Hidden features and retrofits for the BMW M3 / M4 (F80/F82/F83) 2014–2020

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: NBT EVO only (BimmerCode: NBTevo head units)

Likely15 minPrice on request

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Virtual cockpit start logo

The digital instrument cluster shows a different logo of your choice at start-up.

Condition: Variant list depends on cluster generation

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Digital speed on the radio display

Your speed is shown digitally on the radio or MMI screen, alongside the analogue speedometer.

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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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.

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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: HU_NBT/NBT EVO or MGU

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Show tyre pressure and temperature

You see the current pressure and temperature of each tyre on the screen.

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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.

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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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: NBT / NBT EVO; depends on software version

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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.

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Brighter headlight light rings

The light rings in the headlights shine brighter with low beam or sidelights.

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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.

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

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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-specification cars

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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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.

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Rain and light sensor sensitivity

The automatic wipers and lights react earlier or later, to your preference.

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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: Only if the car has auto start-stop

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

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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

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Remember steering-wheel heating

Steering-wheel heating comes back on for the next drive if it was on when you got out.

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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.

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

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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

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Exhaust flap behaviour

Opening and closing of the exhaust flap follows the chosen driving profile more clearly, for example quieter in Comfort.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.

Condition: Exhaust flap control, M Sport exhaust

Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop

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Configure M1/M2 buttons and M Mode

The M1 and M2 buttons on the wheel recall your own combination of engine, chassis, steering and sound. You choose what each button does and how M Mode behaves.

Condition: Steering wheel with M1/M2 buttons

Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request

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