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Distance Systems, Cruise Control - Repair: Adjustments BMW X6 E71

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66 31 001 Adjust ACC sensor

Special tools required

36 1 100

Special tool required

Active Cruise Control ACC adjusting device, complete.

Consisting of

  1. Mirror, complete
  2. Wheel laser
  3. Slotted diaphragm
  4. Control holder (for initial installation of rail)
  5. Rail
  6. Setup and Operating Instructions (not shown)

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Scheme 27

Note. A mounting which is not included in the delivery specification is required to support the wheel laser. Use either the quick-action clamp from the existing KDS or ACC wheel holder (36 1 100).

Note. Follow notes for ACC adjusting device.

Note. To set the ACC sensor, connect the BMW diagnosis system and fit the ACC adjusting device. Select ACC calibration in diagnosis. Service function Chassis and suspension ACC cruise control Start-up of ACC sensor

Handle ACC adjusting device in accordance with mounting and Owner's Handbook provided with device.

Note. Further information on the ACC adjusting device can be found in the BMW Workshop Equipment and Planning Documentation.

If a correction angle is specified via the diagnosis, the following operations can be performed to obtain a maximum angle correction of ± 1°.

Loosen, but to not remove, screws (1 and 2) at the marked locations. Installation note: Tighten screws (2) followed by screws (1). Tightening torque 66 31 2AZ .

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Scheme 28

Output of a negative correction angle: Turn holder ACC (1) clockwise (arrow 2) all the way. Output of a positive correction angle: Turn holder ACC (1) anticlockwise (arrow 3) all the way.

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Scheme 29

The following step must be taken if there is an "Incorrectly adjusted sensor" fault entry or there is a suspicion of frontal damage.

IMPORTANTThe vehicle must be parked on a flat, horizontal surface!

Note. For purposes of clarity, graphic shows holder (1) removed.

Hold square (2) against holder (1) as shown. Limit stop leg length: approx. 105 mm Check vertical orientation in direction of travel with bubble level (3). Replace holder if necessary.

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Scheme 30

66 53... Instructions for adapting adjustment unit for reversing camera (CORGHI KDS quick-action clamp)

The following operations should only be carried out when using the tool kit for calibrating the reversing camera for the first time.

Note. The operation is described for the left-hand side; proceed in the same way for the right-hand side.

Remove support plate (1) from spindle (2).

Replace spindle (2) by spindle (3).

Press support plate (1) on to spindle (3).

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Scheme 31: 66 53... Instructions for adapting adjustment unit for reversing camera (CORGHI KDS quick-action cla

Release retaining clip (1).

Remove ball pin (2) from rod (3).

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Scheme 32

Fit new ball pin (1) on rod (2) and secure with retaining clip (3).

Fit ball pin (1) on CORGHI KDS quick-release clamp and secure.

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Scheme 33

Remove all spacers (1) on cross bar (2).

Note. Follow the same procedure for calibrating the reversing camera.

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Scheme 34

66 53 010 Calibrating reversing camera (from 10/2009)

Note. Calibration of reversing camera must be carried out after the following work: Removal and installation/replacement of reversing camera Body repair work at rear end of vehicle Adjustment of rear lid

IMPORTANTFollow instructions and specifications in test module. To obtain an optimum result, always adhere to the following conditions: Vehicle standing level on headlight aiming station Correct tire inflation pressure (see instruction plate on car). Vehicle is free of load Rear seat bench is unoccupied Do not swap seats during calibration Steering wheel in straight-ahead position Do not move steering wheel

Note. Also switch on reversing camera by means of PDC button.

Calibration can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system. Use of a special tool is no longer required from 10/2009!

Service functions: Complete vehicle, Driver assistance, Reversing camera.

66 53 010 Calibrating reversing camera (up to 10/2009)

WARNINGRisk of injury! Laser radiation at adjustment unit. Do not look into the beam! Laser class 2 As per EN 60825-1: 1994 P > or = 1 mW Lambda = 632.8 nm

Note. Calibration of reversing camera must be carried out after the following work: Removal and installation/replacement of reversing camera Body repair work at rear end of vehicle Adjustment of rear lid

IMPORTANTFollow instructions and specifications in test module. To obtain an optimum result, always adhere to the following conditions: Vehicle standing level on headlight aiming station Correct tire inflation pressure (see instruction plate on car). Vehicle is free of load Rear seat bench is unoccupied Do not swap seats during calibration Steering wheel in straight-ahead position Do not move steering wheel

Note. Once the laser has been aligned to the camera lens, it is necessary to calibrate the reversing camera via the DIS Tester. Also switch on reversing camera by means of PDC button. Calibration can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system. Service functions

  1. Complete vehicle
  2. Body
  3. Camera systems

Observe information on use of CORGHI KDS quick-action clamp, see 66 53... Instructions for adapting adjustment unit for reversing camera (CORGHI KDS quick-action clamp).

