G87 BMW M2 and 2Series Forum - G42 2-Series General Topics https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/ en Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:43:00 GMT vBulletin 60 https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg G87 BMW M2 and 2Series Forum - G42 2-Series General Topics https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/ G42 M240i front lip screws https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238947&goto=newpost Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:09:55 GMT Anyone know the part number for more of these screws? I got a new front lip and the screws it came with are too long where they have to dig deeper into the car. I can use the OEM screws in the picture, but I don’t have enough. Anyone know the part number for more of these screws? I got a new front lip and the screws it came with are too long where they have to dig deeper into the car. I can use the OEM screws in the picture, but I don’t have enough.
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]]> G42 2-Series General Topics m240haze https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238947 AlieExpress DRL Failure https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238579&goto=newpost Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:35:04 GMT DAMN. I really liked the yellow DRLs I even paid extra and bought the full module to avoid any heat sink problems. BdW6c-epAKU DAMN.
I really liked the yellow DRLs
I even paid extra and bought the full module to avoid any heat sink problems.

]]> G42 2-Series General Topics todd hollander https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238579 Who else uses Full manual shift mode all the time? Any wear/tear concerns? https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238494&goto=newpost Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:45:09 GMT Anyone else here always use "full" manual mode(M1) when driving their M240? I do and I much prefer it.

My car is not a daily driver so thats probably some of the reason. :). I am also curious if doing this will wear out my transmission faster or cause issues? I assume no since the car has to shift anyways, even in auto mode.

I dont rev it out all the time, drive like an ape or downshift at high speeds much either. Just curious what others think. The ZF8 has been around a while so I assume its a robust transmission. ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics Mikey240 https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238494 HPDE Settings - What Do You Choose? https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238444&goto=newpost Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:01:17 GMT Hello, What settings do you choose for track days? Are you driving a stick or automatic? Do you vary the settings by track? For example, I’m going to Lime Rock Park this Saturday, and will likely put all the settings in my 2022 M240i xDrive with its 8 speed to “Sport,” but could tweak them. Hello,

What settings do you choose for track days? Are you driving a stick or automatic? Do you vary the settings by track?

For example, I’m going to Lime Rock Park this Saturday, and will likely put all the settings in my 2022 M240i xDrive with its 8 speed to “Sport,” but could tweak them. ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics NHRef https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238444 2026 M240i (MHT) - Sport Individual Settings https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238312&goto=newpost Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:16:29 GMT Just got my 2026 M240i in the UK, so it’s the mild hybrid B58 system. I went to setup my sport individual settings but found there was no option for transmission settings, only the drivetrain and steering (I don’t have adaptive dampers). Just wondering if anyone else has picked up a new model... Just got my 2026 M240i in the UK, so it’s the mild hybrid B58 system. I went to setup my sport individual settings but found there was no option for transmission settings, only the drivetrain and steering (I don’t have adaptive dampers).

Just wondering if anyone else has picked up a new model recently in any market and what settings they can see? Maybe it’s an updated menu for this version of the engine? Photo of my menu below vs what I expected:
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]]> G42 2-Series General Topics onicholls95 https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2238312 Question regarding the G42 48V upgrade for the Chinese market. https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237794&goto=newpost Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:11:53 GMT Does anyone know about the situation in the Chinese market? Currently, the Chinese version of the G42 is equipped with a 333-horsepower B58B30M1 engine, which is significantly less powerful than the overseas version. Therefore, for the Chinese market, switching to a 48V engine would undoubtedly be... Does anyone know about the situation in the Chinese market? Currently, the Chinese version of the G42 is equipped with a 333-horsepower B58B30M1 engine, which is significantly less powerful than the overseas version. Therefore, for the Chinese market, switching to a 48V engine would undoubtedly be a good thing, as it would greatly increase power. Does anyone know whether the Chinese market will switch to a 48V engine, or will it continue to use the 333-horsepower version until production is discontinued? If it will switch, when is it likely to happen? ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics QKD13F https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237794 WARNING: Do not do the 03/2026 unless your ready to recode everything in Bimmercode https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237754&goto=newpost Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:41:21 GMT FYI, the new 03/2026.30 update will erase ALL your bimmercode settings. Ambient Light color, drive mode on startup, seatbelt warning disable, etc ( I also assume anti-dazzle but I'm to tired to go through all the expert settings at the moment). All of it haha. Also, it seems to have borked the Personal eSim functionality and won't provide internet access unless you sign out of your personal profile, sign into the guest profile and then back into your personal profile. I'm not sure if this works, because in the course of trying to fix it, I deactivated the personal esim from the app and it canceled my t-mobile line and I had to set the esim back up again from scratch. But that is what the BMW Genius told me to do if it happens again. ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics Stick435 https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237754 <![CDATA[Stonechip on parking sensor->dirty sensors]]> https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237717&goto=newpost Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:00:57 GMT Hi guys,

I got a perfect bullseye stonechip on my front parkingsensor and I think that causes it do malfunction with the dirty sensor warning. Car is PPF'd but the (stupid) shop cut out the sensors when I know it would've worked. What are the chances..

The prices for these things is like 400euros OEM and letting the dealer fix it will probably cost atleast 1.5k so I had two ideas but not sure if it would work;

1. Smooth out the surface then repaint? (sand/paint) Do these g series BMW parkingsensors work like that? Main reason for this topic
2. Try to source second hand and spend 4 years to reinstall bumper

Any advice is appreciated!

