[hugo_nz]

Tickle me pink but this just popped up on my watch. Pretty quick download (despite what the photo says) and now preparing to install on the car :-) Looks like OTA is working after all :-)

[xueju1121]

I heard that you need 11/2022.XX installed to enable the OTA. Apparently, my 7/2022 won't get it.

[VirtualGuitars]

The option is definitely there inside the vehicle when you have 11/2022.44.

[JonoNZ]

Cool! What does it say under “New features and improvements” for 44?

I will see our M60 has any updates available when we get home from Aus.

[hugo_nz]

Originally Posted by JonoNZ

Cool! What does it say under “New features and improvements” for 44?

I will see our M60 has any updates available when we get home from Aus.

Nothing specific at all. It’s all vague “improvements to existing features” stuff.

[ggalanis]

Originally Posted by xueju1121

I heard that you need 11/2022.XX installed to enable the OTA. Apparently, my 7/2022 won't get it.

FWIW in my car, built date of late sept 2022, came with 07/2022. For 2-3 weeks after getting it, I went into the menu in the car and had the car search for updates and it would say there was no update found.

At some point in December, the car stopped letting me check for updates and actually had a message displayed saying that OTA updates were currently not available for my car and that I had to go to the dealer to get updated. This may have coincided with when my car was included in the latest recall because not long after that message started displaying, I happened to check and there was a recall on the car. The recall required updating the car to 11/2022 so now I am on that and the car can once again search for updates.

[npa201]

My phone got the update but when I ask my vehicle to update it says it’s up to date. I’m 7/2022. So I have to make an appointment at the dealership to update? How long does that take at the dealership? Can I wait and have it done in thirty or is it one of those situations where like all other appointments we are talking about several hours where they inspect everything else and bog down the time needed?

[xueju1121]

Originally Posted by npa201

My phone got the update but when I ask my vehicle to update it says it’s up to date. I’m 7/2022. So I have to make an appointment at the dealership to update? How long does that take at the dealership? Can I wait and have it done in thirty or is it one of those situations where like all other appointments we are talking about several hours where they inspect everything else and bog down the time needed?

Let me know if you can update it yourself. I'm also on 7/2022, and I don't have updates, either from the phone or the car.

[deutsch100]

Software 7/2022 does not appear to be able to OTA to 11/2022 software.

You will have to leave the car. Depending on how smooth the update goes, it can be 3-36 hours.

[npa201]

Lame. Doesn’t seem worth the hassle yet to drop off the vehicle for the update.

[VirtualGuitars]

Originally Posted by npa201

Lame. Doesn’t seem worth the hassle yet to drop off the vehicle for the update.

Consider this: the previous update did not allow OTA to function, so there’s no way to avoid a trip to the dealer. What they should’ve done was make this known to the dealers upfront. transparency is everything.

[JonoNZ]

Got home from Australia last night and the OTA update for the M60 has appeared. The 'New features and improvements' contains this information:

VERSION INFORMATION

Summary
• Quality improvement: Interior temperature sensor system
• Service task for programming the SME control unit
• Disclaimer: Driver assistance systems
• Functional updates and improved quality
• Validity of the Remote Software Upgrade and Release
Notes
• Information about previous versions
• Updates of the Integrated Operating Instructions in the vehicle
• Specific notes about this upgrade
• Using the My BMW app to transmit data

Quality improvement: Interior temperature sensor system
The current software version of your vehicle can lead to delayed heating of the vehicle interior at outside temperatures below -5°C/22°F.
The new software ensures fast heating dynamics of the vehicle interior.

Service task for programming the SME control unit
The current software version of your vehicle may result in sporadic misdiagnoses at the SME. These may cause an unplanned interruption of charging or a shutdown of the high-voltage system. If the fault occurs while driving, there may be a momentary loss of power or slow coasting of the vehicle. The driver is informed about this on the centraldisplay. A vehicle restart enables driving to be continued.
This malfunction is rectified with the upgrade.
The associated special defect code is: 0061390700 (BMWi), 0061400700 (BMW)

Disclaimer: Driver assistance systems
Please remember that the driver assistance systems do not relieve you of your driving responsibility. Drive in an anticipatory manner and please adjust your driving style to the applicable traffic situations, visibility conditions and other traffic conditions to avoid accidents.

Functional updates and improved quality
This Remote Software Upgrade updates existing functions to current technical standards and improves the quality.

Validity of the Remote Software Upgrade and Release
Notes

The new features and functional enhancements in this upgrade are effective only if your vehicle features the specific equipment features. Please refer to your vehicle's Integrated Operating Instructions, contact your Service Partner or the BMW Connected Drive hotline for information about your vehicle's equipment specifications.

Information about previous versions
You can view all the information on previous versions of the Remote Software Upgrade on your country-specific BMW website.

