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| gismo (10hp) | On to the subject of ACC. Here is a picture that shows the radar sensor in more detail. Also a shot of the interior shots and a shot where RTTI wasn't working and had reverted to TMC.
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| eatadick (748hp) | I have an early 2012 f10 (520d M-Sport) with Prof navigation, but I don't get RTTI information in the main navigation screen - only in the smaller right window when I activate the navigation view in this option. I scrolled through the options when navigation was selected for the main screen and got the usual north/perspective/all traffic incident view/etc. – but not the RTTI display. Is it only available on certain models or am I doing something wrong? Thanks in advance... PS great review. Most of this corresponds to my experience/view (especially when it comes to the steering), despite the different engine)..
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| BMWdrmz (308hp) | This is very strange. At least you get RTTI, otherwise I would have assumed your subscription was active for some reason (it took a few weeks for my subscription to complete after purchasing the car). If you take off the split screen and just have the map as a whole screen you do. The RTTI overlay?
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| AWe90 (345hp) | Quote: Originally written by AP This is very strange. At least you get RTTI, otherwise I would have assumed your subscription was active for some reason (it took a few weeks for my subscription to complete after purchasing the car). If you take off the split screen and just have the map as a whole screen you do. The RTTI overlay? When I get back from overseas later this week I will be putting on a play. But based on previous experience, that's not possible, which is why I use split screen all the time...
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| 3500sucks (286hp) | Shit, this must be my first post but I had mixed feelings about this car so I never posted anything because I don't know if I hate this car or if I just miss my last one. I wanted to post this just because a total nightmare has been avoided by a few months and people are thinking about financing these cars or even driving them without a warranty. This seems completely crazy to me at the moment, and from what I've found out, my story isn't all that rare. It's like a time bomb or a grenade. As if there were no signs of a problem, just one day there was a drivetrain malfunction and high engine oil pressure. The car went into limp mode the next day when it started, was able to drive but only in limp mode as it was Thanksgiving left it one day, the next day it would start and I died, had to have it towed and 25,000 US -Dollars later parts were replaced. The car is like new again. I guess the only good thing about it is that in sport mode the car no longer jerks and shifts more smoothly, but still a far cry from all the other models I've driven 2-4 and 6, but those were all models from 2015. I I feel like they just drive better. Anyway, a lot of the timing chain guide broke and the rest has metal all over it. What I still don't realize now is that I bought this car because I was afraid of buying BMW in general, but especially higher engine models, more packages to break, I really wanted it testing, reading all these threads had led me to believe that these cars just broke down. But for a car that cost me 22k and I don't really drive, I work from home just a few miles here and there around the block and this happens and I've only had it for a few months. To top it off, everything was replaced with the same parts that could easily fail again and BMW does not provide any additional warranty unless it happened to me out of warranty and I paid. Because I modify cars, I never thought about leasing, and when I met people who offer leasing and modifications I never understood it, but now I do. In my opinion you are no better than BMW for asking you to put in the effort to own these cars. When these cars break down, they make more money and they will never run out of customers. Anyway, to wrap things up: I really want to get out of this car, but because I've already done about 12,000 modifications (which cost me 7,500) and now everything has been replaced, I'm sure it's hurting the resale value has. Why would I do all this to a brand I'm afraid of and a car I never really wanted? The first car I learned to drive was a BMW. The first car I fell in love with was a BMW, which my family had owned many times, and I guess it was just on my wish list. The other problem I have is that I have to modify every car. I just don't like production vehicles, which is why I've never leased them. I bought this car on March 16th this year and actually wanted a 4 series when it came out but at a higher price and I thought the N20 engine would suck just like in F10. I never drove one until I got this, I don't know why, some reason they drive better. That's why a 640 GC was the right car for me as it has all the options I want and four doors, but I couldn't find one at the price and specifications I wanted, with a warranty, or I didn't want to.
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| jaguar1 (274hp) | Whatever you mentioned (faulty timing chain, oil pressure issues), all a prime example of what happens when you stick to BMW's ridiculously long oil change intervals. The N52 appears to be less susceptible to damage due to these intervals compared to its N20 turbo counterpart. I doubt this would happen to you if you changed the oil every 5,000 miles or so.
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| elijah11 (641hp) | I agree with the above post and there must have been a reason the car was traded in. Did you buy a CPO car or does the car still have a factory warranty? You said you avoided paying $25,000 for parts, which I assume BMW covered everything. There seems to be a missing link. But I wouldn't buy a used German car (other than a 911) or keep it out of warranty. Another exception is if I am the sole owner from the start.
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| 20012005 (273hp) | In fact, problems with N20 engines are related to timing chain design, not oil change intervals. BMW recently released (2015 models) a redesigned timing chain for the N20 and N26 engines. Quote: Originally posted by 6IX-F10-N52 Whatever you mentioned (broken timing chain, oil pressure problems), it's all a textbook example of what happens when you stick to BMW's ridiculously long oil change intervals. The N52 appears to be less susceptible to damage due to these intervals compared to its N20 turbo counterpart. I doubt this would happen to you if you changed the oil every 5,000 miles or so.
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| cthuttdyf (664hp) | Quote: Originally posted by TTG I agree with the above post and there must have been a reason why the car was traded in. Did you buy a CPO car or does the car still have a factory warranty? You said you avoided paying $25,000 for parts, which I assume BMW covered everything. There seems to be a missing link. But I wouldn't buy a used German car (other than a 911) or keep it out of warranty. Another exception is if I am the sole owner from the start. Well, it was just a lease car before it was turned in and then sold on. There is still a factory warranty. I think the timing chain guide broke first. It is made of plastic. The newer 2015 models probably have revised guidance. Anyway, the car is back at BMW and now the engine coolant is leaking. I believe they kept saying there was low engine coolant, even after they refilled them.
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| london05 (783hp) | Quote: Originally written by Sedoy. In fact, problems with N20 engines are related to timing chain design, not oil change intervals. BMW recently released (2015 models) a redesigned timing chain for the N20 and N26 engines. Yes, I tried to figure out if I could get this, but since it's a 2013 they just replaced it with the exact same engine parts I had and it can happen again. They told me there is no way to prevent this due to the position of the timing chain.
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| Bmanny (489hp) | What's worse is that the warranty ends in two months and if I didn't have a warranty and paid for it I would get 2 years warranty on what was done but if you have warranty it will expire when your normal Warranty ends. I'm currently weighing my options on what I want out of this car but because of the mods trying to see how much I'll lose.
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| NYCAVANT (12hp) | I'm sorry to hear that. I'm on my second N20. No problems at all. I think the vast majority of N20 engines have no problems. I guess you were just unlucky. On a side note, the general consensus is that you shouldn't buy a BMW because it's broken. Is it really the case that BMWs (or the three Germans) are more problematic than, say, their Asian counterparts, or perhaps it's just the sheer cost of repairing a German luxury car when it actually breaks down? Basically, don't they all break at the same rate? However, repairing a Honda probably won't cost me $25,000. So the perception is.....Germans are breaking. Just a thought again as my last two N20 F10s have been flawless (hit the gas and go). ...and no, I don't actually subscribe to JD Power and Associates and the like....
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| 1lovemom (865hp) | Quote: Originally written by Sedoy. In fact, problems with N20 engines are related to timing chain design, not oil change intervals. BMW recently released (2015 models) a redesigned timing chain for the N20 and N26 engines. Correct me if I'm wrong, but is the overall engine design of the N20 the same basic idea as the N52? How come the newer version of 28i engines have more problems than the older ones? Other people's N20s are broken left and right compared to the N52s. I don't understand why. I sometimes wonder if I should have gone for an N55, but I just can't describe how happy I am with my rear wheel drive N52. The engine runs like a Japanese rock at 67,000 miles.
