03-18-2022, 11:19 AM | #1 |
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Disconnect car from BMW (MFG) to avoid their visibility?
Hi everyone,
Just wondering how can I go about disconnecting the car from the world in terms of connectivity to BMW. Not sure if this is possible and if so, can someone please elaborate on how this is done? All my cars that I've had, I usually never set up any of the app stuff to sync with the phone, and ensure that the car is not being tract by the mfg. Car was purchased used, so not sure if it has any connection to anyones account at the BMW end, but I did go ahead and try to set up a profile which forced me to create an account, which I did, but did not accept the terms of use or anything. I have since also reset the Connected iDrive system to its factory settings from the General Settings menu which removed the previously created profile. I just take privacy quite seriously, so I want to know how to disconnect it from BMW being able to track the car, log details of the car, etc... |
03-18-2022, 11:28 AM | #2 |
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I’m sure you have your reasons and everyone has different levels of concern over privacy so I won’t comment one way or another about yours. The issue I will comment on is if you total delink your car you will not get software updates, some recall notices, and the ability to remotely monitor your cars status via the app (gas levels, tire pressure, security status [windows, doors, sunroof], and the use of the 3D camera system).
It’s a trade off I guess. |
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03-18-2022, 01:14 PM | #4 |
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Remove the plug from the telemetrics module. This might produce an error message each time you start the vehicle, but without that, it can't talk to the cellular network.
I'm not sure if it's on its own fuse, but if it is, you could just pull that. This also means that if you were in an accident, it couldn't call for help on your behalf. |
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03-18-2022, 01:46 PM | #5 |
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As mentioned, disconnect/disable the TCU. You will be giving up a lot, navigation, apps, emergency calls, etc, but if you feel the need go for it.
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03-18-2022, 02:58 PM | #7 | |
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Log into her MyGarage account and remove your car from her list of vehicles. It will eliminate the "Why were you parked at my best friend Tiffany's house for two hours?".
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