What is BMW coding?
BMW coding, often searched in Egypt as takweed (تكويد), is changing the settings of your car’s electronic modules with a computer. It’s used to switch on features your car already has but ships with disabled, or to make the car recognise a newly fitted part such as a battery or lights.
How much is a BMW pre-purchase inspection?
The pre-purchase inspection (kashf) costs EGP 700 plus travel, based on where the car is. Travel is included in Sheikh Zayed, EGP 100 to Haram, EGP 150 to 6th of October, EGP 200 to Mohandessin and Heliopolis, and EGP 220 to Nasr City, Maadi, New Cairo (Tagamo3), Madinaty and New Administrative Capital. The written report comes to you on WhatsApp.
How do you check if the mileage has been tampered with?
On E9x cars the mileage is stored in the instrument cluster (KOMBI) and in the key module (CAS). We read both and compare them. If they differ, that’s a clear sign of tampering. If they match, that’s a good sign but not a guarantee, which is why we read it alongside the rest of the inspection.
Why does a BMW battery need registering after replacement?
BMWs charge the battery according to its age. Without registration, the car treats the new battery as the old one and charges it wrongly, which shortens its life. Battery registration costs EGP 500 plus travel.
Do you do BMW diagnostics at home?
Yes. All the work is done where the car is: your home, your office, or the seller’s place if you’re buying used. There’s no workshop visit.
Is coding safe for the car?
Coding changes settings that already exist in the car’s software, and any change can be reverted to factory settings. What matters is that it’s done with the right software by someone who understands the modules.
How much is the deposit and how do I pay it?
The deposit is 50% of the service price and travel fee, paid on InstaPay when you book. For a retrofit the deposit is EGP 300, and the final price is agreed on WhatsApp depending on the part. The balance is paid on site after the work.
Which areas do you cover?
Travel is included in Sheikh Zayed, EGP 100 to Haram, EGP 150 to 6th of October, EGP 200 to Mohandessin and Heliopolis, and EGP 220 to Nasr City, Maadi, New Cairo (Tagamo3), Madinaty and New Administrative Capital. If your area isn’t listed, message us on WhatsApp and we’ll agree the travel fee.
Which cars do you work on?
For now, only the BMW 3 Series E9x: E90 sedan, E91 touring (estate), E92 coupé, E93 convertible, built 2005–2013. If your car is a different model, message us on WhatsApp.