For BMW enthusiasts looking to personalize their ride, the Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 adapter paired with the Bimmercode app offers a user-friendly solution for unlocking hidden features and customizing vehicle settings. This guide walks you through the simple process, drawing from real user experience to show just how easy it is to get started with DIY BMW coding.
Getting Started with Your Veepeak OBDCheck BLE and Bimmercode
The process is surprisingly straightforward, even for those new to car coding. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown to get your Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 up and running with your BMW and the Bimmercode app:
Preparation is Key
Before you begin, a few simple preparations will ensure a smooth coding session:
- Bluetooth On: Activate Bluetooth on your smartphone or tablet – this is essential for the Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 to communicate with your device and the Bimmercode app.
- Airplane Mode (Recommended): To minimize any potential signal interference, enabling airplane mode on your phone is a good practice.
- Battery Check: Ensure your phone or tablet has a sufficient battery level (ideally above 50%) to prevent interruptions during the coding process.
- Vehicle Power: Turn on your BMW’s accessories by pressing the start/stop button without starting the engine. For longer coding sessions, you can start the engine to keep the car powered. Make sure to fasten your seatbelt to prevent the accessories from automatically turning off.
Connecting the Veepeak OBD2 Adapter
- Plug-in: Locate your BMW’s OBD2 port (usually found under the dashboard on the driver’s side) and firmly plug in your Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 adapter.
- Light Check: Once properly connected, the blue indicator light on the Veepeak OBDCheck BLE adapter should illuminate, indicating it’s receiving power and ready to pair.
Coding with the Bimmercode App
- Open Bimmercode: Launch the Bimmercode app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Connect: Within the app, initiate the connection process. Bimmercode will search for and identify your Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 adapter. Select your adapter to establish a connection.
- Vehicle Recognition: The app will then communicate with your BMW, reading your vehicle’s data and identifying compatible coding options. This process may take a few moments.
- Backup (Automatic): Bimmercode is designed with user safety in mind. Before making any changes, it automatically backs up your car’s original settings. It’s always wise to verify these backups, which are date and time-stamped for easy identification.
- Start Coding: Once connected and backed up, you can explore the various coding functions available for your BMW model. Select the desired customizations and apply the coding.
- Success Confirmation: After successful coding, Bimmercode will display a “Success” message, confirming that the changes have been applied to your vehicle.
Verifying with Bimmerlink (Optional)
While Bimmercode is excellent for coding, the companion app Bimmerlink (sold separately) is perfect for diagnostics and error checking. After coding with Bimmercode, you can use Bimmerlink to scan for any error codes to ensure everything is working flawlessly.
Real-World Example: Mirror Folding with Key Fob
A popular and simple coding modification is enabling the side mirrors to fold and unfold automatically when locking and unlocking your BMW using the key fob. This feature, often disabled by default in some markets, can be easily activated using Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 and Bimmercode. Users have reported success with this and other coding options, and crucially, without triggering any error messages when checked with Bimmerlink.
Conclusion
The Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth 4.0 OBD2 adapter and Bimmercode app provide an accessible and effective way for BMW owners to personalize their vehicles. This combination empowers you to unlock hidden features and tailor your BMW to your preferences with confidence and ease. Whether you’re looking to enable mirror folding, customize lighting, or explore other coding options, the Veepeak OBDCheck BLE and Bimmercode offer a great entry point into the world of BMW DIY coding.
