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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1987L7 (E23) L6-3430CC 3.4L SOHC (M30)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSUPDATED MODIC(R) SOFTWARE - P11.0 PROGRAMMINGPROGRAMMING THE CONTROL MODULE5. CLEAR ADAPTATION VALUES
1987 BMW L7 (E23) L6-3430cc 3.4L SOHC (M30)
5. Clear Adaptation Values
1987 BMW L7 (E23) L6-3430cc 3.4L SOHC (M30)SECTION 5. Clear Adaptation Values
^ This step is only used after a control module has been flash programmed.
^ Clearing adaptation values removes any improper operating characteristics that may have been saved in the control modules memory.
^ The control module will temporarily operate on internally programmed default values.
^ Adaptation is an ongoing process in the Control Module.
^ The default values may occasionally lead to temporary rough running characteristics (DME). Rough running characteristics are a normal part of the initial adaptation process.
Menu Access
Select 5" Clear adaptation values"
Select "Y"
^ Clearing adaptation values removes any improper operating characteristics that may have been saved in the control modules memory.
^ The control module will temporarily operate on internally programmed default values.
^ Adaptation is an ongoing process in the Control Module.
^ The default values may occasionally lead to temporary rough running characteristics (DME). Rough running characteristics are a normal part of the initial adaptation process.
Menu Access
Select 5" Clear adaptation values"
Select "Y"
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.