BMW 528i 2001 E39 Workshop Manual
Manufacturer: BMW, Model Year: 2001, Model line: 528i, Model: BMW 528i 2001 E39Pages: 1002
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Central Locking  and Anti-Theft 
Trunk lock 
6 Tr~nk ftey pos~rions for eecir'cal mama, locking and 
-nlock~ng are: 
1. Manual unock .. - - - ........ - ..- .- ................. s.=.=-- 2. Unlock. DWA oisarmed, conven:ence open 
(nold 
un1:l aclivaledj 
3. Ne~tral posit'on 
1. -ocn. DWA  armeo,  Convenience closng 
(hold ~nti activated) 
5. Valet .oc,t position 
. -- .............-... .- . - -..... 
Key memory 
< The  remote trunk  button  (arrow) is located  in the  lefl lticlc 
panel. 
- The trunk  can be opened  from this remote release  when the 
doors  are locked  from the  central locking button.  The 
trunk 
remote button is disabled when  the trunkis loclted in the  valet 
position or when  a speed signal of 
4 mph is present  at the 
GM. 
Remote entry (FZV) 
< The  €39 remote  (keyless) entry system (FZV)  uses a tiny ra- 
dio transmitter  in the vehicle  key to 
lock and  unlock  the doors 
and  the trunk by  remote control.  There are a  number of other 
features  incorporated in FZV: 
Locltinglunloclting of fuel filler lid 
Selective unlocking  of driver's door  (as with key  in lock) 
Armingldisarming of  DWA  alarm system 
Remote  unlocking  of 
trunk lid or tailgate 
Comfort  opening  of windows and sunroof 
* Interior lighting  activation 
Panic  mode  alarm activation 
* Models to  1999:  Key incorporates  LED. LED informs oper- 
ator  that  an FZV  signal is being transmitted.  LED is also 
useful  indicator  of key initialization status  and lkey self-test. 
Keys delivered with four different colored  labels. This  is 
helpful  to differentiate  FZV  keys during initialization, 
pre. 
venting possibility  of misassigning key  ID which would 
change coded  Key Memory  functions.    
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/Central Locking and Anti-Theft 
The General Module  (GM) is connected to  the FZV receiver 
module  (in left rear  roof pillar) via K-Bus. Locking  and unlock- 
ing  of doors, trunk or tailgate and convenience  closing is car- 
ried  out by  the GM  subsystem controlling  the door lock, 
window and sunroof modules. 
The  accompanying schematic,  Remote entry 
(FZV) inputs 
and  outputs,  illustrates  the GM remote  entry subsystem. 
Remote entry (FZV) inputs and outputs 
Inputs  Outputs    
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Central Locking and ~nti-~heftl 
FZV keys 
4 FZV key button functions: 
Bunon 1 press  once: 
Unlock  driver's  door 
DWA  disarmed 
/ lnterior lights on 
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Convenience opening 
2000 
- 
'.-,- /- ..,. 
Button 2 press 
once: 
Button 
1 press twice: 
a Total 
unlocking 
Button 
1 hold: 
* Lock 
- DWA  armed 
lnterior lights  ON when  vehicle  is locked 
Button 
2 press twice within 10 seconds: 
Deactivate interior and  tilt monitoring 
Button 3 press momentarily: 
Trunk  lid opens 
Button 
3 press  and hold: 
Panic  mode (alarm) 
LED 
(4) provides  feedback  of system  operation  and battery 
condition. LED is eliminated  from 2000  and later 
lkeys. 
LED  flashes indicate the  following: 
One flash indicates  that FZV 
lock I unlock  signal was sent 
and batteries are  OK. 
Quick flashing  LED indicates that convenience opening 
signal  is being  sent. 
Slow  flashing  LED indicates  that initialization procedure 
was  successful. 
A steady-on LED [after a  self test  as described  in Trans- 
mitter  self-test (models  to 
1999)l indicates that hard- 
warelsoftware of transminer are  OK. 
No  LED activity  could indicate discharged batteries  or de- 
fective 
transmitter.    
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1 Central Locking  and Anti-Theft 
NOJE- 
A single  unlock  request  from the driver's  door with the FZV 
key  unlocks  the driver's  door only. 
A second  unlock request 
unlocls the remaining doors  and trunk.  This feature  can be 
modified  for individual users  with the Key  Memory capabil- 
ities  to activate all  lock actuators simultaneously  See Car 
Memory 
/ Key  Memory  later in this section. 
Starting  with 2000  models, the battery in  the FZV  ignition 
Icey is recharged  by the  ignition  switch ring antenna while 
the  ley  is in the  ignition  switch. 
Transmitter  self-test (models to 
1999) 
Press buttons 1 and 2 at the  same  time. This  starts ltey trans- 
/ mitter self-test.  Transmitter  is OK  when LED glows steadily 
te{le"el for that particular  key  and illuminate an instrument 
cluster  message. 