Update: Not sure if it is different or non-oem but: https://www.ebay.com/itm/156565940087 sounds very cheap?
Also is same partnumber as https://www.realoem.com/bmw/select-u...&q=66209826785 ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics mustiej https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237717 New Carbon fiber trim installed ! https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237329&goto=newpost Mon, 13 Apr 2026 21:06:06 GMT Came out real good it’s not oem but looks pretty dam close to me fitment was great only piece that was an overlay was the dash piece but it’s so think u can’t tell , all others were direct clip in replacements Install was pretty easy just need some pry tools and patience with the front clips by... Came out real good it’s not oem but looks pretty dam close to me fitment was great only piece that was an overlay was the dash piece but it’s so think u can’t tell , all others were direct clip in replacements
Install was pretty easy just need some pry tools and patience with the front clips by the cupholders
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]]> G42 2-Series General Topics Red.M240 https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237329 G42 Headlight Replacement - Any DIY Tips? https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237294&goto=newpost Mon, 13 Apr 2026 17:33:13 GMT This morning, I noticed that the plastic surround of my driver side headlight is detached within the housing. My best guess is that this occurred last week when I hit a pothole driving home at night (our roads are terrible). The impact must have knocked loose the lens hood that surrounds the... This morning, I noticed that the plastic surround of my driver side headlight is detached within the housing. My best guess is that this occurred last week when I hit a pothole driving home at night (our roads are terrible). The impact must have knocked loose the lens hood that surrounds the headlight beam. Considering that my car is out of warranty, I'm considering replacing the headlight myself.

Does anyone have experience doing this on their G42? Before I jump into the repair, I'm looking for feedback on the following:
  • Is it possible to open the headlight housing to reattach the lens hood? It looks like the lens hood has retaining clips where it could snap into place. That would be an easy fix assuming that the internal components are accessible.
  • If a new headlight housing is installed, is there any coding required? These are adaptive cornering headlights, so I imagine, that they'd need to communicate back to the car. If the original control/DRL modules are reinstalled onto the new housing, would that negate the need to reprogram the headlights.
  • Does the entire front bumper need to be removed to replace the headlight housings? My car has the park assist with autonomous parking, so if there's a way to avoid disconnecting the front parking sensors, I'd love to do that... I've been told that if those sensors are disconnected from the wiring harness, the entire park assist will need to be re-programmed as well.

I am the type of person that loves to work on cars. Therefore, I'm excited on the prospect of doing this work by myself as long as no reprogramming is necessary. Furthermore, I'd also prefer to not spend a fortune at an auto shop if this repair can be done in my garage.
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]]> G42 2-Series General Topics Thundernight https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237294 Bimmercode? https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237124&goto=newpost Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:41:31 GMT Got the OBD to Ethernet to usb-c to use bimmercode on my 230i. I’ve never used bimmercode and don’t wana mess anything up is there anything I need to know before I do anything? Got the OBD to Ethernet to usb-c to use bimmercode on my 230i. I’ve never used bimmercode and don’t wana mess anything up is there anything I need to know before I do anything? ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics SuperG42 https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237124 Auto lock/ unlock https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237013&goto=newpost Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:15:29 GMT The BMW Genius wasn’t there when I picked up my car..the salesperson thought I should be able to have the automatic lock/ unlock enabled but be able to have it not work in my garage…so when walking pass the car it’s not unlocking /locking… Looking for guidance….:confused2 The BMW Genius wasn’t there when I picked up my car..the salesperson thought I should be able to have the automatic lock/ unlock enabled but be able to have it not work in my garage…so when walking pass the car it’s not unlocking /locking… Looking for guidance….:confused2 ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics Zed Head https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2237013 Drive Carefully Brake System https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2236830&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:28:26 GMT I have searched and cant seem to be able to get too much information on this alert.

I received a "Drive Carefully Alert Brake System" alert yesterday. I used Bimmerlink to clear it but then it came on again today. I tried Bimmerlink but it would not clear.

I tried to put the vehicle in diagnostic mode but when i push the start button, the vehicle turns on - it should go into ignition with 1 push. The vehicle does start without my foot on the brake pedal.

I can not engage the cruise control with this alert as well.

I know I most likely need to change my brakes but that may not happen for another 6-8 weeks.

Can anyone advise what could be to possibly clear this alert other than changing the pads/sensor? Could I pull the sensor for the time being??

Any advice would be appreciated. ]]> G42 2-Series General Topics thetryal https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2236830 Dynamic Ambient Lighting? https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2236761&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:06:29 GMT Does any one know if this car is supossed to change ambient light color when switching drive mods? So far it only turns red when a door is open. I rented an X1 around 2 years ago and I think i remember it changing the lights based on the current mod. Thanks! Picture just because why not... Does any one know if this car is supossed to change ambient light color when switching drive mods?

So far it only turns red when a door is open.

I rented an X1 around 2 years ago and I think i remember it changing the lights based on the current mod.

Thanks!

Picture just because why not :thumsup:

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]]> G42 2-Series General Topics bimermex https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2236761 G42 Ramair intake Instal https://g87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2236745&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:27:47 GMT New here and first post

Has anyone installed the pleated Ramair induction kit?. I'm having a problem with attaching the intake hose to the turbo intake. The Ramair hose has a housing for the PCV line and this bit sticks out so far i cant get the hose on the turbo intake, the charge pipe is in the way?

I thought the kit was maybe missing something ?

thanks
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