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Page 1 of 22 Acronym BMW Technical Acronyms 6MT 6-speed Manual Transmission A Ampere A Automatic Transmission Model (H = hydraulic, EH = electronic-hydraulic) A Out (Aus) A Processed Vehicle Speed Signal A Can Be Replaced With TNR On Next Line (from ETK) Austauschbar A/D Analog/Digital AAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicle Administration AAR Automatic Air Recirculation AB Airbag Airbag ABE General Operating Permit Allgemeine Betriebserlaubnis ABL Brake System Warning Lamp (2 color) ABS Anti-lock Braking System ABS Anti Block System Anti-Blockiersystem ABS/ASC Anti-lock Braking System with Automatic Stability Control Abt. Department AC Air Conditioning Air Conditioning ACC Adaptive Cruise Control Adaptive Cruise Control ACC Active Cruise Control ACEA Association of European Automobile Manufacturers ACEA Designer's Organization Association des Constructeurs Européens ACK Acknowledge ACM Accessories, User Interface Accessory Control Menu ACS Active Comfort Seats ACSM Advanced Crash Safety Module ADA Atmospheric Pressure-Dependent Full-Load Stop ADAC German Automobile Club ADAS Advanced Driver Assistance System ADB Automatic Differential Braking Aktive Differential Bremse ADB-X Automatic Differential Brake ADS Active Diagnosis Plug ADS Engine Intake Air Control Adaptive Drosselklappen-Steuerung ADS Adaptive Throttle-Plate Control Adaptive Drosselklappen-Steuerung ADS H Engine Intake Air Control ADV Windshield Wiper Pressure Control ADW Structure Dynamic Value AE Display Unit AE Exchangeable / Deleted (from ETK) Austauschbar/Entfallen AE Replacement/Cancellation code (from ETK) Austauschbar/Entfallen AEGS Automatic Electronic Gearbox Control (also EGS) AEGS Independent Electronic-Hydraulic Transmission Control Autarke Elektronische Getriebesteuerung AF Alternative Frequency AFM Air Flow Meter AFS Active Front Steering AG Automatic Gearbox (Transmission) AG Public Limited Company AGB Fluid Container AGD Intake Muffler AGD Suction Silencer (from ETK) AGM Absorbent Glass Mat Lead-Fleece Battery (absorbent glass fibre fleec AGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Abgasrückführung AGR Exhaust Gas Recycling AGS Adaptive Transmission Control Adaptive Getriebesteuerung Ah Amp Hours AH Trailer AHK Active Rear (Hinten) Axle Kinematics Aktive-Hinterachs-Kinematik AHK Trailer Hitch (from ETK) AHL Adaptive Headlights AHM Electrical Module Anhänger-Modul AHM Trailer Module AHPS Advanced Head Protection System AIC Automatic Interval Control (Rain Sensor) AKF Activated Carbon Filter Aktiv-Kohle-Filter AKF Active Charcoal Filter AKI Anti-Knock Index AKKS Cooling Flap Control Automatische Kühlklappensteuerung AKL Adaptive Headlights Adaptives Kurvenlicht AKS Active Head Restraint AKS Controlled Pressure Windshield Wiper AKS Pressure Regulating Device (from ETK) AKS Pressure Adjusting Device Anpress-Kraft-Steuerung (Wischer) Al Aluminum AL Dipped-Beam Headlights ALC Adaptive Headlights ALDA Absolute Boost Pressure-Dependent Full-Load Stop ALR Automatic Lamp Range Adjustment ALR Automatic Locking Retractors AM Amplitude Modulation AMM Air Mass Meter AMP Radio System Amplifier AMPS Advanced Mobile Phone System ANSI American National Standards Institute ANT Aerial Tuner (Antenna) ANZ Display Automatic Light Control

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Provides a description of common (and not so common) acronyms & abbreviations found in BMW literature. It is also useful for other German makes.

