Carly

minnmarker · 12-10-2015, 11:35 AM

I thought it would be good to share experience with Carly - which, for those unfamiliar, is a "lite" coding app you can use with your Android or Apple phone or tablet. It is not for performance coding.

http://support.mycarly.com/knowledge...t-is-possible/

Here's a partial list of what I've changed in my 2012 X5 E70:
5 blinks when tapping turn signal
Unlock all doors with long push on button to turn off engine
Close rear gate with fob and gate button on dash
Tail lights on always when engine running
Head light washer settings
Close sun roof and windows with fob or by just touching top of door handle (must have comfort access for this)
Power windows and sun roof active for 2 minutes after engine stop
Digital speedo visible and uncorrected (yes it works and I checked with GPS)

Other stuff I can't remember.

empwrd · 12-10-2015, 12:25 PM

It looks like they have added Rear gate close from FOB. Thats a new one. Also iDrive coding that allows DVD in motion is pretty cool too. What they need to do away with is all the warning when you first step in... Caution this, caution that. That would be cool to rid all these safety paramaters. Custom warning would be cool. "Caution: Further use of the Accelerator can cause prolonged erections that could be detrimental to your health. Please seek the nearest female BMW Service advisor for further questions."

Flying Ace · 12-10-2015, 12:47 PM

i heard you can pay $10 more for the feature to force a DPF purge on the diesel. Is that correct?

Poppyboy · 12-10-2015, 01:02 PM

Thanks for posting this. So, to use this product, you simply plug in the OBD II adapter, download the app, then select on your phone from a menu of desired functions and you're good to go? No need to know any of that coding jargon? I saw the adapter on Amazon for appx. $75. How much is the app?

minnmarker · 12-10-2015, 02:05 PM

Yep, no editing of files and it doesn't let you mess with the ECU so you can't screw things up too bad. I did have to reset mine back to original factory settings once when I got the lights all screwed up. It backs up all your changes so you can just pick a date and have it revert to the setup at that time.

Adapter is $31 on Amazon. App is $59 now which is more than I paid about 6 months ago.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=sr_1_2&sr=8-2
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...iNi.bmwhatFull

minnmarker · 12-10-2015, 02:13 PM

For $5 or $10 more you can upgrade the app and get access to the service section of the car and can reset service indicators and read out diagnostics. I discovered that my water pump was going bad this way.

Poppyboy · 12-10-2015, 02:13 PM

Thanks. It looks like the cheapest one for iPhone is $75...

technologiq · 12-10-2015, 06:51 PM

From what I can tell taking them apart, the Carly adapters are actually just the cheaper ELM327 with a different sticker and custom firmware to have a different SSID on the wifi version of bluetooth ID on the BT version.

I have the 2nd gen Carly adapter as well as ELM327 Wifi/BT adapters bought off Amazon.

I'd like for them to add the ability to retrofit Sirius into CCC X5s.

KayTees · 12-10-2015, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minnmarker

I thought it would be good to share experience with Carly - which, for those unfamiliar, is a "lite" coding app you can use with your Android or Apple phone or tablet. It is not for performance coding.

http://support.mycarly.com/knowledge...t-is-possible/

Here's a partial list of what I've changed in my 2012 X5 E70:
Unlock all doors with long push on button to turn off engine
Close rear gate with fob and gate button on dash
Tail lights on always when engine running
Head light washer settings
Close sun roof and windows with fob or by just touching top of door handle (must have comfort access for this)
Power windows and sun roof active for 2 minutes after engine stop

Those are probably the things I'm looking forward to other than mirrors folding in when locking car. One thing I find really funny is that the 2012+ models, the only way to close the tail gate is to push the button on the tailgate whereas my buddy with a 2012 Nissan Murano can close his tailgate inside and on his keyfob.

mastek · 12-14-2015, 08:00 AM

What about HUD features for 2012 x5d?

Poppyboy · 12-14-2015, 11:46 AM

I purchased the OBD II adapter today off Amazon. Already got the Lite app. I'll be very interested to see how it works...

omgboost · 12-14-2015, 02:38 PM

The new app supposedly has support for idrive coding, but requires the generation 2 obd adapter, which I do not have

Poppyboy · 12-14-2015, 03:53 PM

Is that the Lite app, or the one which costs $$$?

