Coding Out BMW Adaptive Xenon Headlights With NCS Expert!
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- Lately I have been getting the adaptive headlight warning light on my dashboard. After weighing my options of replacing the headlight control module (which can be had anywhere from $40-$500) or coding out the adaptive headlight function using NCS Expert for free. After doing about $20 minutes of research I was able to code out the adaptive feature and thereby removing the error code permanently from my dash. Now my headlights will not move with the steering wheel and will only stay pointed straight ahead. I never considered the adaptive headlights to be an important feature and this is the first car I have ever owned that is equipped with such a feature so they are not missed with me.
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Hey good video, helped me out a bunch getting rid of my adaptive headlight warning on my 2008 135i. Just a heads up for anyone that this isn’t working for you may be required to do an extra step after you “FA_write” to the CAS and the NFRM; you will need to “Change Job” select “SG_Codrien” then “Execute Job” to apply the changes to your CAS and NFRM.
thanks for this heads up. Now it works for me ! 👍
Mine would also not work until I did this step. Now the error light is gone.
To anyone having this problem, Try resetting your battery, I believe you just disconnect it for a few seconds for the system to clear, If that didn't work more than likely your motor is going out or one of the adjuster arms may be broken and that means the whole assembly would need to be replaced, At that point coding it out may be best.
I think the adaptable headlights are kinda neat but not at all necessary, It's just one of those wow whizzbang features.
Yeah. I think I’m going to try this.
Through this process can I activate my adaptive headlights? My car came without the modules and without any error in the panel, I bought new modules, I plugged them in but they didn't work. Through this DIY can I activate them again?
If your car came with adaptive headlights, and you bought new modules and fitted them, then you need to add the code he removes in the video to your VO/FA in the same way he removes it. And then code the modules that holds the VO/FA (frm, cas and I think kombi). You might also need to do a factory reset on the modules to set them up with adaptive light settings.
Might not be the best explanation but.
Thank you so much for this video. My version wasn’t quite the same, but hours of searching online didn’t clearly show how to get through it for the first time. I appreciate it!
Glad to help!
Ian - Awesome, thanks for checking my work. Glad it worked for you.
Thanks for sharing man. I really appreciate your specific detailing !!!!!!
Is there written directions on how to do this? The video using the software is not in good focus.
do you know if you do replace the module does it have to be coded to work with the car or are they plug an play? I am getting the CC-ID 295 - Adaptive Cornering Lights Failure error. To me that sounds like it could just be a corning light bulb but I am sure it could not be that simple. Any feedback on this would be greatly appreciated
It does have to be coded.
Does this get rid of the Adaptive Headlight Error Code as well? Just watching and walking through your tutorial.
Hi, I would like to remove the adaptive cornering headlight warning light on my 2009 e91. Is this guide okay? Is the ncf code right the one in the video? Thanks for an answer.
Ty for the great video.
Can I use this method when replacing my E46 Xenon Adaptive Headlights to Non-Adaptive Headlights ?
Reason I am replacing to non adaptive is because passenger side headlight is out and it’s too expensive to replace with original headlights
I have an X5 from 2001. The previous owner replaced the headlights. All of the lights function, but I'm getting a "bulb out" indicator. Can;t get the car inspected in NY. Any thoughts? Thanks.
Maybe I missed it, but what cable did you use? I didn’t see it in the description. I have an E88, so I think it would take the same cable you used. Thank you for this great video. Just bought my car and I’m ready to get this fixed!
Did you ever get your issue resolved? I just bought a CAN cable off Ebay and it worked. But definitely had to open INPA first or it would pop up with errors.
Thank you! This helped me so much! I was able to get mine coded out and get rid of that ANNOYING PERSISTENT notification.
Hey. Did you still pass the MOT? Can the headlights still adjust themselves/the hight? or do you need to pay attention not to overload?
@@steveromeocars Hey, sorry I live in the US. I'm not sure what all is involved in MOT tests. We do have annual vehicle inspections (not every state requires it but mine does) but I've never seen them check the headlight beam height. Not sure they could anyway, there's never a wall in the front of my car to shine the headlight on when they're doing the inspection.
