Bimmer Studio Documentation

Welcome to the official documentation for Bimmer Studio � an intelligence platform for BMW diagnostics, engineering and wiring. Browse the tools below grouped by category.

Diagnostics

Engineering

Intelligence

Platform Overview

Bimmer Studio is a web-based platform accessible from any modern browser. No installation required � all tools run directly in your browser.

Browser Compatibility

Account & Authentication

Create a free account to access all tools. Premium features require a subscription.

Registration

Security Features

• MFA / 2FA � TOTP-based two-factor via Google Authenticator, Authy, etc.
• Passkeys � WebAuthn/FIDO2 biometric or hardware key login
• Login History � View recent login activity with IP, location, and device info
• Password Change � Update your password from account settings at any time

CC-ID Calculator Free

The CC-ID Calculator maps Check Control Message IDs to their exact byte and bit positions within BMW CAFD coding data. Essential for enabling or disabling BMW features through coding.

What It Does

• Enter a CC-ID number (0�4095) and instantly get the group, byte offset, bit position and hex value for CC_AKTIVIERUNG coding
• Calculate multiple CC-IDs at once � values are merged per group, ready to paste into your coding tool
• Search the built-in database (1,235+ entries) by keyword � find CC-IDs by description (e.g. "DSC", "parking brake", "windscreen")
• View cause descriptions (DE) and inspection required flags for each warning
• Shows the CAFD function name (CC_AKTIVIERUNG_N) and full group hex value

How to Use

VIN Decoder Free

Decode any BMW 17-character VIN to reveal detailed vehicle information including model, engine, production date, and build context.

Information Decoded

• Model & Series � Full model name, body type, generation code (F/G/U)
• Engine � Engine code, displacement, fuel type, power output
• Transmission � Manual/automatic, gear count, type designation
• Production � Factory location, production date, model year
• Drive Type � RWD/xDrive configuration
• Build Context � I-Step, BRV series code, brand, year range
• XEP Characteristics � All decoded attributes (body, steering, drive, doors, market, model series)

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/vin-decode
2. Enter the full 17-character BMW VIN
3. Click "Decode" � results appear within seconds

DTC Explorer Free (2/week)

Search 194,000+ BMW diagnostic trouble codes. View fault details, affected ECUs, SAE P-codes, and descriptions in 5 languages (English, German, Portuguese, French, Spanish).

What It Does

• Search by hex code � enter any BMW DTC hex code (e.g. CD990B, 180101, 1B9308) and get the full fault description
• Search by P-code � standard SAE/OBD-II codes (P0300, P1055) are supported
• Search by keyword � type "airbag", "oil pressure", "catalytic" to find related fault codes
• Multilingual descriptions � fault text in English, Deutsch, Portugu�s, Fran�ais, Espa�ol
• ECU variants � see which SGBD variants (DME, DSC, EGS, BDC�) register each fault code
• Cause & inspection flags � German cause descriptions and inspection-required indicators where available

Usage Limits

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/dtc-explorer
2. Enter a hex code, P-code, or keyword in the search field
3. Select a language from the dropdown (English default)
4. Click Search � results show code, SAE mapping, description and ECU variants

ECU Explorer Subscription

Deep-dive into BMW ECU internals � browse diagnostic functions, ECU jobs with UDS parameters, ECU groups with fault code inventories, and symptom-based fault trees. Built from ISTA diagnostic data across all F / G / I series.

Diagnostic Functions � search service functions, see the ISTA jobs they fire

ECU Jobs � raw EDIABAS commands, input parameters, output results

ECU Database � ECU groups, diagnostic addresses, variant counts

Symptom Finder � BMW guided fault patterns (VFC tree)

Four Tabs

• Diagnostic Functions � service functions (register battery, calibrate camera, bleed brakes). Each shows the ISTA path, the ECU jobs it fires, input parameters, and output results with units.
• ECU Jobs � raw EDIABAS jobs (STATUS_LESEN, STEUERN_RESET�). Search by job name or ECU module. See the exact parameters ISTA sends and the result fields returned.
• ECU Database � browse all ECU groups by diagnostic address. See variant counts, fault code inventory per variant, and drill into individual ECUs.
• Symptom Finder � start from a customer complaint, get BMW's guided fault pattern (VFC). The same decision tree ISTA uses to diagnose the root cause.

