Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Vehicle & Key Memory
2006 BMW 760iSECTION Vehicle & Key Memory
NOTE:
VKM Values can only be determined by CIP if all VKM relevant control modules are OK (found and no faults). A "Short Test" is important, to verify that all control modules are found before proceeding with coding or programming.
- Press the "CKM" button at the screen with the text "Program SELECTION: Load software, Car & Key Memory (CKM)" as shown above.
- CIP reads out the data and displays a list of the current settings with alternative settings. Additional system setting details can be activated by highlighting the subgroup heading bar.
- Select the desired change by touching the "active" / "not active" selection box (according to Customer Selection ) or factory default settings.
- Press "Encode Car"
to start the coding operation when all of the selections have been made. The save newly set function screen appears, press "Back"
if additional changes are required,
or:
- Press "Save" and a screen is displayed with green check marks (status report) to confirm the VKM selections have been programmed/selected correctly.
- Press "Finish" to return to the selection screen, with the new selections marked accordingly (status of the current VKM settings). It is recommended to "Print" the display.
- Press "End" and "Termin. CIP" to terminate VKM and the "Coding/Programming" start mask is displayed.
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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.