Gatoferoz25 · 12-14-2015, 05:31 PM

Can this app and cable be use in other cars or just one VIN number or how does this work ?

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mitch808 · 12-14-2015, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by technologiq

From what I can tell taking them apart, the Carly adapters are actually just the cheaper ELM327 with a different sticker and custom firmware to have a different SSID on the wifi version of bluetooth ID on the BT version.

I have the 2nd gen Carly adapter as well as ELM327 Wifi/BT adapters bought off Amazon.

I'd like for them to add the ability to retrofit Sirius into CCC X5s.

The Carly iOS compatible adapter is $75. The lowest cost ELM327 adapters are about $5.... Which ELM327 adapter do you know of works with the software?

omgboost · 12-14-2015, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Poppyboy

Is that the Lite app, or the one which costs $$$?

If you're asking in relation to my post, the paid app does the codings. The lite app only checks for compatibility. I had an ELM327 adapter that was "capable" with 7 coding modules when I used the lite app to check. When I bought the app, it only really worked with 3 as they say the others are too complex for my adapter to handle. I went to buy the MyCarly adapter and that worked with the 7, but now they add idrive support and the 1st gen adapter doesn't code idrive...

Poppyboy · 12-14-2015, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by omgboost

If you're asking in relation to my post, the paid app does the codings. The lite app only checks for compatibility. I had an ELM327 adapter that was "capable" with 7 coding modules when I used the lite app to check. When I bought the app, it only really worked with 3 as they say the others are too complex for my adapter to handle. I went to buy the MyCarly adapter and that worked with the 7, but now they add idrive support and the 1st gen adapter doesn't code idrive...

OK. Great. I bought the Gen II OBD adapter (awaiting delivery), so how much will I need to pay for the full apps to do coding, such as tailgate, digital speedo, folding mirrors, etc?

bandwagn · 12-14-2015, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Gatoferoz25

Can this app and cable be use in other cars or just one VIN number or how does this work ?

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It can be used for multiple vehicles - I've used it on my Mini R60 and 330 ZHP.

Fairly basic options as far as 'coding' is concerned, but dead simple for a novice.

Gatoferoz25 · 12-15-2015, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by bandwagn

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gatoferoz25

Can this app and cable be use in other cars or just one VIN number or how does this work ?

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It can be used for multiple vehicles - I've used it on my Mini R60 and 330 ZHP.

Fairly basic options as far as 'coding' is concerned, but dead simple for a novice.

Thx for the info brother appreciate it

omgboost · 12-15-2015, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Poppyboy

OK. Great. I bought the Gen II OBD adapter (awaiting delivery), so how much will I need to pay for the full apps to do coding, such as tailgate, digital speedo, folding mirrors, etc?

The Android App I believe was around $51. This will allow coding for unlimited VINs so you can do friends cars, etc. Battery registration is an additional 10 euros.

Poppyboy · 12-15-2015, 08:56 AM

Thanks. I'll check out the app store for iOS pricing.

Tremek · 12-17-2015, 12:16 PM

Hi guys, I'm having a problem with Carly for BMW on IOS - I just replaced the battery in my 2011 X5M and now the app says battery registration isn't supported? Has anyone else run into this problem? The car is undrivable as it is with the Christmas tree of warning lights due to replacing the battery.

