iDrive Update - Better Gear Shifting
10-05-2009 | 02:35 PM
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I recently had the CD 6-disc changer replaced by the iPod module. The iPod system works great; however, I have noticed a considerable improvement in how the gears shift. I notice a difference at all driving speeds. The dealer stated that the iDrive system required an update. Although I haven't seen any changes in the screen, there is something tuned differently.
Did the latest iDrive update address any performance settings?
Did the latest iDrive update address any performance settings?
10-05-2009 | 02:37 PM
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My Ride: 2006 525XI, Jet black on Dakota beige. Premium and winter packages. I consider myself a purist and intend to keep my car absolutely stock and shiny.
2008 328I Convertible, Sapphire black on beige interior. Premium package, NAV, iPod adapter.
Retired: 2002 325I, Titanium silver on black leather. Premium package. Absolutely stock and proud of it.
I believe that updates are really complete updates and not just patches, and yes, the later versions of the software included fixes to harsh shifting. Enjoy your new iPod interface and the smoother shifts.
10-06-2009 | 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by APWTE6O' post='1026299' date='Oct 6 2009, 08:40 PM
Do the stealership charge for these updates if so what are the going rates
i think programming on ipod dock is not complete one and it does not affect transmission programming... because when i did ipod install, it took them like 2 hr to do programming but for the whole car it takes like 5-6 hr...
price.... it depends on how much hr labor is on each bmw..
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