BMW MEVD172x DME ECU Advanced Clone Programming Recovery Service For No OBD Communication – Dead, Burnt, or Damaged ECU
BMW MEVD172x DME ECU Advanced Clone Programming Recovery Service For No OBD Communication – Dead, Burnt, or Damaged ECU
BMW MEVD17.2x DME ECU Advanced Cloning & Recovery Programming Service
No OBD Communication – Dead / Burnt / Physically Damaged ECU
This advanced cloning and recovery programming service is for BMW vehicles equipped with Bosch MEVD17.2x family DMEs where the original DME has completely lost OBD communication (no diagnostic response) due to physical or electrical damage.
Supported MEVD17.2x variants include (but are not limited to):
MEVD172, MEVD172P, MEVD172H, MEVD172S, MEVD1724, MEVD1726, MEVD1728, MEVD1729, MEVD172G, and related versions.
Common failure causes include burnt circuits, water intrusion, power surges, failed internal components, shorted outputs, or other hardware-level damage. As long as the main microcontroller (MCU) remains intact and readable, we can extract the required data directly from the original DME using advanced bench-level and chip-level extraction techniques.
All critical data—VIN, immobilizer/ISN, coding, software configuration, and adaptations—is cloned into a compatible replacement DME you provide. The replacement unit will be fully programmed, plug-and-play, compatible with your original keys, and ready to start and run the vehicle normally.
⚠️ VERY IMPORTANT – READ BEFORE PURCHASING
This service is ONLY for hardware-damaged DMEs with NO OBD communication.
🚫 This service is NOT suitable if the no-communication condition is caused by:
- Programming or coding failure
- Interrupted flash or software update
- Bricked ECU from tuning or incorrect flashing
- Checksum or software corruption
- Security lockout or failed write operation
In these cases, critical immobilizer or ECU data may be incomplete, encrypted, or inaccessible, making cloning unreliable or impossible.
DMEs sent in with software-related failures may be declined after inspection.
What “Programming” Means in This Service
Programming refers strictly to ECU data transfer and preparation, including VIN, ISN, immobilizer data, coding, and configuration.
🚫 This is NOT a software repair, tuning, reflashing, or programming-recovery service.
Key Requirements
- Original DME must have NO OBD communication due to physical/electrical damage ONLY
- Main processor chip must be intact and readable
- You must provide BOTH units:
- Faulty original DME
- Replacement donor DME with identical part number
- Both DMEs will be returned after service
Supported Engines & DME Variants
N20 / N26 – Turbo 4-Cylinder
- MEVD172P
- MEVD1724
- MEVD1729
- Related variants
N55 – Turbo 6-Cylinder
- MEVD172
- MEVD172S
- MEVD1726
- MEVD172G
- Related variants
S55 – High Performance
- MEVD172G (select applications only)
⚠️ Limited N63N / S63N overlap exists in some MEVD172x units — part number verification REQUIRED
Supported Models
E-Series
- E90 3 Series LCI – 335i / 335is (02/2010–10/2011)
- E92 3 Series LCI – 335i / 335is (07/2009–06/2013)
- E93 3 Series LCI – 335i / 335is (02/2010–10/2013)
- E84 X1 35iX (04/2009–04/2015)
- E84 X1 28i / 28iX (N20) (11/2009–06/2015)
- E70 X5 (02/2010–10/2013)
- E71 X6 (07/2009–06/2014)
- E89 Z4 28i (N20) (01/2011–08/2016)
F-Series
- F22 2 Series Coupe (228i / M235i – 11/2012–06/2016)
- F23 2 Series Convertible (M235i / M235iX)
- F30 3 Series Sedan (02/2011–07/2015)
- F30 LCI Sedan (03/2015–08/2018 – N20 only)
- F31 3 Series Touring (08/2011–06/2015)
- F34 3 Series GT (08/2012–06/2015)
- F32 4 Series Coupe (11/2012–06/2016)
- F33 4 Series Convertible (03/2013–06/2016)
- F36 4 Series Gran Coupe (07/2013–07/2016)
- F07 / F10 LCI 5 Series (06/2010–10/2016)
- F06 6 Series Gran Coupe LCI (06/2014–07/2018)
- F12 / F13 6 Series Coupe / Convertible (10/2009–02/2015)
- F01 / F02 LCI 7 Series (05/2011–05/2015)
- F25 X3 (03/2012–08/2017)
