[Scorp!on]

Originally Posted by snareman

Sadly, they are not the same laser lights that Europe gets. The BMW rep at M Track days was saying that they put some blue plastic in them to make them look like the Euro ones, but while they are brighter than the current lights, they aren't as good as what's allowed in Europe. Stupid US government and all it's regulations...

on the other hand you don't get that goddamn OPF !! *criesineuropean*

[clutchdj]

Originally Posted by The J-Man

Do you have more info on the coding? I have them in my X5 and they are worthless as is.

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[GP0256]

My guess is, if they are the same de tuned lights, people like Burger Tuning will have it built into the JB4 and you can crank them up! Hopefully anyway

[Mako]

Originally Posted by heavyD^2

HUD has spoiled me. I could never go back as driving without it now is weird having to look down into the cockpit to see speed or RPM.

Same here, and now I have to get a $2800 package to get HUD

its actually the only thing (and heated steering wheel) I care about in that package.

[rak299]

I don't need the heated steering wheel and I don't care about the power trunk lid, but the tailgate folds down which makes loading heavy or awkward things easier

[themnmd]

M340i to me laser lights worth it. Wish we had the Euro lasers

[snareman]

Originally Posted by themnmd

M340i to me laser lights worth it. Wish we had the Euro lasers

I'm wondering if they can be coded

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by snareman

I'm wondering if they can be coded

With every progressing generation, I'm noticing its becoming more and more difficult and intricate to code in these features, like anti-dazzle - which was very simple to accomplish in the previous models.

It would probably be capable of being added but with the G generation lighting system, it would now require like 50 lines of individual FDL changes or VO coding the vehicle region from US to ECE, which can sometimes creates its own host of issues.

Probably not even worth the effort, if it's even possible, IMHO.

[themnmd]

Originally Posted by Poochie

With every progressing generation, I'm noticing its becoming more and more difficult and intricate to code in these features, like anti-dazzle - which was very simple to accomplish in the previous models.

It would probably be capable of being added but with the G generation lighting system, it would now require like 50 lines of individual FDL changes or VO coding the vehicle region from US to ECE, which can sometimes creates its own host of issues.

Probably not even worth the effort, if it's even possible, IMHO.

+1

[snareman]

Originally Posted by Poochie

With every progressing generation, I'm noticing its becoming more and more difficult and intricate to code in these features, like anti-dazzle - which was very simple to accomplish in the previous models.

It would probably be capable of being added but with the G generation lighting system, it would now require like 50 lines of individual FDL changes or VO coding the vehicle region from US to ECE, which can sometimes creates its own host of issues.

Probably not even worth the effort, if it's even possible, IMHO.

Yes, potentially so. I got my 2017 M4 anti-dazzle coded and it was super amazing. I couldn't believe how well it worked. Then I got a 2018 M4 and it wasn't possible anymore. I was hoping this might be something simpler perhaps via Bimmercode or similar.

[Poochie]

Originally Posted by snareman

Yes, potentially so. I got my 2017 M4 anti-dazzle coded and it was super amazing. I couldn't believe how well it worked. Then I got a 2018 M4 and it wasn't possible anymore. I was hoping this might be something simpler perhaps via Bimmercode or similar.

No, for the newer vehicles, not all the modules required to be changed for this feature are available on the Bimmercode APP and there's quite a few that needs to be altered.

So, you would require a more invasive program like Esys and really know what you're doing to possible be able to code in this feature.

[snareman]

Originally Posted by Poochie

No, for the newer vehicles, not all the modules required to be changed for this feature are available on the Bimmercode APP and there's quite a few that needs to be altered.

So, you would require a more invasive program like Esys and really know what you're doing to possible be able to code in this feature.

Right. I realized that too. Bimmercode is great for the ease of doing some things, but esys can do more, and still couldn't code for the anti-dazzle despite someone trying several times.

[Giggler]

Originally Posted by Ximian

The Laser Light package isn't worth it. In the US, it's only active when high beams are ON and the vehicle is moving. If you don't use high beams frequently, you're not going to benefit.

Wrong. The executive package gives you the option to set laser high beams to automatic… the car will use the high beams at every opportunity it gets whether you think it’s a good time to use them or not. I use them driving through the city and suburbs at night and they function brilliantly without my input. The exec package as a whole with the HUD and laser light is Worth! Every! Penny!

[josehb]

I got the executive pkg mainly because of the laser head lights, and they are great, as I'm not a fan of HUD. The BMW HUD is the worst option available in my opinion maybe if it was only $200, butt not $1100.Just to see the speed and speed limit who cares and in sport display it only shows the RPM in a graph that is very hard to make out, no digital numbers really? I always end up looking at the dash so now I just drive with it off.

