BMW 7 Series: Service Information
Axial Camera Adjustment
The camera can be axially readjusted by means of an adjusting screw on the
housing.
The following procedure must be performed:
- Detach the left ventilation grille from the front spoiler
Position the headlight aiming device in front of the vehicle
- Engage a Torx screwdriver and move the camera to the desired position
- Reassemble all parts that have been removed in reverse order
Fig. 23: Identifying Camera Adjustment
Vertical Camera Adjustment
Vertical camera adjustment should be adjusted until the horizontal plane is
centered on the CD/CID. This
adjustment is only possible through a test plan in the BMW tester.
Replacing Camera Washer Jet
A washer jet with a direct connection to the headlight washer system for
cleaning the lens is mounted on the
camera.
Follow the procedure below to replace the washer jet:
- Detach the left ventilation grille from the front spoiler
- Release the two Torx screws (1)
- Release the hose clamp on the connecting hose to the headlight washer
system and detach the washer jet
towards the front
- Reinstall all parts that have been removed in reverse order
Fig. 24: Identifying Washer Jet Mounting Position
Displays in Event of a Fault
The following warnings are displayed if the camera is faulty:
- Check control icon in the instrument cluster
- A symbol/description is also shown in CD or CID
- Check control message in the cluster under the tachometer (E65/E66 only)
Fig. 25: Displays In Event Of A Fault (E65/E66)
Fig. 26: Displays In Event Of A Fault (E60/E61/E63/E64)
Initialization
When replacing the camera, it is always necessary to initialize the software
by entering a clearance code (FSC).
The camera is programmed by means of a control unit. The control unit receives
the programming and coding
data for the camera via the K-CAN. The control unit forwards these data to the
camera via the LIN bus.
Component Location
E65/E66
Fig. 27: Identifying Component Location Of E65/E66
E60/E61/E63/E64
Fig. 28: Identifying Component Location Of E60/E61/E63/E64
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ALL VALVES (N63)
Necessary preliminary work
Remove LEFT CYLINDER HEAD.
Remove RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD.
Remove camshafts.
Mount cylinder head (1) on special tool 11 9 000.
Fig. 284: Mounting Cylinder Head On Special Tool 11 9 000
Prepare special tool 11 9 008 on s
IMPORTANT: Before beginning work, fully press the brake pedal several
times to reduce the
vacuum pressure in the brake booster. This makes it easier to remove the
vacuum hose.
Vacuum hose and non-return valve are welded together and are replaced
together as a single unit.
Necessary preliminary tas