BMW 3: Adapted control units
It was necessary to adapt the IHKA to enable activation of the electric A/C compressor (EKK) in all operating conditions. The electric A/C compressor control unit communicates with the IHKA via the LIN bus.
To be able to show additional displays for driving readiness, electric driving, brake energy regeneration and state of charge of the high-voltage battery unit which are relevant to the driver, the instrument cluster was adapted. In addition, the Check Control messages were enhanced with hybrid-specific messages.
The software of the Digital Engine Electronics (DME) was adapted due to the torque coordination of the electrical machine/combustion engine.
Rollover detection is required for the hybrid cars on a worldwide scale so that the high-voltage system is deactivated in the event of the car rolling over. Rollover detection is implemented with the help of the sensors integrated in the ACSM control unit (roll rate sensor and vertical acceleration sensor).
The ACSM had to be adapted with regard to the evaluation of these sensor signals. The safety battery terminal at the auxiliary battery is activated by the ACSM if required.
The software of the Dynamic Stability Control DSC was adapted for the regenerative braking. This includes reading the brake pedal angle sensor which is wired directly to the DSC control unit.
The EGS control unit was adapted due to the modified transmission. For instance the electric transmission oil pump is controlled by the EGS control unit.
The receiver audio module RAM also assumes the actuation of the VSG speakers.
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Overview
The driving and drive system modes are activated via the Driving Experience
Control. The separate
eDrive button, as known from the F30 PHEV, which can be used to shift through
the drive system
modes
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BMW Accident Assistance
Concept
BMW Group Accident Assistance can be contacted
if assistance is needed in the event of an
accident.
General information
If the vehicle sensors detect a minor to moderately
severe accident, which did not trigger any
airbags, a Check Control message appears on
the instrument cluster. In additi
Real Time Traffic
Information RTTI
General information
Depending on the equipment, RTTI is transmitted
via services which can be booked in addition
in some countries.
With RTTI, traffic obstructions are localized more
comprehensively and precisely. Traffic conditions on roads other than the
highways, for instance
secondary roads an