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| rose15 (419hp) | Does the N20 really explode left and right?! That's the first thing I heard.
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| jag123 (617hp) | Well, there were enough problems that BMW had to redesign the timing chain. I think if there are four engines available in North America, the N55 is the most solid. Quote: Originally written by BigKutta. Does the N20 really explode left and right?! That's the first thing I heard.
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| 23051989 (669hp) | Let's not make up stories. There were never any chronic problems with N20. BMW could have redesigned the chain for numerous reasons. N20 engines have been around for quite some time. If they were exploding left and right we would be seeing posts on this and other BMW forums. Sure, someone could have gotten a lemon-N20.
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| FaintReality (616hp) | Maybe it's not as chronic as with N54 injectors or N52 water pumps, but it is a known problem, especially with N47 engines. Just search for the N20 chain. The biggest problem with these timing chain problems is that they can lead to catastrophic engine failures that cost a lot of money. I would much rather deal with replacing multiple injectors or the water pump than dealing with a timing chain failure. http://www.rightfootdown.com/cars/au...nents-n26-too/ Quote: Originally posted by COBodom Let's not make up stories. There were never any chronic problems with N20. BMW could have redesigned the chain for numerous reasons. N20 engines have been around for quite some time. If they were exploding left and right we would be seeing posts on this and other BMW forums. Sure, someone could have gotten a lemon-N20.
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| motown1 (439hp) | Quote: Originally written by BigKutta. Does the N20 really explode left and right?! That's the first thing I heard. It seems like people are having oil pressure and timing chain issues with the N20. n52 seems more reliable.
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| ozzie (963hp) | I have a 2013 BMW 550I and am considering a brake upgrade for my car. Does anyone have the stock F10 M5 brakes for sale??? Thanks guys!
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| Spied4US (361hp) | Interesting link. It looks like BMW may not proactively replace the timing chain on N20 vehicles with increased noise levels at the front of the N20 engine. I would imagine that if a critical part like this is clearly determined to be defective, a full recall should be in order. I am not aware of such a recall. In my opinion, this definitely does not fall into the “chronic” or “left and right agitation” category. However, I understand that breaking the chain is a lot of money (I've only heard of one case), so some may prefer N52\N54\N47 and a number of more common but significantly cheaper problems to deal with . I would choose an N20 for the third time without hesitation.
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| m balla (719hp) | Have you researched? This is not an easy swap. You will need to purchase some custom-made brackets
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| 31011997 (160hp) | Quote: Originally written by BMW528er Sucks, this has to be my first post but I had mixed feelings about this car so I never posted because I don't know if I hate this car or just miss my last one. I wanted to post this just because a total nightmare has been avoided by a few months and people are thinking about financing these cars or even driving them without a warranty. This seems completely crazy to me at the moment, and from what I've found out, my story isn't all that rare. It's like a time bomb or a grenade. As if there were no signs of a problem, just one day there was a drivetrain malfunction and high engine oil pressure. The car went into limp mode the next day when it started, was able to drive but only in limp mode as it was Thanksgiving left it one day, the next day it would start and I died, had to have it towed and 25,000 US -Dollars later parts were replaced. The car is like new again. I guess the only good thing about it is that in sport mode the car no longer jerks and shifts more smoothly, but still a far cry from all the other models I've driven 2-4 and 6, but those were all models from 2015. I I feel like they just drive better. Anyway, a lot of the timing chain guide broke and the rest has metal all over it. What I still don't realize now is that I bought this car because I was afraid of buying BMW in general, but especially higher engine models, more packages to break, I really wanted it testing, reading all these threads had led me to believe that these cars just broke down. But for a car that cost me 22k and I don't really drive, I work from home just a few miles here and there around the block and this happens and I've only had it for a few months. To top it off, everything was replaced with the same parts that could easily fail again and BMW does not provide any additional warranty unless it happened to me out of warranty and I paid. Because I modify cars, I never thought about leasing, and when I met people who offer leasing and modifications I never understood it, but now I do. In my opinion you are no better than BMW for asking you to put in the effort to own these cars. When these cars break down, they make more money and they will never run out of customers. Anyway, to wrap things up: I really want to get out of this car, but because I've already done about 12,000 modifications (which cost me 7,500) and now everything has been replaced, I'm sure it's hurting the resale value has. Why would I do all this to a brand I'm afraid of and a car I never really wanted? The first car I learned to drive was a BMW. The first car I fell in love with was a BMW, which my family had owned many times, and I guess it was just on my wish list. The other problem I have is that I have to modify every car. I just don't like production vehicles, which is why I've never leased them. I bought this car on March 16th this year and actually wanted a 4 series when it came out but at a higher price and I thought the N20 engine would suck just like in F10. I never drove one until I got this, I don't know why, some reason they drive better. That's why a 640 GC was the right car for me as it has all the options I want and four doors, but I couldn't find one at the price and specifications I wanted with
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| Lh6RjX44qb (106hp) | Quote: Originally written by Bake Have you done any research? This is not an easy swap. You will need to purchase some custom mounts. I just changed my mind. There are many Stoptech BIg brake kits for F10S ST60 for example that cost around $2500 so I think that should be a better option
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| utopia1 (836hp) | Shit, this must be my first post but I had mixed feelings about this car so I never posted anything because I don't know if I hate this car or if I just miss my last one. I wanted to post this just because a total nightmare has been avoided by a few months and people are thinking about financing these cars or even driving them without a warranty. This seems completely crazy to me at the moment, and from what I've found out, my story isn't all that rare. It's like a time bomb or a grenade. As if there were no signs of a problem, just one day there was a drivetrain malfunction and high engine oil pressure. The car went into limp mode the next day when it started, was able to drive but only in limp mode as it was Thanksgiving left it one day, the next day it would start and I died, had to have it towed and 25,000 US -Dollars later parts were replaced. The car is like new again. I guess the only good thing about it is that in sport mode the car no longer jerks and shifts more smoothly, but still a far cry from all the other models I've driven 2-4 and 6, but those were all models from 2015. I I feel like they just drive better. Anyway, a lot of the timing chain guide broke and the rest has metal all over it. What I still don't realize now is that I bought this car because I was afraid of buying BMW in general, but especially higher engine models, more packages to break, I really wanted it testing, reading all these threads had led me to believe that these cars just broke down. But for a car that cost me 22k and I don't really drive, I work from home just a few miles here and there around the block and this happens and I've only had it for a few months. To top it off, everything was replaced with the same parts that could easily fail again and BMW does not provide any additional warranty unless it happened to me out of warranty and I paid. Because I modify cars, I never thought about leasing, and when I met people who offer leasing and modifications I never understood it, but now I do. In my opinion you are no better than BMW for asking you to put in the effort to own these cars. When these cars break down, they make more money and they will never run out of customers. Anyway, to wrap things up: I really want to get out of this car, but because I've already done about 12,000 modifications (which cost me 7,500) and now everything has been replaced, I'm sure it's hurting the resale value has. Why would I do all this to a brand I'm afraid of and a car I never really wanted? The first car I learned to drive was a BMW. The first car I fell in love with was a BMW, which my family had owned many times, and I guess it was just on my wish list. The other problem I have is that I have to modify every car. I just don't like production vehicles, which is why I've never leased them. I bought this car on March 16th this year and actually wanted a 4 series when it came out but at a higher price and I thought the N20 engine would suck just like in F10. I never drove one until I got this, I don't know why, some reason they drive better. That's why a 640 GC was the right car for me as it has all the options I want and four doors, but I couldn't find one at the price and specifications I wanted, with a warranty, or I didn't want to.
