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Cruise Control Lever

The cruise control (FGR) is a function of the DME (ECM) and has multi-speed storing capability on the E65.

This new multi-speed function allows the driver to program and store multiple speed settings which can then be activated as desired.

Fig 1: Identifying Cruise Control Lever
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Frequently required speed settings such as 55, 65 or 70 mph can be selected directly at the touch of a button without having to drive the vehicle at precisely that speed beforehand. This is a considerable added convenience. Those preset cruise control speeds are programmed by the driver in advance and then activated when driving.The memory can store up to 6 preset speeds.

Fig 2: Speedometer Display
G03391382Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
FUNCTION AND OPERATION

Function Operation
Engage cruise control Accelerate/set Push lever forward
Decelerate/set Pull lever back
Activate Multi-speed function Push lever forward past detent
Select higher preset speed Push lever forward past detent
Select lower preset speed Pull lever back past detent
Cancel cruise control Tap lever up/down
Resume/set/delete preset speeds Touching lever inwards

The signal path for the cruise control switch is from the SZL to the SIM to the ZGM via the byteflight  .

The signal then is placed on the PT-CAN by the ZGM and received by the DME (ECM).