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jobea 03-05-2018 04:23 PM


Originally Posted by minicooperjp (Post 4372247)
1. Disconnect the battery

https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/f...eel/1VnXueVA7R

The link above will provide the instructions along with images of what needs to be done to disconnect the battery.

2. Remove the airbag unit

https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/f...eel/1VnXxBh6Yb

This one is where it can get a little annoying. The back of the steering wheel has 3 holes (which can be seen on the first picture of the link above. Make sure you have a shorter T25 since it becomes a little hard to push with the limited amount of space that we have.

* Very important: Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards.

3. Switch out steering wheel

https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/f...eel/1VnXrBSlcV

This is the step where you can start to taste victory, once you replace the steering wheel, just go backwards to put everything together.

(All the wiring that is needed should already be present. The only thing that could be missing is the wiring that is present in the steering wheel, if so, I have provided the link to the part. https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...t/32306864896/ )

4. Coding

This is the last step! Use E-sys and code these two

1) BDC_BODY -> PADDLES_VERBAULT (set to "aktiv" - default "nicht_aktiv")
2) EGS -> Sport T/M (set to "enabled" - default "disabled")

5. Drive!

If you still need help you're more than welcome to message me!

thanks for taking the time to share!

By by the way, is it possible to use app like BimmerCode to perform the coding? I was looking around for e-sys and couldn’t really find it. And with e-sys, I believe that I need to get a cable, which isn’t going to be an issue, just wondering if I could save the hassle that’s all.

pw1114 03-05-2018 11:32 PM


Originally Posted by jobea (Post 4372505)


thanks for taking the time to share!

By by the way, is it possible to use app like BimmerCode to perform the coding? I was looking around for e-sys and couldn’t really find it. And with e-sys, I believe that I need to get a cable, which isn’t going to be an issue, just wondering if I could save the hassle that’s all.

to activate paddles, u can use BimmerCode. I remember seeing it many months ago when I was poking around the app and deciding on whether or not I wanted to add paddles.

I don’t believe the module required for SAT is available in expert mode for Bimmercode, so I guess that’s still an esys thing only. Maybe they’ve added it since the app has been updated a few times since I last used it so long ago.

trentiles 03-06-2018 04:52 AM


Originally Posted by minicooperjp (Post 4372020)
Hey Guys!

I really wanted this mod too and went ahead and went for it. Bough the JCW wheel off eBay for $257. Nothing extra was necessary, which was the best part :)

Hardest part was definitely removing the airbag, but once that was off everything went smoothly.

As for coding, the only coding that is necessary is:

1) BDC_BODY -> PADDLES_VERBAULT (set to "aktiv" - default "nicht_aktiv")
2) EGS -> Sport T/M (set to "enabled" - default "disabled")

This enables, 2TB transmission and the paddles.
(Final result on the left!)

Do you have a link to who you bought it from on ebay? That is a great price!!

boubi 03-06-2018 12:00 PM

Yes, very good price.
Mine was a little bit more expensive, even if it was the cheapest in line that day !!

bluonyx 03-07-2018 08:22 AM

Stil trying to get the airbag unit off my steering wheel. I can unlock the bottom but the sides are a no go. I must be going at it at the wrong angle or something.

minicooperjp 03-07-2018 01:59 PM

I bought it from a junk yard in Puerto Rico, the link is:

http://stores.ebay.com/Super-Junker-...p2047675.l2563

@bluonyx, have you tried turning the steering wheel? That's what I had to do in order to have more room in the back

minicooperjp 03-08-2018 05:18 PM


Originally Posted by TVPostSound (Post 4372290)
Gotta ask.
can you just code EGS -> Sport T/M (set to "enabled" - default "disabled")
without paddles to get better shifts??

I am assuming that it is possible that's right, but I did not try it personally so I can't confirm

trentiles 03-09-2018 04:41 AM


Originally Posted by minicooperjp (Post 4373385)
I am assuming that it is possible that's right, but I did not try it personally so I can't confirm

You don't need paddles enabled or installed to get the benefits of changing coding to sport transmission.

