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SMFA, SMBF: driver's seat module and front passenger seat module

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The driver seat module (SMFA) and front passenger seat module (SMBF) are common parts. Identification of the driver's seat and/or front passenger seat is implemented via pin coding. The seat modules are bus users on the K-CAN.

Depending on the seat version and optional design, the seat module adjusts and monitors the following functions:

The seat module evaluates the button signals and activates the required functions. Depending on the seat version and the optional equipment, the seat module is either connected with the switch block (switch block, driver's side or front passenger side seat adjustment) via a line connection or via a LIN bus connection (local interconnect network bus).

Fig 1: Identifying Seat Module And Connector Chambers
G09908850Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Item Explanation
1 Seat module
2 Connector chambers