What is FEMTO Unlock? FEMTO Evo DME Unlock for BMW inc. M2, M3, M4 & Toyota Supra A90 FAQ!

What actually is a FEMTO Unlock and how does it work?

We are here to answer your questions, unlock a few myths and potentially unlock your DME (ECU - Engine Control Unit) while we are at it!

Located in Helsinki, Finland, FEMTO (FEMTO Evo) specialises in a unique service by offering the world's only DME unlock for BMW models manufactured from June 2020 onwards. By unlocking your DME, you empower your vehicle to maximize its performance through leading tuning platforms like bootmod3, MHD Tuning, MG Flasher, and others. Unlock your BMW's potential with MODE x FEMTO's exclusive DME unlocking service today.

The MODE x FEMTO DME Unlock service tailored for F & G-Series BMW and BMW M cars, including the coveted M2, M3 & M4 S55 and S58 is now also available for Mini Cooper including JCW John Cooper Works (F-Series), Toyota Supra A90 and Rolls Royce!!!

Unlock the full potential of your BMW or BMW M car manufactured from June 2020 onwards (07/2020+ DME Date) with the MODE x FEMTO DME Unlock service, exclusively offered by FEMTO in Finland. This service is essential for enabling OBD flash tuning on platforms like bootmod3 (BM3), MHD Tuning, and MG Flasher. No more roadblocks to maximising your vehicles performance—all it takes is unlocking your MEVD17.x.x and MG1 / MDG1 series DME.

Why Choose MODE x FEMTO DME Unlock?

Since June 2020, BMW has implemented updated bootloaders in their DMEs, making conventional flash tuning impossible. FEMTO provides the solution with their mail-in FEMTO DME Unlock service, ensuring your DME is unlocked and ready for OBD flash tuning.

How It Works:

Purchase the MODE x FEMTO DME Unlock to suit your model and options from the MODE Store which includes international shipping to and from your address of choice.
Purchase the MODE x bm3 Ultimate Tuning Bundle or bm3 License to suit your vehicle.
Complete the MODE x FEMTO DME Unlock Form. Click Here to Download
Remove your DME and prepare for shipping to MODE or FEMTO.
We will dispatch your DME to FEMTO in Finland for unlocking or send you labels to attach to your DME for direct shipping to FEMTO.
Expect a turnaround time of 10-15 business days for the unlocking process.
Your unlocked DME will be returned to you, tested, and ready for installation.
Reinstall your DME, ensure everything functions properly, and flash your vehicle using your preferred tuning platform such as MODE x bm3 Ultimate Tuning Bundle.

Additional Services:

For Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne customers, we offer an optional in-house DME removal service and vehicle storage at an additional cost. Contact us for details.

Important Details:

Tuning licenses for BM3, MHD Tuning, or MG Flasher are not included.
Ensure your BM3 license and VIN are activated before sending your DME.
Disable OTA (Over The Air) BMW, etc. Remote Software Updates in iDrive and on BMW "My BMW" app to prevent accidental tune removal.

Supported Models:

Check our list of supported models including BMW M2, M3, M4, M5, M8, and more. If you don't see your model listed or have questions, feel free to reach out.

Unlock Your BMW's Potential Today with MODE x FEMTO DME Unlock. Discover what your BMW can really do.

B48 Engine

F40 128ti, M135i xDrive
F44 220i, M235i xDrive
G42 220i, 230i
G2x 320i, 330i, 330e
G3x 520i, 530i
G3x 630i
F39 X2 M35i
G29 Z4 20i, 30i

B58 Engine

G42 M240i incl. xDrive
G2x M340i incl. xDrive
G2x M440i incl. xDrive
G3x 540i
G32 640i
G1x 740i, 740Li
G1x 840i
G0x X3/X4 M40i
G0x X5/X6/X7 40i
G29 Z4 M40i
Toyota GR Supra

S58 Engine

G87 M2
G8x M3/M4 incl. Competition, CS, CSL
F9x X3M/X4M incl. Competition

N63TU Engine

G3x M550i incl. xDrive
G1x 750i, 750Li
G1x M850i incl. xDrive
G0x X5/X6 M50i

S63TU Engine

F90 M5 incl. Competition, CS
F9x M8 incl. Competition
F9x X5M/X6M incl. Competition

FEMTO BMW DME Bench Unlock Service for BOSCH Locked 06/2020-Current S55 S58 S63TU B46 B48 B58 N63TU F & G Series - MODE Auto Concepts

