Integrated Chassis Management (ICM)
History
A central, higher-level driving dynamics control system was first introduced
in BMW vehicles several years
ago.
The introduction of the longitudinal dynam
Installation Locations in the Vehicle
Fig. 12: Identifying Control Units, Sensors And Actuators Of Dynamic Driving
Systems, F01/F02 (1 Of 2)
COMPONENT REFERENCE CHART
Electronic Damping Control sa
Integrated Chassis Management
Overview
With the E71, the notion of a higher-level driving dynamics control system
was implemented for the first time
in a standard model. This central function is also
Necessary preliminary work
Remove intake duct for air filter housing.
Release screws (1) and (2).
Remove washers.
Tightening torque 32 41 1AZ/2AZ
Remove fluid reservoir by pulling upwards.
Fig. 161: Identifying Washer Screws
NOTE: Raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better acces
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Release all screws (1).
Remove cover.
Replacement
From April 09 the snap fasteners are discontinued and replaced by a
conventional screw connection.
Fig. 103: Identifying Cover And Screws
REPLACING A BALL JOINT IN LEFT OR RIGHT SWINGING