Control Module Identification

2011 BMW 335i 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Control Module Identification
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It is important to know how to properly identify DME control modules prior to programming. The control modules are identified by:

  • BMW Part number.
  • BMW Hardware number.
  • Bosch Hardware number.

These numbers are displayed in the following locations:

  • Control module ID label.
  • Control module ID display using the Diagnostic program.
    Fig 1: Identifying Control Module ID Display And ID Label
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