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BMW i3 I01 coding: hidden features
Short answer: Our catalogue lists 46 features for the BMW i3 I01 in 12 categories; the largest are screens and instruments (9), lighting (9) and audio (6). We work with ISTA, E-Sys and NCS Expert. Whether a feature fits your car is confirmed at the diagnosis.
| Versions | i3, i3s, i3 REx, i3s REx |
|---|---|
| Chassis | I01 |
| Model years | 2013-2022 |
| Features in the catalogue | 46 |
| Categories | 12 |
| With a condition (option or equipment needed) | 26 |
| Software | ISTA, E-Sys and NCS Expert |
| Workshop | Rotterdam & Waddinxveen, by appointment |
For the BMW i3 I01 (i3, i3s, i3 REx, i3s REx; chassis I01; model years 2013-2022) our catalogue lists 46 features in 12 categories. Below you see per category what we can switch on or retrofit.
Each feature shows how certain we are: “likely possible” means several independent sources confirm it; “checked at diagnosis” means it differs from car to car. Final compatibility is always confirmed at the diagnosis of your car.
Seven Tuning works in Rotterdam and Waddinxveen: the workshop is in Waddinxveen and serves Rotterdam and the surrounding area. Remote coding works anywhere in the Netherlands and abroad, when the job allows it.
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Screens and instruments (9)
Video in motion
Videos keep playing on the iDrive screen while the car is moving. Intended for the passenger.
For the passenger only; the driver keeps their eyes on the road.
Condition: HU_NBT or HU_NBT_EVO (Professional navigation)
Play videos from USB
Video files from a USB stick can be played on the iDrive screen, including more file formats.
While driving, for the passenger only.
Condition: HU_NBT or HU_NBT_EVO (Professional navigation)
CarPlay in full screen
CarPlay uses the whole wide screen instead of part of it.
Only with certain software versions of the navigation unit.
Condition: HU_NBT_EVO software NBTevo_X/Y only
Skip the iDrive start disclaimer
The legal notice at screen start-up disappears or is shortened, so the menu is available right away.
You remain responsible for using the screen safely.
Skip the camera disclaimer
The camera image appears immediately, without a warning text first.
Condition: With rear camera
iDrive start-up animation and logo
At start-up the screen shows a different animation or logo, for example the BMW i or M variant.
Display only; nothing changes technically.
Condition: Options depend on head unit
Digital speed readout
Your speed appears as a number in the instrument cluster. Quick to read at a glance.
Show tyre pressure and temperature
You see the current pressure and temperature of each tyre on the screen.
Condition: With tyre pressure monitoring (RDC)
Average values reset behaviour
Average consumption and speed reset per trip, after a few hours, or never. So you see the figures you want to follow.
Lighting (9)
Welcome light setup
On unlocking, selected lights come on so you find the car in the dark. Can be limited to darkness only.
Ambient lighting setup
The ambient lighting gets its own brightness, separate from the dashboard lighting.
Only when ambient lighting is factory fitted.
Condition: With ambient lighting
Door-handle lights when reversing
In reverse the door-handle lights switch on for a bit of extra light beside the car.
Condition: With door-handle lights
Daytime running lights in the menu
A choice for the daytime running lights appears in the iDrive menu.
Daytime running lights are mandatory in the Netherlands; we discuss the right setting.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Tail lights with DRL – adjust
The tail lights come on with the daytime running lights, so the car is more visible from behind too.
Lighting falls under inspection rules; the setting is agreed.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Amber side markers off (import car)
On an American i3 the amber marker lights in the headlights can be switched off, as on European cars.
Only relevant for North American import cars.
Condition: US/Canada import cars
Brighter headlight light rings
The light rings in the headlights shine brighter with low beam or sidelights.
Condition: LED headlights
Brake lights flash during emergency braking
Under hard braking the brake lights flash and the hazards can follow, so traffic behind reacts sooner. Thresholds are adjustable.
Set within legal limits.
Comfort indicator flash count
A short tap on the indicator stalk flashes the chosen number of times, handy when changing lanes.
Audio (6)
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Your phone appears on the iDrive screen for navigation, music and messages. Only for i3s with the newer navigation unit.
Depends on the navigation unit; we check this beforehand.
Condition: NBT EVO head unit (ID5/ID6), roughly 2017+
Bluetooth music streaming
Music from your phone plays wirelessly through the car audio.
