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
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic
damage (ESD
protection).
NOTE: Follow instructions for removing and installing CONTROL UNITS !
Necessary preliminary work
Read fault memory.
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD.
Remove DME CONTROL UNIT.
Release screws (1).
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Notes
WARNING: Risk of scalding!
The repair work on the cooling system should only be carried out on an
engine that has cooled down!
IMPORTANT: Lifetime coolant filling:
Never reuse used coolant!
When replacing and removing components which rely on the corrosion
protection effect of the coolant, it