Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Programming a Control Module (w/ Progman v. 16 & higher)
From the Progman startup window, select New session .
Establish a connection to the interface connected to the vehicle and select Continue .
To perform the procedure from CIP the Model series must be selected.
Select the MINI .
From the top menu bar, select Load SW .
The CIP software now looks at the modules installed in the vehicle for:
- Part number of the control unit.
- Software number of the installed control unit.
Answer "Yes" if:
- A previously installed control module has been replaced.
Answer "No" if:
- No control module(s) has been replaced but an update on one or more modules needs to be performed.
- A retrofit needs to be performed on the vehicle even if a module had to be installed as part of the installation process.
The CIP software now looks at the modules installed in the vehicle for:
- Part number of the control unit.
- Software number of the installed control unit.
The CIP software now looks at the modules installed in the vehicle for:
- Part number of the control unit.
- Software number of the installed control unit.
Select the module that needs to be programmed.
OR
Select "Retrofits" if an accessory function/feature is to be added or deleted.
Example: DME/EMS2000
Programming is selected if:
- Checking for availability of updated software for selected control module.
- It is known that updated software is available for the selected control module.
Replacement is selected if:
EWS is selected if:
- Alignment of EWS & DME must be performed.
Example: Programming
Select Update software .
Upon selecting "Update software" a measures plan will be generated.
A measures plan for the selected system or module is displayed.
A measures plan identifies the programmed part number for the control module(s) installed:
- "Old part no. prog. ctrl. mod.", indicates p/n for software currently installed.
- "New part no. prog. ctrl. mod.", indicates the p/n if the module is updated, by accepting the displayed measures plan the module will be updated to the new number and software.
Select Accept .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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