- F26 X4 (07/2013–03/2018)
- F15 X5 (08/2012–06/2018)
- F16 X6 (09/2013–08/2018)
- F87 M2 (11/2015–06/2018 – N55)
- F80 M3 (04/2012–10/2018 – S55)
- F82 / F83 M4 (02/2013–07/2020 – S55)
Common Supported DME Part Numbers (Examples Only)
- MEVD172: 7610272, 7619981, 7626776, 7601512, 7618551
- MEVD172P: 8631689, 8639594, 8626171
- MEVD1724: 7629048, 7626111, 7635715
- MEVD1726: 7639422, 8665625, 8631748
- MEVD1729: 8617570, 8614957, 8626899
- MEVD172G / S: 7540686, 8672514
📩 Send your exact part number for verification before shipping
Service Process
- Ship both your dead original DME and compatible replacement DME
- We perform advanced bench-level and chip-level data extraction
- All required vehicle data is cloned and programmed into the replacement DME
- Both units are returned
- Replacement DME: plug-and-play, ready to install
- Original DME: returned for your records
Turnaround Time
⏱ Typically 4–8 business days after receipt
(Includes inspection, extraction, and cloning)
Why Choose This Service?
- Handles dead/burnt MEVD17.2x DMEs
- No dealer programming required
- Cost-effective alternative to new OEM DME replacement
- Professional bench and chip-level equipment
Contact Us:
Questions or need help? Message us with your ECU part number, and we’ll ensure compatibility!
General FAQ
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What is immo off or immobilizer delete, and will it work for my VW or Audi?
Immobilizer delete (immo off) bypasses the immobilizer in the engine control unit (ECU) of VW and Audi vehicles. It’s used when the vehicle starts but immediately shuts down due to a fault in the immobilizer system, often with fault codes P1570 or P0513. Immo off services will not work if the vehicle does not start at all; it must start and then be shut down due to the immobilizer.
What is module cloning, and do part numbers need to match?
Module cloning involves copying all the data from one module to another, allowing the replacement to function just like the original. While it's generally recommended to match part numbers for compatibility, the necessity can vary by module. Some require exact matches, while others are more flexible and allow cloning between different part numbers. Each product listing on our website specifies the part number requirements. If you're unsure, feel free to reach out for guidance.
Do you have to open the module cases?
We only open module cases when absolutely necessary. For services that don’t require opening, we won’t open the module. However, depending on how badly damaged your original ECU is, sometimes opening the module is the only way to retrieve data. Additionally, some services don’t have a plug-in method at all and require direct access to the board, including soldering or chip replacement. The need to open modules is not specific to us but is sometimes essential depending on the condition of the ECU.
What are the shipping procedures and turn around times?
After purchasing, you will receive an email with shipping instructions. You are responsible for shipping your modules to us, and we will cover the return shipping. You can use any shipping service that is convenient for you. We typically use UPS Ground (3-5 days) for return shipping, but in some cases, we may use USPS or FedEx. Once we receive your package (shipping times depend on how quickly you ship it and the service used), we typically ship it back the next business day. Some services may require a 2-day handling time, depending on the complexity.
For detailed shipping times to and from your location, check out our shipping speed map.
What is the warranty?
We offer a 90-day warranty on programming only. This covers the accuracy of the programming performed, but does not extend to the module hardware itself.
BMW MEVD172x DME ECU Advanced Clone Programming Recovery Service For No OBD Communication – Dead, Burnt, or Damaged ECU
