BMW 7 Series (F01/F02) 2008-2015 Service Manual / Chassis Dynamics / Vertical Dynamics Systems
BMW 7 Series: Vertical Dynamics Systems
- Introduction
- Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)
- Components
- Oscillating Motor
- ARS Hydraulic Valve Manifold
- Vertical Dynamics Control
- Vertical Dynamics Control (VDC)
- Electronic Ride-Height Control
- Electronic Ride-Height Control (EHC)
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Introduction
New Generation of Familiar Systems
General
Nowadays, the dynamic handling systems are subdivided into three groups
according to the co-ordinate axis
that their function relates to.
Development conti
Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)
General Information
Active Roll Stabilization was first fitted on the 7 Series predecessor, the
E65/E66, and has been used in similar
form since on the E6x and E7x models.
This section only describe
Components
Active Roll Stabilization (ARS)
Control Unit
The VDM control unit is located in the passenger compartment near the
right-hand A-pillar. The VDM control
unit receives its power supply via Terminal 15N
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Electronic Ride-Height Control
Function of Air Springs
The various control modes on the F01/F02 are similar to those on other model
series such as the E70:
Fig. 131: EHC Control Mode Flowchart, F01/F02
Control Modes with Single-axle Air Suspension
Ongoing control operations are not affected by transitions from one mode to
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Fixture
Fixture MW
Note: For holding rear axle final drive during removal and installation.
SI number
01 01 07 (333)
Consisting of:
1 = 0496019 Joint
2 = 0496020 Frame
NOTE: (Main frame)
Fig. 21: Identifying Fixture (335200)
3 = 0496077 Support
4 = 0496078 Fixture
NOTE: (Fixture for foam material insert)
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