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Acronym BMW Technical Acronyms6MT 6-speed Manual TransmissionA AmpereA Automatic Transmission Model (H = hydraulic, EH = electronic-hydraulic)A Out (Aus)A Processed Vehicle Speed SignalA Can Be Replaced With TNR On Next Line (from ETK) AustauschbarA/D Analog/DigitalAAMVA American Association of Motor Vehicle AdministrationAAR Automatic Air RecirculationAB Airbag AirbagABE General Operating Permit Allgemeine BetriebserlaubnisABL Brake System Warning Lamp (2 color)ABS Anti-lock Braking SystemABS Anti Block System Anti-BlockiersystemABS/ASC Anti-lock Braking System with Automatic Stability ControlAbt. DepartmentAC Air Conditioning Air ConditioningACC Adaptive Cruise Control Adaptive Cruise ControlACC Active Cruise Control ACEA Association of European Automobile ManufacturersACEA Designer's Organization Association des Constructeurs EuropéensACK AcknowledgeACM Accessories, User Interface Accessory Control MenuACS Active Comfort SeatsACSM Advanced Crash Safety ModuleADA Atmospheric Pressure-Dependent Full-Load StopADAC German Automobile ClubADAS Advanced Driver Assistance SystemADB Automatic Differential Braking Aktive Differential BremseADB-X Automatic Differential BrakeADS Active Diagnosis PlugADS Engine Intake Air Control Adaptive Drosselklappen-SteuerungADS Adaptive Throttle-Plate Control Adaptive Drosselklappen-SteuerungADS H Engine Intake Air ControlADV Windshield Wiper Pressure ControlADW Structure Dynamic ValueAE Display UnitAE Exchangeable / Deleted (from ETK) Austauschbar/EntfallenAE Replacement/Cancellation code (from ETK) Austauschbar/EntfallenAEGS Automatic Electronic Gearbox Control (also EGS)AEGS Independent Electronic-Hydraulic Transmission Control Autarke Elektronische GetriebesteuerungAF Alternative FrequencyAFM Air Flow MeterAFS Active Front Steering AG Automatic Gearbox (Transmission)AG Public Limited CompanyAGB Fluid ContainerAGD Intake MufflerAGD Suction Silencer (from ETK)AGM Absorbent Glass Mat Lead-Fleece Battery (absorbent glass fibre fleece)AGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) AbgasrückführungAGR Exhaust Gas RecyclingAGS Adaptive Transmission Control Adaptive GetriebesteuerungAh Amp HoursAH TrailerAHK Active Rear (Hinten) Axle Kinematics Aktive-Hinterachs-KinematikAHK Trailer Hitch (from ETK)AHL Adaptive Headlights AHM Electrical Module Anhänger-ModulAHM Trailer Module AHPS Advanced Head Protection SystemAIC Automatic Interval Control (Rain Sensor)AKF Activated Carbon Filter Aktiv-Kohle-FilterAKF Active Charcoal FilterAKI Anti-Knock IndexAKKS Cooling Flap Control Automatische KühlklappensteuerungAKL Adaptive Headlights Adaptives KurvenlichtAKS Active Head RestraintAKS Controlled Pressure Windshield WiperAKS Pressure Regulating Device (from ETK)AKS Pressure Adjusting Device Anpress-Kraft-Steuerung (Wischer)Al AluminumAL Dipped-Beam HeadlightsALC Adaptive HeadlightsALDA Absolute Boost Pressure-Dependent Full-Load StopALR Automatic Lamp Range AdjustmentALR Automatic Locking Retractors

