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Post by xl5 » Wed Jan 30, 2013 1:16 pm

i went to an indy for them to code some items on my x5 but they couldnt do anything with their autologic machine...am i correct in assuming that you can code more stuff with a k+dcan cable and the appropriate software of the web  than an autologic will do  ...hopefully those with experience can advise..
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Re: coding

Post by Steamyrotter » Wed Jan 30, 2013 1:20 pm

From research --

You can get Scanner 1.4 which apparently works

Or use NCS Expert and a Carsoft Compatible cable
(If going the NCS expert route then NCS Dummy is a good package to use also)

There are loads of guides on line
Google them and you will see
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Re: coding

Post by xl5 » Wed Jan 30, 2013 1:39 pm

i have the cable , so can you confirm that using ncs expert will code stuff that autologic cant ..
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Re: coding

Post by X5Sport » Wed Jan 30, 2013 2:11 pm

You'll find lots of useful stuff on the BMW Coding Forum too if that helps at all  :)

http://bmwcoders.com/

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Re: coding

Post by xl5 » Wed Jan 30, 2013 2:18 pm

thanks Richard, i have the cable and have downloaded the software but before i blow myself up i just want to know if the ncs expert software will be able to code my x5 or if it will be the same as the autologic software which wont...
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Re: coding

Post by Steamyrotter » Wed Jan 30, 2013 7:50 pm

anything that is settable in any module can be coded by NCS Expert
It is what the factory / dealers use.

It is recommended that you use something like the NCS Dummy package also as that gives you a more readable translation of the settings available.

There are lots of write ups on the net but especially useful on :-
http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/fo ... fd90&f=233
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Re: coding

Post by xl5 » Wed Jan 30, 2013 7:55 pm

thanks , link duelly bookmarked... ;)
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