Can you code TPMS Rdc with BimmerCode

lucid21 · 07-02-2023, 06:27 PM

My Rdc unit failed (2011 550i MSport) and I replaced it (under the rear bumper). That obviously didn't do it because the Rdc needs to be recoded. Then I used BimmerCode, recoded the CAS module (in novice mode by changing one of the parameters) and that somehow established the connection to the new unit and I got pressure/temp info. However, that seems to be temporary. If I turn off the ignition, I get the TMP error again and if I check with BimmerLink, I see the error "RDC unit/module not coded" or something very close (didn't write it down). I can repeat this process to make it connect but connection is lost once the ignition is turned off.

Does anyone know if I can code the new Rdc unit with BimmerCode? I tried to find documentation on the BimmerCode website but could not.

Thanks in advance.

Unspec · 07-03-2023, 08:24 AM

No. Need Esys.

lucid21 · 07-03-2023, 11:27 PM

OK thanks. It seems like ProTooll beta can do this as well

lucid21 · 07-14-2023, 02:42 PM

Confirming that Bimmergeeks ProTool coding software was able to do this (I just did it). I am not in any affiliated with them. Just letting people know so that they don't pay the dealer $1000 for this repair (I heard that's what people get quoted).

https://www.bimmergeeks.net/

You do need to buy their bluetooth adapter though. Their software doesn't interface with other bluetooth adapters as far as I can tell.

Their coding license is $79.99 and adapter $49.99. Plus, the part which was $286 with shipping. So $416 total. Easy DIY.

07-02-2023, 06:27 PM	#1
lucid21 Private 29 Rep 71 Posts Drives: 2014 6MT M5 Comp Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (0)	Can you code TPMS Rdc with BimmerCode My Rdc unit failed (2011 550i MSport) and I replaced it (under the rear bumper). That obviously didn't do it because the Rdc needs to be recoded. Then I used BimmerCode, recoded the CAS module (in novice mode by changing one of the parameters) and that somehow established the connection to the new unit and I got pressure/temp info. However, that seems to be temporary. If I turn off the ignition, I get the TMP error again and if I check with BimmerLink, I see the error "RDC unit/module not coded" or something very close (didn't write it down). I can repeat this process to make it connect but connection is lost once the ignition is turned off. Does anyone know if I can code the new Rdc unit with BimmerCode? I tried to find documentation on the BimmerCode website but could not. Thanks in advance. __________________ 88 S14 M3 (NASA GTS3 racecar) / 11 6MT 550i M Sport / 14 6MT M5 Competition / 15 X5 50i M Sport (tow vehicle)
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07-14-2023, 02:42 PM	#4
lucid21 Private 29 Rep 71 Posts Drives: 2014 6MT M5 Comp Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (0)	Confirming that Bimmergeeks ProTool coding software was able to do this (I just did it). I am not in any affiliated with them. Just letting people know so that they don't pay the dealer $1000 for this repair (I heard that's what people get quoted). https://www.bimmergeeks.net/ You do need to buy their bluetooth adapter though. Their software doesn't interface with other bluetooth adapters as far as I can tell. Their coding license is $79.99 and adapter $49.99. Plus, the part which was $286 with shipping. So $416 total. Easy DIY. __________________ 88 S14 M3 (NASA GTS3 racecar) / 11 6MT 550i M Sport / 14 6MT M5 Competition / 15 X5 50i M Sport (tow vehicle)
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