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Originally Posted by Jamiewelch
You could try to a backup of the existing BCU in toaf and restoring that to the new one. Toaf is free and you're best using a BMW INPA lead with it, the VAG lead works, but I've found the BMW lead is more reliable and normally comes with a switch to join the 2 pins so you don't have to solder them.
The BCU isn't linked to immobilization, only the central locking side of the key.
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Thanks a lot Jamie, this certainly gives me more hope! Dumb question, do I download the TOAF software through here (
http://toaf.roverki.eu/index.php/en/download-en)?
And regarding the BMW INPA lead, i understand it is a cable to connect the software on a PC to the car (eg. USB to OBD2?). Do you have any specific brand to recommend, especially in terms of avoiding the need for soldering the additional two pins on the BCM board. Preferably just a plug and play kind of thing. I'd highly appreciate links to a cable you'd recommend! Again thanks a ton.
UPDATE:
Found this on Ebay. It says "INPA with switch for BMW". Is this what I am supposed to look for? Link below!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/K-DCAN-USB-...8AAOSwoylejEUx