EWS Immobilizer antenna threadfest

[adamr]

Originally Posted by BMW Atlanta

Furthermore if the BMSK recognizes a failing EWS it will generate a code and then the GT1 at the dealer comes into play to clear that fault code. However on the couple that have failed around here, only 50% of them generated a component failure code.

Do I need to clear the fault code before the bike will start (assumming I've replaced the antenna)?

[ClearwaterBMW]

Originally Posted by BMW Atlanta

It's strictly a receiver and thats it, there is no logic or hard drive or anything to the antennae other then being a pathway for the key's code to get to the theft deterrant system, no programming required. The BMSK is already programmed with the correct key codes and as long as it gets that information it's good to go. While some of the shit on these things is rocket science, the ring antennea is not. Furthermore if the BMSK recognizes a failing EWS it will generate a code and then the GT1 at the dealer comes into play to clear that fault code. However on the couple that have failed around here, only 50% of them generated a component failure code.

i appreciate the education... thanks

so....
how long IS the backorder on the ring antennas these days?

[Some Dude]

Originally Posted by adamr

Do I need to clear the fault code before the bike will start (assumming I've replaced the antenna)?

Nope, bike will run just fine with a stored fault as long as whatever component caused the failure is not failing any more.

[adamr]

Originally Posted by BMW Atlanta

Nope, bike will run just fine with a stored fault as long as whatever component caused the failure is not failing any more.

Thx, lots of good info here.

BTW, mine failed at 1500 miles.

[bemiiten]

I'm happy to hear that the antenna can be repaired without needing to ship the entire bike to a dealer. That makes all the difference to my perception of the machine. Still will be out of luck if the parts are on backorder.

[Bonebag]

I just ordered one from Max...it's in stock and on it's way

[Poolside]

Will someone post up a coupla nice pictures of the EWS antenna electrical connector? Unplugged and plugged. Also close focused pictures of the end of the connector on the wire and he connector socket on the antenna since you're there.

You'll be glad you did.

[ClearwaterBMW]

Originally Posted by bemiiten

I'm happy to hear that the antenna can be repaired without needing to ship the entire bike to a dealer. That makes all the difference to my perception of the machine. Still will be out of luck if the parts are on backorder.

true....
but, you HAVE to have the original DRILLED out first....
and replace with the specific bolts mentioned above
otherwise... you will have that new ring antenna "in stock" but not be able to utilize it

[Bonebag]

Originally Posted by Poolside

Will someone post up a coupla nice pictures of the EWS antenna electrical connector? Unplugged and plugged. Also close focused pictures of the end of the connector on the wire and he connector socket on the antenna since you're there.

You'll be glad you did.

good Idea...

How's this one..I should have my Antenna by the end of next week. I'm leaving on a trip out to next weekend otherwise I would not have spent the money on this part..especially since it would be covered by warranty. How about we start a small list on who has these antennas as spares so if someone is in dire need..one of us could overnight the baby to help them out

[JimVonBaden]

Originally Posted by Bonebag

good Idea...

How's this one..I should have my Antenna by the end of next week. I'm leaving on a trip out to next weekend otherwise I would not have spent the money on this part..especially since it would be covered by warranty. How about we start a small list on who has these antennas as spares so if someone is in dire need..one of us could overnight the baby to help them out

Good idea:

Originally Posted by JimVonBaden

Nice to know. Now a couple stragegically placed antenna rings around the country, and overnight mail, and problem solved!

I am feeling MUCH better about this situation now.

I might even spring for one. Maybe we could have an ADV antenna pool?

Jim

[Poolside]

Originally Posted by Bonebag

How's this one..I should have my Antenna by the end of next week. I'm leaving on a trip out to next weekend otherwise I would not have spent the money on this part..especially since it would be covered by warranty.

You post pics, Mongo make fix. Mongo know about radio.

[Some Dude]

Originally Posted by ClearwaterBMW

true....
but, you HAVE to have the original DRILLED out first....
and replace with the specific bolts mentioned above
otherwise... you will have that new ring antenna "in stock" but not be able to utilize it

Wrong again, you can utilize it, it just wont be pretty and it may take a few jerry-rigged tie wraps to getrdun successfully. The location for the antennae will not be optimal, however as long as the antennae is in close proximity to the key when the switch is engergized it should work just fine.

[ClearwaterBMW]

Originally Posted by BMW Atlanta

Wrong again, you can utilize it, it just wont be pretty and it may take a few jerry-rigged tie wraps to getrdun successfully. The location for the antennae will not be optimal, however as long as the antennae is in close proximity to the key when the switch is engergized it should work just fine.

while i DO thank you for your information
i do NOT appreciate the "WRONG AGAIN" remark

it's offensive (at least to me)

you are a dealer.... and you should speak to us as if we were at your counter in your shop
so.... please remember that you should be a bit nicer to the MANY of us on the forum who've spent plenty of money at your dealership.... LIKE ME


thanks for the info
i appreciate being set straight

[Poolside]

Pictures = Solution Go take some pictures Bobby.

[Some Dude]

Originally Posted by ClearwaterBMW

Mod edit: We can all get along

Stop you're crying You're just on a roll today with what seems to be pretty solid assertions by yourself, perhaps refraining from making statements and asking questions would be a better approach?????

and it is what it is so stop whining, would you rather go on incorrect assumptions and not have anyone correct? It's not meant personal, it's just straight to the point. You can take it as egotistical, but it's just my jackass playful personality This is ADV Rider afterall, not some stuffy regulated site correct?