BMW Software Updates

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5 жыл бұрын

Going over the steps of updating the software in BMW's iDrive. These steps should work for iDrive versions 4/5/6. Demo vehicle is a 2014 BMW 328i. Note that the USB port locations can vary based on model/year
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@julianang6144 2 жыл бұрын

Just did an update on my 2014 i3 based on yr guidance and would like to thank you so very much for sharing yr knowledge! Worked a treat! Did not have to unzip the 'bin' file. Was a straight download to my USB and upload (1 min) to the Idrive. Fantastic thing is it increased my i3 range by 10% after software update! Very happy! Thank you again!

@keithfromchute8885 4 жыл бұрын

BMW don't tell you to extract compressed files. Tried it and it works. Great information thanks.

@pierrejeangallant-ceo-comp6206 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I bought a used 2017 BMW in 2019 and never knew I could update the IDrive until I finally found your helpful video

@musthakahamad Жыл бұрын

i have updated my 2014 550i , its is really helpful. formatted my 32gb flash drive to fat32 16mb format. copied the zip file and extracted it as mentioned and it worked like charm. thanks

@JKFLASH 5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! Been trying to sort this for ages

@jefforceone 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great video your video finally help now I can really connect my phone to my car

@alexanderellis154 Жыл бұрын

I saved it to my computer and then transferred the file to my USB drive and the vehicle did not recognize any software. I tried again using your method of downloading and saving directly to the USB drive and it worked! Thank you for the video!

@jayashpatel6165 5 жыл бұрын

the vin number for me was on the idrive aswell

@keekdkelly 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Just what I needed! Let’s hope I don’t have anymore problems with my music or videos playing through the car! 🙏🏼

@superiorautomotive143 Жыл бұрын

Great walk through I appreciate your time.

@Punishment718 5 жыл бұрын

Ok. Thank you.

@bryangreene4969 4 жыл бұрын

Just did the update on my 2015 328d wagon. I ran into an issue though, my drive was too big apparently (128gb). Apparently you need something that is less than 32gb because it'll be formatted in Fat32 already or you can format it into it. Anything over 32gb and it's not possible and the car won't recognize it. I found a 4GB thumb drive, loaded the update on it, plugged it in and it started doing it's thing. I didn't have to expand the files or anything like some of the videos had talked about either

@molekamoleka5113 4 жыл бұрын

It looks very simple I'm going to try this. My 2013 f10 doesn't play usb and stream Bluetooth music. Took it to agent and they advised me to book it in. Still waiting for the booked date to take it in. But now I am thinking that it worth trying first before going to pay for it at the agent

@BillyfromConsett 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I didn't need to expand the .bin file on my 2014 330d.

@Joumiya 3 жыл бұрын

just done it on my Mini F56, ive been looking for a simple answer and this video was it. thank you!

@HafizAWahab-us9th 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Could you pls share - any specific usb format required e.g. FAT32, exFAT or? And after extracted the UPDxxxx.bin file, did you also extract the sub bin files as well? If yes, did you get notification same filenames and if it is OK to overwrite those files? TIA

@MrHubbmuscle 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent TY!

@gd540 4 жыл бұрын

I just updated my 2014 528xi. It was not necessary to unpack the bin file. ConnectedDrive found the bin file, update complete in about 1 minute.

@selcukatalay3760 3 жыл бұрын

Great information! Thank you! can you also please tell how to update the maps?

@schemkesa 5 ай бұрын

Yes I would like that too!

@rajivjain100 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, Thank you for this video. It's very helpful. My 2015 BMW X5 was misfiring and needed a software update. The dealer updated it and charged me $500 for that. I wish I would have seen this video and could have done it myself. I'm frustrated because I wasn't notified that the software needed to be updated or that I could have done it myself. BMW Portland made some extra dough off me I guess. Thanks for your help.

@Mr2pint 5 жыл бұрын

Great job did you have to format the USB stick in fat 32?

@eidfanatseh5604 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, and thanks for your useful explanation , I tried to follow your steps , and i received answer that my BMW 740e software is Ok. While i have lost some features in software by my technician , such as owners manual, navigation system and I need to restore them by downloading the software , So please advise how can I get this software if possible, My best regards .

@Noluvvaj 3 жыл бұрын

Mine doesn’t show software update when I plug it in.

@liverpool45879 3 жыл бұрын

Have a gear box remap and Stage one power map will this update Affect any of them

@Punishment718 5 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video on how to replace the video cable for the side view camera on a F02 BMW?

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I don't have any experience with that task. In that instance, I myself would be referring to service. Best of luck!

