key BMW X5 2002 E53 Central Body Electronics User Guide
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REMOTE KEY INITIALIZATION
The initialization of the FZV keys is required to establish the Lock/Unlock signal
synchronization with the GM. The initialization procedure provides the GM with a key
identification number and a “rolling code” for each key. If the initialization is not performed,
the GM will not respond to the key signals.
Up to 4 remote keys can be initialized. They must be initialized at the same time. Key
initialization is only possible with the vehicle unlocked.
Procedure:
1. Close all doors and have all keys available.
2. Using key number 1, turn the ignition switch
to KL R, then switch off within 5 seconds and
remove the first key.
3. Within 30 seconds of turning the ignition
switch to “off” Press and holdthe arrow
button.
4. While holding the arrow button, press and
release(“tap”) the roundel button three
timeswithin 10 seconds.
5. Release both buttons. The GM will
immediately lock and unlock the doors
signaling a successful initialization.
6. If additional keys need to be initialized repeat
steps 3 - 5 within 30 seconds.
7. Switching the ignition to KL R completes the initialization.
SERVICE NOTE:The key memory function of the GM responds to the key identification
number of each key. If the keys are not initialized in the same order prior to initialization, the
key memory function activated by the keys will not be assigned correctly.
Always initialize the keys in the same order.
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FZV KEY RECHARGEABLE BATTERY
From KL R, the battery inside the key head is charged inductively by the EWS ring antenna
via a coil antenna integrated in the key. The charging process is controlled by electronic
circuitry integrated in the key.
• The service life of a radio-control key used under normal conditions corresponds to the
vehicle lifespan.
• If the FZV keys are not used (ie: stored in a drawer), the battery will be discharged after
approx. 1.5 years.
• The time required to fully charge a discharged battery is approx. 30 hours.
• The remote control can be operated about 15 times after a charging period of approx.
30 minutes (driving time).
The key data is stored in a transponder chip. The transponder chip is a wireless read and
write EEPROM. It is powered via the ring coil at the steering lock. Power is applied
electromagnetically when the key is in the ignition switch from KL R.
The power supply is used both for data transfer as well as for charging the battery. This has
been made possible by new development of the transponder chip.
As with previous systems, every press of an FZV key also provides the battery charge
condition. When the FZV electronics receives a low power condition message three
successive times, the GM sets a fault indicating a low battery within a specific key. The
LCM is also informed via the bus system and alerts the driver via an instrument cluster
matrix message.
If the battery is recharged (used operate car), the fault will be automatically deleted when
five successive messages are received indicating a charged battery condition.
The battery has no affect on the EWS III communication function!
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Car Memory / Key Memory
The Car/Key Memory feature provides the flexibility of allowing the owner to customize cer-
tain functions of select vehicle systems and automatically identifies users of the vehicle by
a key identification signal provided by the remote keyless entry system (FZV).
Car & Key memory is marketed as a combined feature but is actually two separate func-
tions of the select vehicle control systems.
Car Memory: The owner is provided with a list of available system functions that can be
customized to their liking. Prior to delivery, the DIS or MoDiC is used to encode the
owner’s chosen selections into the appropriate control modules.
These choices become a permanent function of the control module and can only be
changed by re-encoding with the DIS or MoDiC at a BMW Center.
This feature has been available for some time via the ZCS Conversion Feature but has never
been fully utilized or officially presented to the vehicle owner as a feature of their vehicle.
Units DisplayChange (ºF/ ºC)
• DWA - Features
• FZV - Features
• Automatic Seat
Adjustment
• Method Selection
• Recirc
Air Memory
• Daytime Running
Lights
• Home Lights
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LCM III
GM III
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Key Memory: This feature provides the added convenience of identifying users of the vehi-
cle whenever a lock or unlocked signal is generated via the individual FZV keys. A maxi-
mum of four FZV keys can be used with the Key Memory feature.
Each of the four keys generate a unique key identification signal (key number) that is trans-
mitted simultaneously with the lock/unlock signals to the General Module. Key Memory
does not respond to Lock/Unlock requests from the drivers door lock.
Mostof the key memory functions require the vehicle be configured using the “KEY MEM-
ORY” function of the DIS or MoDiC. However, there are a few features that store settings
automatically without configuration such as IHKA blower speed and temp setting.
The key ID signal alerts the GM V to communicate with select control systems over the K
Bus to store (when locked) or reset (when unlocked) certain driver adjustable settings.
There are features that function as both a Car & Key Memory feature.
Example; the Automatic Seat Adjustment feature is encoded as a Car Memory Function
with the following possibilities:
• when unlocking,
• when opening a door after unlocking
• or not active at all.
If active, the seat positions are stored and reactivated by the Key Memory function for indi-
vidual users of the car.
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REQUIRED PRECONDITIONS:
Before configuring Car or Key Memory
Functions, connect a battery charger to the
vehicle. This will ensure adequate battery
voltage during the Car/Key Memory
configuration.
If battery voltage drops below 11.8 volts, the
procedure will terminate.
Car Memory Configuration procedure:
From the Coding/Programming Selection
function of the DIS or MoDiC, Select "CAR
MEMORY" and proceed by pressing the
right arrow.
The system will scan for control systems
capable of configuration based on the ZCS
in the Instrument Cluster.
After a short wait the system will display a list
of detected control systems capable of CAR
MEMORY configuration.
