2011 BMW Alpina B7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Servotronic Components

The proportional valve for electronic volumetric flow control (EVV valve) and the Servotronic valve are directly controlled by the ICM regardless of whether the Servotronic or Integrated Active Steering is fitted.

Fig 1: Identifying Servotronic Components
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SERVOTRONIC COMPONENTS REFERENCE CHART

Index Explanation
1 Hydraulic pump
2 Electronic volumetric flow control valve (EVV valve)
3 Servotronic valve
4 Hydraulic power steering control valve body
Fig 2: Input/Output Signal Diagram - Control Of Steering By ICM
G06925005Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
INDEX REFERENCE CHART

Index Explanation
1 Steering column switch cluster (SZL)
2 Wheel speed sensor
3 Dynamic stability control (DSC)
4 Electronic volumetric flow control (EVV) valve
5 Servotronic valve
6 Integrated Chassis Management (ICM)
7 "Steering control" function
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