Data Coverage

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/ecu-explorer
2. Pick a tab (Functions / Jobs / ECU Database / Symptom Finder)
3. Search by keyword � e.g. "oil level", "battery registration", "DME", "brake bleeding"
4. Click a result to see full detail: ISTA path, parameters, results, descriptions

SVT Calculator & TAL Workshop

Compare a vehicle's current software (SVT Actual) against the target I-Step (SVT Target), calculate the Technical Action List (TAL), and prepare firmware update sequences for BMW F / G / I series ECUs.

TAL calculation � which ECUs need flash, coding or activation

Compare � side-by-side software version differences

Target Editor � select the I-Step level to program to

SVT Viewer � every ECU with current SWFL/CAFD versions

What It Does

• SVT Actual vs Target � upload your vehicle's SVT XML (from E-Sys or ISTA) and compare against the calculated target for any I-Step level
• TAL Generation � produces the Technical Action List: which ECUs need flash (SWFL update), coding (CAFD update), or activation (SWT/FSC)
• Version Diff � see exactly which software versions changed between current and target, per ECU
• Target Editor � manually select or override the target I-Step level for custom update planning
• SVT Viewer � browse the full software table with SGBM IDs, versions, process classes and ECU addresses
• Export � download the TAL and SVT diff as structured data for use in programming tools

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/svt-calculator
2. Upload your SVT Actual XML (exported from E-Sys "Read SVT" or ISTA)
3. Select or upload the target I-Step (the tool calculates it from the vehicle's BRV if not provided)
4. Click Calculate TAL � the result shows every ECU action needed

Head Unit Hardware Database Free

Browse the complete BMW head unit hardware catalog � every NBT, NBTevo, MGU, EntryNav and EntryEvo variant with specs, WLAN/Bluetooth support, CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility, and per-series coding conditions.

What It Shows

• Hardware specs � HWEL code, RAM, storage, producer (Harman/Magneti Marelli), market variant (ECE/US/China)
• Connectivity � WLAN, GPS, DAB, DVD, OABR (Ethernet), MOST, HDD, USB3, CVBS badges per unit
• CarPlay & Android Auto � shows which units are CarPlay-capable (coding-only activation when WLAN present) vs retrofit-required
• Filter by type � ENAV2 EntryEvo, ENAV2 EntryEvo Media, MGU High, MGU Base, NBTevo IDS/ID6, RSE MGU
• Relationships & Conditions � click any unit to see its SWFL/BTLD/HWEL relationships, per-series WLAN conditions, feature state matrix, and SA option gates
• ECU Intelligence link � jump directly to the full interactive graph for any head unit in ECU Relationship Intelligence

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/head-units and sign in (free account)
2. Search by HWEL code (e.g. 00005D15), platform name (MGU, EntryEvo), or market
3. Use the CarPlay and WLAN dropdowns to filter units by capability
4. Click "Relationships & Conditions" on any card to see the full ECU relationship detail, per-series coding conditions and SA option requirements

DME FSC Generator Free

Generate BMW Feature Status Codes (FSC) for DME/DDE engine control units. FSC codes are cryptographic tokens that enable or disable software features on the ECU � used for performance upgrades, emissions compliance, and factory option activation.

