BMW 7 Series: Introduction
Outside Mirrors
For the F01/F02, there is only one variant of the outside mirrors. The
outside mirrors can be electrically
adjusted as standard. The outside mirrors are equipped with a mirror heating
system.
Optional Interior and exterior mirrors with automatic anti-dazzle function (electrochromic)
can be ordered as an
optional extra. This option requires the interior rear-view mirror with
automatic anti-dazzle function.
The outside mirrors with memory function are connected via the LIN-bus and
additionally feature the following
functions:
- Outside mirror fold-in
- Electrochromic outside mirrors
- Electrical seat adjustment with memory
Fig. 87: Identifying Electrochromic Outside Mirrors
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Input/output - Outside Mirrors
Fig. 88: Outside Mirrors Input/Output System Diagram
COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION CHART
Instrument cluster
Footwell module FRM
Outside temperature sensor
Junction box el
Overview
The following outside mirror functions are possible depending on the vehicle
equipment:
Mirror adjustment in up/down and left/right directions
Mirror heating
Mirror fold-in
Electrochrom
Overview
The following components are installed in the F01/F02 for the purpose of
operating the outside mirrors:
Driver's door switch cluster with
Outside mirror adjustment switch
Outside mirro
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Necessary preliminary work
Remove left INJECTION PIPE.
Remove THROTTLE VALVE.
Release screws on intake plenum from above without fail before lowering
front axle.
Secure ENGINE in installation position.
Lower front axle, releasing screws on engine mount first.
Release power steering pump, i
IMPORTANT: Steering box:
Check connection of steering box for corrosion, clean contacts if
necessary.
The steering box must be replaced if the corrosion is too far advanced.
Connecting line:
In the event of moisture/corrosion inside the two plug connections, check
the
insulation of the connecting