The Car Information Computer (CIC) is incorporates many innovations and new
features. The system has been
introduced to the US market on the 1 Series and the 3 Series from September of
2008 producti
Fig. 2: CIC System Block Diagram
CIC SYSTEM EXPLANATION CHART
Central information display (CID)
Car Information Computer (CIC)
User interface (BO)
Application software
Hardware
Fig. 3: Bus Ov
Notes
IMPORTANT: Release central bolts on adjuster only with special tool 11 9
890.
Risk of damage to timing drive.
If special tool 11 9 890 can not be fitted, it is necessary when releasing the
central bolt to grip the hexagon head of the respective camshaft.
(cylinder bank 5 to 8)
Necessary pre
The following illustration is a schematic representation of all the body
variants.
Apply this illustration to the relevant vehicle.
Fig. 76: Identifying Vehicle Components
All components not listed in the table below are composed of established
sheet steel qualities.
MATERIAL CHART
VEHICLE IDE