Automatic Light Control

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsAM Amplitude ModulationAMM Air Mass MeterAMP Radio System AmplifierAMPS Advanced Mobile Phone SystemANSI American National Standards InstituteANT Aerial Tuner (Antenna)ANZ DisplayAP WorkstationAPI American Petroleum InstituteAPI-SE/SF/SG American Petroleum Institute (+ oil grade references - see also CCMC)APM Advanced Power ManagementAPS Alternating ParkARCNET Attached Resource Computing NetworkARD German Working Committee of Public Broadcasting StationsARI Car Radio Information System (from ETK)ARI Traffic Report Autoradio-Info-SystemARRB Automatic Rear Roller BlindARS Active Roll Stabilization (Dynamic Drive & Dynamic Drive 2) Aktive RollstabilisierungAS Active SteeringASA Control Module for Outside Mirror Attachment ASAP After Sales Assistance PortalASAP As Soon As PossibleASC All Season TractionASC Automatic Slip ControlASC Automatic Stability Control Automatische-Stabilitäts-ControlASC/DSC Automatic Stability Control / Dynamic Stability Control ASC+T Automatic Stability Control plus Traction Control ASC plus TraktionshilfeASC-EZA ASC with Engine Timing & Injection InterventionASE Passive Safety SystemASIC Application-Specific Integrated CircuitASK Audio System Controller (Kontroller)ASR Self-Starter Block Relay (from ETK)AST All Season TractionAST Automatic Slip Control (marketing term)ASU Special Exhaust Emission TestAT Antenna (from ETK)AT Interchangeable Part (from ETK)AT Remanufactured Part (RMFD) (from ETK) AustauschteilATF Automatic Transmission Fluid (from ETK)ATL Emissions Turbo LoaderATL Exhaust Gas Turbo Charger (from ETK)AU Vehicle Emissions TestAUC Automatic Recirculating Air Control Automatische Umluft ControlAUC Automatic Air Flow Control Automatische Umluft ControlAUG Automatic Air RecirculationAUS AustraliaAUT Automatic Transmission (from ETK)AVT Antenna Amplifier TunerAW Labor ValueAWE Non-Conformity Waiver AbweichungserlaubnisAWL Airbag Control LightAW-No. Job NumberAZ Tightening TorqueAZD Tightening Torque Specifications (in TIS)B Benzene (Gasoline)B Width BreiteBA Operating InstructionsBAT Battery (from ETK)BC (On)Board Computer BordcomputerBC1 Body Controller 1BED Brake Force DisplayBET Passenger Side DoorBF Passenger SideBFD Brake Force Display Brake Force DisplayBis Expiration date, including last day of previous month (from ETK)bis German for - as, by, till, unless, untilBIT Basis Interface TelephoneBit/s Bits per SecondBi-Xenon Low And High Beam Abblend- und FernlichtBJ YearBKS Brake Cooling Duct BremsenkühlschachtBKV Brake Force Reinforcementbl BlueBL Brake Light (from ETK)BLS Brake Light SwitchBM (On)Board MonitorBMBT Board Monitor

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsBMS-CII Engine Management BMW-Motorsteuerung C-MotorBMW Bavarian Motor Works (Bayerische Motoren Werke)BPS Bmw Premium Selection (Marketing) BMW Premium SelectionBR Bavarian Radiobr BrownBS Block DiagramBSD Bit-Serial Data PortBSD Co2 Action bit-serielle DatenschnittstelleBST Battery Safety TerminalBT Illustration BildtafelBVA Brake Pad Wear Indicator (from ETK) Bremsverschleiss-AnzeigeBVM Container Package Quantity BehälterverpackungsmengeBZM Center Console Control Center BZMF Center Console Control Center, RearBZMF Control Center, Rear Compartment Center Armrest C Range for industrial/commercial diesel enginesC, D Quality Code (related to test specification)C02 Carbon DioxideC2 H2 E4 TetrafluorethaneCA Client AdvisorCA Comfort AccessCAD Computer-Aided DesignCAK Crash Active Head-Restraint Crash Aktive KopfstützeCAM Computer-Aided ManufacturingCAN ByteflightCAN Controller Area Network (Multiple ECU Controller) Datenleitung-BordelektronikCAN Line Controller Area Network LineCAN-Bus Controller Area Network BusCANH-Bus Controller Area Network Bus - HighCANL-Bus Controller Area Network Bus - LowCANP Fuel Tank Ventilation ValveCARB California Air Resources BoardCAS Comfort AccessCB Cell BroadcastCBC Cornering Brake Control Cornering Brake ControlCBS Condition Based ServiceCBT Computer Based TrainingCC Check ControlCC CoulombCC Cruise ControlCCC Car Communications ComputerCCC-A Car Communications Computer ApplicationCCC-ANT Car Communications Computer Aerial TunerCCC-ASK Car Communications Computer Audio System Controller CCC-BO Car Communications Computer User InterfaceCCC-GW Car Communications Computer GatewayCCM Check Control Module CCMC Comite des Constructeurs du Marche Commun (Common Market Automobile Manufacturers’ Committee)CD Compact Disk Compact DiscCD Control Display CDC Compact Disc Changer CD-CC Oil Grade ReferencesCD-GW Control Display Gateway CDN Canadian VersionCD-ROM Compact Disc Read-Only MemoryCDS Compact Disc Player (from ETK)CDV Clutch Delay ValveCE European Community (Communauté Européenne)CE2CI2 DichlordifluormethaneCEL Celsius (from ETK)CFK Carbon Fiber Kohlefaserverstärkter KunststoffCH SwitzerlandCHAMP Multimediaplattform Central Headunit Multimedia PlattformCIC Communication Center Car Infotainment ComputerCID Central Information DisplayCIDC Central Information Display Color CIDCH Central Information Display Color High CIDM Central Information Display Monochrome CIEI Cylinder Individual Fuel InjectionCIM Chassis Integration Module CIM2 Chassis Integration Module 2CIP Coding, Individualization, ProgrammingCKD Completely Knocked DownCKM Car & Key MemoryCl Corporate IdentityClM Computer Integrated Manufacturingcm Centimeter