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| stoned1 (939hp) | What's wrong with our standard brakes? Mine feel pretty good.
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| marcus5 (780hp) | Whatever you mentioned (faulty timing chain, oil pressure issues), all a prime example of what happens when you stick to BMW's ridiculously long oil change intervals. The N52 appears to be less susceptible to damage due to these intervals compared to its N20 turbo counterpart. I doubt this would happen to you if you changed the oil every 5,000 miles or so.
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| vrushali (945hp) | Quote: Originally posted by TommyGao, I just changed my mind, there are a lot of Stoptech BIg brake kits for the F10S ST60 for example that cost around $2500 so I think that should be a better way in my opinion. I think BMW Engineering is better than Stoptech, but your money
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| 131089 (321hp) | I agree with the above post and there must have been a reason the car was traded in. Did you buy a CPO car or does the car still have a factory warranty? You said you avoided paying $25,000 for parts, which I assume BMW covered everything. There seems to be a missing link. But I wouldn't buy a used German car (other than a 911) or keep it out of warranty. Another exception is if I am the sole owner from the start.
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| hardik (707hp) | I have a 2013 BMW 550I and am considering a brake upgrade for my car. Does anyone have the stock F10 M5 brakes for sale??? Thanks guys!
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| chevy1 (542hp) | In fact, problems with N20 engines are related to timing chain design, not oil change intervals. BMW recently released (2015 models) a redesigned timing chain for the N20 and N26 engines. Quote: Originally posted by 6IX-F10-N52 Whatever you mentioned (broken timing chain, oil pressure problems), it's all a textbook example of what happens when you stick to BMW's ridiculously long oil change intervals. The N52 appears to be less susceptible to damage due to these intervals compared to its N20 turbo counterpart. I doubt this would happen to you if you changed the oil every 5,000 miles or so.
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| ilove$ (524hp) | Have you researched? This is not an easy swap. You will need to purchase some custom-made brackets
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| bigcat (512hp) | Quote: Originally posted by TTG I agree with the above post and there must have been a reason why the car was traded in. Did you buy a CPO car or does the car still have a factory warranty? You said you avoided paying $25,000 for parts, which I assume BMW covered everything. There seems to be a missing link. But I wouldn't buy a used German car (other than a 911) or keep it out of warranty. Another exception is if I am the sole owner from the start. Well, it was just a lease car before it was turned in and then sold on. There is still a factory warranty. I think the timing chain guide broke first. It is made of plastic. The newer 2015 models probably have revised guidance. Anyway, the car is back at BMW and now the engine coolant is leaking. I believe they kept saying there was low engine coolant, even after they refilled them.
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| 231096 (946hp) | Quote: Originally written by Bake Have you done any research? This is not an easy swap. You will need to purchase some custom mounts. I just changed my mind. There are many Stoptech BIg brake kits for F10S ST60 for example that cost around $2500 so I think that should be a better option
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| girl123 (226hp) | Quote: Originally written by Sedoy. In fact, problems with N20 engines are related to timing chain design, not oil change intervals. BMW recently released (2015 models) a redesigned timing chain for the N20 and N26 engines. Yes, I tried to figure out if I could get this, but since it's a 2013 they just replaced it with the exact same engine parts I had and it can happen again. They told me there is no way to prevent this due to the position of the timing chain.
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| 240594 (218hp) | What's wrong with our standard brakes? Mine feel pretty good.
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| 400604 (533hp) | What's worse is that the warranty ends in two months and if I didn't have a warranty and paid for it I would get 2 years warranty on what was done but if you have warranty it will expire when your normal Warranty ends. I'm currently weighing my options on what I want out of this car but because of the mods trying to see how much I'll lose.
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| stiffler (721hp) | Quote: Originally posted by TommyGao, I just changed my mind, there are a lot of Stoptech BIg brake kits for the F10S ST60 for example that cost around $2500 so I think that should be a better way in my opinion. I think BMW Engineering is better than Stoptech, but your money
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| 87651234 (710hp) | I'm sorry to hear that. I'm on my second N20. No problems at all. I think the vast majority of N20 engines have no problems. I guess you were just unlucky. On a side note, the general consensus is that you shouldn't buy a BMW because it's broken. Is it really the case that BMWs (or the three Germans) are more problematic than, say, their Asian counterparts, or perhaps it's just the sheer cost of repairing a German luxury car when it actually breaks down? Basically, don't they all break at the same rate? However, repairing a Honda probably won't cost me $25,000. So the perception is.....Germans are breaking. Just a thought again as my last two N20 F10s have been flawless (hit the gas and go). ...and no, I don't actually subscribe to JD Power and Associates and the like....
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| patrick10 (440hp) | Quote: Originally written by Sedoy. In fact, problems with N20 engines are related to timing chain design, not oil change intervals. BMW recently released (2015 models) a redesigned timing chain for the N20 and N26 engines. Correct me if I'm wrong, but is the overall engine design of the N20 the same basic idea as the N52? How come the newer version of 28i engines have more problems than the older ones? Other people's N20s are broken left and right compared to the N52s. I don't understand why. I sometimes wonder if I should have gone for an N55, but I just can't describe how happy I am with my rear wheel drive N52. The engine runs like a Japanese rock at 67,000 miles.
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| forever10 (182hp) | Does the N20 really explode left and right?! That's the first thing I heard.
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| mihailpezhemskii (343hp) | Well, there were enough problems that BMW had to redesign the timing chain. I think if there are four engines available in North America, the N55 is the most solid. Quote: Originally written by BigKutta. Does the N20 really explode left and right?! That's the first thing I heard.
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| messages (765hp) | Let's not make up stories. There were never any chronic problems with N20. BMW could have redesigned the chain for numerous reasons. N20 engines have been around for quite some time. If they were exploding left and right we would be seeing posts on this and other BMW forums. Sure, someone could have gotten a lemon-N20.
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| forgin (220hp) | Maybe it's not as chronic as with N54 injectors or N52 water pumps, but it is a known problem, especially with N47 engines. Just search for the N20 chain. The biggest problem with these timing chain problems is that they can lead to catastrophic engine failures that cost a lot of money. I would much rather deal with replacing multiple injectors or the water pump than dealing with a timing chain failure. http://www.rightfootdown.com/cars/au...nents-n26-too/ Quote: Originally posted by COBodom Let's not make up stories. There were never any chronic problems with N20. BMW could have redesigned the chain for numerous reasons. N20 engines have been around for quite some time. If they were exploding left and right we would be seeing posts on this and other BMW forums. Sure, someone could have gotten a lemon-N20.
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| yo2002 (857hp) | Quote: Originally written by BigKutta. Does the N20 really explode left and right?! That's the first thing I heard. It seems like people are having oil pressure and timing chain issues with the N20. n52 seems more reliable.
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| natas666 (585hp) | Interesting link. It looks like BMW may not proactively replace the timing chain on N20 vehicles with increased noise levels at the front of the N20 engine. I would imagine that if a critical part like this is clearly determined to be defective, a full recall should be in order. I am not aware of such a recall. In my opinion, this definitely does not fall into the “chronic” or “left and right agitation” category. However, I understand that breaking the chain is a lot of money (I've only heard of one case), so some may prefer N52\N54\N47 and a number of more common but significantly cheaper problems to deal with . I would choose an N20 for the third time without hesitation.
