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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Drive, Roller Sun Blind/Sun Visor
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING DRIVE UNIT FOR ROLLER SUN
BLIND
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove REAR WINDOW ROLLER BLIND
Release screws (1).
Remove drive linkage (2).
Installation:
Drive linkage (2) can only be installed in one position.
Fig. 63: Identifying Drive Linkage With Mounting
Anti-Theft Alarm System
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING EMERGENCY POWER SIREN WITH
TILT SENSOR
Necessary preliminary work
Remove GUIDE FOR BUMPER AT REAR RIGHT
Secure guide for bumper (3) against falling out.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Slacken nut (1).
Fig. 93: Identifying Bumper, Plug Connection
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