[Fireball1]

Originally Posted by ZGM3

What is the consensus on Laser Lights for the G80/G82?

Anything that helps with vision is big plus in my book but it looks like the only way to get them is with the $2800 Executive Package which has NOTHING in it I like except the upgraded lighting package.

New here and excited to get info. I placed an order back in January for a G82 M4 Competition - just found out it is at port waiting transport to USA - very exciting! I decided against the exec package for the same reason - couldn't justify paying $2,800 just for the upgraded headlights. However, when I look at the spec sheet for my car using the track my BMW site, under standard features it states "Icon Adaptive LED w/Laserlight". Does that mean my car will include the upgraded headlights?

[snareman]

Originally Posted by sstagg123

New here and excited to get info. I placed an order back in January for a G82 M4 Competition - just found out it is at port waiting transport to USA - very exciting! I decided against the exec package for the same reason - couldn't justify paying $2,800 just for the upgraded headlights. However, when I look at the spec sheet for my car using the track my BMW site, under standard features it states "Icon Adaptive LED w/Laserlight". Does that mean my car will include the upgraded headlights?

Well, it'll have the US version which is downgraded from the Euro version.

[nathanm4]

They are absolutely worth it. They improve the look of the front end a lot. You will regret not getting it 100%.

[Giggler]

Originally Posted by josehb

I got the executive pkg mainly because of the laser head lights, and they are great, as I'm not a fan of HUD. The BMW HUD is the worst option available in my opinion maybe if it was only $200, butt not $1100.Just to see the speed and speed limit who cares and in sport display it only shows the RPM in a graph that is very hard to make out, no digital numbers really? I always end up looking at the dash so now I just drive with it off.

It only shows speed, speed limit and RPM graph? Maybe you should ready your owners manual and learn about what you payed for because it does more than that. The HUD gives you navigation prompts and access to your radio presets/stations via the steering wheel, and if you have driver assistance pro package, it also gives you status/prompts for our autopilot. It also gives you collision warnings. In sports display mode, it helps you time your manual shifts with shift lights at the top of the HUD. These are all very useful for driving while keeping eyes on the road. It probably does a few other things that don't come to mind.

What's up with all the people on this forum misreporting the functionality of BMW's available options? I'm actually seeing a pattern across different platforms.

[Ximian]

Originally Posted by Giggler

Wrong. The executive package gives you the option to set laser high beams to automatic… the car will use the high beams at every opportunity it gets whether you think it’s a good time to use them or not. I use them driving through the city and suburbs at night and they function brilliantly without my input. The exec package as a whole with the HUD and laser light is Worth! Every! Penny!

Since my M3 has the laser light option with auto high beam, I was able to test it with the auto high beam and regular high beam at highway speeds. I also don't think there is an option to in the settings to enable the laser high beams so I'm assuming it's on. The only caveat is that for some reason, they're disabled.

But like I stated earlier, the laser light option is absolutely not worth it. No discernible benefit on the highway. Maybe if you're driving on narrow roads with plenty of long straights, you might benefit. Plenty other cars have better high beams without the laser up charge.

[jonahk]

Originally Posted by Ximian

Since my M3 has the laser light option with auto high beam, I was able to test it with the auto high beam and regular high beam at highway speeds. I also don't think there is an option to in the settings to enable the laser high beams so I'm assuming it's on. The only caveat is that for some reason, they're disabled.

Your laser high beams are disabled? Or are you referring to the anti-dazzle decoding 5AP on the build sheet? You mentioned highway speeds so I assume you were going over 37mph.

My loaner X5 has laser headlights and they are INSANELY bright once you get out of the city.

I also seem to notice less obnoxious reflections from street signs driving in the city but I will agree that for normal driving they aren't that different.

(but again, have to be going over 37 to get the lazerbeeemz to fire up)

[Ximian]

Originally Posted by jonahk

Your laser high beams are disabled? Or are you referring to the anti-dazzle decoding 5AP on the build sheet? You mentioned highway speeds so I assume you were going over 37mph.

My loaner X5 has laser headlights and they are INSANELY bright once you get out of the city.

I also seem to notice less obnoxious reflections from street signs driving in the city but I will agree that for normal driving they aren't that different.

(but again, have to be going over 37 to get the lazerbeeemz to fire up)

I've read plenty of times including your comment that the laser high beams are very bright. I didn't get that impression yesterday. It also didn't light up things as far away as I would have thought. I'll take it out again tonight to a more narrow road to test it further.

I was going 55 to 70 each time I tested it, otherwise auto high beam assist stays off. I don't want to cause a nuisance by lighting up houses and windows as I drive through my neighborhood.

[opielm]

Bummer. I thought the “5AP Decoding for no-dazzle…” WAS the cool light shaping feature. Guess it’s really de-coding of the feature.