Reprogram Euro SMG software to US cars! (Faster shifts + 4k Launch Control) for free!

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Vodyk

Discussion Starter · Sep 6, 2011 (Edited by Moderator)

Edited by mod: DO NOT attempt to flash an LCI (08+) car unless you have a firmware-correct k/dcan cable. Only cable known to work is Bimmergeeks. If you brick your TCM you were warned!. See DIY sticky for link to exact post with updated instructions.

As we have seen the last few months coding has taken off! More and more people are offering windows up with remote, full bright angel eyes with headlights on, and more. Well here is the next step. Reflashing modules!

Euro smg software features:
-4k rpm launch control with auto shift at red line in S6
-Default S5 / D1 settings from cold start (US default S3/D3)
-Smoother / quicker shifts between gears

I didn't make a video however you can find several examples of it on youtube, here is one:

Attached is a guide made by terraphantm on m3forum. You can use the exact same process however instead of using E46 files you need E60 files and instead of using the #ZB number for SMGII CSL use one of the above.

Besides already flashing many E46 M3's with different tunes I have also done Rnydyman M5 with the euro smg software who i'm sure will give you his thoughts!

Hope everyone finds this information useful!

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Vodyk

Discussion Starter · #41 · Sep 8, 2011

spinny said:
Also, is this the right connector? Interface USB OBD2 II BMW Inpa K + CAN for sale at Gadgettown.com

If it works as advertised it should be fine.

335xi said:
Would a fully charged battery and this:

Amazon.com: CTEK Multi US 7002 12V Battery Charger: Automotive

be sufficient?

I use the CTEK 800 (smaller) and with the car off / lights off just accessory on (check engine light) I have been fine. Once you are setup to flash it takes about 30-60 seconds. Only real reason you need a charger is if you get an error on the software and you have to figure it out which adds to the time.

messex said:
Will do...hopefully I don't brick my car!

Just remember to take your time

ask question if something doesn't seem right. People get in trouble when they rush and just click like crazy! Its really not that hard and somewhat dummy proof!

messex

· #42 · Sep 8, 2011

Thanks vodyk for all the info. I'm sure I'll have questions!

dleorda

· #43 · Sep 8, 2011

Saw your post. Are you located near Ft. Washington? I have some questions, so please email me to dan at leorda dot com, or call me on my cell at 215-778-7169. I am in the process of buying an 08 SMG, and need some tips. Thx.

M5 V10 06

· #44 · Sep 8, 2011

Hi Tom,

Do you think this launch control stuff is for real?

kendall993

· #45 · Sep 8, 2011

This is a very interesting thread. Im in the Seattle Wa area, anyone on the board in my area done this? If so would you be willing to help me with this as Im a Tech Retard!!!hiha

335xi

· #46 · Sep 8, 2011

Besides the launch control, how much improvement did you see in everyday shifts?

cartek

· #47 · Sep 8, 2011

Vodyk said:
http://zoink.it/torrent/AAD8168707278F1BB9C9A63EB240D56E69BE40B1.torrent

Here is a link to a torrent with everything you need for this.

download completed.

i will seed for anyone else looking for it!!

Thanks all!

Vodyk

Discussion Starter · #48 · Sep 8, 2011

dleorda said:
Saw your post. Are you located near Ft. Washington? I have some questions, so please email me to dan at leorda dot com, or call me on my cell at 215-778-7169. I am in the process of buying an 08 SMG, and need some tips. Thx.

Emailed

M5 V10 06 said:
Hi Tom,

Do you think this launch control stuff is for real?

I know its a bit out of left field but I promise in a few months after a few step up, everyone will be doing it.

335xi said:
Besides the launch control, how much improvement did you see in everyday shifts?

Substantial.

dleorda

· #49 · Sep 8, 2011 (Edited)

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ur20v

· #50 · Sep 8, 2011

Any idea id the blueTooth OBDII connectors are any good?

Like this one: ELM/327 OBD2 OBDII Bluetooth Diagnostic Interface 1.4 | eBay

Thanks

Jay

Rnydyman

· #51 · Sep 8, 2011

I've seen a marked improvement, most prominent difference on the 1-2 upshift

VeeralS05

· #52 · Sep 8, 2011

Rnydyman said:
I've seen a marked improvement, most prominent difference on the 1-2 upshift

Was it easy? Also can you post video of the launch control in action?

