Where to get software patch for REx sustain charge to 75%

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theothertom

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After reading this thread http://www.mybmwi3.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=4452 I wanted to start a new topic on where to get the software patch to reprogram a 2015 REx so that I can control when the REx comes on and also make full use of the 2.4 gal tank. I'm not much of a programming guy so I'm interested in the $150 patch as mentioned in Bob Wilson's link. I thought about PM'ing Bob but maybe others are interested too so I decided to start a new thread. If this is inappropiate then maybe somebody can PM me.
When I finally get my i3 I want to install the software patch so I can drive it home :)
 
alohart said:
Jeffj said:
http://dvdinmotion.com/bmw-i3-special
Does this modification now include unlocking the full gasoline tank capacity? I don't believe earlier versions did.
As of December, it did not include the gas tank capacity hack. I would recommend contacting them directly.

FYI, my last trip to the service department, BMW loaded new software that wiped out the patch. But it was easy to reapply.

Bob Wilson
 
theothertom said:
After some more searching I found this web site. Anybody know anything about them ?
https://www.bimmer-tech.net/bmw-idrive-coding/

I used their USB coding to eliminate the legal disclaimer and change the startup animation on my M235i. Absolutely no complaints. I'm not sure what they offer for the i3, however.
 
Quick disclaimer that I am not yet an i3 owner yet but have been researching them heavily in preparation for purchasing one..

Another method for coding is the Bimmercode app for ios. http://www.bimmercodeapp.com

There is another thread currently discussing it - http://www.mybmwi3.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=4611&start=10

Chris
 
I have a 2017 i3 REX.

Updated the software. It now allows me
'to maintain the battery at 75%.

Pretty neat. Also, allows my passengers
to watch movies.

Pretty slick.

DVDinMotion.com

Love the car. My second BEV. Exceeds
my expectations every day. Lots of
interested people.
 
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