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
Safety information
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain
conditions and circumstances. Due to conditions
or other factors, the system may not respond.
There may be a risk of accident or risk
of damage to property. Actively intervene as
warranted. Refer to the information in this Own
The Steering Column Switch Cluster - An Interface
The steering column switch cluster is a "mechanical and electrical interface"
from the steering wheel to the
vehicle; it is firmly connected mechanically to the steering column. On top of
this purely mechanical
connection, the steering column switc