How to Code a new Battery with BimmerCode in under 5 Minutes

[@DronMac]

I just replaced my battery. Electrical issues are persisting. Thanks for this straightforward video!

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Definitely make sure you register the battery.

[@nycupperes]

This video was excellent. I just wanted to post for all those 2019 430xi Convertible owners, to use the “Front Electronic Control Module,” then just select “Battery Type.” Everything else is the same.

[@kevinflaspohler5761]

Great video Grant. Thanks for speaking in terms I can understand. Just what I was looking for. And nice sweatshirt! Go Pokes!

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Awesome! Glad it helped.

[@marcelooliveira391]

@@JohnsonMotorsports i put a 95ah non agm battery in my bmw 320i f30 2014. should i choose which option from this list? if i choose the non agm option, will my startstop system work normally?

[@slobodanmilovanovic7281]

I don't know which version of BimmerCode you have, but for my F32 I go to Front Electronic Module then Battery - and there just select battery type and press Code to finish. No expert level needed.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Slobodan Milovanovic That’s great to hear. I think they may have updated the app.

[@ramkumarnatarajan9168]

Hey Grant, thanks for the video. Which one should be done first? Registering or Coding?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I would register 1st and then code 2nd.

[@sunalwaysshinesonTVs]

@@JohnsonMotorsports Just swapped mine out. BimmerLink says code first, if the batt specs have changed, then register. [edit: Im gonna cut & paste the context of my battery swap I wrote here into it's own comment]

[@drifterpg]

Hi Thanks for Video, If replacing like to like 105 battery still require registration?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Yes you still need to register when you replace the battery, the DME monitors the battery life and changes the charging patterns accordingly.

[@rajenbai9304]

Tanks bro…i already have the BimmerCode going to replace my battery. I want to build in sli module do you have a video for this? BMW F 10

[@czarredd]

Great video. I'm going from a 92ah agm battery to a 100ah...does it need to be coded? If so, would I customize the ah on Bimmercode to 100ah or use the preset 105ah? Thanks

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

They have updated Bimmercode and now you do not need to select expert mode. The battery options are in the normal coding section, however you still can only choose these presets. It may be possible, but I’ve never seen anyone customize the ah.

[@JoshuaClarkHexter]

What did you end up doing I have the same thing happening to me

[@JKGarageBMW]

Curious - what battery did you replace with?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I went with the Everstart AMG. The specifics are in the image of the thumbnail. Bottom right.

[@dougjamesvandals]

Grant, I downloaded bimmer link and it won't allow me to code a 100 AH new battery but on your screen it doesn't appear bimmer code will either ? I saw 90 AH and 105 but no 100 AH. I don't want to spend $60 for nothing ..

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Yeah, there are preset options and for some reason I don’t think 100 AH is one of them. I think you would want to go with the lower option of 90AH.

[@RO-Zay]

Can I use Bimmer Code to Register my new battery?

[@mb24777]

How do I enter a manual AH? I bought a 100AH battery but only 105 shows as a option. Would I be ok picking 105?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I don’t think you can manually code AH. You may want to do some more research, but I’m pretty sure you would select the highest AH that doesn’t not exceed your battery. In this case you would actually use the 90ah, but I would ask around on the forums to verify.

[@dougjamesvandals]

Same thing for me 100 AH is the new battery ..no option for that I noticed

[@col3760]

I'm changing it from a 90 to 92. Is that fine to just register to 90? And also do CCA have to be coded aswell?

[@G82M4Comptish]

yeah just do 90 since they are so close to each other it shouldn't matter, no you don't have to register ths CCA

[@viralpatel1820]

Hello Grant, I just learned the difference between Coding and Registration of battery after watching your video. Thank you. I just changed the battery (from Lead to AGM) and now I need to code and register the battery for my 2005 7 series. Would you be able check to see if BimmerCode App supports coding and registration of 2005 7-series? Any other option for coding and registration for 2005 7 series. I have looked at many apps but they don't support the coding and registration for 2005 7 series. I appreciate your help. Thanks again.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

From what I can see, Bimmercode does not support the 2005 7 series.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I think your main options for registration and coding for that year will be Inpa or Esys, but I don't have details on the process for those years.

[@flaminggaming5295]

Hey I’m going from a 90 ah battery to a 92 ah battery. I’m in a 2008 528xi. I don’t see the option for 92 or the option to put in a custom value like I see on your screen, what do I do?

[@TheCybertester]

Did you find a solution?

[@jimbo808]

@@TheCybertesterjust select 90ah, it will undercharge it slightly but its way better than overcharging

[@maninavette]

Will bimmer code reset the seat fault code ? Enjoy all your content

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I don’t think so.

