ConnectedDrive mudule update or...?

paris1 · 02-18-2017, 12:38 PM

The last couple of times I've had my Z4 in for service the dealer service advisor has asked me if I've had the communication module updated yet. I've shined it on because it's not something we've ever used or been interested in, but when he mentioned they could also decommission it and give us a $200 Visa gift card for doing so, my ears perked up. seems that, in Calif. anyway, BMW has lost its relationship with AT&T, so they have an incentive to deactivate these devices. Just thought I'd pass this on in case the rest of you are as unaware as I was of this offer.

distinctperson · 02-18-2017, 08:28 PM

It is, rather, a module upgrade (hardware swap). To see whether your vehicle is eligible for the free upgrade or other alternatives, go to bmwassistoffer.com (official website) and enter your VIN. Retrofitting the Combox is a day-long process, according to the dealer.

dblaron30i · 02-23-2017, 03:52 PM

Is this the same Module that deals with the roadside emergency SOS service? I'm just trying to see what models apply.

rikwynnpa · 02-23-2017, 04:39 PM

The combox as its called allows the SOS button to work and allows the car to automatically call police if the air bag activates. That combox could save your life. It also allows the Google search function in the GPS to work which saves tons of time entering points of interests. The dealer replaced mine free under warranty and I was back online instantly.

QUOTE=paris1;21294699]The last couple of times I've had my Z4 in for service the dealer service advisor has asked me if I've had the communication module updated yet. I've shined it on because it's not something we've ever used or been interested in, but when he mentioned they could also decommission it and give us a $200 Visa gift card for doing so, my ears perked up. seems that, in Calif. anyway, BMW has lost its relationship with AT&T, so they have an incentive to deactivate these devices. Just thought I'd pass this on in case the rest of you are as unaware as I was of this offer.[/QUOTE]

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paris1 Captain 90 Rep 745 Posts Drives: 2013 35i Space Grey over Coral Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Northern Calif. iTrader: (0)	ConnectedDrive mudule update or...? The last couple of times I've had my Z4 in for service the dealer service advisor has asked me if I've had the communication module updated yet. I've shined it on because it's not something we've ever used or been interested in, but when he mentioned they could also decommission it and give us a $200 Visa gift card for doing so, my ears perked up. seems that, in Calif. anyway, BMW has lost its relationship with AT&T, so they have an incentive to deactivate these devices. Just thought I'd pass this on in case the rest of you are as unaware as I was of this offer.
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distinctperson Human 36 Rep 160 Posts Drives: 2014 E89 35is Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	It is, rather, a module upgrade (hardware swap). To see whether your vehicle is eligible for the free upgrade or other alternatives, go to bmwassistoffer.com (official website) and enter your VIN. Retrofitting the Combox is a day-long process, according to the dealer.
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dblaron30i Enlisted Member 3 Rep 40 Posts Drives: Sapphire black Z4 30i Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	Is this the same Module that deals with the roadside emergency SOS service? I'm just trying to see what models apply.
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rikwynnpa First Lieutenant 491 Rep 391 Posts Drives: 2019 G29 Z4 3.0 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Philly iTrader: (0)	Not a great decision The combox as its called allows the SOS button to work and allows the car to automatically call police if the air bag activates. That combox could save your life. It also allows the Google search function in the GPS to work which saves tons of time entering points of interests. The dealer replaced mine free under warranty and I was back online instantly. QUOTE=paris1;21294699]The last couple of times I've had my Z4 in for service the dealer service advisor has asked me if I've had the communication module updated yet. I've shined it on because it's not something we've ever used or been interested in, but when he mentioned they could also decommission it and give us a $200 Visa gift card for doing so, my ears perked up. seems that, in Calif. anyway, BMW has lost its relationship with AT&T, so they have an incentive to deactivate these devices. Just thought I'd pass this on in case the rest of you are as unaware as I was of this offer.[/QUOTE]
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