Updated DME software and got fun noises..

Chunner · 03-13-2016, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Nj135is

Thx Chunner! Starting to lean over to the dark side of the fence....

Here you go on that exhaust.... it gets so much better on deceleration.

Nj135is · 03-14-2016, 08:10 PM

Nice. Is that the stock bmw pe that came on the IS? Tone sounds a little diff than mine but maybe just the audio clip. Did you go stage 2 before stage 3?

Widowmaker · 03-18-2016, 01:46 PM

All,

I just picked up a 2012 DCT with 25k miles and am experiencing the idle, lag issues reported at the beginning of this thread. I am out of factory warranty

Do I just go into the dealer and request to have the SIB 12 15 14 updated onto my vehicle? is this done for free? TIA

Served · 03-20-2016, 09:12 AM

My CPO 2012 DCT 135i has the throttle lag/rpm fluctuation issues, and I have PPK installed. Its getting pretty intolerable. Has anyone gotten the software updates covered under CPO warranty? I don't want to pay the 300 dollars I know my dealer would charge me for programming.

VRG_135 · 03-30-2016, 02:43 PM

Following....same problem as the above 2....any help is appreciated!

Gangplank · 03-30-2016, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Served

My CPO 2012 DCT 135i has the throttle lag/rpm fluctuation issues, and I have PPK installed. Its getting pretty intolerable. Has anyone gotten the software updates covered under CPO warranty? I don't want to pay the 300 dollars I know my dealer would charge me for programming.

Go to the dealer and tell them it's a safety issue. They should replicate and get it done for free.

rudyv1 · 03-30-2016, 03:17 PM

The throttle lag issue might be fixed by resetting/clearing the throttle adaptation in the DME

Esteban · 03-30-2016, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Gangplank

Go to the dealer and tell them it's a safety issue. They should replicate and get it done for free.

IIRC, there was a member not too long ago who was out of warranty, and his dealer wanted to charge him for the software update and he wrote a letter to BMWNA stating it was a safety issue and they approved the update free of charge.

Esteban · 03-30-2016, 03:36 PM

Found the thread where the member wrote a letter and got the software update free of charge:

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1222564

Ganque · 05-30-2016, 12:25 PM

Hi everyone!
I've been having the same problem with my car almost since I bought it.

Car: 2013 135i N55 with DCT (no PPK)

Symptoms:
- Engine Stuttering
- Jerkiness Stalling with A/C
- Car jumps forward when coming to a stop... it kinda feels like when doing a "heel-toe" downshift from 2nd gear to 1st gear including a knock noise from the engine fighting to keep it running on very low RPMs.
- The car started to have these issues since stock at around 8000 miles.

Current mods on my car:
- JB4 with ISO mod and JB4 connect kit
- BMS Intake
- Helix FMIC
- Megan Racing Downpipe
- Mid resonator deleted
- COBB Chargepipe

Actions already taken to attempt to fix the issue:
- Took the car to the dealer for a software update (Mentioned the SIB 12 15 14)...... Didn't fix it
- Did a DCT adaptations reset via Tool32 on a K+DCAN cable.... Didn't fix it
- Did a Throttle Adaptations reset (regular pedal procedure)...... Didn't fix it
- Updated my JB4 firmware to the latest version and switched to Map 5.... Didn't fix it
- Regular oil change on the N55 engine.... Didn't fix it
- Scanned the car for old codes... No codes saved

I'm lost now guys, Every single thread on any forum suggest to bring the car to the dealership and mention the SIB 12 15 14... but this DID NOT fix my issue. Summer is coming and hot weather is increasing... A/C must be turned on almost all the time.
The car feels awful when coming to a stop and jumps forward like it's about to launch hard...
One notorius symptoms is that the car does this only when the DCT and N55 engine achieve the regular temperature conditions. It does not do it on cold transmission temps.

PLEASE HELP!

elzorro4 · 05-30-2016, 02:33 PM

I had the same problem for a long time and on the dealer they always had the same answer "there is nothing wrong with the car", until one day they found out that the battery was configured with a lower amp that the actual one. They adjusted that and now it is working fine.

Ganque · 05-30-2016, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by elzorro4

I had the same problem for a long time and on the dealer they always had the same answer "there is nothing wrong with the car", until one day they found out that the battery was configured with a lower amp that the actual one. They adjusted that and now it is working fine.

Is there anyway I can do this with my K+DCAN Cable?

elzorro4 · 05-30-2016, 03:17 PM

No idea.

Ganque · 05-30-2016, 03:36 PM

Looks like I found a method to code the battery amp via K+DCAN cable....
Where you having that issue with the AC on only?