What It Does

• Generate FSC tokens � enter the VIN and target feature, get the signed FSC code ready to flash to the ECU
• Feature activation � enable factory-gated features that are present in the ECU firmware but locked by FSC
• Supports all DME/DDE � MEVD17, MG1, B58, B48, N20, N55 and all current BMW engine management ECUs
• Instant generation � no waiting, no external hardware needed � generate codes directly in the browser

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/fsc-generator
2. Enter the vehicle VIN (17 characters)
3. Select the feature to activate
4. Click Generate � the FSC code is produced and ready to flash via ISTA or E-Sys

EEPROM Tools Workshop � 1 credit/mod

Advanced ECU EEPROM analysis and modification tool. Upload raw EEPROM or flash dumps (.bin), auto-identify the ECU type, extract all readable fields, modify values and download the patched binary with correct checksums.

Upload & auto-identify � detects ECU type from file size and structure

Extract & modify � VIN, ISN, mileage, hours with auto-checksum fix

Supported ECU Types

• MEVD17.2/2.3 DFlash (64KB) � Hours, Mileage, CRC repair
• MG1CS003/201 EEPROM � VIN, DME ISN (8�32 hex), SK, EGS ISN
• MD1CS003 EEPROM � VIN, DME ISN
• MSV80/MSD80 � VIN, ISN, hours reset (.0da Intel HEX)
• CAS3/CAS3+/CAS4+ � VIN, Mileage, Key slots, ISN
• SRS/ACSM � Crash data clear
• Kombi 6WA/6WF � Mileage (35128/160D dumps)
• EGS 8HP � Adaptation reset (ZF 8-speed)

Pricing

Identify and checksum repair are free. Each modification (VIN/ISN/Hours/KM) costs 1 credit. Active subscribers are not charged per operation.

CAS EEPROM Editor Workshop � 1 credit/save

Dedicated CAS module editor � upload a raw CAS EEPROM dump and edit key slots, ISN, VIN and mileage. Auto-detects CAS variant (EWS2/EWS3, CAS1 through CAS4+), strips CGPro headers, and recalculates checksums on save.

Key slots � view and modify programmed transponder keys

ISN � decrypt, encrypt and write to EEPROM

VIN & mileage editing

Auto-checksum recalculation

Download patched .bin

Features

• Key slots � view all programmed key slots, modify individual key data (transponder ID, status bytes)
• ISN management � read encrypted ISN, decrypt with XOR key or ECU ISN, write new encrypted ISN
• VIN & mileage � change stored VIN and mileage counter (all mirror locations updated automatically)
• Auto-checksum � checksums recalculated before download, no manual CRC patching needed
• CGPro header strip � automatically detects and removes CGPro/KTAG headers from the dump

Supported Variants

EWS2, EWS3, CAS1, CAS2, CAS3 (95320 4KB), CAS3+ (95128/95256), CAS4 (D-Flash 32KB), CAS4+ (5M48H). File sizes: 4KB, 8KB, 16KB, 32KB, 64KB with auto-detection.

CAS ISN Calculator Subscription

Decrypt and encrypt the ISN (Individual Serial Number) stored in BMW CAS3+ and CAS4+ EEPROM. Essential for ECU replacement, key programming, and CAS-ECU ISN synchronization.

Modes

• Decrypt with ECU ISN � provide the encrypted CAS ISN and the known plain ECU/DME ISN to recover the plain ISN
• Decrypt with XOR key � if you already know the 3-byte key, decrypt the CAS EEPROM ISN directly
• Encrypt ISN � encrypt a plain ISN for writing back to CAS EEPROM
• Verify match � confirm that CAS and ECU share the same ISN (critical for key programming)

Use Cases

• ECU replacement � match ISN to new DME/DDE
• Key programming � verify CAS-ECU ISN pairing before coding new keys
• Used CAS installation � re-sync ISN after module swap
• EWS/CAS synchronization

PRG Catalog Pro

The complete BMW SGBD/PRG diagnostic job database � 2,500+ SGBDs, 280,000+ jobs with UDS service IDs, input parameters, output results, and table references. The reference you need to send diagnostic commands directly to BMW ECUs via EDIABAS, ISTA, or a transmitter app.

