Hidden features and retrofits for the BMW 1 Series (F40) 2019–2024
53 features for the BMW 1 Series (F40) 2019–2024: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.
Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.
Display 17
Alternative cluster layout and logo
The digital cluster gets a different style, for example M Performance or a sportier rev counter with red zone. The logo in the cluster can be changed too.
Which styles are possible depends on the cluster in your car.
Condition: Live Cockpit Professional (6U3) for themes
6U3
Likely15 minPrice on request
Skip the camera disclaimer
The camera image appears immediately, without a warning text first.
Keep looking around yourself; the camera is an aid.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Camera and sensors stay on longer
Raises the speed at which the camera and parking sensors switch off automatically, handy when manoeuvring slowly.
Intended for manoeuvring, not for use during normal driving.
Condition: PDC / camera fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto activation
Your phone on the car screen via the USB cable: navigation, music and messages in a familiar layout.
Depends on the infotainment type; we check this first.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Apple CarPlay full screen
Lets Apple CarPlay use the whole screen instead of the split view.
Only with certain software versions of the navigation unit.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
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.
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Digital speed on the radio display
Your speed is shown digitally on the radio or MMI screen, alongside the analogue speedometer.
Likely15 minPrice on request
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: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Infotainment start-up logo
Choose a different start-up screen for the infotainment system, for example the logo of a sporty version or of the sound system.
Display only; nothing changes technically.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Low-fuel warning point
You decide at which remaining range or how many litres in the tank the reserve warning appears.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Messages and menus while driving
Full messages and certain menus stay visible on the iDrive screen while driving, handy for the passenger.
Intended for the passenger.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Needle sweep at start-up
At start-up the speedometer and rev counter needles sweep fully out and back once, just like on sports cars.
Only visible with analogue gauges.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Reversing camera zoom and view
The reversing camera zoom function becomes available and the camera can start in the most useful view. Helps you park more precisely.
Only with a camera fitted.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
5DN
Likely15 minPrice on request
Sport displays in the digital cockpit
Adds extra gauges such as g-forces, boost pressure, power, torque and gearbox temperature.
Which views appear depends on engine and equipment.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Show tyre pressure and temperature
You see the current pressure and temperature of each tyre on the screen.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
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: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Video in motion
Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.
For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Lighting 6
Ambient lighting setup
More colours and your own brightness for the mood lighting in the doors and dashboard, selectable on the infotainment screen.
Only if ambient lighting is fitted from the factory.
Condition: Ambient lighting fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Automatic headlights – adjust
The sensitivity of the light/rain sensor and the behaviour of the automatic lights can be adjusted. We discuss in the workshop what suits your car.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Cornering lights via the fog lamps
When turning or steering at low speed, the fog light on that side switches on, so you see where you are going in the dark.
Only with front fog lamps.
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Daytime running lights – adjust in menu
The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Fog lights with high beam
The fog lights can stay on when you switch on the high beam.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Front fog lights fitted
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Coming/leaving home with fog lights
When unlocking or locking, the fog lights or rear lights light up as well as the headlights, so you see more around the car in the dark.
Only with factory-fitted fog lights.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Comfort 7
Comfort-indicator flash count
A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Windows and sunroof via the key
Holding the button on the key opens or closes all windows (and the sunroof) at once. Nice for airing the car on hot days.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Easy entry driver seat
When the driver door opens, the electric seat moves back a little and returns to your position when you start. Getting in becomes easier.
Only with an electric memory seat.
Condition: Electric seats with memory
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Mirrors folding on lock
The door mirrors fold in automatically when you lock the car with the key and fold out again when you unlock. Handy in narrow streets and car parks.
Only possible if the mirrors fold electrically.
Condition: Electrically folding mirrors fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Mirrors unfold on unlock
Folded mirrors unfold automatically when you unlock the car, including after comfort closing.
Only with electrically folding mirrors.
Condition: Electrically folding mirrors fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Seat heating temperature adjustment
Adjusts how warm the seat heating levels get, for example a little warmer on the highest setting.
We stay within safe factory values.
Condition: Heated seats fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Remember seat heating
The car remembers the last seat-heating level and switches it back on after starting, within the time window the manufacturer allows.
The doors lock automatically once you drive off above a low speed and unlock again when you switch off the engine.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Register a new battery
After replacing the 12 V battery we register the new battery with the correct type and capacity, so charging and start-stop work properly.
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Mirror dip on reverse
When you select reverse, the passenger mirror tilts down so you can see the kerb. It returns once you drive off.
Depends on mirror and door module version.
Condition: Electric mirrors with memory/tilt function
Likely15 minPrice on request
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: Rain sensor and sunroof/windows
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Start-stop – remember last setting
The car remembers whether you had switched the start-stop system off, so you do not need to press the button on every trip. The final setting is agreed together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Petrol cars from I-level 23-03 no longer codable per BimmerCode; use start-up driving mode instead
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Windows work with the door open
The windows can also close while a door is still open.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Access 3
Alarm and interior monitoring settings
Adjusts the alarm or interior monitoring, for example if you often leave a pet in the car or use a car wash.
Check your insurance conditions first.
Condition: Factory alarm system
Likely15 minPrice on request
Automatic relock time
If you unlock the car but do not open a door, it locks itself again after the set time.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Lock with engine running
The car can be locked with the key while the engine runs, for example to pre-heat or cool the cabin.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Audio 3
Bluetooth audio streaming
Where the hardware supports it, music streaming from the phone (A2DP) over Bluetooth is enabled.
Whether it works depends on the exact MMI/radio version.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
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.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Maximum volume at start-up
At start-up the audio never begins louder than a chosen level, so you are not startled.
Condition: iDrive 7 (HU_MGU or entry head unit)
Likely15 minPrice on request
Sound 3
Acoustic lock confirmation
A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.
Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Switch off artificial engine sound
The extra sound through the speakers can be switched off for a quieter cabin, or back on. Only possible when it was fitted at the factory.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
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.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Climate 1
Remember recirculation and AirCare
The recirculation or AirCare setting is kept after switching off, so you do not have to select it again on every trip.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Assistance 3
Lane change assistant – adjust
On cars with Driving Assistant Professional, lane-change assistance can be enabled where permitted.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Driving Assistant Professional (5AT/5AU)
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Speed warning – adjust
Sets or adjusts the warning at a chosen speed, for example 120 km/h. We agree the right setting together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Front camera with speed limit info
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Traffic-sign recognition coding
The camera behind the windscreen reads speed signs and shows the current limit in the instrument cluster and on the screen.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Front camera fitted
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Safety 2
Brake lights flash in an emergency stop
In an emergency stop the brake lights flash rapidly so traffic behind you is warned earlier.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Performance 1
Choose the start-up driving mode
The car starts in the driving mode of your choice, for example Sport or your own Individual setting, instead of always Comfort.
Likely15 minPrice on request
Retrofit 1
Close the tailgate from the key
Besides opening, the electric tailgate can also be closed with the key. Handy with your hands full.
Electric tailgate only.
Condition: Electric tailgate/boot lid where fitted
Likely15 minPrice on request
Services 1
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