TSB 08 03 96: Updated MoDic(R) Software - C9.0 ZCS Coding: Overview

Affected years: February 1997

Details

Group O8 MODIC Bulletin Number 08 03 96 Woodcliff Lake, NJ February 1997 Product Engineering This IDC bulletin supersedes IDC 08 O3 96 dated September 1996 which should be removed and discarded from your IDC binder. SUBJECT: Updated MODIC Software C9.0 ZCS Coding MODEL: ALL Situation: A revised and expanded version of the MODIC ZCS coding Software has been developed. With the release of C9.0 MODIC Software, Version C8.0 ZCS Encoding Software has become invalid. Program Highlights ^ Updated information for all models. ^ Only codeable control modules (on the vehicle in question) are displayed on the MODIC screen. The Central Coding Key determines which control modules are codeable. ^ Central Coding Key - The E39 and the Z3 use a 37 digit instead of a 48 digit Central Coding Key. If the Central Coding Key is altered (via conversion), write the new Central Coding Key on a label. Affix the label to the appropriate vehicle Central Coding Key sticker location. Place the new label next to the old label. Cross out the old label. Label location - E39 - In the right side of the trunk next to the fusible link Z3 - On the bottom side of the E-Box lid ^ After replacement the following control modules require coding with C9.0. When coding is complete check the control module's fault memory and erase any faults present. Overview of Conversions Footnote: # = It is only possible to enhance the blower on the IHKA from software 37 that was introduced approximately 9/95. Menu Access Select Series Select "4" conversion Select system (example IHKA) Select Function (example "1" temperature C/F) Select "Y" to start automatic coding Overview of Retrofits E36 5-Onboard Computer E36/5 - must be encoded within 36 hours of installation. 6-Cruise Control From 9/94 production Menu Access: Select Series Select "2" Retrofitting Select System (example "1" IHKA) Select "Y" to start automatic encoding Parts Information Software Version C9.0 A/B P/N 01 11 9 788 251 introductory Price = $49.00 Return any defective diskettes to BMW NA via the BMW Tool Warranty. Details of the program can be found in your Parts information Binder under bulletin 1-24 dated 4/95. Additional copies may be purchased through your Parts Distribution Center.