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| 111111qq (54hp) | Quote: Originally written by BMW528er Sucks, this has to be my first post but I had mixed feelings about this car so I never posted because I don't know if I hate this car or just miss my last one. I wanted to post this just because a total nightmare has been avoided by a few months and people are thinking about financing these cars or even driving them without a warranty. This seems completely crazy to me at the moment, and from what I've found out, my story isn't all that rare. It's like a time bomb or a grenade. As if there were no signs of a problem, just one day there was a drivetrain malfunction and high engine oil pressure. The car went into limp mode the next day when it started, was able to drive but only in limp mode as it was Thanksgiving, left it one day, the next day it would start and died, had to have it towed and $25,000 Dollars later, parts were replaced. The car is like new again. The only good thing is probably that in sport mode the car no longer jerks and shifts more smoothly, but still a far cry from all the other models I drove 2-4 and 6, but those were all models from 2015. I have the feeling that they simply drive better. Anyway, a lot of the timing chain guide broke and the rest has metal all over it. What I still don't realize now is that I bought this car because I was afraid of buying BMW in general, but especially higher engine models, more packages to break, I really wanted it testing, reading all these threads had led me to believe that these cars just broke down. But for a car that cost me 22k and I don't really drive, I work from home just a few miles here and there around the block and this happens and I've only had it for a few months. To top it off, everything was replaced with the same parts that could easily fail again and BMW does not provide any additional warranty unless it happened to me out of warranty and I paid. Because I modify cars, I never thought about leasing, and when I met people who offer leasing and modifications I never understood it, but now I do. In my opinion you are no better than BMW for asking you to put in the effort to own these cars. When these cars break down, they make more money and they will never run out of customers. Anyway, to wrap things up: I really want to get out of this car, but because I've already done about 12,000 modifications (which cost me 7,500) and now everything has been replaced, I'm sure it's hurting the resale value has. Why would I do all this to a brand I'm afraid of and a car I never really wanted? The first car I learned to drive was a BMW. The first car I fell in love with was a BMW, which my family had owned many times, and I guess it was just on my wish list. The other problem I have is that I have to modify every car. I just don't like production vehicles, which is why I've never leased them. I bought this car on March 16th this year and actually wanted a 4 series when it came out but at a higher price and I thought the N20 engine would suck just like in F10. I never drove one until I got this, I don't know why, some reason they drive better. That's why a 640 GC was the right car for me as it has all the options I want and four doors, but I couldn't find one at the price and specifications I wanted, with a warranty, or I
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| 240178 (887hp) | Quote: Originally written by Ickdeep. I'm not sure yet. I'm debating what I want next, BMW or Merc, but part of me also wants a lifted truck...discussions...get both! It's nice to have the best of both worlds! It's nice and convenient to have a truck when you need to haul around big things like furniture, large boxes, or crap, but at the same time, having it lifted takes truck ownership to a whole new level.
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| doll (544hp) | Quote: Originally written by Ickdeep. I'm not sure yet. I'm debating what I want next, BMW or Merc, but part of me also wants a lifted truck... Discussions... http://www.2040-cars.com/Ford/E-Seri... ck- van-279309/ Get one of these...conversion van/dual tow hitch, could be a pretty cheap restoration project...and something cool like FVCK to drive around...and get an older AMG to drive , if the weather cooperates. Good!
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| MaximusB (488hp) | My wife and I took our wedding photos and they took a few photos of the Bimmer
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| SteveL1 (258hp) | I still get wedding photos from the car
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| joaopaulo (683hp) | New car is here. F10 M5! I'll still be here on 5-fours here and there. Feel free to follow the new build: https://f10.m5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1563162 Delete old SIG silencer with 3.5 tips | CF front lip and diffuser H&R springs|BurgerTuning spacers | Black 351 wheels sold 11/20/2018
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| 24051992 (404hp) | hnngggg fk me m5 so good! have fun with the new car!
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| bigcountry (908hp) | I looked at your rims and tires but couldn't see the spec. Is it 19 with 245/40/19 front and 275/35/19 rear??
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| puttee (913hp) | Quote: Originally posted by sengot I looked at your rims and tires but couldn't see the spec. Is it 19 with 245/40/19 front and 275/35/19 rear? Hey! My 535i had an X-drive, so I had the same front and rear (245/40R19). The reason the rear looks wider is because I had wider spacers at the back. Edit: Posted a little throwback photo from my annual trip to Oregon. Same location, 1 year per part
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| aliali1 (788hp) | Great color
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| overload (454hp) | Quote: Originally written by Ickdeep. I'm not sure yet. I'm debating what I want next, BMW or Merc, but part of me also wants a lifted truck...discussions...get both! It's nice to have the best of both worlds! It's nice and convenient to have a truck when you need to haul around big things like furniture, large boxes, or crap, but at the same time, having it lifted takes truck ownership to a whole new level.
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| 110876 (505hp) | Quote: Originally written by Ickdeep. I'm not sure yet. I'm debating what I want next, BMW or Merc, but part of me also wants a lifted truck... Discussions... http://www.2040-cars.com/Ford/E-Seri... ck- van-279309/ Get one of these...conversion van/dual tow hitch, could be a pretty cheap restoration project...and something cool like FVCK to drive around...and get an older AMG to drive , if the weather cooperates. Good!
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| harveybajwa (25hp) | My wife and I took our wedding photos and they took a few photos of the Bimmer
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| tweety14 (491hp) | I still get wedding photos from the car
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| shinee (555hp) | New car is here. F10 M5! I'll still be here on 5-fours here and there. Feel free to follow the new build: https://f10.m5post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1563162 Delete old SIG silencer with 3.5 tips | CF front lip and diffuser H&R springs|BurgerTuning spacers | Black 351 wheels sold 11/20/2018
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| vanhelsing (108hp) | hnngggg fk me m5 so good! have fun with the new car!
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| nameless1 (63hp) | I looked at your rims and tires but couldn't see the spec. Is it 19 with 245/40/19 front and 275/35/19 rear??
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| finale (710hp) | Quote: Originally posted by sengot I looked at your rims and tires but couldn't see the spec. Is it 19 with 245/40/19 front and 275/35/19 rear? Hey! My 535i had an X-drive, so I had the same front and rear (245/40R19). The reason the rear looks wider is because I had wider spacers at the back. Edit: Posted a little throwback photo from my annual trip to Oregon. Same location, 1 year per part
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| angela5 (925hp) | Great color
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| 198023 (849hp) | Hello everyone, I bought a certified used vehicle (Series 5, F10 520d SE 2010) from a BMW dealer a month and a half ago and I really like the way it drives etc. Fairly new to BMW (have had Mercedes cars for 8 years). ) and I recently read that I could buy a BMW online app (a customized version for older vehicles) which includes a number of features including RTTI (the one I'm interested in). But when I bought it (the 12-month subscription was £120), the BMW online app stopped working. I called BMW online support and they discovered that there was a problem with the BMW online service with the portal or server from Germany and therefore had to wait for the German BMW team to investigate the error - it took two and a half weeks, until progress has been made. A week ago BMW Online suddenly started working and it was impressive to see what features it offered, if I'm honest (Being able to connect my email, weather forecast, search online for the best gas station prices, parking wherever you are, etc .). .), but the RTTI still didn't work. When I select the gray Live Traffic map, the navigation screen is gray with no green, orange, or red lines confirming real-time traffic. I spent a lot of time, did some research and called BMW's online support again and they said it should work fine (they checked my vehicle's VIN number and said it was fine so it's normal work). When I select the service status under "Connected Drive", I constantly get the message that "no active data transfer" is taking place, which is apparently essential for receiving traffic updates. The BMW online help recommended that I book my car at a BMW service center to have my vehicle completely checked. I did this by booking my car with the same dealer I purchased my vehicle from and they looked at it. At first the BMW staff didn't know what I was talking about and thought my traffic information was working fine, i.e. normal traffic information was displayed in the navigation link, but that was not the RTTI. They then understood and suggested that the car get a full download with software update as it apparently has never been updated since the car was built (now 7 years old). The download completed and unfortunately it did nothing to make RTTI work. The worst part is that I have a USB audio interface (from the center console) that I used to play my songs with my iPod classic and now it doesn't work. I suspect that the navigation system is “lost” during the software update. This meant that BMW had to give me a rental car today as my car is with BMW to sort this issue out... You can imagine how frustrating that was as I was making every effort hoping this whole matter would be sorted out with RTTI only to come out worse than I expected. Now BMW employees say my car is too old to receive RTTI as it only applies to vehicles manufactured from July 2011. Does anyone know if this is the case? Or is there another way to get it working? Personally, I find it really hard to believe that it can't receive this when the sat nav and all the software are ready to receive... I welcome any thoughts, suggestions or advice (sorry for my long thread!). Thank you.