[@lugo1480]

Can you post a video on how to register the battery? I'm debating if I should go a certified BMW shop to get it done, or if it's cheaper to just buy the apps and hardware to do it myself.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I will see what I can come up with.

[@lugo1480]

Grant Johnson hey so I got in contact with BimmerCode support and you can code with BimmerCode and register using BimmerLink. You don’t have to go with other software.

[@Top_g80comp]

What is difference between coding and registering???

[@bmwsolutions7880]

B When you register, the car recognizes a new battery. You need to code when you can't find the exact battery your car had. For ex. Your car may have a 90ah amg battery but you bought 95ah, so you need to code it as 90ah battery on bimmercode. And also register it as the same battery on bimmerlink or any other software. However, some code it with the new battery specs as in the video but your car electronics may have a problem with a higher Ah coding, so I'd always code it to my car battery Ah capacity just to be safe.

[@aa7h911]

@@bmwsolutions7880 Is there a way to check what the car is currently coded with if you only have Bimmerlink? So anyway to check if my current 80ah battery has actually been coded properly as a 80ah?

[@sunalwaysshinesonTVs]

My old batt lasted Im gussing 7 years (I have a 2014 model year, stamp on the - terminal's stamped 36/13). The old was 90Ah, the new 92Ah. Most forums says no re-coding needed as the capacities are close enough, but my asshole is bugging me to figure out how to re-coded to match the new batt but there isnt an option to do 92Ah with the current version of BimmerCode. Speaking of which, I couldnt find 3072 coding line however BimmerCode did provide an option to change the capacity without having to go into Expert mode.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Yeah, I don’t think 92Ah is an option at all. Not just in Bimmercode.

[@NightmarishPT]

Does going from 90 to 95 requires coding?

[@raulosorto6283]

Did you found out any information on that?

[@NightmarishPT]

@@raulosorto6283 you always need to register and code if you change amper

[@the_ghost_of_cale_gundy]

Will bummer code allow u to register the battery after changing battry type??

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Not that I am aware. I had to use Ista to register my battery.

[@jorgemartinbg]

Which external battery charger do you people recommend?

[@moyhaq]

Hi So registration alone will not be sufficient? What are the consequences if I don't code in a higher amp batt. I do have the bimmercode app but just wondering if it will cause problems if one did not code in a higher amp batt.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

If you don’t code the battery and you change sizes it could cause premature wear and reduce the life of the battery.

[@moyhaq]

@@JohnsonMotorsports Thanks for the reply.

[@matthewch2720]

What did you use to register with the amp hour change? I also just changed from a 90 to an 80. I have access to an ObdlinkCX and Bimmercode. Will I be able to register this new battery with different spec with that setup? 2014 335i

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I used Ista+ to register the battery and yeah I increased the size.

[@burnjack291]

Can you do 90ah to 95ah with bimmercode? Already registered my battery just need to code the AH , old one was 90ah, and the new one is 95ah. Thx

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Yes, you should be able to knock that out.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Actually, I don’t remember if the 95ah option is available. It may be either 90 or 105. In that case you would have to select 90ah.

[@narithlot]

Do u know how to do a custom value? Mines is 100amp but i dont see that option

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Sorry, I don't think you can do a custom value. From what I recall, you have to choose from one of the preset options.

[@edwinmartinez6794]

is this a a bit more simple than mycarly or the same? Thank you

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I've never used Mycarly, so unfortunately I can't really compare.

[@rhollyday]

Liked Subscribed Grant, I already registered new battery in F25 X3 with my Foxwell scanner before I realized the Foxy can't code the capacity change. So after i change capacity with Bimmercode then do I need to reregister the battery again after changing the capacity? Or are they are independent changes? Thank you!! -Rich in NC

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

They are independent changes. You should be good just changing the capacity.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@Legendarygamer0202]

Quick question, can I register the battery with BimmerCode? How does that work?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Legendarygamer0202 No, you will need to use another program to register the battery. I used Ista for mine.

[@Legendarygamer0202]

Grant Johnson ok thank you! I see Bimmer link has one

[@chrish8444]

Good stuff would love to see more coding using bimmercode

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Sounds good! Anything you want to see in particular?

[@chrish8444]

I have purchased the parts to add the sport mode to my 535 but I'm overwhelmed by the coding info that's out there. I just bought this car and have never used bimmercode.

