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
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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
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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)
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Fig. 25: Displays In Event Of A Fault (E65/E66)
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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
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Fig. 27: Identifying Component Location Of E65/E66
E60/E61/E63/E64
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Fig. 28: Identifying Component Location Of E60/E61/E63/E64
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Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Situation
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, etc.), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in
question are replaced.
Effect
This is not necessary for technical reasons and causes the manufacturer not
to recognize the unnecessarily
removed shock absorbers as defective par
Removing And Installing/replacing Left Or Right Tank Cover
Operations on right side analogous to left side shown. Use graphics in a
mirror-inverted way.
Release all screws (2).
Unscrew nut (3).
Feed out tank cover (1) towards rear above tension strut (4).
Fig. 97: Identifying Tank Cover, Screws And Nut
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