Updating iDrive CIC System Software To Latest Version

When first I got my BMW E92 M3, i've tried to connect my phone to the car via bluetooth but the phone not able to be connected. After doing some research, then i found out that i need to the latest BMW iDrive CIC System software.

Apparently the update provides an improvement for Bluetooth communication with car's multimedia system for new mobile devices. The process is very easy and only took few minutes to the update.

What required is just small size USB drive (the update file size about 8 MB), go to BMW Support site, fill up last 7 digit of VIN number and click OK. Accept the usage right agreement and click download software update.

Then I insert it in the USB audio interface and access the Software Update option in Settings menu of the control display. The iDrive system will be automatically updated.

Once the software has been updated, the system is restarted and data transferred from the USB device resynchronised where necessary.

That's about it, and yes, it is very easy.

Next post... updating to the latest Navigation.

First Accessories - Phone Holder & Charging Cable

On my previous BMW 330CI, there is a cup holder that easily reach while driving where I can use it to keep my phones but not in this BMW 2013 E92 M3.

As such i have to get this phone holder from Souq.com. As you can see, it fit my Samsung Galaxy Note 5 nicely.

I also get myself the dual charging cable for which perfectly blend with red color interior of my car.

Increase Emission Fault

I got my E92 M3 BMW car with almost empty tank so this beauty need to be filled with fuel. I went to nearby Adnoc gas station but the only fuel available are E-Plus 91 and Super 95, no Special 98 available as i thought the Super 95 is ok for the car, i fill it up full tank. 

Unfortunately, after about 50 kilometers of driving suddenly this message "Increased Emissions" appears on the displays.