If I recall, when I coded the adaptive headlights out, the headlights did not automatically adjust their height anymore. I could manually do it though using the screw on the back of the headlights. I've since replaced the ahl module and coded them back in since the module is pretty cheap now.
Does Electronic light adjustment works? I mean up and down.
I tried following these steps but I couldn't complete it! From the beginning, the INPA wouldn't recognize my VIN. Is there a step by step set up from the beginning? From loading INPA to the execution of NCS Expert? My adaptive headlights are doing a bunch of crazy things on both lamps and I just want to disable that feature. PLEASE HELP!
hello, on my car (E91 2007) I don't have NFRM only FRM. Is it the same? thanks
My passenger light just stopped working only habe halo s changed H7 and also the ds1 same no lights Habe the weird malfunction symbol on and a small green light is flashing on headlight switch Any idea?? I also checked all fuses and they seem fine?? 😡
I have an f30 with headlight vertical aim control and sidelight failure messages when it's not the case will this software work with f30s or is it only compatible with e90s?
Does it work for E84? What do i have to select? E89?
Dont see NFRM? for the last step. Help?
Hi. It is a great help and nice fix that I have to do on my 328i. Though I couldnt find the link for the cable you used. Could you please share it? I dont have a serial port on my computer so I hope it works over usb on one side too. Thanks
You must do this process for each control unit the vehicle order is stored in if you don’t the coding WILL NOT work!
But in the video you did that only to 3 ECU's. Why not all then?
I did step by step ie...deleted $524 and FA-write like the video shows but it still show the Adaptive Headlights error on instrument cluster. Must sometime else be done to clear the error?
Did you do it for both CAS and FRM? If you only did it for one of them the error will still be present.
@@BMWE90HQ Yes I did
You need to factory code them also, to change the coding on them. They still have the coding with adaptive lights in them even if you change the VO. Factory reset reads the VO and sets up the modules for the codes listed in the VO.
@@Alpejohnhow do reset the module
Hey mate nice vid. I have a e60 with adaptive headlight control. I want to uncode it aswell. I only have the cas and the lma ecu. So i´ll just do it with those 2 then? Can the headlight still adjust high?
Kind regards.
did you have it done? I also have the e60 and need it to be coded.
I know this is an old video, but I just had to do this today in 2023 on a 2009 335i. It didn't work, though, until I finalized it per someone's suggestion in the first or second post. Then, the error popped up on restart and disappeared.
i was able to removed the adaptive head lights $524 and could tell it has been deleted as the headlights doesnt move up or down anymore but the code still appear in the dash, anyone has the same problem.
Went thru this several times, $524 is not showing on the CAS or NFRM like it should but the error is still present. Am I missing something?
Same problem here. Something is missing
@@WZ_TV I ended up just getting protool, was super easy to do and I was able to turn on other features for the car which was nice.
@@nuffimnam thanks. I got it to work thanks to a comment on another video
You need to code factory code frm/nfrm and cas. As the settings is still stored in them. By doing this they get set up from the codes in the VO/FA. And when the code you deleted is not there it will set up the modules without it.
Thanks for sharing this technique. I have the NCS Expert and INPA installed I just need your Factory Profile setting. Would you still have those? I tried the links but didn't go anywhere. Does any have this profile?
I have just replaced my module and now I am getting same warnings on another side which was working fine, do you think any reason please?
I’m having a error message. Adaptive headlights malfunctioning you think of I just buy the module all this will be removed from screen
Hello, i need to remove code $662 and ad code $663, can i do it at once or i need to delete and then same steps and add ?
where do you get the application from, anyone has the url to that?
not gonna lie it sounds weird but my bright bulb was loose on my e60 and tightening it made this go away, the tabs broke now and the code came back but yeah.
I dont have MFRM option, could you help?Tried only with CAS but error is still there.
It should be spelled "NFRM"
I am trying to code out the adaptive headlights on a 2006 e91 325xi manual. I got all the way to the MFRN and it does not show up in the list of modules. Im stumped now and any help would be appreciated
Did you ever figure out how to do this I’m trying to rn
@@alih4381 yeah, it was a bad module. I was unable to code the one in the car until I replaced the module.
I went into cas and frm and followed the instructions in the video. I’m still getting the adaptive headlight error. I can’t find 524 anymore in the cas or frm module? Any ideas?