Browse SGBDs by ECU group, search jobs by name

Job detail � UDS service, input args, result fields

UDS byte-code � the exact telegram to send to the ECU

What You Can Find

• Every EDIABAS job � STATUS_LESEN (read), STEUERN (control), DIAGNOSE, IDENTIFIKATION, and all other job types per ECU
• UDS service mapping � which UDS service ID (0x22 ReadByIdentifier, 0x31 RoutineControl, 0x2E WriteByIdentifier, 0x10 DiagSession�) each job maps to
• Input parameters � the exact arguments the job expects (byte positions, opcodes, argument enums)
• Output results � result field names, byte offsets, lengths, and descriptions
• Table references � lookup tables (DEVUDS_HWNAME, JOBRESULT�) with all their rows and columns
• Byte-code UDS reproduction � the recovered transport layer command showing the actual telegram bytes sent to the ECU
• Trilingual descriptions � German, English and Portuguese where available

How It Benefits You

• Send UDS commands directly � use the exact service ID + DID/RID from the catalog to communicate with an ECU via a diagnostic tool (ISTA, Tool32, or any UDS-capable interface)
• Build transmitter apps � the byte-code detail gives you the raw telegram format to implement in your own BimmerTransmitter / ENET tool for automated diagnostic sequences
• Understand ECU behavior � know exactly what "STATUS_LESEN_BATTERIE" does at the protocol level before running it on a live car
• Cross-reference with ECU Explorer � find a service function in ECU Explorer, then look up the raw job in PRG Catalog to see the UDS bytes

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/prg-catalog and sign in (Pro subscription required)
2. Browse the left panel by SGBD/ECU group, or use the global search (Ctrl+K)
3. Click any job to see its full detail: UDS mapping, parameters, results, tables, and byte-code

KIS Explorer Subscription

Decode a VIN to its control units and resolve the exact applicable part per ECU � with the full SGBM bundle (BTLD/CAFD/HWAP/HWEL/IBAD/SWFL), head-unit hardware specs, and the raw + parsed KIS applicability rule. Or look up a part number directly to get its ECU assignment and full bundle.

By VIN � SGBM details per ECU

Enter any 17-character BMW VIN. The tool decodes the vehicle, lists every control unit on the car, and for each ECU computes the exact applicable part with the full SGBM bundle � one clear best-match using effective-dated I-Step selection (the same logic as E-Sys).

VIN decode ? control units ? click any ECU for the full SGBM bundle (BTLD, CAFD, HWAP, HWEL, SWFL)

By Part Number � ECU assignment & bundle

Enter a BMW part number (Sachnummer) to look up which ECU it belongs to, the head-unit hardware info, and the complete SGBM bundle with versions and applicability rule.

Enter a part number ? see the ECU assignment

Full SGBM bundle for the part � versions, classes, descriptions

What You Get

• Vehicle decode � series, engine, production date, type key, build context
• All ECUs on the car � with precomputed applicability (which have parts, which are empty)
• One clear best-match part per ECU � effective-dated I-Step selection, scoped to this vehicle
• Full SGBM bundle � BTLD (bootloader), CAFD (coding), HWAP, HWEL, IBAD, SWFL with version numbers
• Head-unit hardware � type, market, producer, RAM, WLAN/CarPlay/features (joined by HWEL)
• Applicability rule � raw KIS Bedingung + parsed (SA options, series, market gates)
• FA/SALAPA scoping � drop the car's FA XML to confirm option-gated parts exactly

ISTA Documentation Subscription

The full BMW ISTA service library � 305,000+ documents covering wiring diagrams, connector pinouts, torque specifications, component locations, repair procedures, fault trees, and diagnostic sequences. Browse by chassis, search by component name, and filter by document type.