Condition: When streaming is not yet enabled
Show full text messages
Messages received on the phone can be read on the screen, also while driving for the passenger.
While driving, for the passenger only.
Second phone via Bluetooth
Two phones can be connected at the same time, handy for work and private use.
Maximum volume at start-up
At start-up the audio never begins louder than a chosen level, so you are not startled.
Radio off when the door opens
When you switch off and get out, the radio or navigation stops right away.
Comfort (5)
Mirrors folding on lock
When locking with the key or Comfort Access the mirrors fold in automatically and unfold on unlocking.
Only with electrically folding mirrors.
Condition: With electrically folding mirrors
Mirror dips when reversing
In reverse the passenger mirror tilts down so you can see the kerb. The amount is adjustable.
Condition: With memory/tilt function
Close windows with the key
Holding the lock button closes all windows (and the roof). The delay is adjustable.
Windows work with the door open
The windows can also close while a door is still open.
Seat heating strength per level
The temperature of each seat-heating level is adjusted, for example warmer on the highest level.
Condition: With seat heating
Driver assistance (4)
Lane departure warning – adjust
The lane departure warning behaviour can be tuned, such as warning at the road edge or the speed at which it becomes active.
Driver assistance system; we discuss what is sensible and allowed.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Road-edge warning mode
Adaptive cruise default follow distance
When switched on, adaptive cruise control picks your preferred distance or the last one used.
Condition: With Active Cruise Control
Parking sensors switch on automatically
Parking sensors switch on by themselves when the car rolls backwards, and stay active longer.
Rear camera stays on longer
The camera image stays visible up to a higher speed or over a longer distance, handy when manoeuvring.
Condition: With rear camera
Access and locking (3)
Doors unlock when switching off
As soon as you switch off, the doors unlock so everyone can get out straight away.
Tailgate or frunk from the key
The key button opens the tailgate (on the i3 optionally the front compartment), and an electric tailgate can also close.
When closing, watch for people and objects.
Condition: Choose frunk or tailgate on the extra key button
Alarm: interior sensor and siren
Siren sound and interior monitoring can be tuned, for example when a pet stays in the car.
Less monitoring may affect your insurance.
Condition: With alarm system
Convenience (2)
Register a new 12 V battery
After replacing the 12 V battery its type and capacity are set so charging works properly. This does not apply to the high-voltage battery.
Condition: 12 V auxiliary battery only
Rain and light sensor sensitivity
The automatic wipers and lights react earlier or later, to your preference.
Electric driving (2)
Pedestrian warning sound – adjust
The i3 can make a sound for pedestrians at low speed. The chosen setting can be remembered instead of resetting at every start.
Pedestrian warning system; the setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Cars with pedestrian sound generator (VSG) fitted
Range extender: hold battery charge
On an imported i3 REx you can let the range extender start earlier, keeping battery charge for later, for example in town. European cars often have this as standard.
Mainly for US/Canada import cars; we first check what the car already has.
Condition: i3 REx; mainly US/Canada import cars (EU cars usually have it as standard)
Safety (2)
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder can be tuned, for example its duration or from what speed it sounds. Useful for short trips on private ground.
Safety system; the final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
European-style traffic sign display
Recognised speed signs appear as a round European sign, for example on an import car.
Only when sign recognition is factory fitted.
Condition: Speed Limit Info factory fitted
Sounds and chimes (2)
Beep when selecting reverse
A short tone confirms reverse is engaged. Handy because an electric car is silent.
Acoustic lock confirmation
A short tone confirms locking and unlocking. Duration, pitch and volume are adjustable.
Condition: With alarm system
Climate (1)
Remember last climate setting
If you switched the A/C or recirculation off, it stays that way at the next start. On an EV this can help range.
Driving and performance (1)
Default driving mode at start-up
The car starts in the driving mode you use most, for example ECO PRO for maximum range or Comfort. No need to choose again every trip.
Condition: Default mode e.g. Comfort or ECO PRO
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Frequently asked questions
Which versions does this page cover?
i3, i3s, i3 REx, i3s REx, chassis I01, model years 2013-2022.
Does my car need certain options?
For some features it does: 26 of the 46 features have a condition, such as specific equipment or a software version. We check it at the diagnosis before we switch anything on.
How do I request features?
Book through the website or send your plate number via WhatsApp, with the features you want. We tell you what is possible on your car.
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