Car Access System

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsCNG Compressed Natural GasCO Carbon Monoxideco Carbon MonoxideCOMBI Electronic Instrument ClusterCON Controller CPO Certified Pre-OwnedCR Common RailCRC Copper PasteCRC Cyclic Redundancy CheckCS/CSA Coupe Sport/Coupe Sport AutomaticCSi Coupe Sport InjectionCSL Coupe Sport Lightweight (Coupe Sport Leicht)CSM see ACSMcSt Centistokes (unit of kinematic viscosity)CTM Electrical Module Cabrio-Top-ModulCU Control moduleCU Copper (from ETK)CVBS Color Video Blanking SignalCVM Convertible Top Module Cabrio-Verdeck-ModulCVT Coding Variant TableCVT Constantly Variable TransmissionCW Drag Coefficient (from ETK)D Drived Naturally Aspirated Diesel EngineD Diameter DurchmesserD1 Xenon Light / Gas Discharge (from ETK) Xenon-LichtDAB Digital RadioDBC Dynamic Brake ControlDBS Dynamic Brake SupportDBS Dynamic Braking SystemD-Bus Diagnosis Bus (same as TXD)DC Direct Current Direct CurrentDCC Dynamic Cruise ControlDCS Dealer Communication SystemDD Dynamic Motor DriveDDE Digital Diesel Electronics Digitale Diesel ElektronikDDE5 Digital Diesel Electronics 5DDK Rotating Push ButtonDDS Deflation Detection SystemDE Diagnostic UnitDECT Digital Enhanced Cordless TelecommunicationDEL DelimiterDEU Remote Data TransmissionDFBS Protection Against Wrong Fuel DieselfehlbetankungsschutzDFK Plug-In System Doppel-FlachfederkontaktDIN German Industrial Standard Deutsche IndustrienormDIN German Institute for Standards Deutsche IndustrienormDIS Diagnosis & Information SystemDISA Differential Air Intake ControlDIVA Continuously Variable Length Intake RunnersD-Jetronic Pressure-Measuring Fuel Injection SystemDK Throttle Housing/ValveDKB Throttle with Brake InterventionDKE Throttle IncreaseDKG Transmission For M3 DoppelkupplungsgetriebeDKI Throttle PositionDKP Throttle Control (Kontrol) PotentiometerDKR Throttle ReductionDKS Throttle Valve MotorDKT Throttle Position SignalDKV Preset Throttle Position ValueDKV Throttle Control AdjustmentDKV Throttle Control SettingDl Direct InjectionDME Digital Engine (Motor) Electronics Digitale Motor ElektronikDME/DDE Digital Engine Electronics/Digital Diesel Electronics DME2/DDE2 Digital Engine Electronics 2/Digital Diesel Electronics, slave DMS Dealer Management SystemDMS Digital engine controlDMS Document Management SystemDMS Torque reduction interfaceDMTL Diagnostic module for tank leakageDM-TL Diagnostic Module Tank Leakagedohc Double Overhead CamshaftDOHC Double Overhead CamshaftDOT Department of Transportation (USA)Double VANOS Variable Nockenwellen Steuerung (steplessly variable intake and exhaust valve timing)

