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Blue Meets White

BMW & MINI Car Repair and Maintenance. Diagnostics, Electrical & Software Updates
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Updates

If your BMW or MINI electric windows and lights suddenly stop working, you likely have a corrupt footwell module (FRM).

There is a known issue with FRM modules running software earlier than 2016. Data stored in a microchip becomes corrupt. This can be caused when plugging into the vehicle's di...

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If your automatic BMW or MINI is displaying the message "Secure vehicle with parking brake when stationary" or "Secure vehicle against rolling" then we have a solution that at £300, is a fraction of the typical dealer price of £1200. Repaired in less than 3 hours at our Midlands workshop.

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We recently had a customer visit with a faulty head unit, which turned out to be a failed hard drive inside the unit. At dealer a new head unit would have cost in excess of £2,000

We replaced the hard drive with a brand new drive, updated the software on the unit, ensured that the owner had the...

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Retrofitting power fold mirrors to your BMW can be relatively simple if the correct wiring loom is installed at the factory. On our project BMW E92 325i, the vehicle had memory seats installed which means the higher specification wiring loom, which supports power fold mirrors, is already install...

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Retrofitting power fold mirrors to your BMW can be relatively simple if the correct wiring loom is installed at the factory. On our project BMW E92 325i, the vehicle had memory seats installed which means the higher specification wiring loom, which supports power fold mirrors, is already install...

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Another BMW X1 in for repair with the secure vehicle against rolling issue - which necessitates the change of a small spring in the bottom of the gear selector.

Ian has a 100% repair record on this issue which affects X1, 2 series and MINI with automatic transmission. Dealers charge anywhere bet...

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This customer has a BMW X3 which has been standing and required a new battery and a diagnostic.

We offer a mobile BMW battery fitting service - fitted on your driveway with genuine BMW batteries. They don't cost as much as you may think!

When fitting a battery, it is imperative that the batter...

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Taking some time out

Apr 15, 2022 – Apr 27, 2022

It has been a really busy start to the year, so I'm taking some time out to be with family and friends. I'll be back on Thursday 28th April and won't be answering calls during this period. I will check emails on an ad-hoc basis and may reply.

You can always call Marc at Marc's Independent BMW ...

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This BMW M760Li arrived at the workshop this week. Absolutely stunning car with individual paint, with a stunning red leather interior.

For the nerds out there, the V12 engine produces over 600bhp, 0-60 in around 3.5 seconds, has a displacement of 6.6 litres assisted by twin turbos.

The owner n...

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Testimonials

6 months ago
Ian repaired the broken spring in the steptronic module causing the "secure vehicle against rolling alarm". Excellent result and well worth the 150mile round trip via the M6. Ian removed and replaced all the panels perfectly and without any visible signs of disturbance. Job completed in under 3 hours. Exceptional customer service with detailed explanations before and after the repair. If you have this problem this is the only place to go.
- Alan B
2 months ago
Brilliant, professional and informative. Had the dreaded "Apply handbrake/stop vehicle rolling"message which was quickly rectified by Ian with the fitting of a new spring to the existing auto selector unit. Also new handbrake switch fitted at same time. Saved £££ on the cost of a new selector and well worth the 160 mile round trip. Would definitely use again. Top bloke.
- Michael R
a month ago
Had an issue with the gearbox selector on my automatic Mini, resulting in a constant error message when parked "Secure against rolling" After some googling - found plenty of information that a small spring had failed inside the gearbox selector but it looked like a real PITA job to repair myself. Having looked online, Ian at Blue Meets White offers to do this job for a fraction of the price of a main dealer. Well worth the 80 mile trip down from Glossop and he managed to get the whole job sorted in around 2 hours. Fantastic service. Highly recommended.
- Allan K

BMW & MINI EXPERTS

Blue Meets White specialises in BMW dealer level BMW & MINI diagnostics, electrical repairs and software updates including coding.

We work in partnership with Marc's Independent BMW - marcsbmw.com.  Marc's Independent BMW are a highly regarded BMW & MINI specialist, having excellent Google reviews and an exemplary reputation within the BMW & MINI community.

FINDING US

We offer a mobile service but also work alongside Marc's Independent BMW at:

Unit 9,  Lion Industrial Park
Northgate Way, Aldridge WS9 8RL


The flag on the map for Marc's Independent BMW is exactly where you will find us.  Entering the postcode WS9 8RL into your satnav will get you close but please refer to the map for the final stage of your journey!

Look for the sign "Lion Industrial Park Units 8-11" and we're through the large metal gates to the left of the sign.

BMW & MINI Diagnostic Service

Using a laptop, specialist interfaces and BMW group specific software it is possible to diagnose issues on your BMW or MINI.  The advanced BMW & MINI software we use, provides full access to the systems on your vehicle - we often have customers referred to us from other motor trade partners who cannot accurately identify issues using their multi-vendor diagnostic systems.

Blue Meets White offers this service at a fraction of the price charges by BMW main dealers.

We offer both workshop and a mobile/visiting BMW & MINI diagnostics service.

BMW & MINI Mobile Diagnostic Service

If your vehicle is immobilised on the driveway, we offer a mobile BMW & MINI diagnostics service - providing an alternative to recovering the vehicle to a workshop. Perhaps you don't have a BMW or MINI specialist local to you and need more information to aid your decision making.

We always respond kindly to trade enquiries from garages and dealerships requiring access to our expert services.

BMW & MINI Software Updates

The average BMW or MINI has around 20 computers on-board.  Often referred to as control units or ECU's they control every aspect of your vehicle.  Without this software your vehicle would not operate.  Air to fuel ratio, engine timing, safety systems such as ABS and airbags, the heater control, audio system and i-Drive are all examples of control units with complex software controlling every aspect.

Most vehicles have never had a software update since the day they rolled off the production line.  Since, the manufacturers will have identified thousands of errors or improvements that the latest software will address.

Think about it, you service your vehicle regularly to ensure it remains in good working order - so why not update the software occasionally and take advantage of improvements and advances!

BMW & MINI Navigation Maps Updated

We offer this service and only use genuine software provided by BMW & MINI.  We never use "internet downloads" and offer proof of this to all customers using our services.

BMW & MINI Coding

Unlock the potential of your vehicle by unlocking hidden features or enabling features that are not, by default, enabled from the factory.

Examples include:
  • Folding wing mirrors on locking the vehicle
  • Disabling the boot unlock button on the key remote
  • Unlocking of doors on removal of the ignition key / turning off the ignition
  • Enable follow-me-home lighting
  • Bleep on locking the vehicle if one or more doors are not properly closed

If your BMW head unit (i-Drive) is constantly rebooting or cycling

We offer a workshop solution to fixing this common software issue.  No fix, no fee.

Park Distance Control (PDC) Issues

If you have issues with parking sensors on your BMW or MINI, we diagnose and repair them.

SOS Call System Failure

We can repair this message by changing the TCB battery on your BMW or MINI at a fraction of the cost of BMW main dealer.

"Transmission. Secure vehicle with parking brake when stationary" or "Secure vehicle against rolling"

If you have a BMW or MINI with an automatic gearbox, this issue may affect your vehicle.  No matter what you do, this message won't go away.  It is caused by the failure of a small spring in the gear selector. We keep the springs in stock and can repair at a fraction of the cost of BMW main dealer and warranty all work for 12-months.  https://www.securevehicleagainstrolling.com

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