Release Notes Programming

Passenger Cars

ISTA 4.04.1x
ISTA Service Data 4.04.11
ISTA/P 3.61.0
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List of contents
List of contents ................................................................................................................................................... 2
1 General notes ............................................................................................................................................. 3
2 Overview of the I levels contained.............................................................................................................. 4
3 Innovations ................................................................................................................................................. 5
4 Known faults F, G, I Series ......................................................................................................................... 8
4.1 ISTA/P - execution stop on F15, F16 .................................................................................................. 8
4.2 Head Unit High 2 - Navigation system without function ...................................................................... 9
4.3 All control units are assigned for exchange ...................................................................................... 10
4.4 G1x, G3x Several encodings fail ....................................................................................................... 11
4.5 The calculation of the measures plan fails ........................................................................................ 12
4.6 Incorrect pop-up on invalid IP address during programming ............................................................ 13
4.7 Programming aborts due to antivirus software and firewall .............................................................. 14
4.8 Vehicle order import fails due to antivirus software and firewall ....................................................... 15
4.9 Invalid IP address for BN2020Ethernet control units ........................................................................ 16
4.10 Terminal 15 switches off during vehicle treatment ........................................................................ 17
4.11 ICOM connection fault is displayed during programming .............................................................. 18
5 Known faults E Series (ISTA/P) ............................................................................................................... 19
5.1 Programming the CICR head unit takes a long time ......................................................................... 19
5.2 Programming the CHAMP2 fails ....................................................................................................... 20
5.3 Manual import of vehicle order (central encoding key) fails .............................................................. 21
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1 General notes
With the launch of ISTA 4, the functionality for programming has been integrated in ISTA.

The following series can be dealt with using ISTA/P:

E Series

F, G and I Series (provisionally until 7/17)

The following series can be dealt with using ISTA 4:

F, G and I Series

These Release Notes contain information for both programming systems.

The Release Notes list all known faults and faults that are currently still unresolved, with possible
workarounds which are important for the Retailer Organisation. Please contact Technical Support if
additional faults occur on the vehicle. In particular in the following cases:

vehicle-related programming faults / encoding faults and activation faults

functional faults on the vehicle

With ISTA 4, it is now also possible to send feedback relating to vehicle programming to BMW AG. Selecting
the "Feedback" symbol (envelope symbol) displays the feedback screen with input boxes.
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2 Overview of the I levels contained

F, G, I Series (ISTA 4, ISTA/P)

Series group I level

F001 (F0x, RR4, RR5) F001-17-03-502

F010 (F06, F1x) F010-17-03-502

F020 (F2x, F3x, F80, F82, F83, F87) F020-17-03-502

F025 (F15, F16, F25, F26, F85, F86) F025-17-03-502

F056 (F4x, F5x, F6x) F056-17-03-502

S15A (G1x, G3x) S15A-17-03-502

S15C (G38) S15C-17-03-502

I001 (I03, I08) I001-17-03-502

I levels correspond to the ISTA Service Data version on the front page.

E Series (ISTA/P)

Series group I level

E065 (E65, E66) E065-15-07-500

E060 (E60, E61, E63, E64) E060-16-11-500

E070 (E70, E71, E72) E070-16-11-500

E89x (E81, E82, E84, E87, E88, E89, E90, E91, E92, E93) E89x-16-11-500

R056 (R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61) R056-16-11-500

RR01 (RR1, RR2, RR3) RR01-16-07-507

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3 Innovations
The following interesting innovations are included, amongst others.

ISTA 4 and ISTA/P (BN2020)

Introduction of component protection for Head Unit High 2

Benefit: To protect against theft, the Head Unit (HU-H2) of the specified vehicles with production date as of
November 2016 is coupled to the Body Domain Controller (BDC).

Vehicles: G11, G12, G30, F15, F16, F85, F86, F54, F60 as of 11/16 can be dealt with

Notes:

For the installation of a HU-H2 new part, the locking is performed automatically by ISTA 4 or ISTA/P.

In the following cases the component protection must be activated in order that the navigation function works
properly:

For a cross-exchange of a HU-H2,Technical Support must perform the locking.

In the case of a BDC exchange the lock must be performed by Technical Support.

Also see PuMA measure 62960142

New models with production date

Benefit: The new G30, G38 can be dealt with.