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| JustinGTP (866hp) | This is almost certainly because your Combox uses 3G telephony. The or your Connected Drive subscription has expired. I believe in this model year until at least 2013 (like mine) the transferable subscription was only valid for four years from the initial in-service date. Anyway, if you search for both on Google you will learn a lot.
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| submarine (500hp) | Yes, you will need to renew the Connected Drive subscription, which costs £120 per year in the UK. In my opinion, it's worth it considering how much time it might save you when you have to avoid traffic jams. Currently all you have is TMC which is better than nothing but not nearly as good. RTTI accuracy is only 200-300 yards in cities, which is very impressive. You should be able to renew online. However, if you have any problems, BMW Genius Online or your local dealer should be able to help you.
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| b_u_d (923hp) | Thank you for your answers. I think I mentioned in my first thread that I paid for my annual subscription to receive BMW online services and was assured that the payment also included RTTI... so I'm not sure what I otherwise should do?
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| nicole95 (17hp) | Hello everyone, just a quick update to share with you: The BMW service center finally updated all the software in my car and also got the USB audio back, but unfortunately no improvement with the RTTI. They are assuming that my car is "too old" to keep since the RTTI was built for cars manufactured after 2011 (my model is 2010). However, I think there must be a way to get it since I've read people getting RTTI on E models. My car has the business navigation system (large screen navigation system S609A Professional) with the correct combox (S6VCA control for combox), but it seems that I don't have the active ConnectedDrive subscription (6AK) - I was signed up by BMW Online -Informed the help team (after checking my car's VIN) that it would be available, which is why I purchased the BMW online subscription. It's very frustrating to say the least. I called BMW's online help center to file a complaint and they sent a request to Germany to review my case. It's been over 2 weeks now with no news or updates. I'm wondering if anyone has come across something similar? I live in London and was wondering if there is a specialist who can advise me or do the correct programming or software or hardware installation to make it work in my car? It would complete all my goals and it would be great if RTTI could fully work... Any recommendation or advice would be appreciated! Thank you in advance.
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| anonim (213hp) | Here are two images showing what is currently happening without RTTI...
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| honeys1 (16hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 They are assuming that my car is "too old" to preserve since the RTTI was built for cars made after 2011 (my model is 2010). However, I think there must be a way to get it since I've read people getting RTTI on E models. My car has the business navigation system (large screen navigation system S609A Professional) with the correct combox (S6VCA control for combox), but it seems that I don't have the active ConnectedDrive subscription (6AK) - I always understood, that RTTI is only included with CIC-HIGH (NBT) – 2012, not CIC – 2008, which you and I have in our builds before September 2011. My car (609A with all the extra bits) only receives TMC, which is lower quality traffic updates. I've used ConnectedDrive continuously since I've owned the car and take out the subscription every year, mine costs £140 per year.
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| hoping (104hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 Here are two pictures showing what's happening at the moment without RTTI... You don't see the bottom status box on your screen. When my initials are active, “TMC” is displayed in the bottom status field of my car. I'm assuming you select a target and look for the TMC/RTTI function under guidance. I understand (User Guide) that the icon turns red when information affects your calculated route. Under guidance, the bottom status panel (bottom right/right) is active and there are icons everywhere on my screen. You can also select the active information list using the traffic information menu/icon. Are you getting traffic information and is it turned on? Navigation, options, receive traffic information.
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| aleksandr.ustinov.2012 (770hp) | Yes, RTTI was introduced around 2012. My car was one of the first to get it in April 2012.
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| babyfaby (328hp) | Quote: Originally written by AP. Yes, RTTI was introduced around 2012. My car was one of the first to get it in April 2012. I can't imagine how the OP hopes to get RTTI. But it doesn't look like there's any evidence of TMC. Either not turned on and/or no navigation guidance to try out.
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| 08071986 (140hp) | Thank you everyone for your current answers! I wondered if anyone would get in touch with me at some point. I can confirm that all settings are enabled to receive traffic information. I see what you mean by the bottom panel (right side) in my navigation screen. From time to time only TMC is displayed. My annual subscription is running (I paid £140 on July 17th). Today (finally) I received a call from BMW online support and they said that I should "receive" RTTI as it is part of the annual subscription. However, when I inquired further, they confirmed that my car was "too old" to receive RTTI. Vehicles built from the end of September 2011 work with a different “iDrive” system... This is a shame in my opinion. I would have thought the car could still be up to date with identical navigation screen, combox etc. However, I'm wondering if there is anyone out there who might know a way around getting the RTTI working?
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| cello (583hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete Your screen is not displaying the bottom status panel. When my initials are active, “TMC” is displayed in the bottom status field of my car. I'm assuming you select a target and look for the TMC/RTTI function under guidance. I understand (User Guide) that the icon turns red when information affects your calculated route. Under guidance, the bottom status panel (bottom right/right) is active and there are icons everywhere on my screen. You can also select the active information list using the traffic information menu/icon. Are you getting traffic information and is it turned on? Navigation, options, receive traffic information. In fact, all of these are selected. Also annoying thing is that I ticked that I want the weather conditions to be shown on the map, but unfortunately that never shows up... Would be nice to have - but not a necessity, but the thing is if they show it as an option and you I think you might get it. There's nothing more frustrating to see that it can't be displayed because my car's model year doesn't support this feature. I would prefer if they didn't show it in the options...
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| 210888 (644hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete I have always understood that RTTI only ships with CIC-HIGH (NBT) - 2012, not CIC - 2008, which you and I have in our pre-September 2011 builds. My car (609A with all the extra bits) only receives TMC, which is lower quality traffic updates. I've been using ConnectedDrive continuously since I've had the car and take out the subscription every year, mine costs £140 per year. Thank you for the useful information with CIC. I share with you the frustration of only getting TMC... Have you tried to find a BMW geek who might be able to find a way out of this problem? I read some materials (in the US and Portugal where there is a guy who "managed" to get the RTTI for vehicles older than yours and me)...