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minnmarker Enlisted Member 17 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 xDrive35i, 2003 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Minnesota iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW X5 45e [0.00] 2012 BMW X5 [0.00]	Carly - Things to reprogram in your X5 I thought it would be good to share experience with Carly - which, for those unfamiliar, is a "lite" coding app you can use with your Android or Apple phone or tablet. It is not for performance coding. http://support.mycarly.com/knowledge...t-is-possible/ Here's a partial list of what I've changed in my 2012 X5 E70: 5 blinks when tapping turn signal Unlock all doors with long push on button to turn off engine Close rear gate with fob and gate button on dash Tail lights on always when engine running Head light washer settings Close sun roof and windows with fob or by just touching top of door handle (must have comfort access for this) Power windows and sun roof active for 2 minutes after engine stop Digital speedo visible and uncorrected (yes it works and I checked with GPS) Other stuff I can't remember. __________________ Minnmarker - Minneapolis, MN 2012 BMW X5 - Daily driver 2003 BMW M3 - Summer Fun!
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empwrd Enlisted Member 3 Rep 39 Posts Drives: 2012 Bmw X5m Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Charlotte iTrader: (0)	It looks like they have added Rear gate close from FOB. Thats a new one. Also iDrive coding that allows DVD in motion is pretty cool too. What they need to do away with is all the warning when you first step in... Caution this, caution that. That would be cool to rid all these safety paramaters. Custom warning would be cool. "Caution: Further use of the Accelerator can cause prolonged erections that could be detrimental to your health. Please seek the nearest female BMW Service advisor for further questions."
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Poppyboy Captain 194 Rep 828 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 3.5i w/ SA Package Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lincolnshire, IL iTrader: (0) Garage List 1976 Triumph TR6 [10.00] 1993 Bentley Turbo R [10.00] 2011 X5 [10.00]	Thanks for posting this. So, to use this product, you simply plug in the OBD II adapter, download the app, then select on your phone from a menu of desired functions and you're good to go? No need to know any of that coding jargon? I saw the adapter on Amazon for appx. $75. How much is the app?
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minnmarker Enlisted Member 17 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 xDrive35i, 2003 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Minnesota iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW X5 45e [0.00] 2012 BMW X5 [0.00]	Yep, no editing of files and it doesn't let you mess with the ECU so you can't screw things up too bad. I did have to reset mine back to original factory settings once when I got the lights all screwed up. It backs up all your changes so you can just pick a date and have it revert to the setup at that time. Adapter is $31 on Amazon. App is $59 now which is more than I paid about 6 months ago. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...=sr_1_2&sr=8-2 https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...iNi.bmwhatFull __________________ Minnmarker - Minneapolis, MN 2012 BMW X5 - Daily driver 2003 BMW M3 - Summer Fun!
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minnmarker Enlisted Member 17 Rep 48 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 xDrive35i, 2003 M3 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Minnesota iTrader: (0) Garage List 2023 BMW X5 45e [0.00] 2012 BMW X5 [0.00]	For $5 or $10 more you can upgrade the app and get access to the service section of the car and can reset service indicators and read out diagnostics. I discovered that my water pump was going bad this way. __________________ Minnmarker - Minneapolis, MN 2012 BMW X5 - Daily driver 2003 BMW M3 - Summer Fun!
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technologiq New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW X5 4.8i Sport Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Reno, Nevada iTrader: (0)	From what I can tell taking them apart, the Carly adapters are actually just the cheaper ELM327 with a different sticker and custom firmware to have a different SSID on the wifi version of bluetooth ID on the BT version. I have the 2nd gen Carly adapter as well as ELM327 Wifi/BT adapters bought off Amazon. I'd like for them to add the ability to retrofit Sirius into CCC X5s.
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Poppyboy Captain 194 Rep 828 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 3.5i w/ SA Package Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lincolnshire, IL iTrader: (0) Garage List 1976 Triumph TR6 [10.00] 1993 Bentley Turbo R [10.00] 2011 X5 [10.00]	I purchased the OBD II adapter today off Amazon. Already got the Lite app. I'll be very interested to see how it works...
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omgboost Lieutenant 56 Rep 415 Posts Drives: 2012 X5 35i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0)	The new app supposedly has support for idrive coding, but requires the generation 2 obd adapter, which I do not have
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Poppyboy Captain 194 Rep 828 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 3.5i w/ SA Package Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lincolnshire, IL iTrader: (0) Garage List 1976 Triumph TR6 [10.00] 1993 Bentley Turbo R [10.00] 2011 X5 [10.00]	Is that the Lite app, or the one which costs $$$?
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Poppyboy Captain 194 Rep 828 Posts Drives: 2011 X5 3.5i w/ SA Package Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Lincolnshire, IL iTrader: (0) Garage List 1976 Triumph TR6 [10.00] 1993 Bentley Turbo R [10.00] 2011 X5 [10.00]	Thanks. I'll check out the app store for iOS pricing.
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Tremek Private 22 Rep 67 Posts Drives: 2012 CTS-V Wagon / 2011 X5M Join Date: May 2015 Location: Parker, Colorado iTrader: (0)	Hi guys, I'm having a problem with Carly for BMW on IOS - I just replaced the battery in my 2011 X5M and now the app says battery registration isn't supported? Has anyone else run into this problem? The car is undrivable as it is with the Christmas tree of warning lights due to replacing the battery.
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