Vehicles: G30, G38

Multi-session capability of ISTA 4

Benefit: Running multiple programming or diagnosis sessions on one device, similarly to ISTA/P.

Planned for ISTA 4.05.1x

Update of navigation maps in ISTA 4

Benefit: Update of the map data by ISTA 4 in motor vehicles with navigation system.

Planned for ISTA 4.05.1x. Up to then, the update can be performed with ISTA/P.
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ISTA/P (BN2000)

Introduction of partial programming

Benefit: For certain series it is possible to perform the software update without infotainment control units.

The infotainment control units include:

Navigation system / radio / Rear Seat Entertainment

Central information display / iDrive

Audio amplifier / CD changer / DVD changer

Telephone control units

Night Vision and TRSVC

After the start of the session a dialogue appears with the selection of the desired programming mode:

1. Full programming - all control units are updated

2. Partial programming - all except the infotainment control units are updated.

In the case of partial programming, all control units that are not updated are marked with a grey dot in the
control unit tree.
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Vehicles:

R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61, E81, E82, E84, E87, E88, E89, E90, E91, E92, E93 - worldwide

E70, E71 without M Sport vehicles and without KAFAS - initially in Germany only

E60, E61, E63, E64 without M Sport vehicles and without ACC or LDM - initially in Germany only

Notes:

If partial programming is selected, not all conversions and retrofittings may be selectable because they
concern infotainment control units.

If an infotainment control unit is exchanged, partial programming is not possible.

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4 Known faults F, G, I Series

4.1 ISTA/P - execution stop on F15, F16

Fault description:

At the start of the ISTA/P session an execution stop occurs with a reference to the Release Notes.

The cause is a problem in the software logistics.

Model series affected:

Vehicles F15, F16 with optional equipment 217 (active steering)

Measure/workaround:

The vehicles can be programmed with ISTA 4.

Fault corrected by:

Currently still open.

Affected application:

ISTA/P
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4.2 Head Unit High 2 - Navigation system without function

Fault description:

Navigation system and voice processing system without function, all enabling codes are deactivated.

Model series affected:

Vehicles with HU-H2 (NBT Evo) at I level 16-11-5xx.

Measure/workaround:

Contact Technical Support.

Fault corrected by:

Expected for I level 17-03-503

ISTA 4.04.2x

ISTA/P 3.61.1

Affected application:

ISTA 4

ISTA/P

Note:

For new vehicles from the production period February to March 2017, the fault memory 0xB7F87D
(component protection not initialized) can be ignored.

Until availability of ISTA/P 3.61.1 or ISTA 4.04.2x, the component protection should not be activated via
ISTA.
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4.3 All control units are assigned for exchange

Fault description:

The programming system assigns all control units for exchange.

If the fault memory entry with code 0xB7F33C is present in the control unit ATM-01, then the control unit is
faulty.

Model series affected:

Vehicles with ATM-01 and fault memory entry 0xB7F33C.

Measure/workaround:

Exchange of the ATM-01

Fault corrected by:

Currently still open

Affected application:

ISTA/P

ISTA 4
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4.4 G1x, G3x Several encodings fail

Fault description:

Several encodings fail during programming.

The cause is the switch-off of terminal 15 by the BDC control unit after its programming.

Model series affected:

G11, G12, G30 during programming onto I level 16-11-5xx

Measure/workaround:

The control units to be encoded are automatically planned-in during the continuation of the session.

Please continue the session.

Fault corrected by:

Expected for

ISTA 4.04.2x

ISTA/P 3.61.1

Affected application:

ISTA 4

ISTA/P
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4.5 The calculation of the measures plan fails

Fault description:

If the insertion sequence of the ICOM is not observed, or the ICOM connection of WLAN to LAN cable is
changed, the measures plan can sporadically not be calculated.

Model series affected:

All F, G, I Series

Measure/workaround:

Remove and reinsert ICOM on vehicle, observing the following sequence:

1. Insert the driver's seat belt

2. Switch on ignition.

3. Wait two to three minutes, to allow each control unit time to start

4. Attach ICOM

5. Start programming

Note: Please also observe the described sequence for changing the connection from WLAN to LAN cable.