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NO JE- 
If batteries  are replaced  within one minute  of removal,  it is 
not  necessary  to 
periorm initialization. 
Tlie state of charge of key  batteries  has no effect  on elec- 
tronic  immobilizer (EWS) function. 
2 
Remote  key initialization 
for one second. If LED fails  to illuminate,  try replacing ltey~ 
batteries. 
The  state  of charge  of key  transmitter  batteries  is monitored 
by  the 
GM. Once the  voltage level of the  transmitter  drops be- 
low 
4.5volts, the LED no  longersignals  transmitteroperation. 
Convenience  opening, initialization  and self-testing  are no 
lonaer ~ossible. The GM will store  a fault indicatina  low bat- 
NOJE- 
In the accompanying  illustration, the key is from  a 1998 mod- 
el.  2000 and  later models  are equipped with a  different look- 
ing 
/
Initialize  all key  transmitters  at the  same time.    
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Central Lockinq and ~nti-l heft/ 
4 The initialization  procedure  is as  follows: 
Close  ail doors  and have all keys available 
2 LED Using  lkey number I, turn  ignition  switch to KL R (ACCES- 
SORY),  then switch off within 5 seconds and  remove first 
key. 
. - -- , ..-.---- - Within  30 seconds  of turning ignition  switch to OFF, press 
and  hold  button 
2. 
1 While holding button 2, press  and release (tap) button 1 
three  times  within 10 seconds. Models to 1999: LED flash- 
- If acknowledgement signal (doors lock / unlocking) does  not 
follow initialization  procedure, repeat process.  If ignition is 
switched  on during  process, procedure is cancelled. 
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NOTE- 
The Key Memory  function of the GM responds  to the ley 
identification  number of each  key If the keys are not initial- 
ized 
in the  same  orderprior  to initialization, the ley memory 
functions  activated by the 
l(eys will  not  be assigned  correctly. 
Always  initialize  the keys 
in the same  order. 
es momentarily. 
Release both buttons.  GM immediately locks  and unlocits 
doors to signal successful  initialization. 
Remote  system coding 
* Initialize  remaining  lteys, repeating steps  above. 
The E39  remote entry  system uses coded signals for security 
purposes.  The code signal sent by  the transmitter  is changed 
every  time the vehicle is lockedlunlocked with the transmitter. 
A separate  code signal is used for each transmitter that is ini- 
tialized to  the system.  This allows for each  transmitterto oper- 
ate independently  of the others. 
Due  to the changing  of the  code  each time the  buttons are  de- 
pressed, the system allows for a 
lacit of  synchronization  be- 
tween the  transmitter  and receiver. This would occur 
if the 
buttons on the  transmitter are pressed inadvertently. 
Up  to 
100 erroneous actuations  of the  transmitter are auto- 
matically corrected 
forby the  control module.  If more than  100 
actuations  are present,  the operator  need only to press  the 
button a  second time to restore system operation.    
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I Central Locking and Anti-Theft 
Key battery 
9 
4 1997 - 1999 models:  Two lithium batteries are used to  sup- 
ply power to  key transmitter. When  replacement  is neces- 
sary,  remove cover  and two fasteners  (arrows) from rear  of 
key to access batteries 
NOTE- 
If you  replace  the batteries  within one minute, the FZV ley 
will not  require a  new initialization procedure. 
2000 and later  models: FZV key battery is recharged  by ring 
antenna while ltey is  in ignition switch.  There is no  need  to re- 
place  ltey battery. 
Car Memory 1 Key  Memory 
A number  of features  and functions  can be customized  to the 
driver(s) preference.  The identity  of the vehicle user is provid- 
ed  by a 
s~gnal from the  keyless entry system (FZV). 
Car Memory  and Key Memory are actually two separate func- 
tions,  although  they are marketed  as a combined  feature. 
Car  Memory 
Pr'or  ro new 
veh c,e de  very, the BMW scan  roo (DISp us, 
GTI or MOD C) is ~sed lo cooc ine driver  preierences  nro ine 
appropriate  control modules. Thereafter  these choices  can- 
not be changed  without 
recoding with a BMW scan tool. 
The  functions that  can be set  using  Car Memory include: 
Alarm  system  (DWA) features  such as armingldisarming 
with 
lkeyless entry  (FZV), activation  of tilt sensor  or interior 
sensor 
lnterior  light activation when central 
locking is used 
Convenience  opening of 
windows/sunroof 
lnterior and external  lighting preferences 
Heating 
I A/C preferences (IHKA) 
Seat and mirror preferences (triggered  by  Key Memory) 
Instrument  cluster display units  (for example:  km vs. miles)    
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Central Locking and ~nti-~hefil 
Key Memory 
Whenever one of the FZV keys  is used  to lock or unlock  the 
car, the  user is identified by the  GM. A maximum  of four 
keys 
can  be programmed  with the Key  Memoryfeature.  The use of 
the  personalized key  then triggers Car Memory functions 
such  as heating 
I AIC (IHKA) settings or memory seat position 
adjustment. 
