Remote Software Upgrade requires pre-installed hardware, included on most vehicles shipped with BMW Operating Systems 7, 8, 8.5, or 9.
BMW Operating System 7 Instructions
While in your BMW, go to the vehicle menu and select: "My Car" > "Settings" > "General Settings" > "Remote Software Upgrade." If "Remote Software Upgrade" is displayed, you can use this function.
BMW Operating System 8, Operating System 8.5, and Operating System 9 Instructions
All BMW Operating System 8, BMW Operating System 8.5, and BMW Operating System 9 vehicles are equipped with Remote Software Upgrade functionality.
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