Fault corrected by:

Currently still open

Affected application:

ISTA 4
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4.6 Incorrect pop-up on invalid IP address during programming

Important!

During vehicle management with ISTA/P an incorrect pop-up with notice of an invalid IP address
can appear. If an incorrect pop-up is displayed, it can be ignored and the session may be
continued.

The pop-up only appears correctly for the following series:

F20, F21, F22, F23, F30, F31, F32, F33, F34, F35

with multimedia platform (CHAMP2) or with Car Information Computer (CIC)

Affected application:

ISTA/P
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4.7 Programming aborts due to antivirus software and firewall

Important!

In individual cases, installed security software (antivirus software or firewall) causes programming
aborts of different head units.

Model series affected:

F Series, I01, I12

With G11, G12, this can additionally affect the following Ethernet control units: ATM, FRR, SAS,
ICAM, KAFAS, RSE, KOMBI
(BMW-internal locations are not affected by the fault)

Measure/workaround:

For more details, see Dealer Self Support entry 50714 and 57231.

Affected application:

ISTA/P

ISTA 4
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4.8 Vehicle order import fails due to antivirus software and firewall

Important!

In individual cases, the vehicle order-import fails because of installed security software (antivirus
software or firewall). After the start of the session, the vehicle identification with ISTA/P fails.
(BMW internal sites are not affected by the fault)

Measure/workaround:

For more details, see ISPI Dealer Self Support entry 51219.

Affected application:

ISTA/P
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4.9 Invalid IP address for BN2020Ethernet control units

Fault description:

During vehicle management, one of the following Ethernet-capable control units should be programmed:HU-
H, RSE, ATM, KOMBI, ACC, ICAM, KAFAS

At the start of the session, a note appears indicating that the IP address is invalid. The Ethernet
programming can fail if the following steps are not followed:

Model series affected:

All F, G, I Series

Measure/workaround:

1. Finish ISTA(P) session

2. Carry out a battery reset

3. Restart the session

4. If the fault message continues to appear: Check that the Ethernet wiring in the vehicle corresponds to
the wiring diagram in ISTA

5. If the fault message continues to appear: Contact Technical Support

Fault corrected by:

Currently still open

Affected application:

ISTA/P

ISTA 4
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4.10 Terminal 15 switches off during vehicle treatment

Fault description:

During the treatment with ISTA/P, terminal 15 switches off sporadically.

Model series affected:

F20, F21, F22, F23, F25, F26, F30 (HEV, PHEV), F31, F32, F33, F34, F35, F36, F80, F82, F83, F87

Measure/workaround:

1. Insert driver's seat belt

2. Switch terminal 15

3. Then attach ICOM

4. Start programming

Fault corrected by:

Currently still open

Affected application:

ISTA/P

ISTA 4
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4.11 ICOM connection fault is displayed during programming

Fault description:

It is possible that a ICOM connection fault will be displayed during programming, especially when
programming the Head Unit High.

Model series affected:

Vehicles with NBT, NBT-EVO

Measure/workaround:

The message can be ignored.

Fault corrected by:

Expected with Version 4.04.1x.

Affected application:

ISTA 4
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5 Known faults E Series (ISTA/P)

5.1 Programming the CICR head unit takes a long time

Fault description:

The programming of vehicles with CICR using ICOM Next takes a long time.

Model series affected:

E60, E61, E63, E64, E70, E71, E72, E81, E82, E84, E87, E88, E89, E90, E91, E92, E93

Measure/workaround:

Please use an ICOM A1 or A2.

Fault corrected by:

Faults are eliminated using ICOM Next firmware 03-14-10.

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5.2 Programming the CHAMP2 fails

Fault description:

Programming the CHAMP2 using ICOM Next fails with the fault code 2020.

Model series affected:

R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61

Measure/workaround:

Please use an ICOM A1 or A2.

Fault corrected by:

Fault elimination is expected with ICOM Next firmware 03-14-10.

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5.3 Manual import of vehicle order (central encoding key) fails

Fault description:

During vehicle management with ISTA/P, the vehicle order (central encoding key) cannot be imported
manually via data management or data carrier. Various pop-ups can appear indicating the failed vehicle
order import.

Model series affected:

E39, E46, E53

Measure/workaround:

Contact Technical Support

Fault corrected by:

Currently still open.