Forcerecontrojan 03-11-2018 02:59 PM


Originally Posted by trentiles (Post 4373455)
You don't need paddles enabled or installed to get the benefits of changing coding to sport transmission.

I have sent Stephan an email on this and how to do on B-Code. Will post when I hear back. Two things he said, he can't figure out how to do the shift lights on the HUD in JCW mode and that some people have had problems when enabling starting the car without depressing the brake pedal, car won't start. I will probably avoid that one.

DarkMiniCooperS 03-12-2018 05:09 PM

To enable 2TB (sport transmission) and/or paddles, you need to go with a more advanced option such as eSys...

I had a JCW steering wheel with paddles retrofitted and had a guy remotely code it for me on eSys. He also enabled launch control.

It was an easy process and for $99, it was a no-brainer as eSys is not very friendly user...

Forcerecontrojan 03-12-2018 08:00 PM


Originally Posted by DarkMiniCooperS (Post 4374349)
To enable 2TB (sport transmission) and/or paddles, you need to go with a more advanced option such as eSys...

I had a JCW steering wheel with paddles retrofitted and had a guy remotely code it for me on eSys. He also enabled launch control.

It was an easy process and for $99, it was a no-brainer as eSys is not very friendly user...

I was chasing down the notion it could be done with B-Code. Do you know if that too can enable the shift lights in the HUD alongside the Tach. I do not see it in B Code and Stephan had no idea what that was when asked. He did say the next version would support Sport Transmission coding but on the BMWs first.

jobea 03-20-2018 02:50 AM

I am just wondering if it would be worthy to go through the hassle, yeah sure driving experience would definitely change but mehhh, throwing away a couple of hundreds on a steering wheel which is almost similar to stock.. doesn't make sense. Someone who's done it please share if you regret on this?

trentiles 03-20-2018 05:06 AM


Originally Posted by jobea (Post 4376148)
I am just wondering if it would be worthy to go through the hassle, yeah sure driving experience would definitely change but mehhh, throwing away a couple of hundreds on a steering wheel which is almost similar to stock.. doesn't make sense. Someone who's done it please share if you regret on this?

It might be well worth it for some, but not for others. You can only answer that yourself. Lots might like to manually shift and using the paddles is much easier than using the shifter in my opinion.

If you never manually shift then it's probably not worth it to you.

bluonyx 03-30-2018 03:54 PM

1 Attachment(s)
Just installed the wheel today with the dealers help and then coded the paddles with B-Code on my IPhone. I wasn't able to find the Sport Transmission code but that's ok. The paddles are working, WOOHOO.

Now that my new driving route will take me through a canyon daily, this was so worth it.

Attachment 193680

ciclo 05-14-2018 12:13 PM

Thanks to all the members of this thread.

https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4390294

ciclo

pw1114 05-14-2018 02:05 PM


Originally Posted by ciclo (Post 4390306)

nice miniyours/jcw hybrid

ciclo 05-15-2018 10:25 AM


Originally Posted by pw1114 (Post 4390342)


nice miniyours/jcw hybrid

Thank you!
I was forced to install the steering wheel with red stitching (JCW) :) instead of my original steering wheel with gray-white stitching.

My original steering wheel doesn't have the correct wiring for the shift paddles from factory, nor does it have the necessary holes (shape) to accommodate / to house the blue connectors that belong to the paddle shifters wiring. ...as you commented here: https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ml#post4350354

I bought the JCW steering wheel on ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mini-f55-f5...4383.l4275.c10 , it has everything you need.

Then I customized it with my original glossy black trims (buttons) as you can see in the video.

pinky_chi 02-18-2019 10:15 PM

Just want to thank everyone in this thread for the great info. Was able to swap the steering wheel and do the coding myself. Can definitely feel the difference.

