Initialisation With BMW Diagnosis System:

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Path for initialisation: Control unit functions -> SZM -> Component controls -> Electric steering column only -> Steering column initialisation.

The steering column is fully initialised when the four mechanical stops are reached.

The mechanical stops are recognised as follows:

Increased current consumption for steering column adjustment motor
Absence of signals from Hall sensors

NOTE: Hall sensor failure

In the event of a failure of one of the Hall sensors, the steering-column adjustment will no longer recognise its position. The steering column can then only be adjusted manually. The soft stop is deactivated. The response time of the overload protection circuit is shortened. This protects the steering column adjustment motor against overheating.

NOTE: System state due to cold

If the steering-column adjustment should lock because of very low temperatures, this could be recognised as a mechanical stop. In such cases, adjustment may be restricted in one direction of movement.