ECM Programming (2.8L V6 Engine)

2001 BMW 325Ci 2D Convertible, AutomaticSECTION ECM Programming (2.8L V6 Engine)
  1. Connect Scan Tool (VAG 1551/1552) to data link connector. Turn ignition on. Press 0 and 1 buttons to select ENGINE ELECTRONICS. Press 1 and 1 buttons to select LOGIN PROCEDURE FUNCTION 11. Press "Q" to confirm input. Press 0, 1, 2, 8 and 3 to input log-in code. Press "Q" to confirm input. Press 0 and 7 buttons to select CODE CONTROL MODULE. Press "Q" to confirm input.
  2. Enter appropriate vehicle code, 00000 for manual transmission equipped vehicles, 00001 for automatic transmission equipped vehicles. Press right arrow button. Press 0 and 6 buttons to select END OUTPUT. Press "Q" to confirm input. Turn ignition off.
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