BMW 7 Series: System Components
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Fig. 5: Front View Of CIC
The design principle of the CIC is similar to a personal computer, the Car
Information Computer contains a
processor, RAM (memory) modules and other peripheral components.
Fig. 11: Individual Replaceable Components Of Car Information Computer
CIC COMPONENTS EXPLANATION CHART
Replaceable device CIC
DVD/CD player including CIC housing cover
Front panel
Hard disk dri
Some of the components that were modular in the Car Communication Computer
are now integrated into the
CIC as solid state components.
In the event of defects to some of the components, it may be nec
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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling gas generators.
Incorrect handling can activate pedestrian protection and cause injury.
Necessary preliminary work
Disconnect BATTERY CABLE
Remove BASEPLATE FOR NUMBER PLATE
Remove ORNAMENTAL GRILLE IN BUMPER TRIM.
Release screws (1).
Tighteni
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TELEMATIC CONTROL UNIT (TCU)
(SA633/SA639)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrical
damage (ESD
PROTECTION).
NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES.
Necessary preliminary tasks
Clamp off BATTERY NEGAT