Hi Guys
I've just replaced my headunit with a newer model (DAB Version, circa 2015) as my old unit had sound issues. Whilst doing this I took the opportunity to replace the Combox (Telephone and Bluetooth Audio) as my car only had standard Bluetooth (circa 2010) so no Bluetooth Audio.
So far so good, much better sound, faster interface, Bluetooth Telephone and Audio working as it should. Programmed the Bluetooth Audio using Bimmercode as I had it on my phone. Now the problem, Navigation is greyed out.
I'm sure its down to VIN numbers, FSC Codes as the headunit is from a different car so the VIN number / FSC Codes will be different and the year of manufacture is different too. So can anyone help with some guidance / instructions and software dowload links to fix the problem ?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers Steve
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HELP !!!! Replaced Headunit (CIC) - Coding
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Can’t help you but yes it’s a FSC/VIN clash…
I got mine remotely coded
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HELP !!!! Replaced Headunit (CIC) - Coding
You have a PMmkinternet wrote: Fri Jul 04, 2025 11:59 am Hi Guys
I've just replaced my headunit with a newer model (DAB Version, circa 2015) as my old unit had sound issues. Whilst doing this I took the opportunity to replace the Combox (Telephone and Bluetooth Audio) as my car only had standard Bluetooth (circa 2010) so no Bluetooth Audio.
So far so good, much better sound, faster interface, Bluetooth Telephone and Audio working as it should. Programmed the Bluetooth Audio using Bimmercode as I had it on my phone. Now the problem, Navigation is greyed out.
I'm sure its down to VIN numbers, FSC Codes as the headunit is from a different car so the VIN number / FSC Codes will be different and the year of manufacture is different too. So can anyone help with some guidance / instructions and software dowload links to fix the problem ?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers Steve

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That's really great Dave, thanks for all your help
Steve
That's really great Dave, thanks for all your help

Steve
E89 - 3.0i Auto 2010
Bilstein B12 Pro Kit
Wiechers Front Strut Brace
19” MAK LUFT Wheels
H&R Anti Roll Bars (Front and Rear)
Royals Steering Wheel
35i Brake Upgrade
Stage 1 Remap
Bilstein B12 Pro Kit
Wiechers Front Strut Brace
19” MAK LUFT Wheels
H&R Anti Roll Bars (Front and Rear)
Royals Steering Wheel
35i Brake Upgrade
Stage 1 Remap