@Tropicalandia 3 жыл бұрын

when I put my vin number it gives me an error and says: try again later

@sailor39312 4 жыл бұрын

The bmw flash drive is sooo cute 😍

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@Partyzant 3 жыл бұрын

I cant do mirror with my phone, so I would like to update the software on my f22, I'm wondering if after update it be possible, and If I won't lose my nav maps ?

@HAITIANBADGUY 4 жыл бұрын

Hey I was wondering I have a 2010 bmw 535i xdrive twin turbo can I update my system on my car

@andljoy 4 жыл бұрын

Pro tip for updating software on pretty much anything via USB. Have an old USB stick ( USB 2.0 ideally) that is less than 4GB and format it as FAT16. Some systems ( computer bios and some IOT devices ) have shitty implementations of FAT and struggle to read modern advanced sector drives or more modern version of FAT ( such as exFAT)

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@ap7051 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Team Bimmer, I have 1116 software on a 2017 M sport plus. Unfortunately, the head display reboots every 20 seconds so not long enough for it to recognise later update saved on the USB stick. So unable to update to new software. Is there a work around.....or is my only option a trip to the dealer? Volume knob depressed for 30 seconds doesn't work also. Any insight would be helpful. Yours, sat nav and radio/music deprived! 😫

@hernandoladino8818 4 жыл бұрын

i HAVE A BMW 520I 2014. Could be possible see video and music by bluetooth if some update firmware of software is suitable and enable for this model?

@jayuddin9590 5 жыл бұрын

Hi i tried to do this via the link you posted but do you know if they still let us do installation by ourselves because its not recognizing my VIN number and a few other people have said the same? Do you know where I can actually get the download file other than BMW site or do you still have yours on USB to share? Thanks!

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard of them no longer allowing for the service to clients. I would assume they would take the site down altogether if they wanted to stop people from updating completely. Possible your vehicle doesn't have any updates available. They don't update the software nearly as frequent as mobile phones and it usually isn't recommended to update unless you are experiencing issues, mostly bluetooth related. The updates are to help correct things but usually will not introduce new features to the vehicles (although that may change with iDrive 7.0). Have you been having issues with iDrive?

@magdavallarino110 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! A question, if I dont have a navigation system since I am bot on usa, the question is Do we need this update?

@DonaldFant 2 жыл бұрын

having a diffic ult time downloading from site, I put in the vin, but there is no permission box to check. All I get is rerad only

@prabodhariyaratne6882 3 жыл бұрын

How to update the maps in my 320i 2014?

@amatias527 2 жыл бұрын

I tried this and put in my whole vin. It says my vehicle is up to date but has it listed as a 2012 328i not a 2013 328i so im a bit confused on that

@thandomthembu4913 5 жыл бұрын

How does the update improve the current version? Like does it add music with bluetooth now or I'll still use aux only?

@MrRjcomm1 4 жыл бұрын

Check the BMW version Chart

@ccie2325 4 жыл бұрын

@@MrRjcomm1 Where is that

@ay-ay-ron4071 5 жыл бұрын

does the car have to be on or just pressing the start button once without pressing the brake. and does the seatbelt have to be clicked on for the DME to stay on

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

Ay-Ay -Ron I recommend turning on the vehicle, some updates can be longer then others. Seatbelt isn’t required to stay on, but car can potentially turn itself off

@bossgoon311 4 жыл бұрын

Quick question do you think this would fix any static issues coming from a new iPhone update? All of a sudden there’s a lot of static in the bmw but not in any other car.

@TeamBimmer 4 жыл бұрын

Not sure that it will. I would try unpairing the phone from the car, and unpair the car from the phone. Then try to repair the device. Don’t just toggle Bluetooth on and off, this likely won’t help. If that doesn’t help, try pairing a completely different device (preferably not an iPhone). If the other device works fine, it may be your phone giving you trouble.

@superiorautomotive143 Жыл бұрын

Do you have to have a specific flash drive or can it be any.?

@karanbatth2373 2 жыл бұрын

Hello I have 2017 BMW 330i xdrive. I have an issue with my Bluetooth connectivity. I only works for calls and when I try to play music it takes quite little bit time to work. I also check with the BMW services they told me that the software needs to update. So I want To know that this video will help to solve my issue??

@selcukatalay3760 3 жыл бұрын

or can you please tell me where can I download a map for F20?

