Purpose of the System

The Central Body Electronics (ZKE IV) system manages the following functions:

Fig 1: Identifying Central Body Electronics (ZKE IV) System Chart

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The ZKE IV system was introduced on the E36 Convertible and is also used in the Z3. Most of the functions operate the same on these vehicles with minor changes and added features to the system. ZKE IV is the fourth generation of central body control systems.

The GM IV is responsible for controlling most of the Body Electronic Functions from one central module.