[@chrish8444]

Also would like to see how to change ambient interior lightening colors.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@chrish8444 sorry, I can’t help with that. My CIC system does not have the option to change ambient lighting. That is only on the newer NBT and up models.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@chrish8444 I used Esys to code 2tb. Here’s a link to coding 2tb. f10.5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1079869

[@TomorrowsMemories]

Can I code my battery for a 2007 Bmw 328i?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I’m not sure honestly. You can try.

[@12babyapes59]

Will the battery stay registered if you disconnect it for maintenance ?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Yes, the battery will remain registered.

[@quangtranvn]

Nice video. Just what I needed. Thanks a lot. I have a question, will this work on my e60? Thanks

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

This should work on an E60, but I have no experience with one.

[@quangtranvn]

@@JohnsonMotorsports thanks for your quick response man

[@quangtranvn]

Update: The Veepeak adapter will not work on E60 using Bimmercode, only OBDLink MX+ works, but the price is 4 times of the veepeak

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@quangtranvn That sucks! Any other options??

[@quangtranvn]

@@JohnsonMotorsports I bought the OBDLink MX+ lol

[@D.J.ZAPELO]

Can you make a video how to register new battery? Can it be done with bimmercode?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Battery registration can not be done with Bimmercode. You can do it with Ista. I’ve also been told you can register with Carly, but I’ve never tried.

[@D.J.ZAPELO]

@@JohnsonMotorsports It can be done with bimmerlink. Thx.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@D.J.ZAPELO Yeah, I was thinking that as well. What are you planning on using to register?

[@D.J.ZAPELO]

@@JohnsonMotorsports i bought a veepeak obd and app. bimmercode. i have already coded some features on e91 LCI. now i will also buy the bimmerlink app. with which you can delete errors and perform diagnostics

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@D.J.ZAPELO Sounds good. You should be set then.

[@onemanturk]

Guys so can both Bimmercode and Bimmerlink be able to code a new battery? (Vehicle BMW M4) If so, both are able too, which of the two is a better purchase?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I haven’t dealt with Bimmerlink, but from what I understand it is more of a diagnostic tool then Bimmercode. Bimmercode, let’s you unlock features on the car. It depends on what you need.

[@col3760]

Are they not the same purchase? Yoy gotta purchase separate?

[@oshii666]

@@col3760 no bimmercode and bimmerlink are separate

[@RegoTVs]

what happens if the replacement battery is 95AH?

[@yorklarese8215]

How do you know what specific code to use that opens all of ah options. E60 vs F series etc..?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

From what I understand, Bimmercode is pulling the preset options available in the corresponding ECU for battery profiles.

[@yorklarese8215]

I appreciate the quick response. Is safe to that the code your using in the video is a generic ?

[@immortal4942]

what if i am replacing the battery with same exact one? both 90ahm

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Then all you need to do is register the new battery. That can be done with Ista or Carly. Registering it will tell the DME that you installed a new battery, which will adjust the charging parameters.

[@JayBHooks]

Hey Grant! Can I use BimmerCode to change the specs in the DME for a different amp hour, and then use BimmerLink to register it? I know that BimmerLink (Like Foxwell NT510) can only register a battery if it's of the same specs as the old one. So, will BimmerLink or the Foxwell register a different kind of battery if I code the difference in with BimmerCode first? If not, why not just use ISTA both to code in the different type of battery AND register it? Thanks!

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Jay Hooks Yes, that’s how I would proceed. Use Bimmercode to update the amp hour and register via a different method. I registered my battery using ISTA, but could not find a method with Ista to update the amp hours. That’s when I stumbled upon this method with Bimmercode.

[@JayBHooks]

@@JohnsonMotorsports Wow so Ista couldn't change the amp hours?? Alright then. Thanks for the quick reply. Any thoughts on the Carly app? It seems to be able to both change the amp hours AND register the new spec'd battery, but it looks costly...

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Jay Hooks Well, Jay. All I can say is I couldn’t figure out a way to change the Amp hours in Ista. Now, its possible I missed something, but I researched for hours and spent time in the program searching and came up empty handed. To me it would make sense to do it all in Ista. Hopefully, I just couldn’t find it. As far as Carly goes, I’ve never used the program. I have a Veegate Obd2 code reader as well as a Bluedriver code reader. I also have Ista and Esys, so I didn’t have a reason to purchase Carly.

[@JayBHooks]

@@JohnsonMotorsports Gotcha. Thanks!

[@JayBHooks]

@@JohnsonMotorsports Sorry Grant one last question. How do I find out which menu steps to take to access battery types for my vehicle? At 2:30 you said it's important to know this and I take your word for it. In other videos where guys use BimmerCode the Car Access System option doesn't even show up on their screens. Thanks

[@tracyr5594]

Can’t you just register the battery with bimmercode as well?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I don’t think so, unless they have added that feature recently.

