37 14 055 Removing And Installing/Replacing DYNAMIC DRIVE Control Unit

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 BMW 550i and 2006 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT:

Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead
Remove TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM RIGHT
Remove SIDE TRIM IN FRONT RIGHT FOOTWELL

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nut (2) and nut (concealed) above control unit.

Tightening torque 37 14 24AZ . See 14 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS for specs.

Pull out Dynamic Drive control unit towards bottom.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection

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After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND CODING
Only when replacing / programming / coding: CARRY OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT /ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING
Only when replacing / programming / coding: Carry out initial DYNAMIC DRIVE operation.
Version with active front steering: Teach in mid-position for power steering