Select chassis + browse the document tree by category

Open any document � wiring, pinout, repair procedure, torque spec

Series view � filter by type (EBO, SSP, PIB, SWZ�) + search within

Component locations, exploded views, connector images

Document Types

• PIB � Connector pinouts, pin assignments, wire colors
• SSP � System-level wiring diagrams with SVG graphic references
• EBO � Component removal/installation steps with exploded views
• SWZ � Fastener torque values (Nm) and sequences
• REP � Structured repair instructions
• AZD � Diagnostic step-by-step procedures
• FKB � DTC-linked troubleshooting articles
• STA � Component physical locations
• FTD � Diagnostic decision trees (fault trees)
• COM � Bus/network documentation
• SWS � ECU software documentation
• NEU � Model-year feature descriptions (what's new)

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/ista-docs and sign in
2. Enter a VIN (auto-selects the chassis) or pick a series from the dropdown
3. Use the search bar to find documents by component name (e.g. "a42", "alternator", "headlight")
4. Filter by document type using the chips (EBO, SSP, PIB, SWZ�)
5. Click any document to view � includes images, connector views, wiring diagrams, torque tables

Coverage

Retrofit � Find the Wiring Subscription

Compare real BMW wiring between your current car and a retrofit target. See the exact pins to add, change or remove at the connector � with destinations, wire colours and disconnection safety. Works by SA option code (e.g. 688 Harman Kardon, 3AG rear camera) or by direct document comparison across same-generation chassis (F?F, G?G, E?E).

Two Ways to Use

• By SALAPA / SA code � select your chassis (e.g. F30), pick an SA option (688, 3AG, 552 LED�). The tool computes the module delta, bus topology changes, and shows wiring for each added component.
• By direct comparison � pick a connector (e.g. E5*1B headlight) and select a FROM document (halogen) and a TO document (LED). Get the pin-by-pin diff: what stays, what changes, what to add/remove, with wire colours and live-feed safety warnings.

SA option selection � see module delta, bus changes, confidence scores

Impact report � added ECUs, bus topology, pin delta, view wiring per module

Direct Wiring Comparison

Compare two wiring documents side by side for the same connector. Example: retrofit LED headlights on an F30 � compare the halogen SSP document against the LED SSP document for connector E5*1B to get the exact pin-level diff.

Pick connector + FROM/TO documents

Pin-by-pin diff � SAME / CHANGE / ADD / REMOVE

Wire detail � destinations, colours, polarity, safety

Curated Retrofit Catalog

Bimmer Studio maintains a curated list of validated retrofits based on BMW EBA (Einbauanleitung / installation guides). These include:

• Front PDC (SA 508) � F20/F21/F30/F31
• Rear View Camera (SA 3AG / 609) � F30/31/32/33/34/36
• LED Headlights (SA 552 / 5A2) � F30/F31
• Harman Kardon Surround Sound (SA 688) � F30
• Head-Up Display (SA 610) � F30/31/34/35
• Integrated Navigation (SA 609) � F20�F36

Each curated retrofit has verified connector sets, source/target documents, and has been validated against real BMW wiring data.

Guided retrofit view � pick an SA, see everything that changes

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/retrofit and sign in
2. Select your chassis (F30, G20, E90�) from the dropdown
3. Choose a method: "What can I retrofit?" (guided by SA) or "Compare connectors" (direct doc comparison)
4. For SA mode � pick the SA option and review the impact report + per-module wiring
5. For compare mode � select a connector, pick FROM/TO documents, view the pin diff

Troubleshoot � Function Explorer Subscription

Pick a chassis and a factory option code (SA / SALAPA) and see everything involved in that function � every control unit, ECU, component, wiring document and bus it touches � recovered from the live wiring graph. The whole picture of a system in one place, for tracing a fault back through its physical components. Every value comes from a real BMW wiring document for that series. No VIN required.

