(Initialize component protection)

2021 BMW Z4 sDrive M40iSECTION (Initialize component protection)
NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
After replacement of the BDC or the head unit or  after installation of a used  head unit, the component protection must be re-initialized.
  • During replacement  of BDC or the head unit, re-initialize the component protection with the diagnostic system as follows:
    • The BDC or the head unit under: Mark "Vehicle management/control unit exchange/after the exchange" as exchanged.
    • Determine the action plan and execute.
    • You must follow the instructions!
  • When installing a used head unit,  re-initialize as follows:
    • contact Technical Support
    • Then, re-initialize the component protection in workshop system via immediate measure  "Initialization of component protection of head unit (HU)" in the "Additional software" tab.
    • You must follow the instructions!
RENDER: 1.0x

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