Vehicle - Complete Encoding

2011 BMW 323i AutomaticSECTION Vehicle - Complete Encoding
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"Complete encoding"Β  provides the ability to code/recode all control modules installed in the vehicle.

Fig 1: Selecting Complete Encoding Button
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Recoding all the installed control modules may result in the loss of initialization or system settings such as radio station presets or seat/mirror memory.

Fig 2: Selecting Continue Button
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By selecting "Yes"Β  all installed control modules will be recoded based on the information contained in the Vehicle Order.

Fig 3: Selecting YES Button
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