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Living in the UK I normally recharge the main battery overnight using the cheap rate energy provided by Octopus. I have experienced a number of occasions when the charging was interrupted or simply did not happen. On one occasion it appeared to be a glitch in the supply that turned the recharging off , another was a bit more involved . The car was plugged in as normal and a char...


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Is it possible to use software to upgrade a 2015 I3 to a “s” performance version?? replacing 60 ah battery with 94 ah battery and was wondering if possible to upgrade performance to make it a bit more sporty. the fender flares and wider offset for the tires are easy but would really like to get the ability to select a performance mode.


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Hi, Just curious if there is a definitive map of OBD commands and status messages available via the OBD? Yes, I have BimmerCode and BimmerLink but they presume you already know what tricks or tunings you want to do. Not that interested in getting the full diagnostic package that is likely PC only. Thanks, Bob Wilson


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Source: https://medium.com/@comma_ai/how-to-write-a-car-port-for-openpilot-7ce0785eda84 openpilot is an open source self-driving agent. Currently it performs the functions of Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS). Anyone taking a look at this for our BMW i3? Bob Wilson


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Had this happen on the old 2016 e-Golf, now it's starting to happen on the 2018 i3. When opening the charging port cover, it usually sticks in the closed position and I have to use fingernails or a pen to pry it open. Closing and staying closed works no problem. Consensus seems to be use a silicon spray or light lubricant but was curious if anyone has specifics tips or fluids ...


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