Now for some canyon runs >:)

Bimmerboy96 02-19-2019 12:13 AM


Originally Posted by pinky_chi (Post 4451483)
Just want to thank everyone in this thread for the great info. Was able to swap the steering wheel and do the coding myself. Can definitely feel the difference.

Now for some canyon runs >:)

I have all the tools needed to code, but what exactly did you have to code? I'm swapping my steering wheel next month

pinky_chi 02-19-2019 10:50 AM


Originally Posted by minicooperjp (Post 4372020)

As for coding, the only coding that is necessary is:

1) BDC_BODY -> PADDLES_VERBAULT (set to "aktiv" - default "nicht_aktiv")
2) EGS -> Sport T/M (set to "enabled" - default "disabled")

This enables, 2TB transmission and the paddles.
(Final result on the left!)


Originally Posted by Bimmerboy96 (Post 4451488)
I have all the tools needed to code, but what exactly did you have to code? I'm swapping my steering wheel next month

I just coded these and it worked. Steering wheel is a bit annoying because of the airbag. R56 were so much easier cause you only needed to release one side but now there are three release points. Just make sure to disconnect the battery as you don’t want to mess with the airbag. 16mm head for the bolt, I think torque was around 100 ft/lbs.

co0p3r 03-23-2019 05:39 PM

Can I do this on a 2017 F57?

I already have the JCW Steering Wheel with red stitching, but I dont feel mounting points on the back for the paddles.

I have BimmerCode on my Phone so can I enable it and Launch mode?

Thanx

Imperial 03-23-2019 07:01 PM


Originally Posted by trentiles (Post 4350766)
There are all kinds of combinations. There is the normal auto tranmission and then the sport auto transmission. You can get paddles or no paddles with the sport transmission (not sure about the normal one)

Hmm, so how can I tell if my vehicle has normal auto transmission or the sport one?
My car: 2016 Cooper S - There are no paddle shifters on the steering wheel.

Imperial 03-27-2020 06:07 PM


Originally Posted by minicooperjp (Post 4372020)
Hey Guys!

I really wanted this mod too and went ahead and went for it. Bough the JCW wheel off eBay for $257. Nothing extra was necessary, which was the best part :)

Hardest part was definitely removing the airbag, but once that was off everything went smoothly.

As for coding, the only coding that is necessary is:

1) BDC_BODY -> PADDLES_VERBAULT (set to "aktiv" - default "nicht_aktiv")
2) EGS -> Sport T/M (set to "enabled" - default "disabled")

This enables, 2TB transmission and the paddles.
(Final result on the left!)

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Monstergeeza 03-27-2020 06:46 PM

I'd love to have this done. Just the local dealer here in NYC is crap.

Anyone had this done in the North East ?

Imperial 03-30-2020 12:17 PM

- Who has 2016(year may not matter) MINI Cooper S F55(or at least F56) and have installed new steering wheel and coded Sport AT? Could you please do the following:

1) Place your vehicle in Sport Mode
2) Slide gear lever to the left(S) but don't do manual shifts.
3) Press once on the traction control button to activate dynamic traction control(may not be important, but I did it)
4) Let the car roll at ~5 MPH and then depress gas pedal fully - easier to take a video of the speedo instead of taking notes, then provide the stats.
5) Record/write shift RPMs and speed at which the transmission is changing gears. (see my example below)

- Now people with same car(s) as above but don't have paddle shifters and had no Sport AT coding. Please do the above setup and as I have shown below for my car.

My car wasn't coded at least by me(bought it used) and doesn't have paddle shifters or launch control. On Step 4 above, I kept gas pedal up to 90 MPH and then slowed down. Below are my observations:

1) Car shifted from S1 to S2 at 4000 RPM and at 20 MPH
2) Car shifted from S2 to S3 at over 6100 RPM at 50 MPH
3) Car shifted from S3 to S4 at over 6100 RPM at 85 MPH

That should be enough for comparison. At least this way we can see any difference + I would be able to see if my car was coded before or I need to code it.


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