Most  programming  of Key  Memory requires  the use  of 
BMW 
scan tools (DISplus, GT1 or MoDiC). However, features  such 
as 
IHKA blower  speed and temperature store automatically 
without the  use of scan  tools. 
Available Key Memory functions vary  based on vehicle equip- 
ment.  The functions that  can be set include: 
Automatic locking after  start off (vehicle speed) 
Selective locking 
Heating 
1 AJC blower speed,  heated  or cooled  air distribu- 
tion,  automatic blower setting 
Trunk lid soft close (SCA) 
< The  optional  sofl close  trunk feature is  called SCA. The SCA 
actuator  is located  in the panel  below the trunk  lid. 
1. SCA motor and actuator located  behind trunk trim  in 
rear wall  of 
trunlc 
2. Lower edge  of trunlc seal 
3. Cam in open position 
4. Cam  in closed position 
The  actuator  is controlled  by a load  relay  in the  General  Mod- 
ule (GM).  The closing cam  is mounted  on an  eccentric that is 
driven by the actuator.  The cam always turns 
180" in the 
same  direction to  open or close the  trunk.    
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SCA subsystem 
1. Battery power (term. 30) 
2. Battery  power (term. 30) 
3. SCA actuator 
4. Ground  (term. 31) 
5. Feedback OPEN 
6. Ground (term. 31) 
7. General  Module (GM) 
8. Trunk contact  switch 
9. Trunk opening  switch 
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SCA operation 
Three  microswitches  are used  to operate trunk latching sys- 
tem. 
Microswitch  mounted on  lock cylinder.  Pushing lock cylin- 
der  in will  signal  GM to activate actuator  and open  trunk. 
Q Microswitch  in actuator signals  GM when  trunlc has re- 
leased. Actuator  shuts off. 
When  closing trunk, third  microswitch (on trunk  latch) sig- 
nals  GM to activate actuator. Cam  turns to pull  lid closed. 
Foroverload  protection, 
ON duration of actuator is  limited to a 
max. 
5 seconds. 
Emergency opening  of trunk is provided by  a mechanical link 
from  the lockcylinder. 
If the trunlc has been opened  by the 
emergency release,  it can be 
reclosed as a conventional lid 
with  normal  pressure. 
Tailgate and  rear window locks 
The Sport  Wagon  tailgate can be opened  from: 
0 Remote lkey (FZV) 
Interior tailgate  release button  at driver's  lkick panel 
Unlock microswitch above rear license plate    
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Central Locking and Anti-Theft 
Any  of these input requests to  the GM activates  the tailgate 
latch motor.  The 
GM will also switch on  the interior lights with 
a  tailgate unlock request. 
The  rearwindow  is opened  with the release switch  on the  rear 
wiper  arm cover.  Pressing  the switch signals  the GM to acti- 
vate the rear window release relay. 
Sport  Wagon  tailgate and  rear window  lock 
schematic 
Inputs  Outputs 
"UiRWiNOOW ACTUATOR RELAY 
RUiRWINDOW ACTUlimR A L 
WIPERS    
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Central Locking  and Anti-Theft 
DOOR HANDLES AND LOCKS 
In the  procedures  that follow, door handle removal, door  lock 
cylinder removal and door latch removal are  covered for the 
left front door.  Other doors are similar although simpler, due 
to  the 
lack of lock  cylinder. 
Inside  door release  removal is covered in the  procedure for 
inner door 
 ane el removal.  See 411 Doors. 
Door  handle  (outer), removing  and 
installing 
NOTE- 
IfBMWspecial tools  51 3201 and51 3 203 are  available,  the 
door  handle  can be removed  without removing the door  trim 
panel  or door 
airbag. Use  the access  hole behind  the rubber 
sealing  plug on  the door  edge. 
- Close window  on front  door. 
- Disconnect  battery negative (-) cable. 
CAUTlOG 
Prior to disconnecting  the batter)! read the battery discon- 
nection cautions given 
in 001 General  Warnings and Cau- 
tions. 
Remove front door  trim panel. See  411 Doors. 
Remove  door-mounted  air bag.  See 721 
Airbag System 
(SRS). 
Remove rubber  sealing plug (arrow)  from  door edge 
NOTE- 
In the  photo  below,  door handle  and lock  cylinder carrier  are 
shown  on the work  bench for clarity. 
Working  inside door  cavity: 
- Use long thin  screwdriver to  release locking tab A. Push 
screwdriver through  hole for rubber sealing  plug. 
Slide  locking plate 
B toward front  of door. 
Working  on outside  of door, lift out lower  edge of handle  and 
pull  down  to remove. 
Installation  is reverse  of removal, 
Tightening torques 
Airbag to door (replace  screws) 8.5 Nrn (75 in-lb)