Vehicle - Initialization

2009 BMW X6 50iSECTION Vehicle - Initialization
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The "Initialization"  function provides access to three different functions:

  • Start system time - Used to synchronize all modules contained on the vehicles byteflight bus.
  • Delete fault memory
  • CAS or EWS calibration
    Fig 1: Selecting Initialization Button
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By selecting "Delete fault memory"  the fault memory of all installed control modules will be cleared.

Fig 2: Selecting Delete Fault Memory Button
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Displays a report pertaining to the clearing of the fault memory on all installed modules.

Fig 3: Display Final Report
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By selecting "EWS adjustm."  or "CAS Calibration" the rolling code tables can be initialized.

Fig 4: Selecting EWS Adjustment Button
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By selecting "Yes"  the calibration/initialization of the rolling code tables in the DME and CAS or EWS modules will be carried out.

Fig 5: Selecting YES Button
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