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| deadline (22hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 In fact, all of these are selected. Also annoying thing is that I ticked that I want the weather conditions to be shown on the map, but unfortunately that never shows up... Would be nice to have - but not a necessity, but the thing is if they show it as an option and you I think you might get it. There's nothing more frustrating to see that it can't be displayed because my car's model year doesn't support this feature. I'd rather not show it in the options... I'm not sure what you expect. I get temperature and weather symbols, traffic signs, traffic delays, etc. on the map. In addition, the info screen list is automatically activated if there are traffic jams on the route. The lower status box/field indicates whether TMC is active or not. You didn't say whether you use navigation guidance when the TMC indicator is displayed. I noticed that my (TMC) only works with route guidance. Without specifying a navigation destination it doesn't seem to work. TP (Radio Traffic Reports) is the only bit that always works when turned on. Up here in the Highlands there isn't much need for anything better than TMC, so upgrading to RTTI wasn't even considered.
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| fenway1 (368hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete I'm not sure what you're expecting. I get temperature and weather symbols, traffic signs, traffic delays, etc. on the map. In addition, the info screen list is automatically activated if there are traffic jams on the route. Sure, I was expecting to see temperature and weather symbols, but that's not the case. Interesting to read that you put this on display! I'm not sure why I don't have this on??? Quote: The bottom status box/field shows whether TMC is active or not. I didn't pay much attention to it before - but I remember sometimes seeing the gray box at the bottom right of the screen. I suspect it's on when I select a target. Quote: You didn't say whether you use navigation guidance when the TMC indicator is displayed. I noticed that my (TMC) only works with route guidance. Without specifying a navigation destination it doesn't seem to work. TP (Radio Traffic Reports) is the only bit that always works when turned on. Honestly, I'm not sure if this is enabled or not (I haven't paid too much attention to it yet - I've only been driving this car for 2 months), but I think it might do the same thing as yours, there I see TP often mainly. Quote: Up here in the Highlands there isn't much need to have anything better than TMC, so upgrading to RTTI wasn't even considered. I understand what you mean. Since I live in London, I would like this RTTI to work as it would help me beat traffic jams and traffic jams, especially during school hours!!
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| ladiesman2 (948hp) | It has been said, but I confirm, that RTTI was introduced in 2012 with HU_NBT and is delivered to these major devices via an active Conencted Drive subscription. HU_CIC can only receive TMC, so unfortunately you're out of luck.
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| chubby2 (756hp) | Quote: Originally posted by mrashton It has been said, but I confirm, that RTTI was introduced in 2012 with HU_NBT and is delivered on these head units via an active Conencted Drive subscription. HU_CIC can only receive TMC, so unfortunately you're out of luck. Thank you for the confirmation.
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| mc1234 (329hp) | Quote: [Quote]Originally posted by HighlandPete View Post I'm not sure what you expect. I get temperature and weather symbols, traffic signs, traffic delays, etc. on the map. In addition, the info screen list is automatically activated if there are traffic jams on the route. Sure, I was expecting to see temperature and weather symbols, but that's not the case. Interesting to read that you put this on display! I'm not sure why I don't have this on? I zoom out to 10 miles, which is what the weather signs show... When the destination is selected, the bottom gray box shows TMC...
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| 13011986 (493hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 I looked at this again and now I know how to see the weather signs: I have to select a destination for it to appear and only when I zoom out to 10 miles do I see the weather signs show. .. When the destination is selected, TMC will be displayed in the bottom gray box... Looks like your TMC is working properly. It works like this for me. When I'm out and about and zoom out, the entire screen can be covered in weather/temperature and road construction icons.
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| Secure (308hp) | Quote: Originally written by HighlandPete. Looks like your TMC is working as it should, that's how it works for me. When I'm out and about and zoom out, the entire screen can be covered in weather/temperature and road construction icons. Thanks. I feel a little relieved now. It's a shame though that we can't see everything on RTTI with the green, orange and red lines on the roads that I was mainly looking for!
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| 198209 (538hp) | Quote: Originally written by Nico2014 Thanks. I feel a little relieved now. Too bad we can't see everything on RTTI with the green, orange and red lines on the roads that I was mainly looking for! According to my car's owner's manual (July 2011), we have the option with TMC. I can't say I saw it as I don't usually travel in heavy traffic. I saw the other obstacle icons and the information menu.
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| kitty22 (11hp) | Quote: Originally written by HighlandPete According to my car's owner's manual (July 2011), we have the TMC option. I can't say I saw it as I don't usually travel in heavy traffic. I saw the other obstacle icons and the information menu. Interesting that you mentioned that - for that to work you would probably have to select the "gray map to visualize this traffic information" in addition to selecting a destination... This is where I think the system missed the trick: Yes, I do I am a lot been driving in and out of London and haven't seen these colors yet (I'd have to try by selecting a destination to see if anything pops up). But on the whole I know my way around London quite well, so I tend not to choose a destination, which means that the TMC may not work fully, i.e. not display all the additional functions (green/orange/red traffic conditions, weather signs). In my opinion they should just be "active" all the time, I shouldn't have to select a destination to see the weather or traffic conditions around me... Well, nothing can be absolutely perfect I guess.
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| chooch (614hp) | Hello everyone, I bought a certified used vehicle (Series 5, F10 520d SE 2010) from a BMW dealer a month and a half ago and I really like the way it drives etc. Fairly new to BMW (have had Mercedes cars for 8 years). ) and I recently read that I could buy a BMW online app (a customized version for older vehicles) which includes a number of features including RTTI (the one I'm interested in). But when I bought it (the 12-month subscription was £120), the BMW online app stopped working. I called BMW online support and they discovered that there was a problem with the BMW online service with the portal or server from Germany and therefore had to wait for the German BMW team to investigate the error - it took two and a half weeks, until progress has been made. A week ago BMW Online suddenly started working and it was impressive to see what features it offered, if I'm honest (Being able to connect my email, weather forecast, search online for the best gas station prices, parking wherever you are, etc .). .), but the RTTI still didn't work. When I select the gray Live Traffic map, the navigation screen is gray with no green, orange, or red lines confirming real-time traffic. I spent a lot of time, did some research and called BMW's online support again and they said it should work fine (they checked my vehicle's VIN number and said it was fine so it's normal work). When I select the service status under "Connected Drive", I constantly get the message that "no active data transfer" is taking place, which is apparently essential for receiving traffic updates. The BMW online help recommended that I book my car at a BMW service center to have my vehicle completely checked. I did this by booking my car with the same dealer I purchased my vehicle from and they looked at it. At first the BMW staff didn't know what I was talking about and thought my traffic information was working fine, i.e. normal traffic information was displayed in the navigation link, but that was not the RTTI. They then understood and suggested that the car get a full download with software update as it apparently has never been updated since the car was built (now 7 years old). The download completed and unfortunately it did nothing to make RTTI work. The worst part is that I have a USB audio interface (from the center console) that I used to play my songs with my iPod classic and now it doesn't work. I suspect that the navigation system is “lost” during the software update. This meant that BMW had to give me a rental car today as my car is with BMW to sort this issue out... You can imagine how frustrating that was as I was making every effort hoping this whole matter would be sorted out with RTTI only to come out worse than I expected. Now BMW employees say my car is too old to receive RTTI as it only applies to vehicles manufactured from July 2011. Does anyone know if this is the case? Or is there another way to get it working? Personally, I find it really hard to believe that it can't receive this when the sat nav and all the software are ready to receive... I welcome any thoughts, suggestions or advice (sorry for my long thread!). Thank you.
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| samsung69 (996hp) | This is almost certainly because your Combox uses 3G telephony. The or your Connected Drive subscription has expired. I believe in this model year until at least 2013 (like mine) the transferable subscription was only valid for four years from the initial in-service date. Anyway, if you search for both on Google you will learn a lot.
