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BMW iX3 G08 coding: hidden features
Short answer: Our catalogue lists 37 features for the BMW iX3 G08 in 12 categories; the largest are screens and instruments (8), comfort (6) and driver assistance (5). We work with ISTA, E-Sys and NCS Expert. Whether a feature fits your car is confirmed at the diagnosis.
| Versions | iX3 |
|---|---|
| Chassis | G08 |
| Model years | 2020-2025 |
| Features in the catalogue | 37 |
| Categories | 12 |
| With a condition (option or equipment needed) | 27 |
| Software | ISTA, E-Sys and NCS Expert |
| Workshop | Rotterdam & Waddinxveen, by appointment |
For the BMW iX3 G08 (iX3; chassis G08; model years 2020-2025) our catalogue lists 37 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 (8)
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_MGU (iDrive 7) or HU_NBT_EVO
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_MGU or HU_NBT_EVO
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.
Condition: HU_MGU or HU_NBT_EVO
Skip the camera disclaimer
The camera image appears immediately, without a warning text first.
Condition: With 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.
Digital speed readout
Your speed appears as a number in the instrument cluster. Quick to read at a glance.
Condition: DKOMBI2 / DKOMBI4 cluster
Show tyre pressure and temperature
You see the current pressure and temperature of each tyre on the screen.
Assisted driving view in 3D
The cluster shows a 3D view of the surroundings with vehicles and lanes while the assistants are active.
Only with factory adaptive cruise control.
Condition: DKOMBI4 cluster with Active Cruise Control
Comfort (6)
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.
Close windows with the key
Holding the lock button closes all windows (and the roof). The delay is adjustable.
Condition: Incl. sunroof if fitted
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
Remember seat heating
The last seat-heating setting is kept for the next trip.
Condition: With seat heating
Roof closes when it rains
If the sunroof is open when it starts raining, it closes automatically or moves to the tilt position.
Works only with factory rain sensor and roof.
Condition: With panoramic roof
Driver assistance (5)
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: Activation speed
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
Blind-spot assist – activation speed
The speed at which the blind-spot warning becomes active can be adjusted.
Driver assistance system; we discuss what is sensible.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: With blind-spot detection
Lane change assistant – adjust
On cars with Driving Assistant Professional, lane-change assistance can be enabled where permitted.
Legal rules differ per country; we discuss what is allowed.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: Driving Assistant Professional fitted
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 / Top View
Lighting (5)
Welcome light setup
On unlocking, selected lights come on so you find the car in the dark. Can be limited to darkness only.
Condition: Option: only in darkness
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.
Brighter headlight light rings
The light rings in the headlights shine brighter with low beam or sidelights.
Condition: LED headlights (FLM)
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.
Condition: HU_MGU: 5 flashes option
Sounds and chimes (4)
Ready-to-drive sound
When you start the car it plays a sound once it is ready to drive. You can choose between the default and an alternative tone.
On iDrive 8/8.5/9 and newer software levels we first check whether it is possible.
Condition: RAM-equipped build; check on diagnosis
Choose the signal tone style
Warnings, parking sensors, indicators and phone get a different tone set, for example the newer BMW tones or a MINI variant.
Condition: RAM-equipped build; check on diagnosis
Beep when selecting reverse
A short tone confirms reverse is engaged. Handy because an electric car is silent.
Condition: DKOMBI2 cluster
Acoustic lock confirmation
A short tone confirms locking and unlocking. Duration, pitch and volume are adjustable.
Condition: With alarm system
Access and locking (2)
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: Electric tailgate: open only or open/close
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
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
Audio (1)
Maximum volume at start-up
At start-up the audio never begins louder than a chosen level, so you are not startled.
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.
Convenience (1)
Rain and light sensor sensitivity
The automatic wipers and lights react earlier or later, to your preference.
Electric driving (1)
Pedestrian sound when parking – adjust
When driving electrically the car makes a warning sound for pedestrians. Only the behaviour in park can be adjusted; while driving the sound stays as required.
Legally required system; we agree in the workshop what is possible.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.
Condition: RAM-equipped build; check on diagnosis
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Which versions does this page cover?
iX3, chassis G08, model years 2020-2025.
Does my car need certain options?
For some features it does: 27 of the 37 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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