Using the owner's selection list, enter the
systems selected for customization.
Example:The owner chooses not to have
an acoustic acknowledgment when the
DWA is disarmed.
• From the displayed list select "Anti Theft
System" and press the continue arrow.
• From the Anti Theft Sub menu, select 4.
Acknowledge.
The Acknowledge sub menu provides all
possible options for the DWA
Acknowledgment.
• Select 2. Disarm Acoustically, and press
the continue arrow.
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Key Memory Configuration procedure:
From the Coding/Programming Selection function of the DIS or MoDiC, Select "KEY
MEMORY" and proceed by pressing the right arrow.
With the ignition switched on press the right arrow to allow the system to scan for control
systems capable of KEY MEMORY configuration.
After a short wait the system will display a
key number selection list of the four possible
keys. The display also indicates the
identification number of the last key used
• Using the owner's selection list, select the
key for key memory assignment and
press the continue arrow.
The system will scan for key memory
functions for the specific key.
Similar to the CAR MEMORY main menu,
the KEY MEMORY main menu provides all
of the possible configuration options.
As an example, the owner requires the
selective unlocking feature be deactivated.
• Press 2. CENTRAL LOCKING and press
the continue arrow.
• From the displayed list select "10
Selective central locking" and press the
continue arrow.
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The blue "=" sign indicates what mode this
particular function is set to currently.
• Select the "not active" function and press
the continue arrow.
The system will accept the selection and
bring the KEY MEMORY main selection
menu back in the display.
If additional selections are required, enter
into the systems displayed and repeat the
steps from above.
• When all of the required KEY MEMORY
configuration selections are entered,
select 99 SET VEHICLE.
The next screen displays all of the selected
configuration changes.
Check the displayed list against the Owner's
selection list making sure all of the choices
are entered. Print this list out and place in
the vehicle history file for future reference if
necessary.
• Press the continue arrow to proceed with
the configuration.
The next display will request that the ignition
switch be "switched off and on again". Press
the "Yes" button to continue.
A bar graph indicating configuration process
is displayed along with the current battery
voltage.
The display will change indicating the
"Vehicle setting completed". Turn the
ignition switch back off for 10 seconds and
then back on. Verify the configuration
change(s) by activating the new function.
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Also located at the bottom of both the CAR
& KEY selection menus are the possible
selections:
• 97 FACTORY SETTING - This selection
automatically resets the original factory
default settings
• 98 REJECT SELECTION - This selection
resets the last selected entry to the
previous setting.
During the operation of the FACTORY SETTING selection, it is a normal function for the
LCM III controlled lights to flash.
Symbols: =The equal sign signifies the current mode of function
>The arrow symbol signifies selected changes to be encoded when all
selections are completed. This symbol can be seen when returning to a
selection menu to check on selected modes of operation prior to “99 Set
Vehicle”.
* The asterisk indicates the factory default encoding function after encoding.
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CAR/KEY CONFIGURATION AND THE ZCS CODING CONVERSION FEATURE
The ZCS Coding Conversion feature is still utilized for changing other system functions as
in the past. For example: The Language Display Change for the instrument cluster display
block is only available using the Coding Conversion feature.
CAR/KEY MEMORY SERVICE CONSIDERATIONS
Replacing Car or Key Memory Configured Control Modules:
If a Car/Key Memory capable control module becomes defective and needs replacement,
the specific customized data will be transferred over to the new replacement unit during the
ZCS encoding process.
If this is not possible due to extensive control module failure, the owner must be made
aware of the situation and requested to provide the options they originally selected. For this
reason, it is advantageous to print the selected features as mentioned in the CAR & KEY
MEMORY configuration procedures.
FZV Key Initialization Procedure:
Also mentioned in the FZV section of this manual, If FZV keys need re-initializing, make sure
they are initialized in the same order. Adhere to the colored label identification system for
proper key initialization sequencing.
Technician Awareness:
Car Memory/Key Memory Configuration obviously changes the functionality of the systems.
Before concluding a specific system is defective, review the Car/Key memory selection for
the vehicle you are working on. There may be an owner selected function activated that is
not a common selection, causing misunderstanding of the system's function.
When working on a Car/Key Memory capable vehicle, avoid using the FZV keys. Use the
driver’s door lock to lock and unlock the vehicle to maintain the owners memorized settings.
If settings had to be modified as part of repair procedure, inform service advisor of situation
to convey to vehicle owner.
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POWER WINDOWS
The power window operation on the E53 is similar to previous systems. Features of the
system include:
• Control of the front and rear door window motors is carried out directly by the GM.
• One-touch operation in both directions on all four windows.
• Cable type window regulator used for all windows.
• Anti-trap detection is provided by the pressure sensitive finger guard .
• Push/pull window switches
• The rear window switches located in the rear doors can be deactivated by the pressing
child lock out switch in the center console.
• Convenience closing/opening of the windows from the driver's lock cylinder or
convenience opening only from the FZV remote key (FZV operation can be owner
customized with the Car Memory Function).
• Window operation with the ignition switched off until a door is opened or 16 minutes has
elapsed after the key is switched off.
• Window load switching is through relays integral of the GM for rear windows and in the
respective door switchblock modules for the front windows. The current draw is
monitored for end limit position. The maximum run time for the window motors is limited
to 8 seconds. This allows the motors to be switched off if the end limit load sensing fails.