Ganque · 05-31-2016, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by elzorro4

I had the same problem for a long time and on the dealer they always had the same answer "there is nothing wrong with the car", until one day they found out that the battery was configured with a lower amp that the actual one. They adjusted that and now it is working fine.

So I was able to check the current setting on my DME for the battery, looks like it's coded properly. So that won't fix it. Any other suggestion?

ignote · 06-01-2016, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Ganque

Quote:

Originally Posted by elzorro4

I had the same problem for a long time and on the dealer they always had the same answer "there is nothing wrong with the car", until one day they found out that the battery was configured with a lower amp that the actual one. They adjusted that and now it is working fine.

So I was able to check the current setting on my DME for the battery, looks like it's coded properly. So that won't fix it. Any other suggestion?

Vacuum leak?

Ganque · 06-01-2016, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ignote

Vacuum leak?

I also have that in mind, but what type of vaccum leak would be only affected with the AC on? Is there any mechanism, or hose that produces vaccum while the AC is on?

Wolfie1 · 07-03-2016, 03:40 PM

So I had the DME update and after picking the car up and driving home my car threw the trans temp Amber warning light. Never went red. Had to take it back and fourth; first it looked like it was the update, then a bubble in the system, and finally had to open a case with BMW NA.

They said it was the DCT Combination switch sensor. SO I had them go ahead and fix that. I will be picking it up on Tuesday. Hopefully everything is all good.

VRG_135 · 07-04-2016, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by VRG_135

Following....same problem as the above 2....any help is appreciated!

Update: the SIB update fixed my car up perfectly. It's been two months and I've not had a single issue. Remember, when asking the dealership to check the problem make sure you have your car set on Max AC, especially if you're in a cooler climate where the AC may not be on normally

Natto · 07-04-2016, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Widowmaker

All,

I just picked up a 2012 DCT with 25k miles and am experiencing the idle, lag issues reported at the beginning of this thread. I am out of factory warranty

Do I just go into the dealer and request to have the SIB 12 15 14 updated onto my vehicle? is this done for free? TIA

I had my 2011 135i software updated to the latest version. I mentioned to the service manager it's a safety concern and he did the update without charge. The car now runs super smooth and all mentioned issues are gone except previous exhaust pop and crackle is disappeared. But overall very impressed

drunkenmagnum · 07-06-2016, 01:28 PM

Anyone who needs to get this done because of the DCT "lurch" or stalling, please do, it will remedy the issue.

However, and I have stated this in other threads, be sure to contact BMW USA and your dealership BEFORE getting this done. I was able to get them to cover the cost of this and others have had luck as well. Be polite and patient. Also, speaking with the the dealerships service manager helps as well.

Another thing to remember with COBB users (like myself) is that this update will include a new ROM revision - 98G1B. This will render your V3 useless for now. COBB is aware of the problem and working to fix it but its been six months so I wouldn't hold my breath.

Tallicia · 09-01-2016, 11:05 PM

My '11 135i convertible is at BMW of Dallas right now getting recall work, a water pump failure replaced and some other things. Having that nice sound and gurgle off throttle would be great. I'll have to see if they'll be so kind as to do this while they're finishing it up.

Is SIB 12 15 14 going to do that though? I'm assuming that is a date for the flash. Is there any updates to make things better since then?