It's because he only removed the function. And didn't remove the check and reporting.
Is this procedure same for e60 2006??
Mine keeps coming back with an error. I've repeated the process 4 times and same thing over and over. Any recommendations?
I’d check the tracks see if they’ve got something in them or if they’re dirty. Also I broke the plastic wind damn on mine and until I fixed it I had issues with it closing. Otherwise I’m not sure what to say.
@@BMWE90HQ my headlights are new aftermarket non adaptive. So now I get the error that I tried coding out using your video. But no luck. I ve spent several hours doing same thing over and over hoping for it to work. I'll try again tomorrow
I recently changed my adaptive headlights to non adaptive headlights, the adaptive headlight malfunction code came up, I’m not able to use my high beams anymore, is it because I switched the headlights? Will deleting the code resolve this issue??
TV Navy did you ever get an answer to this? I recently changed my lights to non adaptive and I have that error. Just trying to get the code error off.
Alex Finch no not yet, I ordered the wire that I need to use In order to code but now I’m just trying to figure out how to download the software I need, any luck on your side ?
No luck. Taking it to a shop and they will do it for $100
Like a bmw dealer shop ? And are you just trying to get the code off? Is your high beams working ?
Will this stop the Auto high beam assist from operating though ?
I doubt it. But I couldn’t say for sure as my car did not have auto high beam. Just auto for the regular lights.
Why not address the problem: likely a bad smc control module aka adaptive headlight control unit. Replace it, code the new one to the car
At the time I was looking for the most affordable option available. This is a good idea though.
U should do one for the passenger side occupancy delete and to code in so u can have high beams and fogs on.
I can't seem to find what cable you are using ...... can you clarify?
Here’s the link! bimmersoftware.com/cables
What unc Charlotte campus did you go to?
The main one at university city. Belk college.
Hi sir. Do you still live in Charlotte?
I love it there
Followed your exact steps didnt work still got my light on super ffrustrated what do you mean when you say you have to do this twice in the video? I followed every step you did and it didnt work sadly
At 4:47 you ran the process with both ECUs?
@@BMWE90HQ oh ok no I didnt I'll try again I think I understand
@@BMWE90HQ do I have the ignition on or do I have the engine on ?
Can you tell me what you mean here by "both ECUs". I don't see you do that in the video and @ 4:47 I see 3 different options not 2...CAS, FRM and NFRM I believe.
I followed the same exact process and it didn’t work for me 😭
You have to do the final step twice once for CAS and once for NFRM that’s usually the mistake people make.
@@BMWE90HQ yes, this meat to write the VO to CAS and FRM cause the VO is in the two of them
I recently changed my headlights to non adaptive from the OEM adaptive headlights, and I am now getting the adaptive headlight error light. How do I turn that off permanently?
By watching the fucking video you're commenting on.
@@emilyhofland8219 savage.
@@jared_grey lolz
Hahahahaha😂😂
Emily need a Snickers BaR🤣
Didn’t work I don’t see nfrm in change ecu
Another poorly designed bmw function! Bad engineering! I just got my 325i out of the repair shop and now this stupid light comes on. I had one day of trouble free driving! I'm back to trying to solve this problem now!
BMW is trying my patience! thanks for the video but it is blurred, I have INPA and NCSexp. but I have not been able to run it on windows 7, I also have NT510 Foxwell bmw, can the codes be changed with it? thanks.
The download pdf in the description shows everything step by step completely unblurred
My high beams dont work... my car came with adaptive headlights. It has regular h7 halo headlights in it now is that why my highbeams are not work
Justin p did you ever get this fixed ? I have the same issue
Comment trouver la même vidéo en français ?
Is it reversible?
How do I download and set up the software?
Hi I took my car to a shop to get the light coded out they said they couldn't do it and charged me 200 for trying very upset I am trying to sell my car and need that light off can you send me a link of that cable I need to buy and a link where I can download the ncs program thanks in advance
Sorry about that shop that’s messed up. Here you go www.bimmergeeks.net everything you need is on this website!
@@BMWE90HQ awesome man yeah sucks I got ripped off hard way it goes I guess will let you know how my luck goes thanks
I download the " standard tools" link correct?