@mohammadshakouri4309 4 жыл бұрын

hello all bimmer team i want to say all things were perfect and had one question in my mind that how can i learn ISTA BMW as you know? please tell me

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@ionutlupusoru6470 3 жыл бұрын

Hi man, thanks for your video, I wanna ask you, do you have Bluetooth connectivity for media or just for calls only? I got a bmw f30 2012 and seems the Bluetooth doesn’t work to connect my smartphone through and listen to the music. Does this update will solve the issue? Thank you

@TeamBimmer 3 жыл бұрын

Likely for this year f30 that you only have telephone capability. An alternative solution that doesn’t cost an arm and leg would be a Bluetooth dongle that can go into the AUX port and connect the phone audio to that dongle

@KingsfieldLL88 2 жыл бұрын

@@TeamBimmer my one is 2012 BMW 328i F30, can I update the software?

@ElizabethPerez-hw3tv 3 жыл бұрын

Do the downloaded files needs to be uncompressed?

@MrMelo1234 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I have a 2015 model X5 its on a 64 plate. I have never updated the software from new but if I go to BMW update site it says its upto date it can't possibly be as its never been done. how can I get whichever is the last update for my car ?Please

@preetiahlawat807 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 BMW 1 series. I tried your way and its showing an error in the BMW site. is there another way to update the software.

@stangacristian5189 10 ай бұрын

What are the benefits and purposes of these updates?

@dbimmerwizard6807 Жыл бұрын

Can i use any flash drive

@andrewsanchez437 3 жыл бұрын

Would this help with my Bluetooth audio doesn’t show up I can answer calls but no music

@misteryeah2013 4 жыл бұрын

I went to this website today and it said the page cannot be found is there a new site that I can visit? Thanks

@oxintbrcko7343 2 жыл бұрын

i didnt have that option on my bmw (update software) or show current software did u know why Thanks

@IN-SIGHTwithJB 5 жыл бұрын

Will the update add navigation? What’s the easiest way to add navigation?

@shaneprince6572 5 жыл бұрын

You have to purchase it as an option. If your screen looks like this, you can't upgrade to it. Nav is only on the larger screens.

@Chubby0883 4 жыл бұрын

Hello I have europe maps. Will iblose then if I update? My car is us spec but i am in germany for now

@lesleyfranklin1772 Жыл бұрын

Can you add Android auto via software update on a 2015 218d gran tourer ?

@fedism 4 жыл бұрын

Will it update navigation maps as well? In Miami new beighborhoods constantly being built. My software is from 2012

@TeamBimmer 4 жыл бұрын

Ri2nonerok it does not update maps. That is a different process which can vary based on your model and it’s features. May be best to contact your local parts/service for more info

@andrea77junco 4 жыл бұрын

@@TeamBimmer hello BMW 323i 2000 needs updates too?

@johnathanrodriguez4511 2 жыл бұрын

Can we pay you to down load the update on a usb ??? For our specific model? Cuz I just bought a bmw and they wanna charge 350 for the update.

@josuetobias572 5 жыл бұрын

Can you use any drive to download it or it has to s BMW one like yours?

@reneromero7631 5 жыл бұрын

his is a normal flash drive renamed to "BMW Drive"

@twotwosteele 5 жыл бұрын

What was different since you did the update

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

There is a PDF that you can print out that describes the changes made by the update

@tainos6456 3 жыл бұрын

Im having a problem with the screen its stuck on BMW logo an I don't have radio nor see car service menu does anyone know how to deal with this..

@andreaskaliviotis1916 Жыл бұрын

Can i do it at my 116i f20 2014?

@hosseintavassoli2822 Жыл бұрын

Hi. Where should we open the zip file?

@rickkay9548 4 жыл бұрын

How is this done on the latest Bimmers? Is it still thumb drives or have the finally got wifi working?

@TeamBimmer 4 жыл бұрын

The newest iDrive versions are setup for over-the-air (OTA) updates

@jetskiandadam 8 ай бұрын

What is this software update for: Is it related navigation street updates, Bluetooth connectivity improvements, other media issues, Or, for engine related issues? Tnx Adam

@fayeaziz2934 3 жыл бұрын

Hi bmw Team, I have a Bmw 318 2013 and want to know for the update, is it mandatory to have a BMW usb device or any usb device can do it? Thank you in advance

@JT-qd6uc 3 жыл бұрын

Any USB should work

@zamanzf6165 3 жыл бұрын

2008 BMW X% 3.0si iDRIVE controller not working properlly ,, How may I update it ? Im not sure have a usb port have 3.5 & blutooth .

@alexandercarlsson Жыл бұрын

Will this interfere with MHD ? Will i loose my tune if i update Firmware?

@areabass 5 жыл бұрын

I've got a 2014 120D. I find it odd that it has bluetooth for phone calls but not for streaming Spotify. It says software is up to date but I thought an update would allow this.

