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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Notes
IMPORTANT:
Brake pad wear sensor: after removal it must be replaced (brake pad
wear
sensor loses its retention capability in the break pad).
Retaining spring: for vehicles older than 48 months it is recommended
to
replace the retaining spring!
So as not to damage the surface coating,
Vertical Dynamics Control (VDC)
Control Unit
Fig. 124: Identifying VDM
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VDM
The location of the VDM control unit is dependent on the country in which the
vehicle is sold.
On left-hand drive vehicles the control unit is fitted inside the
passenger compartment near the right A-pillar
(as illustrated)
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