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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Read and comply with notes on HANDLING WIRING HARNESSES AND WIRING.
NOTE: Work is shown on the F01 by way of example. There may be differences
in detail
in the case of other vehicle types and equipment specifications.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION)
Rem
Carrying Out Steering Angle Sensor Adjustment
IMPORTANT: In vehicles with active steering, steering angle sensor
adjustment is integrated
in the service function INITIAL OPERATION/ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE
STEERING and must not be carried out separately!
NOTE: Steering angle sensor adjustment must be carried out:
after replacement of following c