Updates of the Integrated Operating Instructions in the vehicle
Thanks to this Remote Software Upgrade, the Integrated Operating Instructions in the vehicle will feature the most up-to-date version.
Specific notes about this upgrade
• After starting the installation of your Remote Software Upgrade, you can exit the vehicle and lock it. The software is automatically installed.
• IMPORTANT NOTE: Please remove all OBD diagnostic devices (driver logbooks, GPS trackers) you are using before starting and during the upgrade.
• After starting the installation, the central locking system of the vehicle is operational. In vehicles with LED central locking buttons (for example, iX and 7 Series), a red light is displayed for approx. one minute after unlocking. In vehicles with a central locking drive pin (for example, ¡4), it disappears into the door. There is no mirror folding, no confirmation by flashing lights, and no sound signal.
• Note for iX vehicles: After having opened the doors during the installation of new software, the windows no longer close automatically as a result of the anti-trap mechanism being deactivated for safety reasons. Once the installation is complete, the windows return to normal when the doors are operated.
• Note for electric vehicles: If charging with direct current (DC), the charging process will not continue after installation of new software.
installation of new software.
• It may take some time to reload ConnectedDrive apps after upgrading.
• Some settings may have been reset following the upgrade (e.g. Connected Music or notification settings) and must be reactivated.
• Restarting some vehicle systems may cause control messages to appear on the display during or after an upgrade. Please pay attention to these control messages and observe whether they are still shown after the restart (e.g. parking brake, drivetrain malfunction)
• IMPORTANT NOTE for iOS users: when downloading the upgrade with your smartphone, please connect via Bluetooth & WIFI in the "Mobile devices" menu. If the Bluetooth and/or WIFI icon appears greyed out, please first activate Apps & Bluetooth audio in the settings in the "Mobile devices" submenu or follow the instructions on the screen or in the internal operating instructions.
• IMPORTANT NOTE for Drive Recorder users: After upgrading, initial settings may be reset and recorded videos deleted.
• Please note that Remote Software Upgrades may undo any conversions/modifications, retrofits/tuning, or special coding etc. of your vehicle if these measures were not approved by BMW AG ("BMW"), or you may experience significant problems (up to and including subsequent damage) during and after vehicle programming. BMW and BMW Service outlets accept ne liability for any resulting damage.
• Note Motorail train - ferry: Installation of the upgrade is is not recommended on motorail trains or ferries.
Vibrations and movements of trains or ferries can cause Check Control messages to appear in the vehicle after the upgrade, but they disappear after a short time.

[hugo_nz]

Originally Posted by JonoNZ

Vibrations and movements of trains or ferries can cause Check Control messages to appear in the vehicle after the upgrade, but they disappear after a short time.

Cracks me up Also, welcome home.

[JonoNZ]

If you're interested in the in-car OTA experience here is a short video showing it:

The process took about 22 mins on our M60 (from 11/2022.30 -> 44)

[mikedb]

My iX, which was running 07/2022 (or whatever version it was delivered with back in July) just prompted me to update to 11/2022.44 tonight, OTA. That process just completed successfully, so it appears that a trip to the dealer is definitely not required!

[JonoNZ]

Originally Posted by mikedb

My iX, which was running 07/2022 (or whatever version it was delivered with back in July) just prompted me to update to 11/2022.44 tonight, OTA. That process just completed successfully, so it appears that a trip to the dealer is definitely not required!

That is good news, there was some thinking that OTA required 11/2022.xx beforehand, but that is clearly not the case.

[xueju1121]

Originally Posted by mikedb

My iX, which was running 07/2022 (or whatever version it was delivered with back in July) just prompted me to update to 11/2022.44 tonight, OTA. That process just completed successfully, so it appears that a trip to the dealer is definitely not required!

Very good news! I am also on 07/2022 and have a service appointment on Feb 1. Maybe I don't have to go after all.

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by xueju1121

Very good news! I am also on 07/2022 and have a service appointment on Feb 1. Maybe I don't have to go after all.

The poster is in Canada. For some reason most USA iX customers are not getting OTA. I had my 11/2022.44 done in person last week, and my amazing Service Advisor said so far, only i4 getting OTA.

[VirtualGuitars]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

The poster is in Canada. For some reason most USA iX customers are not getting OTA. I had my 11/2022.44 done in person last week, and my amazing Service Advisor said so far, only i4 getting OTA.

I am already on 11/2022.44, but I did try the “check for update” from within the vehicle yesterday and it did look for one, but of course there is not one available yet. At least it “appears” to work now. I guess we’ll find out soon enough when the next release comes out…

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by VirtualGuitars

I am already on 11/2022.44, but I did try the “check for update” from within the vehicle yesterday and it did look for one, but of course there is not one available yet. At least it “appears” to work now. I guess we’ll find out soon enough when the next release comes out…

My software version 07.2022.4 looked for an OTA software update for 5 months

[xueju1121]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

The poster is in Canada. For some reason most USA iX customers are not getting OTA. I had my 11/2022.44 done in person last week, and my amazing Service Advisor said so far, only i4 getting OTA.

Didn’t someone from NJ already receive the OTA? I know my friend’s 50 got the OTA last month in Maryland. None for me, of course.

BMW’s policy is so confusing sometimes.

And I don't mind going to the dealer for the update. I just don't wanna make the trip cause I'm so lazy lol.

[Refujeet]

Just got it last night.

Completed the recall update too (SME)…this is great.