Rnydyman

· #53 · Sep 8, 2011

I'm just waiting for a day of dry weather. We haven't had one in South Eastern PA since... what... Monday? It's crazy. Rivers flooding, frogs, locusts, water turning to blood, cats and dogs, living together... etc...

messex

· #54 · Sep 8, 2011

Rnydyman said:
I'm just waiting for a day of dry weather. We haven't had one in South Eastern PA since... what... Monday? It's crazy. Rivers flooding, frogs, locusts, water turning to blood, cats and dogs, living together... etc...

Better watch out for the plague! :biggrinbounce:

Vodyk

Discussion Starter · #55 · Sep 8, 2011

ur20v said:
Any idea id the blueTooth OBDII connectors are any good?

Like this one: ELM/327 OBD2 OBDII Bluetooth Diagnostic Interface 1.4 | eBay

Thanks

Jay

That is a generic ODBII reader. You will need the K+Dcan for talking to the BMW modules.

Obioban

· #56 · Sep 8, 2011

Rnydyman said:
I'm just waiting for a day of dry weather. We haven't had one in South Eastern PA since... what... Monday? It's crazy. Rivers flooding, frogs, locusts, water turning to blood, cats and dogs, living together... etc...

Mass hysteria!

illogic

· #57 · Sep 8, 2011 (Edited)

Talked to my dealer today. (my e60 is out of warranty, and I know my tech and service man personally.)

For US service techs all the machines are loaded for US spec. Before the specs were on cd, but now they are located on a server in packages. In order to load this mod, they would have to wipe the machine, load EU mods, do it, then reload US mods.

So, I will buying a cord and loading it myself.

we will see. Keep us updated.

jarrett

· #58 · Sep 10, 2011

I ran the update tonight. It was very easy. Just download the files in the torrent on one of the previous posts and use the info from the OP (I used the PDF and the program number). the programming only took ~30 seconds to complete. The longest part was setting up the program and importing all the data.

After the update, all I have to say is WOW, What A Difference! This is probably the best mod anyone can do to the M5. Shifts were significantly smoother than before (even when I was driving in S5) and the car will undoubtedly be more comfortable on my daily commute. I didn't try D1 because I normally drive the car in S5, but I bet it is much smoother as well if the S5 performance improvement is any indication.

I hadn't tried launch control yet so I took the car out to a nice long and straight country road and tested it out for the first time tonight.

Let's just say, make sure you tuck in before you let go of the shifter

. I followed the launch control instructions and right when it hit 4K RPM's, I let go of the shifter and the car almost immediately red-lined while spinning the tires. Thanks to the new program, it up-shifted automatically at the red-line. It spun the tires through second gear and finally caught the road when it shifted into third. Next time I try this, it will be on a better rd... I couldn't get any traction... When I got home 5 minutes later, I could still smell the burning rubber... I smell a new set of tires in my near future :M5launch: hiha

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Vodyk

Discussion Starter · #59 · Sep 10, 2011

jarrett said:
I ran the update tonight. It was very easy. Just download the files in the torrent on one of the previous posts and use the info from the OP (I used the PDF and the program number). the programming only took ~30 seconds to complete. The longest part was setting up the program and importing all the data.

After the update, all I have to say is WOW, What A Difference! This is probably the best mod anyone can do to the M5. Shifts were significantly smoother than before (even when I was driving in S5) and the car will undoubtedly be more comfortable on my daily commute. I didn't try D1 because I normally drive the car in S5, but I bet it is much smoother as well if the S5 performance improvement is any indication.

I hadn't tried launch control yet so I took the car out to a nice long and straight country road and tested it out for the first time tonight.

Let's just say, make sure you tuck in before you let go of the shifter . I followed the launch control instructions and right when it hit 4K RPM's, I let go of the shifter and the car almost immediately red-lined while spinning the tires. Thanks to the new program, it up-shifted automatically at the red-line. It spun the tires through second gear and finally caught the road when it shifted into third. Next time I try this, it will be on a better rd... I couldn't get any traction... When I got home 5 minutes later, I could still smell the burning rubber... I smell a new set of tires in my near future :M5launch: hiha

Thanks for the detailed review and glad you like! This really is something the whole forum should jump on!

jarrett

· #60 · Sep 10, 2011

I wanted to get a video with my iPhone but you really should have both hands on the steering wheel once you let go of the shifter :biggrin:

I am going to try and get a video this weekend... somehow... :kaffe:

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