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

[theothertom]

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

 

[Jeffj]

http://dvdinmotion.com/bmw-i3-special

 

[theothertom]

Thanks Jeff
So you plug the USB into your car? Where's the port for that?

 

[alohart]

http://dvdinmotion.com/bmw-i3-special

Does this modification now include unlocking the full gasoline tank capacity? I don't believe earlier versions did.

 

[bwilson4web]

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]

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

 

[mcompact]

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.

 

[theothertom]

Thanks for the follow up

 

[chrisbinsb]

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

 

[Milam]

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.