ECU software update

///BMW Junkie · 11-05-2016, 10:27 PM

I understand they can scan the key and check software version. However my dealer said they don't recommend updating the ECU software unless there is something "wrong" with the car. I recently bought an 08' with 26K miles and most likely software is not up to date. Dealer said they could flash it, but will not be responsible if something goes wrong due to the update. Any thoughts?

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roastbeef · 11-05-2016, 10:43 PM

Nothing is going to go wrong. Most dealers won't do it unless something is actually wrong, otherwise they'll charge you labor (most likely).

oolas3 · 11-06-2016, 09:54 AM

Many guys have reported the car runs better with updates. If you're planning on a tune, they come with the update so no need to do it separately.

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///BMW Junkie Major 474 Rep 1,009 Posts Drives: AW M4 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (0)	I understand they can scan the key and check software version. However my dealer said they don't recommend updating the ECU software unless there is something "wrong" with the car. I recently bought an 08' with 26K miles and most likely software is not up to date. Dealer said they could flash it, but will not be responsible if something goes wrong due to the update. Any thoughts? : __________________ Pure F82
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oolas3 Captain 388 Rep 876 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: May 2015 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	Many guys have reported the car runs better with updates. If you're planning on a tune, they come with the update so no need to do it separately.
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