What It Shows

When you select an SA option (e.g. 688 Harman Kardon, 609 Navigation Professional, 3AG Rear Camera), the tool maps the complete physical infrastructure of that function:

• Central node � the head unit or main ECU that anchors the function (e.g. A42 Headunit for audio)
• All ECUs & control units � every module involved (amplifiers, ASD, gateway, body controller)
• All components � speakers, sensors, actuators, antennas � with connector codes
• Bus connections � which buses link the components (K-CAN2, MOST, LIN, Ethernet)
• Wiring documents � the real BMW SSP/PIB source documents with links to ISTA Docs
• Per-connector pinout � every pin, signal name, wire colour, direction (IN/OUT/GROUND), and destination
• Power supply � KL30/KL15/KL31 terminal assignments, fuses, ground points

Select chassis + pick SA option ? see all modules

Function explorer � ECUs, components, buses, source documents

Connector pinout � pin, signal, wire colour, direction, destination

Multiple connectors per ECU � full signal path visible

Speaker/sensor wiring detail

Amplifier connections � every pin with signal + colour

Woofer + power supply chain

Use Cases for Troubleshooting

• Trace a fault to its source � a speaker isn't working? See which ECU drives it, which bus signal it uses, what wire colour to probe, and where the ground goes
• Understand a system before working on it � before disconnecting anything, see the full topology: what connects to what, through which buses, with which fuses
• Identify all affected connectors � for any function, know every connector and pin that participates, so you check the right ones during diagnosis
• Cross-reference with ISTA Docs � click any wiring document link to open the full SSP/PIB diagram in the ISTA Documentation viewer

How to Use

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/troubleshoot and sign in
2. Select your chassis from the dropdown (F30, G20, E90�)
3. Filter and pick an SA option code (e.g. 688 Harman Kardon, 6NR HiFi, 3AG camera)
4. See the complete function map � all ECUs, components, connectors with full pinout detail
5. Click any connector to see its cross-reference images (installation location + connector view)

My Garage Free

Your personal BMW workspace � keep all your vehicles organized, track every service and engineering job done, and have quick access to decode, SVT and service history for each car.

What You Can Do

• Add vehicles by VIN � enter any 17-char BMW VIN, the platform identifies the model, engine, series and production data automatically
• Quick actions per car � one-click Decode (full VIN breakdown), SVT (software version table), and Services (history panel)
• Track maintenance services � engine oil, brake pads, filters, spark plugs, vehicle inspections, emissions tests
• Track engineering work � ECU coding, ECU flash, retrofit installs, FA/SVT updates, key programming, ISN sync, ISTA sessions, battery registration
• Service records � date, mileage, service center, condition (carried out / overdue), and notes for each visit
• Storage meter � see how much of your free/paid storage is used (vehicles, scripts, records)
• Nickname & organize � rename cars with friendly names for easy identification

For Enthusiasts & Coders

If you code BMWs, do retrofits, or flash ECUs � My Garage is where you keep track of every change made to each car. Log coding sessions, document what was flashed, record retrofit installations, and note FA/SVT modifications. When working on multiple vehicles (customer cars, your own fleet), this is your single source of truth.

Service records � date, mileage, items performed

Engineering tab � coding, flash, retrofit with pricing

Getting Started

1. Navigate to bimmer.studio/garage and sign in (free account)
2. Enter a 17-character VIN and click "Add to Garage"
3. Click Services on any vehicle card to log maintenance or engineering work

Service Manager Workshop App Coming Soon

Track your BMW's service history, CBS (Condition Based Service) intervals, and upcoming maintenance � synced directly to the head unit. Web-based tracking available now; native desktop app coming soon.

Features

• Service Log � Record oil changes, brake services, filter replacements, and any maintenance item
• CBS Tracking � Monitor Condition Based Service statuses (engine oil, brake fluid, vehicle check, etc.)
• Reminders � Get notified when services are due based on mileage or date
• Multi-Vehicle � Track multiple BMWs from one account
• Export � Download your service history for resale documentation
• HU Sync � Sync records to the head unit (via Service Manager app)

Getting Started

Coding Studio Premium

A web-based BMW coding parameter browser. Explore CAFD functions, data groups, and condition parameters for any supported BMW ECU � directly in your browser.