Yes that’s correct.
Think this would work for a retro fit?
I have no idea tbh but I don’t see why not.
Are you not going to use the bmw Carly app anymore?
No for some things I will it just depends on what. Carly couldn’t perform this task.
@@BMWE90HQ can i use foxwell nt510 to delete the error.
Now I am getting a notification that all of my tires are low. Does anyone know how to fix this?
Wow I’m not sure about that one. I wonder if you accidentally deleted something else?
My cable is not being detected :(
Wassup w the sound selection where u get it from I need it on my intro to my song Lmaoo
If I bring my 335 i to you would you do it for me. I got 50 bucks
will this work for any e60 as well?
Yes!
I have an E61, did u manage to fix ur issue? I'm working mine still. Can't find nfrm ecu
I only know how to do this on bimmercode. I also have an e60... Let me know if you have bimmercode. I'll share.
I deleted the 524 now I dont see it on the menu anymore but my light is still on
same bro i need help !!!!
@@adamsisneros8307 yo I got it figured out haha
@@adamsisneros8307 this is all u have left to do ur close lmao
as long as you already have removed 524$ (I guess you have done FA_WRITE in CAS and NFRM) then only thing left is to run SG_CODIEREN on NFRM
serbia991 ahhh ok thank u 🙌🙌🙌
@@adamsisneros8307 it work for u?
I'd like to do this, so I can convert over to Halogen/LED headlight housing.
Do you need wifi to do this?
No if everything is installed on the computer WiFi is unnecessary
@@BMWE90HQ awesome thank you for the quick reply! :)
Hi, u forgot to include your obd2 cable in the description
Tried e everything still got the stupid warning light on
I am confused as to downloading the coding software I downloaded the file u told me to but then how do u set it up?
It’s somewhat complicated but nothing crazy. I’m not the best person to explain this. However there are a few other UA-cam videos as well as PDF files that explain it pretty well. I’ll see if I can find the guide I used for you to follow.
@@BMWE90HQ I got it figured out there are instructions I just didnt see them I got it all installed my cable should come in the mail Tomorrow will let you know how things go thanks again
Im sick of this adaptive malfunction
I figured out how to remove it in bimmercode yesterday.
@@emilyhofland8219 How?
Hey brother, I am struggling hardcore with programming my Footwell module after replacing it on my e60, can we FaceTime I’ll Apple Pay or Venmo you $50 if you can help. I don’t understand any of the videos I’ve watched and a few local shops don’t even have the capability to do this
I got it figured out my cable should be here tomorrow I ordered one off Ebay for 20 bucks will let you know if I have any issues thanks
What is the cord called?
How can this be done with Bimmercode?
Awper Online Have you figured out how? Or are you still trying to find out?
@@cjgaray9983 Still trying
Under light module, go into expert mode... You'll find an identical folder, named a bunch of times with numbered list in the name. Look in there and disable both of these.
ALC_FAHRZEUG
ALC_KLS_ENABLE.
I don't have the app open. So I don't have the actual file names. But keep looking through those lists, I think in number 5 you'll find two more that have ALC in the name. Those are for check and reporting. Disable both of those too.
I'll make a video on it soon. I just figured it out yesterday.
@@emilyhofland8219 thanks but I noticed on my 4 series it doesn't give me a light module category. I heard someone else mention that they have a light module so I guess I do not have that option
@@awperonline6576 you don't have a separate light module. But the operations are still there. Ran through a different ecu maybe.
can you run it on a MacBook pro?
Good question! Directly no you cannot. However you can use a windows emulator and do it that way. I know people that have successfully done so.
You can create a bootable windows 10 through the 'boot camp assistant' app.
Can u program
Bonjour, quelqu’un qui parle français dans le groupe ?
I cannot find NFRM
On an E60? It might be slightly different I’m not 100% sure.
@@BMWE90HQ yes, it's on an e60. I'll dig around. Also may be affected because my halo light just died
Can I code a used headlight to the car
Yes!
The country garage told me they won’t code the used headlight. Is it just using the software u have? Are these software download free?
Would u b able to do it for me please ill pay
Can I code this back in
why would you want to bruh😂🤦🏼♂️
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