Secure KDS quick-action clamp on rear wheels on both sides.

Insert ball pivot (1) in guide (2) up to stop and secure with screw (3).

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Scheme 36

The plug position (A) of he bolt (1) on the rail (2) and dimension (B) of the cross-rod (3) must be adjusted on both sides depending on the vehicle type.

Position target (1) on transverse rod with scale and align to zero point on scale (2).

Secure target (1) using knurled screws (3).

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Scheme 37

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Scheme 38

Switch on laser pointer (2) with knurled screw (1).

Align laser pointer first to zero point on scale (3), then upwards to center of BMW badge (4).

In the event of a laser deviation from the BMW badge center, this must be compensated for by shifting the complete linkage in the corresponding direction.

After realigning the target, check the position of the laser again and correct if necessary.

Align contact surface (1) on both sides to tire side wall.

Tighten linkage simultaneously on both sides with adjusting screw (2).

Note. After securing linkage, check position of laser pointer again on vehicle's BMW badge. If necessary, correct by means of adjusting screws.

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Scheme 39

Slacken knurled screws (2).

Adjust scale value (1) as specified.

Tighten down knurled screws (2).

Version with ride-height control

  1. Pull corresponding fuse in luggage compartment distribution box.

Start calibration of reversing camera by way of BMW diagnosis system.

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Scheme 40

66 53 010 Calibrating reversing camera

WARNINGRisk of injury! Laser radiation at adjustment unit. Do not look into the beam! Laser class 2 As per EN 60825-1: 1994 P > or = 1 mW Lambda = 632.8 nm

Note. Calibration of reversing camera must be carried out after the following work: Removal and installation/replacement of reversing camera Body repair work at rear end of vehicle Adjustment of rear lid

IMPORTANTFollow instructions and specifications in test module. To obtain an optimum result, always adhere to the following conditions: Vehicle standing level on headlight aiming station Correct tire inflation pressure (see instruction plate on car). Vehicle is free of load Rear seat bench is unoccupied Do not swap seats during calibration Steering wheel in straight-ahead position Do not move steering wheel

Note. Once the laser has been aligned to the camera lens, it is necessary to calibrate the reversing camera via the DIS Tester. Also switch on reversing camera by means of PDC button. Calibration can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.

Service functions

  1. Complete vehicle
  2. Body
  3. Camera systems

Observe information on use of CORGHI KDS quick-action clamp, see 66 53... Instructions for adapting adjustment unit for reversing camera (CORGHI KDS quick-action clamp).

Secure KDS quick-action clamp on rear wheels on both sides.

Insert ball pivot (1) in guide (2) up to stop and secure with screw (3).

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Scheme 41

Dimension (A) of longitudinal rod (1) and dimension (B) of transverse rod (2) must be adapted to the type of vehicle on both sides, see 66 53 REVERSING CAMERA (RFK) E70 or 66 53 REVERSING CAMERA (RFK) E71 .

Position target (1) on transverse rod with scale and align to zero point on scale (2).

Secure target (1) using knurled screws (3).

Switch on laser pointer (2) with knurled screw (1).

Align laser pointer first to zero point on scale (3), then upwards to center of BMW badge (4).

In the event of a laser deviation from the BMW badge center, this must be compensated for by shifting the complete linkage in the corresponding direction.

After realigning the target, check the position of the laser again and correct if necessary.

Align contact surface (1) on both sides to tire side wall.

Tighten linkage simultaneously on both sides with adjusting screw (2).

Note. After securing linkage, check position of laser pointer again on vehicle's BMW badge. If necessary, correct by means of adjusting screws.

Slacken knurled screws (2).

Adjust scale value (1) as specified.

Tighten down knurled screws (2).

Version with ride-height control

  1. Pull fuse F107 in luggage compartment distribution box.

Start calibration of reversing camera by way of BMW diagnosis system.