Digital Audio Broadcasting

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsDPC Drive Torque Distribution Dynamik Performance ControlDPF Diesel Soot Particle Filter Dieselpartikelfilterdpi Dots per inchDR Pressure controlDRAM Dynamic Random Access MemoryDRL Daytime Running LightsDS Gasket set (from ETK) DichtungssatzDSC Dynamic Stability Control Dynamische Stabilitäts ControlDSP Digital Sound Processor Digital Sound ProcessingDSS Dissolved Sugar Syndrome (usually applies to switches in the center console)DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code (SAE)DTC Dynamic Traction Control Dynamische Traktions ControlDTME No. DTME No.DTP Desktop PublishingDVD Digital Versatile DiscDVDC DVD changer DWA Theft deterrent system DiebstahlwarnanlageDWA Anti-theft alarm system DiebstahlwarnanlageDWAH Alarm system alarm hornDWA-LED Alarm system light-emitting diodeDWS Tire pressure Warning SystemDXC Driving Dynamics Control On 4Wd Vehicles Dynamic X ControlDZM Speed displayDZM TachometerDZM Tevolution counter (from ETK)e eta (Greek letter = optimized-efficiency engine)E In (Ein)E Discontinued (No Longer Available) (from ETK) EntfallenE Box Electronics boxE, F, G Quality code (related to test specification)E/A Input/outputEAZ Experience and delivery centerEBA Installation instructions for Accessories EinbauanleitungEBS Belt catch tightenerEBV Electronic brake force distributionEBV Electronic Brake force proportioningEC Electro-Chromic Technol. ElektrochromECD Electronically Controlled DelayECE Economic Commission for EuropeECE European market version (from ETK)ECE Specific Catalog Listing (from ETK) Economic Commission for EuropeECM Engine Control Module (SAE term)ECO Controller for I-Drive systemECO Electronically Controlled OrificeECU Electronic Control UnitED European DeliveryEDC Electronic Damping Control Electronic Damper ControlEDC-K Electronic Dampening ControlEDC-K Continuous Electronic Damper Control EDE Electronic Damper ControlEDK Electronic throttle valveEDR Electronic throttle controlEDS Electronic pressure control valveEDV Electronic Data ProcessingEEPROM Electronically erasable programmable read only memoryEEPROM Electronically Erasable Programmable Read-Only MemoryEFH Electric window lifter (from ETK)EGR Exhaust gas recirculationEGS Electronic Transmission Control (Transmission Control Module} Elektronisch Getriebe SteurungEGS/SMG Electronic Transmission Control/Sequential Manual Transmission EH Electro-Hydraulic (automatic transmission control) Elektro-HydraulischEH Extended Humpeh EH Electronic-hydraulic (automatic transmission control) Elektro-HydraulischEHC Electronic Height ControlEHPS Electro-Hydraulic Power SteeringEHV Anti-theft windowsE-KAT Electrically heated catalytic converterEKM Electronic body ModuleEKM Electronic chassis moduleEKP Electric fuel pumpEKP Regulated fuel pump EKS Crush protectionELA Moisture-Protected Plug Einzelleiter AbdichtungELAB Electronic cutoff solenoidELV Electric Steering Column Lock Elektrische LenksäulenverriegelungEM Electro-MechanicalEMF Electromechanical Parking Brake Elektromechanische Feststellbremse