[@jorgemartinbg]

What if the code tab doesn’t change color to tap it and so it can code?

[@JamesWelbes]

what's the difference between "Registering" and "Coding"?

[@JamesWelbes]

I used BimmerCode to "code" the battery I think, but I had to pay $45 for that, and I don't want to pay another $45 for BimmerLink to "register" it

[@saint3v]

You figure it out bro? I’m thinking of just using a laptop

[@JamesWelbes]

@@saint3v I just caved and bought bimmerlink and registered it. Super dumb, never buying a BMW ever again

[@HE_IS_007]

How to code with 2012 528i xdrive??? It keeps saying battery discharge like my old battery is still in. Hell????

[@D.J.ZAPELO]

Has any one try this on E series...changin amp.power batt.? For exp. like Grant did form 80 to 90 amps.

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I’m honestly not sure. I would imagine it would be the same process for the E series.

[@theofficialroyalz7790]

any update bro? looking for it in my e92

[@liloso6190]

can I do this with a 328I 2007 bmw?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

You should be able to, however I have no experience with the 3 series.

[@TheWista13]

If I choose non agm battery list it Will work with ordinary battery? I disabled start stop for default and I dont need it

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Yes, you should only choose AGM if you have an AGM battery.

[@TheWista13]

@@JohnsonMotorsports But can use non agm As well if I code it?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@TheWista13 Yes. The DME will accept Standard Flooded batteries or AGM batteries. If you don’t have a AGM battery, then use the non AGM settings.

[@carlosimmons6025]

was just wondering is that the telegram app on your phone?, because im in some groups on there

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Carlo Simmons telegram??? Nope, not that I know of.

[@carlosimmons6025]

Ok

[@yorklarese8215]

Grant... do I need expert mode to code the battery. There is a section where I can change the ah without going to expert is that correct?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

From what I recall, Bimmercode did an update and the Battery settings should now be in the normal section.

[@marcogonzalez6695]

Can you add the link where you bought this?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Sure, but what are you referring to?

[@marcogonzalez6695]

The actual module that you plug into the car. I'm assuming it will work on a 2011 550i, right?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Ok. This is the Veepeak OBD2 that is use for Bimmercode. Yes, it will work on your 550i. Veepeak OBDCheck BLE OBD2... www.amazon.com/dp/B073XKQQQW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@hugobecker442]

Thank you sir!!

[@rengietorres9482]

How did u register it first?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

I used Ista to register the battery.

[@tajdidajman4889]

can you do a custom battery ah?

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Tajdid Ajman No. As far as I am aware. There isn’t an option for setting a custom ah.

[@luciananghel5595]

@@JohnsonMotorsports i see at 3:14 . down looks custom value button

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

@@luciananghel5595 Right, there is a custom value option however the corresponding ECU won’t know what to do with a custom value. The options listed are what the ECU has been programmed for.

[@jasonninios]

This only covers changing the battery TYPE, not registering a new battery!

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Jason Ninios Right! You need Ista for Registering the Battery.

[@55fyasko]

How do I know what module I have

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

You may have to connect to Bimmercode and see what modules are available.

[@55fyasko]

Thanks brody i got it done.

[@joker8541]

My bimercode no have car access system program.🤔🤔🤔

[@nigelvlogs2386]

Mine also. Did you ever find it?

[@khmertech1678]

I have x5 and don’t have that option???

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

That's weird. I would have to do some research on the x5. What year x5 do you have?

[@khmertech1678]

Grant Johnson 2014. I think they move option to bimmerlink so people can buy another app. It all about money

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

khmertech you’re probably right

[@CartubeCoIl]

I don't have this option

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

What option are you referring too?

[@megaice811]

@@JohnsonMotorsports car access system

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

What year and model car do you have?

[@AugustDreamScape]

My shit is all in german on on bimmercode lol. I dont even have spme of these options.

[@nathangreen6286]

Stop scaring people, you CANNOT ''brick'' your DME if the battery dies while mapping. You just charge the battery up or put a fresh one in and restart the mapping process. This has happened to me, so I can vouch for this.

[@dasmalas9960]

wow

[@m.systems]

you can keep tempting fate

[@redawyoxo]

Hey man so my battery is 100 AH and im trying to change it in custom value but i dont know how. Should i select the 105 ah option? Plz help

[@JohnsonMotorsports]

Its been awhile since I researched the battery settings, but I believe you will want to set the value at the lowest, closest value. So in other words the 95 AH. This should keep the system from overcharging the capacity of your battery. You will want to double check though.