How to reset the ZF8HP 8 Speed Automatic gearbox on a BMW F20/F21

Hello guys and welcome to mattsbeamer.

Did you know that your BMW learns the way you drive? It is a very clever system, which I experienced on my old BMW E38 7 series.
Thou it learns the way you drive, that can also make the gearbox feel notchy, or sluggish, depending on your driving history. My car is used to driving in the city, so it leans that I need to pull away quickly etc.

So if you want your BMWs 8-speed auto, to drive the way it used to when it left the factory then these are the steps. Oh, Dad, just in case you watch my videos, this will work on your X6 too.

WARNING
Before you reset it thou, I will just say, if you have a car with over 150K km, or if the gearbox isn't in the best of condition, then I would think twice before performing this reset. This reset could cause it some issues, or put it in breakdown mode. Maybe I am being over-cautious, but its best to make you think.

My car has done 39000 km and is in great shape, so I will take the risk.
I will expect my car to respond better as if its in sports mode.

Step one: Push the start button with no feet on the pedals. This will turn the ignition on, but not start the engine.
Step 2: Now hold down the accelerator, all the way down, for at least 30 seconds, and keep it down until I say so.
Step 3: While continuing to keep your foot down on the accelerator, press the button to turn the ignition off.
Step4: let go of the accelerator pedal.
Step 5: Wait for 2 minutes.
Step 6: Start the car.

Now, in theory, this method should work. Many people say it works, and the odd few say they can't tell the difference. I will be interested in seeing if it works on your car.

Cheers and take care.