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsEMK Electromagnetic forceEML Electronic Motor Load regulationEML Electronic Throttle RegulationEML Electronic Engine-Power Regulation Elektronische Motorleistungs RegelungEML Electronic engine output controlEMV Electromagnetic compatibilityEMV Electro-Magnetic sensitivity (from ETK)EN European standardEO Component locationEO Installation locationE-OBD European On-Board DiagnosticsEOF End of FrameEON Enhanced Other NetworkEPC Electronic Parts Catalog (also ETK)EPDW Pressure converterEPROM Memory Chip (Control Unit) (from ETK) Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (from ETK)EPS Electric Power Steering Electronic Power SteeringEQS Electronic transmission controlER UnlockESA Electronic Shock Absorber Adjustment Electronic Suspension AdjustmentESD Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic DischargeESG Single-pane safety glassESL Paint Job EinschichtlackierungESS Electronic anti-theft deviceESV Injection valveET Rim offsetETC Autobahn Fee Registration Electronic Toll CollectionETK Electronic Parts Catalog (also EPC) Elektronischer TeilekatalogETM Electrical Troubleshooting ManualEURO European modelEUV Electronic reversing valveEV Injection ValveEVG Electronic ballastEWB Long Version Extended Wheel BaseEWD Single-winding rotating actuatorEWS Electronic drive-away protection Elektronische WegfahrsperreEWS Electronic Immobilizer Elektronische WegfahrsperreEWS Electronic immobilizer EZA See ASC-EZAF FaradFA Driver sideFA Vehicle Order (see VO)FAKRA Specialized Vehicle Standards Committee Normenausschuss KraftfahrzeugeFASTA Vehicle operating and service data transfer and analysisFAT Driver-side doorFB Function descriptionFB Remote control servicesFBAS Color-video blanking signalFBC Fading Brake ControlFBD Remote control servicesFBI Federal Bureau of InvestigationFBI Flexible bus interface FBS Fading Brake SupportF-BUS Periphery module (E38 ZKE) signal busFBZM Rear Compartment Control Center, Center Console for the SystemFBZV Radio frequency locking systemF-CAN Chassis CANFCD Real-Time Traffic Guidance System Floating Car DataFCKW ChlorofluorocarbonFCKW Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) gases Fluorchlorkohlenwasserstoff -->R12FCL Front Center LeftFCON Rear compartment controller FCR Front Center RightFD Fader (radio front to rear balance)FD Rear compartment display FDC Driving Dynamics Control System Fahrdynamik ControlFDM Flexible diagnostics module FDR Driving dynamics controlFDR Franklin D. Roosevelt - 32nd president of the USAFDRS Fold Down Rear SeatsFDS Field Detection SystemFE Power windowsFEB Radio remote controlFEB Rear compartment remote controlFET Field Effect TransistorFG Function Group FunktionsgruppeFG -> Vehicle Identification Number Ab Fahrgestellnummer

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsFGB Rear compartment blowerFGR Vehicle Speed Control (Cruise Control)FH Window lifterFH Window regulatorFHK Rear passenger-area heating & A/CFIRST. Fully Integrated Road Safety TechnologyFIS Radio interior motion sensorFIZ Research and innovation centerFKA Rear compartment heating/air-conditioning system FKC Chassis Component ControlFKS Radio compact locking systemFL Main beam headlightsFLA Driver Assistance System FernlichtassistentFLC Automatic Light ControlFM Frequency modulationFM fresh-air flap motorFMBT Rear compartment monitorFMGT Rear compartment monitorFPM Driving pedal moduleFRU Flat Rate UnitFS Crash SensorFS Flash plug (MOST direct access)FSC Clearance Cod FreischaltcodeFSS Radio lock systemFTM Flat Tire MonitorFTZ Central telecommunications officeFunk Mirror Radio Sound FunkfernbedienungFZD Roof function centerFZD Body Control Unit Funktionszentrum DachFZV Central lock receiverFZV Remote central lockingg GramsGAL Speed-Sensitive Volume Control Geschw.abh.LautstärkeregelungGAP Generic Access ProfileGAZ Used vehicle centerGB Great BritainGByte GigabyteGe Transmission (from ETK)ge YellowGF Glass fiberGJ Fiscal yearGKE ? Shows up under Programming in the GT1GM Basic module GrundmodulGM General Module (ZKE) GrundmodulGM General MotorsGMPT General Motors PowertrainGMR Yaw moment controlgn GreenGND Earth (ground)GPS Navigation System Global Positioning Systemgr GreyGRAV Reduced-weight aluminum front chassisGRII Cruise controlGRL Boot lightGRS Rotation Rate SensorGRS Yaw rate sensorGS Group StandardGS Seat belt tensioner (tightener)GS Transmission controlGSM Communication Systems Global System for Mobile CommunicationGT1 Group Tester OneGTO Garage Door Opener Gate Turn OffGUI Graphical User InterfaceGW GatewayGW Threshold valueGW WarrantyGWK Torque converter lock-up controlGWSZ Entire trip odometerGWTZ Warranty parts centerH HeightH Henryh Hourh Hydraulic automatic transmission controlH Rear (Hinten)H Speed category for tires up to 210 km/h -130mphH2 Xenon headlightsH2 Xenon lighting system

