Installed Bavsound ghost subs… they’re great but I caused a restraint system error

So I installed the Bavsound ghost subs in my 2023 SE, but I tripped the restraint system and now I get an error code because I accidentally turned on the car before the underseat plugs were reconnected. Is there a fast and easy way to reset the codes myself? Can I have Mini do it remotely or do I go to the dealer?

 

It’s not the subs; I believe the ignition was turned on when the seat electrical harnesses were unplugged by accident. They are completely plugged in and snapped closed now. The car registers when I buckle my seatbelt but it is still throwing the error.

 

I don’t know. I’m just not looking forward to paying 150 extra dollars for them to clear a code for something so simple.

 

Good advice. I think I’m just gonna run by the dealer and ask them for a favor and say hey look I didn’t know if I unplug the seats an error would pop up. I’m gonna try to talk to the service guys and see if they can help out and if they’re going to charge me I’ll just go get a code reader at the auto parts store and see if they can reset it for me.

 

I've heard that restraint/airbag fault codes have to be cleared by the dealer - from just a couple of places online. Is there anything specific that will clear this code app wise if I get a code reader?

 

I just ordered a bimmerlink / bimmercode compatible dongle. Fascinating - bimmerlink is the #4 paid iPhone app in the App Store. I also reached out to bimmerlink support and asked if they could clear my specific code, and from reading their website and various support forums, it looks like bimmerlink and my iphone may be the best mid to long term solution (I do like taking the seats out when I clean my car from time to time, like once a year or so), and I also plan on doing a few mods and upgrades where I don't want to deal with the dealer service department to clear or read codes. Also I like to get a good idea of what's going on if I get a fault rather than leaving it a mystery until i get to the dealer. Anyway, we'll see how the the dongle/bimmer-app stuff does.

 

I had the base stereo system. It's noticeable for sure, clearer and more punchy lows. But I only installed the subs. I got the four other speakers for the doors and rear-panels, and I plan to install the door panels over the weekend. That's where, before they've been installed, I notice some distortion from the stock system. I think that's going to be the biggest change IMO.

 

So I installed the subs and they really do feel like they need a break in period. After about three hours on the road today listening to music they feel like they really broke in, and my car has a much fuller sound. I have not installed the door and panel speakers yet, but my son and I noticed that it was actually a tremendous difference in sound quality versus the base stock system. The install was extremely easy, And my friend and I are gonna do the door speakers this weekend. I’m probably gonna leave the rear speakers for the fall when the weathers cool outside and I can give myself a day to carefully take things off and remove them. After installing the subs I noticed that the stock door speakers were definitely lacking. Overall I’m very pleased and it was very easy and the only thing it did was inspire me to get a Bimmercode setup.

 

I went by AutoZone today and the guy behind the counter told me the only thing he would clear were check engine codes. So bimmercode it is.

 

I don’t think it works for everything, but the developer/owner of BimmerLink emailed me and said that it should work based on his experience. I guess we’ll see tomorrow night! He said if the issue was clear and it’s not a repeating code I should be able to clear it. It looks like the issues not repeating because it notices that I’m buckling in my seatbelt and such.