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Nj135is New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: '13 135is vert Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Nice. Is that the stock bmw pe that came on the IS? Tone sounds a little diff than mine but maybe just the audio clip. Did you go stage 2 before stage 3? Last edited by Nj135is; 03-15-2016 at 08:27 PM..
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Widowmaker Private First Class 24 Rep 104 Posts Drives: 12' 135i Alpine White n55 DCT Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: St. Louis, MO iTrader: (8)	All, I just picked up a 2012 DCT with 25k miles and am experiencing the idle, lag issues reported at the beginning of this thread. I am out of factory warranty Do I just go into the dealer and request to have the SIB 12 15 14 updated onto my vehicle? is this done for free? TIA
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Served Private 3 Rep 65 Posts Drives: 2012 135i Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: NC, USA iTrader: (0)	My CPO 2012 DCT 135i has the throttle lag/rpm fluctuation issues, and I have PPK installed. Its getting pretty intolerable. Has anyone gotten the software updates covered under CPO warranty? I don't want to pay the 300 dollars I know my dealer would charge me for programming.
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VRG_135 Banned 837 Rep 1,944 Posts Drives: 2012 Silver 135 DCT Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Dallas Area (McKinney), TX iTrader: (0)	Following....same problem as the above 2....any help is appreciated!
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03-30-2016, 03:17 PM	#337
rudyv1 Private First Class 36 Rep 193 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Convertible Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Kitchener ON iTrader: (0)	The throttle lag issue might be fixed by resetting/clearing the throttle adaptation in the DME
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Esteban Major General 43648 Rep 7,224 Posts Drives: a slow car fast Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Found the thread where the member wrote a letter and got the software update free of charge: http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1222564 __________________
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05-30-2016, 12:25 PM	#340
Ganque N55 Pure Stage 2 w/ DCT 23 Rep 49 Posts Drives: 2013 135is M Sport Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Mexico iTrader: (0)	Hi everyone! I've been having the same problem with my car almost since I bought it. Car: 2013 135i N55 with DCT (no PPK) Symptoms: - Engine Stuttering - Jerkiness Stalling with A/C - Car jumps forward when coming to a stop... it kinda feels like when doing a "heel-toe" downshift from 2nd gear to 1st gear including a knock noise from the engine fighting to keep it running on very low RPMs. - The car started to have these issues since stock at around 8000 miles. Current mods on my car: - JB4 with ISO mod and JB4 connect kit - BMS Intake - Helix FMIC - Megan Racing Downpipe - Mid resonator deleted - COBB Chargepipe Actions already taken to attempt to fix the issue: - Took the car to the dealer for a software update (Mentioned the SIB 12 15 14)...... Didn't fix it - Did a DCT adaptations reset via Tool32 on a K+DCAN cable.... Didn't fix it - Did a Throttle Adaptations reset (regular pedal procedure)...... Didn't fix it - Updated my JB4 firmware to the latest version and switched to Map 5.... Didn't fix it - Regular oil change on the N55 engine.... Didn't fix it - Scanned the car for old codes... No codes saved I'm lost now guys, Every single thread on any forum suggest to bring the car to the dealership and mention the SIB 12 15 14... but this DID NOT fix my issue. Summer is coming and hot weather is increasing... A/C must be turned on almost all the time. The car feels awful when coming to a stop and jumps forward like it's about to launch hard... One notorius symptoms is that the car does this only when the DCT and N55 engine achieve the regular temperature conditions. It does not do it on cold transmission temps. PLEASE HELP!
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05-30-2016, 02:33 PM	#341
elzorro4 Private First Class 20 Rep 116 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Argentina iTrader: (0)	I had the same problem for a long time and on the dealer they always had the same answer "there is nothing wrong with the car", until one day they found out that the battery was configured with a lower amp that the actual one. They adjusted that and now it is working fine.
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elzorro4 Private First Class 20 Rep 116 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Argentina iTrader: (0)	No idea.
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Ganque N55 Pure Stage 2 w/ DCT 23 Rep 49 Posts Drives: 2013 135is M Sport Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Mexico iTrader: (0)	Looks like I found a method to code the battery amp via K+DCAN cable.... Where you having that issue with the AC on only? __________________
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Wolfie1 Private 11 Rep 75 Posts Drives: Alpine White 135i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Woodland Hills, California iTrader: (0)	So I had the DME update and after picking the car up and driving home my car threw the trans temp Amber warning light. Never went red. Had to take it back and fourth; first it looked like it was the update, then a bubble in the system, and finally had to open a case with BMW NA. They said it was the DCT Combination switch sensor. SO I had them go ahead and fix that. I will be picking it up on Tuesday. Hopefully everything is all good.
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07-06-2016, 01:28 PM	#351
drunkenmagnum Private First Class 27 Rep 193 Posts Drives: BMW M3 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Pelham, AL iTrader: (1)	Anyone who needs to get this done because of the DCT "lurch" or stalling, please do, it will remedy the issue. However, and I have stated this in other threads, be sure to contact BMW USA and your dealership BEFORE getting this done. I was able to get them to cover the cost of this and others have had luck as well. Be polite and patient. Also, speaking with the the dealerships service manager helps as well. Another thing to remember with COBB users (like myself) is that this update will include a new ROM revision - 98G1B. This will render your V3 useless for now. COBB is aware of the problem and working to fix it but its been six months so I wouldn't hold my breath.
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Tallicia Private First Class 74 Rep 141 Posts Drives: X6 and 1 series Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: DFW, TX iTrader: (2) Garage List 2013 X6 [0.00] 2011 BMW 135i M Spo ... [0.00]	My '11 135i convertible is at BMW of Dallas right now getting recall work, a water pump failure replaced and some other things. Having that nice sound and gurgle off throttle would be great. I'll have to see if they'll be so kind as to do this while they're finishing it up. Is SIB 12 15 14 going to do that though? I'm assuming that is a date for the flash. Is there any updates to make things better since then?
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