Models

1 Series / F40 (2019+) / M135i / M135i xDrive

1 Series / F40 (2019+) / 128ti

1 Series / F40 (2019+) / 118i

2 Series / F87 M2 (2016-2021) / M2 Competition

2 Series / F87 M2 (2016-2021) / M2 CS

2 Series / F44 (2019+) / M235i

2 Series / F44 (2019+) / 220i

2 Series / G42 (2021+) / M240i / M240i xDrive

2 Series / G42 (2021+) / 230i

2 Series / G42 (2021+) / 220i

2 Series / G87 M2 (2022+) / M2

3 Series / F80 M3 (2014-2019) / M3

3 Series / F80 M3 (2014-2019) / M3 Competition

3 Series / F80 M3 (2014-2019) / M3 CS

3 Series / G20 / G21 (2019+) / M340i / M340i xDrive

3 Series / G20 / G21 (2019+) / 330i

3 Series / G20 / G21 (2019+) / 330e

3 Series / G20 / G21 (2019+) / 320i

3 Series / G80 / G81 M3 (2021+) / M3

3 Series / G80 / G81 M3 (2021+) / M3 Competition

4 Series / F82 / F83 (2014-2019) / M4

4 Series / F82 / F83 (2014-2019) / M4 Competition

4 Series / F82 / F83 (2014-2019) / M4 CS

4 Series / F82 / F83 (2014-2019) / M4 GTS

4 Series / G22 / G23 / G26 (2020+) / 420i

4 Series / G22 / G23 / G26 (2020+) / 430i

4 Series / G22 / G23 / G26 (2020+) / M440i / M440i xDrive

4 Series / G82 / G83 M4 (2021+) / M4

4 Series / G82 / G83 M4 (2021+) / M4 Competition

4 Series / G82 / G83 M4 (2021+) / M4 CSL

5 Series / G30 / G31 (2017+) / M550i xDrive

5 Series / G30 / G31 (2017+) / 540i

5 Series / G30 / G31 (2017+) / 530e

5 Series / G30 / G31 (2017+) / 530i

5 Series / G30 / G31 (2017+) / 520i

6 Series / G32 (2017+) / 640i

6 Series / G32 (2017+) / 630i

7 Series / G11 / G12 (2016+) / 750i / 750Li

7 Series / G11 / G12 (2016+) / 745e

7 Series / G11 / G12 (2016+) / 740e

7 Series / G11 / G12 (2016+) / 740i / 740Li

8 Series / G14 / G15 / G16 (2018+) / M850i

8 Series / G14 / G15 / G16 (2018+) / 840i

8 Series / F91 / F92 / F93 M8 (2019+) / M8

8 Series / F91 / F92 / F93 M8 (2019+) / M8 Competition

X1 Series / F48 (2016+) / X1 25i

X1 Series / F48 (2016+) / X1 20i

X1 Series / U11 (2022+) / X1 sDrive20i

X2 Series / F39 (2018+) / X2 M35i

X2 Series / F39 (2018+) / X2 20i

X3 Series / G01 (2018+) / X3 M40i

X3 Series / G01 (2018+) / X3 30i

X3 Series / G01 (2018+) / X3 20i

X3 Series / F97 X3M (2019+) / X3M

X3 Series / F97 X3M (2019+) / X3M Competition

X4 Series / G02 (2018+) / X4 M40i

X4 Series / G02 (2018+) / X4 30i

X4 Series / G02 (2018+) / X4 20i

X4 Series / F98 X4M (2019+) / X4M

X4 Series / F98 X4M (2019+) / X4M Competition

X5 Series / G05 (2019+) / X5 40i

X5 Series / G05 (2019+) / X5 M50i

X5 Series / F95 X5M (2020+) / X5M

X5 Series / F95 X5M (2020+) / X5M Competition

X6 Series / G06 (2019+) / X6 40i

X6 Series / G06 (2019+) / X6 M50i

X6 Series / F96 X6M (2020+) / X6M

X6 Series / F96 X6M (2020+) / X6M Competition

X7 Series / G07 (2019+) / X7 M50i

X7 Series / G07 (2019+) / X7 40i

Z Series / G29 Z4 (2018+) / Z4 M40i

Z Series / G29 Z4 (2018+) / Z4 30i

Z Series / G29 Z4 (2018+) / Z4 20i