@tammo02 5 жыл бұрын

I think it has been some additional thing which i dont see pont of

@thesimpleone2698 4 жыл бұрын

Its posible that there must be other module for mp3 quality because phone saunds are much lower quality that music i tried bypasing it on my q7 and the quality was trash

@cavincamellthemba9666 2 жыл бұрын

Same here f30 328i find it strange Bluetooth not to include music from phone so disappointed, did you try it? Did it work?

@areabass 2 жыл бұрын

@@cavincamellthemba9666 I ended up just buying a decent Bluetooth to AUX receiver which works great. The car automatically jumps in as soon as someone calls. You should be able to connect to the two devices at the same time.

@Hurlsey90 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you don’t have Enhanced Bluetooth coded in your car. I have NBT head unit with combox so was able to code this in myself using Bimmercode. Works perfectly

@prioralada_ 2 жыл бұрын

Hi.bro software operation currently not available.please try later What should i do ?

@Metalhead-4life 11 ай бұрын

NAV system on my 2017 BMW X3 xDRIVE28i keeps rebooting every 3-5 minutes! Tried updating via usb but it wont recognize the file. btw im using Using android & windows 11, there is no option in windows to "open" the files. I can only click "open with"

@tedgrover3883 5 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 320i After the update can I play music thru usb now?

@alonzobrown1380 4 жыл бұрын

We’re able to? Or was Bluetooth audio added?

@tedgrover3883 4 жыл бұрын

Alonzo Brown negative

@gletsjer 4 ай бұрын

For my 2011 model I downloaded the update and plugged in the USB, but got a message: "Software on USB device is not recent". I've tried it with both the downloaded package itself, and I've also tried by extracting all the bin files separately (there's a lot of them). I've haven't seen this message on any other forum. Has anyone come across this? Any tips?

@williamavery1758 4 жыл бұрын

How do I do a software update on my 2004 BMW 325i

@H0rseMac 4 жыл бұрын

You can’t. Car is to old.

@florinflorinstanila9860 4 жыл бұрын

💪

@thewaspe177 5 жыл бұрын

I put my USB in and it just directs me to the website

@nvery5497 4 жыл бұрын

Is this update free?

@maku8450 5 жыл бұрын

I try to do that but my Bmw 320d 2012 but a message came on my idrive the usb not compatible for this car... can u help me pls thanks

@Darko9933 5 жыл бұрын

Just copy zipped file from BMW website to your USB

@sarahbordeaux9510 Жыл бұрын

When I plug the USB into my vehicle and go to update the software it gives me an error that says nothing detected in the USB drive. Has anyone else had this happen? 2017 X5

@gjmheating8857 Ай бұрын

We Have tried doing this online doesn't do anything when I put VIN in

@charlesluera3417 5 жыл бұрын

Should this work for my BMW 328I 2013? I’m trying too hear music without having too plug in the aux cord

@kerny7678 5 жыл бұрын

I think you will need to code enhanced Bluetooth. I am not sure the update will solve your problem....

@brenthilliard2449 5 жыл бұрын

No it wont

@kerny7678 5 жыл бұрын

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@Ilovhellokitty18 3 жыл бұрын

Does this up adequate the map navigation system as well

@nWo_Jake 5 жыл бұрын

Is there a new software update?

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

Potentially, depends on the vehicle. The website in the video would communicate if there is an update for a specific vehicle.

@virginiadenton7394 4 жыл бұрын

I tried to do this and when I insert the usb it doesn’t say anything, it goes to media for some reason. Did I do something wrong?

@2010selection 4 жыл бұрын

Please i have the same problem so if you know the answer let me know I have x3 sports d20 2014

@p.e.m.7831 4 жыл бұрын

I just finished doing this but with Win 10. Just dl the bin file (no need to extract files). Put it in the root directory of a 1gb flash drive formatted in fat32. Brought it down to BMW. Turned on the car engine. Went to "update software" in the menu. Inserted flash drive and selected update software. Everything went smoothly.

@nickazero8191 5 жыл бұрын

When I’m trying to do this the option software update on the I drive doesn’t appear. I drive a 09 335i built in march

@abrianbenjamin8378 4 жыл бұрын

I dont have "software update" option either 2010 335i man date 11/09

@Quadraphoria 4 жыл бұрын

my I-Drive does not show software update. the last on the list is "profiles" so I am assuming the software update is hidden. How do I change that?

@Daedalus33 4 жыл бұрын

having same problem. did you find a solution?

@Gargoyle76 4 жыл бұрын

me too ... any update on how to show the menu?

