Encode/program control unit(s)

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Precondition

Replacement of component.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Use the most recent software version to prevent faults during programming/coding.
The battery voltage must not fall below 13.0 V during programming.
Use only chargers for a low volt-vehicle electrical system that are recommended by BMW.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
No high-voltage switch off is required in electric vehicles or hybrid vehicles for programming/coding.
The high-voltage system will be automatically switched off by the programming system.

Connect the battery charger to the vehicle.
Connect the programming system with the vehicle.
Determine the action plan.
Accept and fully process the action plan.
If applicable, connect the workshop system to the vehicle, depending on the reworking list.
Carry out vehicle test.
Delete the fault memory.
The information about programming the workshop system and the corresponding notes in the user documentation must be observed.
Wait until programming/coding has been completed.
Disconnect the programming system from the vehicle.
Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.

Precondition

Component has been replaced.

Connect the battery charger to the vehicle.
Connect the programming system with the vehicle.
Determine the action plan.
Accept and fully process the action plan.
Depending on the reworking list, connect the workshop system to the vehicle if necessary.
Carry out vehicle test.
Delete the fault memory.
Observe the information on programming in the workshop system and the relevant notes in the user documentation.
Wait until programming/coding has been completed.
Disconnect the programming system from the vehicle.
Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.