem
Tools needed:
- Vise/Vice (German: Schraubstock)
- very sharp knife
- super glue
Related Related: door lock and key problems; FM Antenna problems
–jeroen
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Posted by jpluimers on 2018/10/05
My pre 09/2002 E46 BMW 320i touring didn’t come with a CD-changer, and since the Business CD head-unit didn’t support the regular AUX mechanisms (see links further below), I’m researching how to add a Raspberry Pi as CD-changer.
A few things I want to accomplish:
- Raspberry Pi powers up as it has ignition signal
- Raspberry Pi powers down soon after it has lost ignition signal
- Connected via the CD-changer connectors (iBus and audio) in the back
Some links:
- [WayBack] Hacking BMW I-BUS With Raspberry PI | Mono Software
- [WayBack] //BMW-Projekte/I-Bus Informationen
- [WayBack] MPlayer – The Movie Player
- github.com/osvathrobi/node-ibus
- github.com/osvathrobi/node-ibus-mediacenter
- github.com/loics2/node-mplayer
- [WayBack] Hack Your Car: 11 Steps (with Pictures):Want to unlock your car door with your phone? Re-map steering wheel buttons, or log performance data? The Car Kracker an open-source addon for your BMW 3-Series, 5-Series, 7-Series, X-Series or Mini that lets you; Add an Aux-In or music jukebox Remap steering wheel buttons Remove the Nav warning screen Display text like emails and SMS on your Sat Nav, radio, or dashboard Access engine and performance data like air/fuel ratio, oil pressure/temp, and VANOS Code retrofit parts like rain sensors, run-flat tires, theft alarms, and keys Access the proprietary error logs to troubleshoot engine, transmission, or accessory problems. You can also upgrade Engine / Transmission firmware, remove the speed limiter, reset warning lights, and change dealer settings. Here’s a little demo of displaying a tweet on the radio; Continue to the next step and I’ll answer a few questions, then I’ll show you how to build your own.
- TrentSeed/BMW_E46_Android_RPi_IBUS_Controller: BMW E46 – Nexus 7 in dash, connected (via Bluetooth) to Raspberry Pi, connected to IBUS (via USB Adapter). Supports Android Wear 4.4W w/ full voice commands!
- dscheerens/ikbus-core: Core abstractions for I/K-bus vehicle networks.
- [WayBack] Project: Replacing the CD changer with a Raspberry Pi
- [WayBack] IBUS interface BMW car cars I-BUS build your own circuit diagram for sale PCB DIY IBUS Interface for BMW cars
- [WayBack] DIY E46 Media Centre: MP3, videos, Digital Radio, Digital TV? – E46Fanatics
- [WayBack] pyBus | Snapshots of Thoughts
- [WayBack] BMW E46 Android Raspberry Pi IBUS Controller (github.com)
- [WayBack] Raspberry Pi MP3 player into E46 – New blog on my project…
- [WayBack] I-Bus Digital CD Changer / Wiki / Home
- [WayBack] BMWRaspControl | integriertes Mediacenter und mehr
- Finding K-Bus in E46:
- www.openbmw.org / I-Bus
- [WayBack] KBUS down – Bimmerfest – BMW Forums
Supplying power:
- Forums/Chats/etc
- Hardware:
iBus/kBus/CanBUS:
If the model was more recent, it would at least support AUX, but it doesn’t by default and the work-arounds seem to emulate a CD-changer after all:
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Posted by jpluimers on 2018/10/01
I need to fix this on my own 320i touring: [WayBack] BMW DIY Poor Radio Reception Repair, AM and FM, E46 3-Series and Other Models | Bavarian Autosport Blog.
Basically it’s using DeoxIT on all contacts having to do with the AM/FM antenna signals.
I already have a DeoxIT pen so that should work fine.
For the Touring version, the below picture should help. I got it from [WayBack] www.unofficialbmw.com/images/e46.pdf via [WayBack] Unofficial BMW: E46
More links:
–jeroen
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Posted by jpluimers on 2018/06/18
For my link archive: [WayBack] W5motorolja på Lidl
Ihr Fax vom 21.10.2009
Sehr geehrter Herr Stanusic,
gern bestätigen wir Ihnen, dass entsprechend der folgenden Aufstellung die Produkte identisch sind.
PENNASOL Multigrade Super HD 15W40 = W5 CARCARE Engine Oil 15W40
PENNASOL Super Light 10W40 = W5 Ecotech Engine Oil 10W40
PENNASOL Super Pace 5W40 = W5 Supertech Engine Oil 5W40
Mit freundlichen Grüßen
Mineralöl-Raffinerie Dollbergen GmbH
i.V. Hartmann i.A. Fricke
On the label:
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