@anderspahlman9248 4 жыл бұрын

I have the same problem with my F11. I'm afraid that means I have to go to BMW and pay for the update :(

@J.Ogden954 2 жыл бұрын

Same issue here

@visarbajrami6011 3 жыл бұрын

Why this model doesn't have navigation

@sale666 3 жыл бұрын

So that .bun file has to be extracted?? Thats why it does not work

@hasancanozkan7 5 жыл бұрын

Can you listen to music via bluetooth after this update? Thanks.

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

Hasan no, but it could potentially improve current Bluetooth audio connectivity

@tammo02 5 жыл бұрын

Well since u cant, fuck it i aint going to update it

@KUSCIN91 5 жыл бұрын

So let me understand later the update u can’t listen anymore music via Bluetooth???

@H0rseMac 4 жыл бұрын

KUSCIN91 If your car came with Bluetooth audio it will work. The poster above thought updating to the latest software will give you Bluetooth audio lmao.

@kenhermans 5 жыл бұрын

So that’s why it never worked when I tried it. Thank you!

@molekamoleka5113 4 жыл бұрын

I've downloaded the updates but can't open the file on the smartphone or my desktop. The file is having Grey icon with question mark in it. May you please help me?

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@snipercloutyb182 2 жыл бұрын

My software update icon won’t let me click on it /:

@halslentz-whalen9263 5 жыл бұрын

I got jammed up at trying and failing to expand the single update line that resulted from the download. Ultimately did not expand that single 103 mb line and took it to the car with 100% success result. That expanding thing may be out of date for the 435i x-drive update.

@LA-st6dq 5 жыл бұрын

Hal Slentz-Whalen I never had to expand either on my 2016 1 Series, iDrive is able to install the root file directly it is meant to do so. If it isn't compatible, the software in the car is most likely the latest unless there's another error causing it.

@RogueStatusWolf 5 жыл бұрын

when i expanded the files and tried to update the idrive in my 2015 328xi the usb was not recognized. However, when i didn't expand the files it worked perfectly

@man7as 4 жыл бұрын

Hal Slentz-Whalen yeah I’ve got a 435i and I didn’t have to go through all these steps, I’ve just downloaded and dropped the file straight to the flash. Went to my car pressed, plugged in the flash, pressed start update. But it hasn’t solved my Bluetooth problems. It’s still playing up, delayed and sometimes completely unresponsive...

@drs-Rigo-Reus 2 жыл бұрын

Only works with idrive subscription. Is 300 to install and a further $99 a year subsription. No idrive and subscription = no self updates. You need dealer ( and pay…).

@xradrd 5 жыл бұрын

Is this the update that allows you (if your car does not come with Apple CarPlay and you install it after) to see CarPlay in full screen???

@edoardotunzi3526 5 жыл бұрын

Good question. I would like to know that too! Please

@randyramirez6423 5 жыл бұрын

i'm gonna guess no. just a guess tho

@rcstech8634 Жыл бұрын

Hi, pls i have a problem, i add my f20 VIN number and there is problem, always is there this, Why? ´´The VIN number you have entered could not be found. Please check your VIN. Contact your local BMW dealer if the problem persists.´´ :( can you help me ?

@user-dz3sq9ey8v Жыл бұрын

Hello, im having issues on trying to download the software update. when i search the vin number its just saying error occured try again later

@realchicago4462 Жыл бұрын

Same here, what is our best option?!

@eyvazheydarli 5 жыл бұрын

I've done everything as you explained. I still get that message saying the software is not compatible with my car.

@TeamBimmer 5 жыл бұрын

I recommend stopping into a dealership and speaking with a BMW Genius, hopefully the most seasoned one. They provide tech assistance at the dealership level for things like this. You can try the national hotline 844-4-GENIUS but it can be difficult to diagnose the issue over the phone

@LA-st6dq 5 жыл бұрын

Eyvaz Heydarli You don't have to expand the file. Your software might be the latest already in this case, check the version your idrive shows you and compare with the update notices pdf Also, what year do you have?

@eyvazheydarli 5 жыл бұрын

@@LA-st6dq The software on my car is not the latest, I have already checked it. It's 2015 5 series.

@LA-st6dq 5 жыл бұрын

Eyvaz Heydarli It might be that the software available is either broken or not compatible with your car or it is the you have already Installed. Updates are usually vehicle specific provided for your Model and VIN as you entered before unless 2015 is too old and the available update is outdated. I have a 2016 BMW and updating worked fine for me so far. Well, except the Update they dropped a month or so ago UPD07041 seems to be messed up and can't be installed according to the Notices it is Version 105 something for TV but I already have 130. for TV, MV and HV...

@LA-st6dq 5 жыл бұрын

Eyvaz Heydarli I would consider asking your dealer or BMW specific fan forums. What version does your vehicle show you?