What You Can Do

• Browse ECUs � Select any ECU (HU_NBT, BDC, FEM, KOMBI, etc.) and explore its CAFD structure
• Search Parameters � Find specific coding functions by name (e.g., "AMBIENT_LIGHT", "DRL", "LAUNCH_CONTROL")
• View Options � See all possible values for each coding parameter with descriptions
• Version Comparison � Compare coding parameters across different CAFD versions
• Data Export � Export parameter lists for documentation or coding reference

Coding Database

The coding database is generated from official BMW PSdZ data and contains:

How to Use

Vehicle Catalog Free / Premium

A comprehensive BMW model database featuring detailed technical specifications, production data, and model comparisons.

What's Included

• Model Browser � Browse all BMW models by series, generation, and year
• Technical Specs � Engine data, performance figures, dimensions, weights
• Production Info � Factory codes, production plants, build numbers
• ECU Information � Which ECUs are used in each model/generation
• Comparison � Side-by-side compare different models or generations

Plans & Pricing

Bimmer Studio uses a tiered subscription model. All tools are accessible from any tier � the difference is usage limits and access to advanced features.

Subscription Tiers

Per-App Licenses

Some tools are also available as one-time per-app purchases (no recurring subscription needed):

• ECU Relationship Intelligence � per-app license or any subscription tier

Credits ($2 each)

EEPROM, CAS Editor, and CAS ISN operations cost 1 credit each for users below Workshop tier. Workshop and Workshop Pro subscribers get these operations included free (no credit deduction).

Credit Packs

Packs available in 10-credit increments from 10 to 100. Buy via Stripe from your account.

Feature Access by Tier

Visit bimmer.studio/pricing for current pricing, billing options, and to subscribe.

Billing & Payments

Payment Processing

All payments are securely processed through Stripe. We accept:

• Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
• Apple Pay & Google Pay (where supported by Stripe)
• Bank redirects (varies by region)

Billing Cycles

Subscriptions are available in multiple billing periods:

• Monthly � Billed every month, cancel anytime
• Quarterly � Billed every 3 months, ~10% savings
• Semi-Annual � Billed every 6 months, ~15% savings
• Annual � Billed yearly, best recurring value
• Lifetime � One-time payment, access forever

Cancellation

You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings. Your access continues until the end of the current billing period.

Troubleshooting

Cannot sign in

• Verify you're using the correct email address (check for typos).
• If MFA is enabled, ensure your authenticator app is synced (check device time).
• Try "Forgot Password" to reset your credentials.
• Clear browser cookies for bimmer.studio and try again.

Coding Studio not loading data

• Ensure you have an active Pro or Workshop subscription.
• Check your internet connection � the coding database loads from the server.
• Try a hard refresh: Ctrl + Shift + R (or Cmd + Shift + R on Mac).

Payment failed

• Verify your card details and billing address.
• Check with your bank that international/online transactions are enabled.
• Try a different payment method.
• Contact support if the issue persists.

CC-ID not found

• Not all CC-IDs exist in every CAFD version. The calculator covers mainstream BMW F/G-series modules.
• Double-check the ID number � CC-IDs are typically 3-4 digit numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bimmer Studio free?

Yes � the CC-ID Calculator, VIN Decoder, and Service Manager are completely free with no account required. Premium tools like Coding Studio require a subscription.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Bimmer Studio is a web application that runs entirely in your browser. No downloads, no plugins.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. We use RSA-signed JWTs for authentication, BCrypt for password hashing, and HTTPS for all communications. MFA and passkeys add additional security layers.

Can I use Bimmer Studio on mobile?

Yes. The entire platform is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets. All tools are touch-optimized.

What BMW models does the Coding Studio support?

The coding database covers over 7,000 CAFD files spanning BMW F, G, and U series vehicles. This includes most 2012+ BMW models.

Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, at any time. Access continues until the end of your current billing period. No penalties or hidden fees.

Is Bimmer Studio related to Bimmer Power Studio?

They are sister products from the same team. Bimmer Studio focuses on coding tools, diagnostics, and knowledge. Bimmer Power Studio is our ECU flash/performance software for BMW vehicles.

How do I get support?

Contact us via WhatsApp, Telegram, or email. Workshop plan subscribers get priority response.