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| 24011987 (747hp) | Yes, you will need to renew the Connected Drive subscription, which costs £120 per year in the UK. In my opinion, it's worth it considering how much time it might save you when you have to avoid traffic jams. Currently all you have is TMC which is better than nothing but not nearly as good. RTTI accuracy is only 200-300 yards in cities, which is very impressive. You should be able to renew online. However, if you have any problems, BMW Genius Online or your local dealer should be able to help you.
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| happy2009 (482hp) | Thank you for your answers. I think I mentioned in my first thread that I paid for my annual subscription to receive BMW online services and was assured that the payment also included RTTI... so I'm not sure what I otherwise should do?
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| TonyMM (750hp) | Hello everyone, just a quick update to share with you: The BMW service center finally updated all the software in my car and also got the USB audio back, but unfortunately no improvement with the RTTI. They are assuming that my car is "too old" to keep since the RTTI was built for cars manufactured after 2011 (my model is 2010). However, I think there must be a way to get it since I've read people getting RTTI on E models. My car has the business navigation system (large screen navigation system S609A Professional) with the correct combox (S6VCA control for combox), but it seems that I don't have the active ConnectedDrive subscription (6AK) - I was signed up by BMW Online -Informed the help team (after checking my car's VIN) that it would be available, which is why I purchased the BMW online subscription. It's very frustrating to say the least. I called BMW's online help center to file a complaint and they sent a request to Germany to review my case. It's been over 2 weeks now with no news or updates. I'm wondering if anyone has come across something similar? I live in London and was wondering if there is a specialist who can advise me or do the correct programming or software or hardware installation to make it work in my car? It would complete all my goals and it would be great if RTTI could fully work... Any recommendation or advice would be appreciated! Thank you in advance.
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| karapuz (724hp) | Here are two images showing what is currently happening without RTTI...
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| 137137 (806hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 They are assuming that my car is "too old" to preserve since the RTTI was built for cars made after 2011 (my model is 2010). However, I think there must be a way to get it since I've read people getting RTTI on E models. My car has the business navigation system (large screen navigation system S609A Professional) with the correct combox (S6VCA control for combox), but it seems that I don't have the active ConnectedDrive subscription (6AK) - I always understood, that RTTI is only included with CIC-HIGH (NBT) – 2012, not CIC – 2008, which you and I have in our builds before September 2011. My car (609A with all the extra bits) only receives TMC, which is lower quality traffic updates. I've used ConnectedDrive continuously since I've owned the car and take out the subscription every year, mine costs £140 per year.
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| familia4 (567hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 Here are two pictures showing what's happening at the moment without RTTI... You don't see the bottom status box on your screen. When my initials are active, “TMC” is displayed in the bottom status field of my car. I'm assuming you select a target and look for the TMC/RTTI function under guidance. I understand (User Guide) that the icon turns red when information affects your calculated route. Under guidance, the bottom status panel (bottom right/right) is active and there are icons everywhere on my screen. You can also select the active information list using the traffic information menu/icon. Are you getting traffic information and is it turned on? Navigation, options, receive traffic information.
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| eminem21 (878hp) | Yes, RTTI was introduced around 2012. My car was one of the first to get it in April 2012.
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| Jmo550 (501hp) | Quote: Originally written by AP. Yes, RTTI was introduced around 2012. My car was one of the first to get it in April 2012. I can't imagine how the OP hopes to get RTTI. But it doesn't look like there's any evidence of TMC. Either not turned on and/or no navigation guidance to try out.
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| 16021989 (498hp) | Thank you everyone for your current answers! I wondered if anyone would get in touch with me at some point. I can confirm that all settings are enabled to receive traffic information. I see what you mean by the bottom panel (right side) in my navigation screen. From time to time only TMC is displayed. My annual subscription is running (I paid £140 on July 17th). Today (finally) I received a call from BMW online support and they said that I should "receive" RTTI as it is part of the annual subscription. However, when I inquired further, they confirmed that my car was "too old" to receive RTTI. Vehicles built from the end of September 2011 work with a different “iDrive” system... This is a shame in my opinion. I would have thought the car could still be up to date with identical navigation screen, combox etc. However, I'm wondering if there is anyone out there who might know a way around getting the RTTI working?
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| 23101987 (345hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete Your screen is not displaying the bottom status panel. When my initials are active, “TMC” is displayed in the bottom status field of my car. I'm assuming you select a target and look for the TMC/RTTI function under guidance. I understand (User Guide) that the icon turns red when information affects your calculated route. Under guidance, the bottom status panel (bottom right/right) is active and there are icons everywhere on my screen. You can also select the active information list using the traffic information menu/icon. Are you getting traffic information and is it turned on? Navigation, options, receive traffic information. In fact, all of these are selected. Also annoying thing is that I ticked that I want the weather conditions to be shown on the map, but unfortunately that never shows up... Would be nice to have - but not a necessity, but the thing is if they show it as an option and you I think you might get it. There's nothing more frustrating to see that it can't be displayed because my car's model year doesn't support this feature. I would prefer if they didn't show it in the options...
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| BlueElectrin (495hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete I have always understood that RTTI only ships with CIC-HIGH (NBT) - 2012, not CIC - 2008, which you and I have in our pre-September 2011 builds. My car (609A with all the extra bits) only receives TMC, which is lower quality traffic updates. I've been using ConnectedDrive continuously since I've had the car and take out the subscription every year, mine costs £140 per year. Thank you for the useful information with CIC. I share with you the frustration of only getting TMC... Have you tried to find a BMW geek who might be able to find a way out of this problem? I read some materials (in the US and Portugal where there is a guy who "managed" to get the RTTI for vehicles older than yours and me)...
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| 110200 (739hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 In fact, all of these are selected. Also annoying thing is that I ticked that I want the weather conditions to be shown on the map, but unfortunately that never shows up... Would be nice to have - but not a necessity, but the thing is if they show it as an option and you I think you might get it. There's nothing more frustrating to see that it can't be displayed because my car's model year doesn't support this feature. I'd rather not show it in the options... I'm not sure what you expect. I get temperature and weather symbols, traffic signs, traffic delays, etc. on the map. In addition, the info screen list is automatically activated if there are traffic jams on the route. The lower status box/field indicates whether TMC is active or not. You didn't say whether you use navigation guidance when the TMC indicator is displayed. I noticed that my (TMC) only works with route guidance. Without specifying a navigation destination it doesn't seem to work. TP (Radio Traffic Reports) is the only bit that always works when turned on. Up here in the Highlands there isn't much need for anything better than TMC, so upgrading to RTTI wasn't even considered.
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| liverpool05 (590hp) | Quote: Originally posted by HighlandPete I'm not sure what you're expecting. I get temperature and weather symbols, traffic signs, traffic delays, etc. on the map. In addition, the info screen list is automatically activated if there are traffic jams on the route. Sure, I was expecting to see temperature and weather symbols, but that's not the case. Interesting to read that you put this on display! I'm not sure why I don't have this on??? Quote: The bottom status box/field shows whether TMC is active or not. I didn't pay much attention to it before - but I remember sometimes seeing the gray box at the bottom right of the screen. I suspect it's on when I select a target. Quote: You didn't say whether you use navigation guidance when the TMC indicator is displayed. I noticed that my (TMC) only works with route guidance. Without specifying a navigation destination it doesn't seem to work. TP (Radio Traffic Reports) is the only bit that always works when turned on. Honestly, I'm not sure if this is enabled or not (I haven't paid too much attention to it yet - I've only been driving this car for 2 months), but I think it might do the same thing as yours, there I see TP often mainly. Quote: Up here in the Highlands there isn't much need to have anything better than TMC, so upgrading to RTTI wasn't even considered. I understand what you mean. Since I live in London, I would like this RTTI to work as it would help me beat traffic jams and traffic jams, especially during school hours!!
