"Newest" Software Upgrade...

[NYF32DRIVER]

My 135 is due for service (12000) in January. The closest appointment with a loaner is 1/24. I was instructed that there was also a "software update". I have read a few things on this board... any more details or opinions pro/con ?

Joseph

[NYF32DRIVER]

Originally Posted by NYCE90DRIVER

My 135 is due for service (12000) in January. The closest appointment with a loaner is 1/24. I was instructed that there was also a "software update". I have read a few things on this board... any more details or opinions pro/con ?

Joseph

WOW, I'm overwhelmed by the response !

[shodanusmc]

If you do a Search you will find many threads on the new Software update. Some notice no difference, some do not like it. I had it done and have noticed no change. I am also on my original HPFP.

Change your own oil and do not get the update after you read the reviews, or not.

[NYF32DRIVER]

Originally Posted by shodanusmc

If you do a Search you will find many threads on the new Software update. Some notice no difference, some do not like it. I had it done and have noticed no change. I am also on my original HPFP.

Change your own oil and do not get the update after you read the reviews, or not.

This is my first BMW finance... Not lease. I would prefer to take care of it.
Who knows if I will wind up selling or trading it in the future. I've read some of the threads just not sure if there is something newer.

Joseph

[m3bs]

Mine is in the shop now getting all of the recalls done, including the software update. I'll know more next week, since they didn't finish it yesterday.

http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=468673

[rudyv1]

How did things go at the dealership?

[NFIDDY5]

I love when people take what forum members say like its gold. Please explain why you would suggest NOT getting a recommended software update and why you change your own oil when BMW includes it for free w/your service coverage. Never had any problems w/software updates or oil changes w/my M3 or 135i. In fact, I go there in between oil changes and get free oil when the N55 motor consumes a quart between oil changes. Please indulge me....

[DriveHard]

Originally Posted by NYCE90DRIVER

My 135 is due for service (12000) in January. The closest appointment with a loaner is 1/24. I was instructed that there was also a "software update". I have read a few things on this board... any more details or opinions pro/con ?

Joseph

what dealer do you go to in NY that you have to wait till the 27th ??? Manhattan BMW ???

let me know im curious..

Regrads

[shockin330i]

Originally Posted by NFIDDY5

I love when people take what forum members say like its gold. Please explain why you would suggest NOT getting a recommended software update and why you change your own oil when BMW includes it for free w/your service coverage. Never had any problems w/software updates or oil changes w/my M3 or 135i. In fact, I go there in between oil changes and get free oil when the N55 motor consumes a quart between oil changes. Please indulge me....

I love when forum members think their dealerships are gods when even the dealerships themselves know little to nothing about the cars they are servicing. The guy working on your bmw was working for honda just last week.

[m3bs]

Originally Posted by rudyv1

How did things go at the dealership?

I picked the car up Monday evening. It got a new HPFP, 4 new injectors (replaced based on production date code), and software. It seems to drive better than before, and I had no complaints going in. Throttle response off idle is improved, and part throttle response seems more progressive.

I'm happy.

[NYF32DRIVER]

Encouraging : )

[Dackelone]

Originally Posted by m3bs

I picked the car up Monday evening. It got a new HPFP, 4 new injectors (replaced based on production date code), and software. It seems to drive better than before, and I had no complaints going in. Throttle response off idle is improved, and part throttle response seems more progressive.

I'm happy.

M3bs,

I think you meant SIX new injectors - right? You do know the 135i has six cylinders and not four!

Also... our cars are RWD... just incase you are unsure!

[m3bs]

Originally Posted by Dackelone

M3bs,

I think you meant SIX new injectors - right? You do know the 135i has six cylinders and not four!

Also... our cars are RWD... just incase you are unsure!

They removed all six injectors, scanned them to check the production date, and based on the date code determined that four of them needed to be replaced.

I guess that RWD thing explains why I can't spin the front tires, huh........

[NYF32DRIVER]

Originally Posted by shockin330i

I love when forum members think their dealerships are gods when even the dealerships themselves know little to nothing about the cars they are servicing. The guy working on your bmw was working for honda just last week.

Really ? You know this for a FACT do you ?

I know the Tech who usually works on my car. He is from Poland and has been with BMW since the early 90's. He has actually ridden in the car with me twice.
And NO, he is NOT the shop Foreman.

If you have nothing constructive to say, don't bother. The purpose of these forums is for members to communicate and discuss their cars. As for Dealerships being "GODS" I don't know WTF you are yammering about. No one said any such thing. BUT while you are under Warranty they are your best option.

[NFIDDY5]

Originally Posted by shockin330i

I love when forum members think their dealerships are gods when even the dealerships themselves know little to nothing about the cars they are servicing. The guy working on your bmw was working for honda just last week.

BWUHAHAHAHAHA. Now that's funny. Considering my service advisor is one of the knowledgeable advisors I have ever dealt with. Dude has an AMAZING E46 M3, and knows more about BMW's than anyone I have ever met. Don't talk about people or things you know nothing about. Keep that ish in TEX-ASS Tony Bromo.

P.S. I don't think anyone is a "God". But I do trust both my mechanic and my service advisor more than chuckleheads on a forum that don't provide any explanation about their suggestions and absolutely no factual evidence, then resort to immature ish-talking when someone asks for emperical data to support said sugggestions.

[shockin330i]

Originally Posted by NFIDDY5

BWUHAHAHAHAHA. Now that's funny. Considering my service advisor is one of the knowledgeable advisors I have ever dealt with. Dude has an AMAZING E46 M3, and knows more about BMW's than anyone I have ever met. Don't talk about people or things you know nothing about. Keep that ish in TEX-ASS Tony Bromo.

P.S. I don't think anyone is a "God". But I do trust both my mechanic and my service advisor more than chuckleheads on a forum that don't provide any explanation about their suggestions and absolutely no factual evidence, then resort to immature ish-talking when someone asks for emperical data to support said sugggestions.

Never said "all of them are inexperienced" but for the most part they are. And besides you just said your "service adviser", and not your tech. Big difference there as a service adviser sits behind a desk while your tech works on your car.

and lol @ your failed Texas joke.

[SixBanger]

off of your RO please read me what hpfp you got.

[Cuz5150]

Originally Posted by NYCE90DRIVER

My 135 is due for service (12000) in January. The closest appointment with a loaner is 1/24. I was instructed that there was also a "software update". I have read a few things on this board... any more details or opinions pro/con ?

Joseph

Simply put, if your car is running fine, then i would suggest passing on ANY software updates. The majority of people that get this done don't seem happy with performance aspects.
If or when my HPFP fails, I will still insist not to upgrade. My car runs strong! Will not let BMW "soften it up"