The Car Information Computer (CIC) is incorporates many innovations and new
features. The system has been
introduced to the US market on the 1 Series and the 3 Series from September of
2008 producti
Fig. 2: CIC System Block Diagram
CIC SYSTEM EXPLANATION CHART
Central information display (CID)
Car Information Computer (CIC)
User interface (BO)
Application software
Hardware
Fig. 3: Bus Ov
Necessary preliminary work:
Remove SWITCH FOR FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION
NOTE: Open glove box
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock retaining clips (2) on left/right.
Press out USB interface connecting socket (3) in direction of arrow.
Installation note:
Retaining clips (2) must not
Installation Mode
EMF installation mode is required for the purposes of replacing the EMF
actuator unit or the brake cables. The
EMF can be set to installation mode with the aid of the BMW diagnosis system.
This mode is comprised of two
subfunctions:
Setting the EMF actuator unit to the installa