service BMW X5 2002 E53 Central Body Electronics Workshop Manual

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RAIN SENSOR CONTROL MODULE ADAPTATION
The rain sensor control module adapts to the optics system environment as follows:
Windshield Aging:As the vehicle ages the possibility of stone chipping in the rain sensors
monitoring area may occur which will cause a loss of light in the optics system.
The control module adapts for loss of light based on the intensity of the detected infra red
light with a cleared windshield (wiper motor park signal). Therefore, the rain sensors
function is not adversely affected due to windshield aging.
Dirty Windows:The rain sensor adaptation reacts less sensitively to a dirty windshield (dirt,
road salt, wax residue) after a completed wipe cycle. A dirty windshield has a film on it that
diminishes the ability of the infra red to refract into present water droplets. This causes a
delay in the rain sensor detection capabilities which lengthens the time intervals on an
intermittent wipe.
SERVICE NOTE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE RAIN SENSOR:
Make sure the wiper blades are in perfect condition. Only use window cleaner to clean the
windows. Dirty windows can cause the Rain Sensor control module to set a fault
due to the end limits of its adaptation abilities.
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM FAILSAFE OPERATION
The GM provides failsafe operation of the wiper system if faults are detected with any of the
following input signals:
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
The GM monitors the circuits of the wiper potentiometer, wiper motor, double relay, the
windshield washer pump and terminal 30.
FUNCTION FAULTED INPUT DETECTED FAILSAFE FUNCTION
Intermittent wipe Short or open circuit of Delay value for setting 3
the knurled wheel signal used.
Intermittent wipe Faulted Rain Sensor or K Bus Normal intermittent wipe
with Rain Sensor Signal corrupt implemented
Wiper motor not Park contact feedback signal Wiper motor control
functional moving takes longer than 16 seconds deactivated for 3 minutes

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/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.