Manual Input of ZCS Data

From Progman establish a connection to the interface connected to the vehicle and access CIP.

To perform the procedure from CIP the Model series must be selected (3 series, 7 series ...). 

Then select the body (E32, E36 ...). 

Select "Codierung ZCS/FA". 

Then advance screen to the right two times to enter the vehicle series selection screen.

The version ID page is displayed.

Make sure it is the most up-to-date version of the software for the encoding procedure.

Press the right arrow.

Select vehicle series (i.e "E36 Series"). 

Select "Recoding". 

Then advance screen to the right.

Displays control modules that are ZCS codable.

Example: 

Select "KOMBI". 

Select "Yes"  to recode KOMBI.

Follow the instructions given on screen.

Chassis number of vehicle is displayed.

Select "Yes"  to accept VIN.

Select "No"  if VIN needs to be changed.

When installing a new module the last 7 digits of the VIN will need to be entered.

Follow the instructions given on screen.

Chassis number of vehicle is displayed, enter VIN using touch screen pad or the keyboard on an SSS.

Select "Yes"  to accept VIN.

Select "No"  if VIN needs to be changed/corrected.

When installing a new module the last 7 digits of the VIN will need to be entered.

Current ZCS code is displayed

Select "YES"  to accept current code

Select "No"  to change the ZCS data

When installing a new module the ZCS code of the vehicle will need to be entered. The information can be obtained from:

• ZCS print out of old module before removal
• ZCS label located in vehicle
  Fig 12: Selecting Yes Button

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

If the ZCS code must be changed follow the instruction given on screen and enter the required information exactly as indicated on the ZCS label or printout of ZCS code before removal of module.

Confirm or enter new GM information.

Confirm or enter new SA information.

Confirm or enter new VN information.

Confirm or correct ZCS information.

Select "Yes"  to begin the coding process for the installed/selected module.

Upon completion of the coding process print out a copy of the ZCS information displayed and attach it to the repair order to be maintained with vehicle file.

Switch ignition off for 10 seconds, then check for proper system operation.