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| floyd123 (832hp) | It has been said, but I confirm, that RTTI was introduced in 2012 with HU_NBT and is delivered to these major devices via an active Conencted Drive subscription. HU_CIC can only receive TMC, so unfortunately you're out of luck.
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| voltron1 (895hp) | Quote: Originally posted by mrashton It has been said, but I confirm, that RTTI was introduced in 2012 with HU_NBT and is delivered on these head units via an active Conencted Drive subscription. HU_CIC can only receive TMC, so unfortunately you're out of luck. Thank you for the confirmation.
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| tazz (724hp) | Quote: [Quote]Originally posted by HighlandPete View Post I'm not sure what you expect. I get temperature and weather symbols, traffic signs, traffic delays, etc. on the map. In addition, the info screen list is automatically activated if there are traffic jams on the route. Sure, I was expecting to see temperature and weather symbols, but that's not the case. Interesting to read that you put this on display! I'm not sure why I don't have this on? I zoom out to 10 miles, which is what the weather signs show... When the destination is selected, the bottom gray box shows TMC...
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| 240192 (341hp) | Quote: Originally posted by Nico2014 I looked at this again and now I know how to see the weather signs: I have to select a destination for it to appear and only when I zoom out to 10 miles do I see the weather signs show. .. When the destination is selected, TMC will be displayed in the bottom gray box... Looks like your TMC is working properly. It works like this for me. When I'm out and about and zoom out, the entire screen can be covered in weather/temperature and road construction icons.
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| guitarman (892hp) | Quote: Originally written by HighlandPete. Looks like your TMC is working as it should, that's how it works for me. When I'm out and about and zoom out, the entire screen can be covered in weather/temperature and road construction icons. Thanks. I feel a little relieved now. It's a shame though that we can't see everything on RTTI with the green, orange and red lines on the roads that I was mainly looking for!
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| finland1 (65hp) | Quote: Originally written by Nico2014 Thanks. I feel a little relieved now. Too bad we can't see everything on RTTI with the green, orange and red lines on the roads that I was mainly looking for! According to my car's owner's manual (July 2011), we have the option with TMC. I can't say I saw it as I don't usually travel in heavy traffic. I saw the other obstacle icons and the information menu.
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| Brian N (65hp) | Quote: Originally written by HighlandPete According to my car's owner's manual (July 2011), we have the TMC option. I can't say I saw it as I don't usually travel in heavy traffic. I saw the other obstacle icons and the information menu. Interesting that you mentioned that - for that to work you would probably have to select the "gray map to visualize this traffic information" in addition to selecting a destination... This is where I think the system missed the trick: Yes, I do I am a lot been driving in and out of London and haven't seen these colors yet (I'd have to try by selecting a destination to see if anything pops up). But on the whole I know my way around London quite well, so I tend not to choose a destination, which means that the TMC may not work fully, i.e. not display all the additional functions (green/orange/red traffic conditions, weather signs). In my opinion they should just be "active" all the time, I shouldn't have to select a destination to see the weather or traffic conditions around me... Well, nothing can be absolutely perfect I guess.
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| 13011995 (611hp) | I have a loose connector on my N63TU right next to the steering column right under the air intake manifold. Does anyone know what it is connected to? It's very short and there's nothing to plug it into. The parts department tells me that BMW has wiring harnesses with other options, but technology says "no" and there should be something connected. This is on my 2015 x5, I posted there but no reply.
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| 15051993 (969hp) | I have a loose connector on my N63TU right next to the steering column right under the air intake manifold. Does anyone know what it is connected to? It's very short and there's nothing to plug it into. The parts department tells me that BMW has wiring harnesses with other options, but technology says "no" and there should be something connected. This is on my 2015 x5, I posted there but no reply.
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| 777kroxa (852hp) | Great review... Car still looks great after a year. Your MPG is pretty impressive too!!
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| f10m-tech (597hp) | Thanks, yes, I just use the car and generally only use it on weekends. Since it's not used for commuting, fuel economy is pretty good. I recommend anyone thinking about buying an F10 to at least try a 530d, even if they've always been a petrolhead - you'll be surprised. With the exception of the steering and suspension (at least passively) it's a really, really good car. a 7 for the price of one 5.
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| ole (986hp) | Quote: Originally written by AP This is very strange. At least you get RTTI, otherwise I would have assumed your subscription was active for some reason (it took a few weeks for my subscription to complete after purchasing the car). If you take off the split screen and just have the map as a whole screen you do. The RTTI overlay? I finally came back and played. Turns out I was looking in the wrong menu to find the feature to enable... You need to select "Nav" as your main option, then slide the iDrive controller to the right and make sure splitting isn't enabled (i.e. widescreen view of the navigation system). card only). Then scroll down to check the gray map/traffic status view option. So far I've been in either the split screen view options or the main Settings menu. Another case of RTFM... Well, that's what I say, but I've done it so many times... Anyway, thanks again for the review and the impetus to look into it again!
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| 231977 (473hp) | Quote: Originally written by en1gma. Finally got back and played. Turns out I was looking in the wrong menu to find the feature to enable... You need to select "Nav" as your main option, then slide the iDrive controller to the right and make sure splitting isn't enabled (i.e. widescreen view of the navigation system). card only). Then scroll down to check the gray map/traffic status view option. So far I've been in either the split screen view options or the main Settings menu. Another case of RTFM... Well, that's what I say, but I've done it so many times... Anyway, thanks again for the review and the impetus to look into it again! good, sorted. I have to admit that I found the spilled screen a bit strange at first.
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| player11 (884hp) | Great review, great car!
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| Jamrockbwoy (699hp) | Great review, spot on for the HUD. It makes your daily driving much easier, especially on the highway. I hope they improve the steering feel with the LCI.
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| butter13 (272hp) | Quick question from your review... How do I disable the active part? Quote: Originally written by AP Automatic Cruise Control Another feature I use regularly on highways. Very relaxing in heavy traffic (M25), where the car maintains a certain distance from the car in front. You can choose the spacing, I usually have the default of 3 bars and 4 when wet. If a car cuts you or jumps in front of you, the car may brake sharply to maintain distance. You will quickly learn how it works and when you need to intervene. The stop-and-go feature is a bit strange at first, as you're not sure whether the car will actually stop or not, but you get a sense again of when it will and when you need to cover the brake or apply something Brake pressure. You can turn off the active part of it if you want and use traditional cruise control if you want, but I'm not sure I personally see the point.
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| rocky06 (489hp) | If you press and hold one of the buttons on the steering wheel to adjust your ACC distance for a few seconds, the cruise control will switch back to conventional cruise control. If you press the distance button again, it will switch back to ACC.
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| baritone (818hp) | Quote: Originally written by AP: If you press and hold one of the buttons on the steering wheel to adjust your ACC distance for a few seconds, the cruise control will switch to conventional cruise control. If you press the distance button again, it will switch back to ACC. Thanks... learned something new today. I tested it this morning and it works as advertised.
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| ghana123 (288hp) | It's nice to discover a new, hidden gem on the car, especially if you've had it for a while. I also discovered (new to me) that if you set the speed limiter and the car goes down a fairly steep road, for example, the speed increases. Once it gets 5 mph over the assigned limit, you'll get an alert on the HUD and dashboard, accompanied by some bongs.
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