BMW F and G Series Headlight Fault Diagnosis & Fix | Step-by-Step Guide

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Welcome to another informative episode on the BimDoc Channel, where we delve into the intricate world of automotive repairs with a focus on modern BMWs. In today's video, we're tackling a common yet challenging issue faced by BMW 7 Series owners, particularly with the sophisticated laser headlights found in the G11 series.

🔧 What's Inside:

We start off with a perplexing situation: multiple error messages including turn indicator failure, high beam headlight failure, and more, lighting up our dashboard.
Dive deep into the diagnostic process, using specialized tools and software to pinpoint the exact cause of the failures.
Unveil the complexity behind BMW's laser headlights, exploring the roles of different Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and how they can lead to such bewildering errors.
A comprehensive, hands-on guide on swapping ECUs to diagnose the issue, including the disassembly of the front bumper to access the headlights.
Share a behind-the-scenes look at how support from our subscribers enables us to enhance our diagnostic capabilities, showcasing tools like the Rode Wireless Pro microphone set and gimbals for better video production.
Highlight the crucial steps in coding and programming new ECUs to resolve the headlight issues, ensuring every detail is covered for a thorough fix.
Plus, witness a genuine moment of automotive troubleshooting suspense, with an unexpected twist that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
🛠️ Today's Takeaway:
Whether you're a professional mechanic, a BMW enthusiast, or simply intrigued by the complexity of modern automotive electronics, this video offers valuable insights into diagnosing and fixing high-tech headlights. By the end, you'll have a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved in keeping these advanced systems running smoothly.

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Timeline:
00:00 - Intro
02:47 - Diagnostics
07:27 - ETK - Electronic Parts Catalogue
11:45 - NEW Tis
12:57 - Disassembly
15:24 - Switching the ECUs
20:36 - Installing new ECU
25:22 - Coding used ECU
35:22 - New Day, Brand New ECU
40:03 - Programming New ECU
41:49 - Assembly and Final Diagnostics
44:48 - Final Remarks

[gerrykeaveney]

that background music is so annoying, can you adjust the levels and fade in out points. it not adding to the production value, if anything its driving viewers away

[rookiediagnosticsandrepair]

You make it look easy. Thanks for sharing! Ps: music part is a bit too loud for me.

[ernicortez]

Благодарю тебя за все твои видео!!! Спасибо, что делишься такой ценной Успехов тебе и процветания!!!!

[baselmatossian]

Hi Vladimir, thanks for this video. Yes please if you can upload video how can use ISTA to diagonistc in English.
Thanks in advance

[crank]

I'm struggling with English also, but just to clarify ECU - Engine Control Unit. Maybe Headlight Module or Controller will be more appropriate in this case

[Ash_CVR_]

What about if the modules are showing as red on Esys ? Both FLE are showing no Communication.

[AhmadAli-wbz]

Make one video please in English how to use ista please

[Ктото-бче]

Based on module description the both FLMs (43 and 44, see 19:20 min) are for right! The question is, is the launcher issue?

[giorgiispirov]

Здравствуй Владимир! На F10 2016, установил Адаптив Лед Фары, опция 552. Обновил и закодировал блоки фар, все работает, ошибок никаких нет, не В FRM и не в фарных блоках. Только одна проблема! Когда включаю ближний или дальний свет, фары загораются и через секунду тухнут! А вот когда включаю проводить домой, они горят нормально! В чем может быть проблема ?

[kreshnikmorinaa]

Thank you very much for your efforts and for your time to explain everything in detail

[explaining-team]

Small correction: "turn signal ECU" and "DRL ECU" are not ECU. This is just LED modules.
And please note that in newer laser headlights (SA 5AZ) on G12, G07, etc., the FLM-02 MID_10AH2S ECU is installed, this ECU is in a completely metal case. If, after clicking the "Detect CAF for SWE" button in the E-sys, you receive the error "Failed to get CAFs for SWE", this may mean that the wrong ECU is installed in the headlight. If you replace the laser headlight or its ECU, you may need to program the headlight ECU to add SWFK_00005CFC... (create TAL with 5AZ in FA), and this software remains in the headlight, and not in the ECU. Without this file, everything will work, the high beam too, but you will see the high beam faulty error (this means that the laser high beam is faulty).
Also, errors with programming or coding of the headlight ECU can be caused by faults inside the headlight itself, unconnected or faulty LED modules, or if the headlight adjustment motor is not working correctly.
Remember that LED modules can only be connected when the headlight connector is disconnected.

[Vladislav_iordakiy]

Благодарю вас Владимир!
Как всегда всё на высшем уровне!
Смотрю коментарии, все жалуются на не удобства в просмотре видео на английском языке, Господа скажите спасибо за это! Человек старается, тратит свое время, это его личное дело для какой аудитории снимать видео и на каком языке!
P.s Сам читаю субтитры😂

[lucky_luke]

Great video Vladimir! Regards from Poland

[OleksBMW]

Подскажите, в авто ж изначально было не самое новое ПО? У меня вопрос, а почему запрограммировали только фару, почему не обновить весь автомобиль после замены фары? Или лишний раз лучше не обновлять все эбу?

[MrZloyPupsik]

Привет, нужен совет. Е60, маск нави. Долго включается экран (1-2 мин, с другим маск все ок)
маск заглатывает диски все читает но не отдает, нет реакции на кнопку(панельку менял результата ноль) куда копать, может ты сталкивался с таким???

[KlepicPredrag]

Your video rocks! Some of the great next videos should be about from where and how to install Ista and some guide for it!

[MikeGarcia-bvdx]

like this YouTube channel Keep it up. I was thinking how about making a video on the operating hours counter like what is it for and do all dme/dde have it?

[andreispelciuc]

Another awesome informative video, thank you! Would you consider reviewing the power supply in the future?

[mohamadsweed]

Hello, teacher. In order to use a program ISTA and the programmer, do we need to connect to the Internet, or does the program, whether diagnosing the malfunction or using a programmer, do not need the Internet?

[PeterRambo-ir]

Hi Vladimir, thank you very much for the wonderful videos and instructions, I have a BMW G30 3/2022 with basic LEDs (not adaptive, there is no SALAPA element for basic LEDs) and I am going to install older laser lights with new led modules. I have high beam assistant in car 5AC. I am asking for advice on the procedure with E-SYS, I will add 5AZ to the VO and program both new FLEs and what else should I program or code? BDC? KAFAS? FRM? And should I change I-steps somehow, or let E-sys recommend me with FLEs? Thank you very much for the advice.