Much needed BMW M3/M4 Jb4 Install DIY + Review

mike@x-ph.com · 10-02-2017, 06:49 PM

Description and video copied from BMW DIY Guy
Check out his youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7z...KOhrg2il6nYpRg

This is the full installation video for the Burger Tuning JB4 module, including the bluetooth adaptor and ODBC cable run.

Thank you again to the excellent customer service from Mike of Extreme Power House, and his fantastic company!

Product link:
https://www.x-ph.com/burger-tuning-b...3-m4-f8x-tune/

The installation is into a 2016 BMW M4 F83 with the automatic transmission, which makes it a little easier than a manual. NOTE: If you DO have a manual transmission, watch the guide I posted for the F32 JB4 installation, which will show you how to properly route the OBD cable through the firewall.

The installation is really straight forward if you work carefully and take your time. Let me stress again here as I did in the video: ALWAYS disconnect your battery before doing this work! DO NOT have the battery connected, as you can damage your ECU, JB4 or both!

I will also show how to attach the bluetooth module to the JB4 box so that is setup properly. I cannot recommend more highly getting the BT module and mobile app. While it isn't cheap, it gives you an amazing range of tools to work with your car, not just the benefit of reading codes and resets. Absolutely worth it.

I also recommend running on map 1 to start, until you have a greater sense of what the maps mean for your setup and have read the information on those settings thoroughly. The maps 2 and above are for different modifications, fuel combinations and a number of other things. Refer to the n54tech dot com forums for information and configuration advice.

Required parts and tools:
JB4 with bluetooth module
10mm socket
13mm socket
small pick tool or flat bladed screwdriver
electrical tape or heat shrink
Torx bit set and driver
JB 4 Mobile android or iPhone app installed (HIGHLY recommended)

schnell1982 · 10-02-2017, 08:25 PM

Is it true that JB4 no longer supports CEL clearing for downpipe installation ?
The government really cracked down on everyone huh..

mike@x-ph.com · 10-02-2017, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schnell1982

Is it true that JB4 no longer supports CEL clearing for downpipe installation ?
The government really cracked down on everyone huh..

Yes you are correct on the auto CEL delete

jray23 · 10-03-2017, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

Yes you are correct on the auto CEL delete

How did they manage to do that? New update that doesn't clear it or? Should I not update? Is there an update guide.

schnell1982 · 10-03-2017, 08:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jray23

How did they manage to do that? New update that doesn't clear it or? Should I not update? Is there an update guide.

Its on N54tech.com
I haven't read too much into it
The new firmware will 100% remove the CEL feature.

mike@x-ph.com · 10-03-2017, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jray23

How did they manage to do that? New update that doesn't clear it or? Should I not update? Is there an update guide.

It does not matter whether you update or not, per Terry soon the JB4 will force you to update

jray23 · 10-03-2017, 09:31 PM

well that's awesome.... guess it's time to revert back to stock on either dp or jb4 lol.. having the code is going to drive me insane

schnell325 · 10-04-2017, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jray23

well that's awesome.... guess it's time to revert back to stock on either dp or jb4 lol.. having the code is going to drive me insane

Move to Canada 🇨🇦 ✔️👍🏻

Jeff@TopGearSolutions · 10-04-2017, 10:53 AM

If anyone has the older firmware files please post them up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jray23

well that's awesome.... guess it's time to revert back to stock on either dp or jb4 lol.. having the code is going to drive me insane

I don't think you need to do that. The only way you will be "forced" to update is if you wanted new features that are only offered on the newer firmware updates. Simply don't update and you will be fine.

jray23 · 10-04-2017, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike@x-ph.com

It does not matter whether you update or not, per Terry soon the JB4 will force you to update

I would hope not, it's like here's a product and what it does, but not anymore... for track based vehicles, it's still an inconvenience.

VioletBlue_M3 · 10-04-2017, 03:41 PM

Are we talking about overall CEL clearing capability or just the "auto" clearing functionality here? I always have to manually clear my CEL, can't see that going away myself. I understand better if it is just the "auto" clear functionality, causing you to have to read and then clear the codes manually.

apexit · 10-04-2017, 04:33 PM

Sucks too because if you ever have an issue the first thing Terry and his support staff say is to do an update. Wonder if my old firmware JB just went up in value lol

Acree · 10-04-2017, 04:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jray23

well that's awesome.... guess it's time to revert back to stock on either dp or jb4 lol.. having the code is going to drive me insane

Or BM3

mike@x-ph.com · 10-04-2017, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tonypgst

Are we talking about overall CEL clearing capability or just the "auto" clearing functionality here? I always have to manually clear my CEL, can't see that going away myself. I understand better if it is just the "auto" clear functionality, causing you to have to read and then clear the codes manually.

Just the diagnostic option that deleted pending codes when you start
the car. You can still read and delete faults using app or via menu4
in dash.

Jadar · 10-06-2017, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jray23

How did they manage to do that? New update that doesn't clear it or? Should I not update? Is there an update guide.

EPA hit hard. Do not update at any cost. Supposedly there is still a work around with changing country codes on the android app.

BoxKing · 10-06-2017, 01:36 PM

First... nice video, and its about damn time one was updated for the JB4. As simple as this install is... its hard not to look past the automatic code clearing, but I keep asking myself is it really that big of a damn deal? From what I've read, its not like a code will pop up ever time you start the car. I guess others could chime in.
Flashes do seem like the way to go, but most threads are full of only everyone's problems, and posts stating "my car wont start what do I do?!"

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apexit Captain 214 Rep 981 Posts Drives: 15 SO M3 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: northern nj iTrader: (-1)	Sucks too because if you ever have an issue the first thing Terry and his support staff say is to do an update. Wonder if my old firmware JB just went up in value lol
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