65 83 020 Removing and installing (replacing) Car Information Computer (CIC)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 BMW Z4, 2015 BMW Z4, and 2014 BMW Z4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

00 9 323

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).

Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.

Avoid subjecting the CIC to vibration/shocks.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

NOTE: Comply with notes on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Clamp off BATTERY EARTH LEAD

Only vehicles with automatic transmission:

Remove GEARSHIFT LEVER KNOB

Unclip middle cover (1) with special tool 00 9 323 .

Fig 1: Opening Middle Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Installation note:

Clamps (1) must be correctly seated and must not be damaged!

Fig 2: Identifying Clamps

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NOTE: Cover center console to prevent damage and scratching.

Release screws (1).

Carefully pull out CIC (2) towards front.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Fig 3: Pulling Out CIC Towards Front

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Only for US models with satellite tuner:

When replacing the CIC unit, additional work is required!

Observe REPLACING SATELLITE TUNER, AS OF 09/2009 .

Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .

For vehicles with Teleservices optional equipment:

Update services via menu in the central information display.