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
The very name "Head-Up" describes the principle benefit of this system. The
Head-up Display (HUD) projects
a virtual image into the driver's field of vision. Important information such as
cruise control details or graphical
directions from the navigation system are projected onto the windshield an
Keyless Vehicle Access
Using Comfort Access, the customer can unlock and open the vehicle without
active use of the ID transmitter.
Access to the vehicle can be gained from any point. It is important that the ID
transmitter be located in the
vehicle's immediate vicinity (approximately 5 feet). It