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsH2 Hydrogen WasserstoffHA Rear Axle (from ETK) HinterachseHAG Rear Axle-Drive HinterachsgetriebeHall-IC Hall Integrated CircuitHB Dealer operations comparisonHC HydrocarbonsHD Heavy Duty (from ETK)HD High pressure, date of productionHD Date of ProductionHD Severe Operating Conditions Heavy DutyHDC Hill Descent-Control Hill-Descent-ControlHDEV High-pressure injector HDEV2 HDEV2 control unit HEM Heated film mass airflow sensorHF High frequencyHFM Hot Film air mass Meter Heissfilm-LuftmassenmesserHFM Mass Air Flow Sensor Heissfilm-LuftmassenmesserHG Manual Gearbox (transmission)HG Main Group HauptgruppeHHS Rear windshield heatinghi Rear leftHIC Head Impact CoefficientHiEi High FidelityHK Boot doorHKA Heating and air condition systemHKL Hydraulic trunk lid LiftHKL Tailgate lift HKM Rear lid moduleHLI Hotline InformationHLM Hot Wire Air Mass MeterHO Trade organizationHP High PowerHP Horse PowerHP Hydraulic PressureHP High Performance (from ETK)hPa HectopascalHPS Head Protection SystemHR Heater control (from ETK)hr Right rearHR Speed category for tires up to 210km/h-i 30mphHSG Intercom Hör-Sprech-GerätHSV High-pressureHTML Hypertext Markup LanguageHU Head UnitHUD Head-up display HUD Housing & Urban DevelomentHUS Hotline support systemHVA Hydraulic Valve AdjusterHVBG Main association of industrial trade unionsHW HardwareHW Heating system heat exchangerHWB Dealer and workshop suppliesHWS Headlight Washer SystemHz Hertz (Cycles)i InjectionI Gear Ratio Übersetzungsverhältnisi. 0. In orderi. A. pp, pro procurationi. V. As an agent ofI-ABS Anti Block System Integral ABSIB Interior lighting control signalIBOC Digital Radio Usa In Band On ChannelIBS Intelligent Battery Sensor Intelligenter BatteriesensorI-Bus Information BusI-BUS Information signal communication BusIC Instrument clusterIC Integrated CircuitICS Indoor Communication System (Marketing) Indoor communication systemID Identifying featureIDC Information Diagnostics and CodingIDES Interactive information and diagnostics systemIFS Inter Frame SpaceIH(K)S Integrated heating and air-conditioning control IHKA Integrated Automatic Heating & Air Cond.System Integrierte Heiz-Klima-AutomatikIHKA Integrated automatic heating & A/C systemIHKAF IHKA with Microfilter Integrierte Heiz-Klima-Automatik + MFIHKR Regulated Heating and A/C

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsIHKR Integrated Heater & Air Conditioning Control Integrierte Heiz-Klima-RegelungIHKRF IHKR with MicrofilterIHKRF Ihka With Microfilter Integrierte Heiz-Klima-Automatik + MFIHKS Standard Heating and A/CIHPD Internal High Pressure DeformationIHR Integrated Heater Control Integrierte Heizungs-RegelungIHRF IHR with Microfilter Integrierte Heizungs-Regelung plus MFIKE Instrument cluster electronicsIKT Information/Communications Technology Informations-/KommunikationstechnologieILH Interior Lighting, rearILV Interior Lighting, frontIMS Instant Mobility System (from ETK) Tire Inflator with SealerIMSI International Mobile Subscriber IdentityIndi. Individual IndividualIR InfraredIR Radio / IR SystemIRIS Integrated Radio Information SystemIRS Infrared Locking SystemIRZV Infrared central locking systemISA Threaded Connection Technology InnensternangriffISC Idle Speed ControlISDN Integrated Services Digital NetworkISIS Intelligent Safety & Information SystemISIS Intelligent Safety Integration SystemISIS Basis For EPC & Service Data Integrated Service Information ServerISN Individual Serial NumberISO International Organization for StandardizationISOFIX Standardized mounts for child restraintsISPA Service Workshop Planning System Integrated Service Processes ApplicationIT Information TechnologyITS Head Airbag Inflatable Tubular StructureIV Information processingIVM Integrated power supply ModuleIWZ Repair repeat countJ JouleJ Model yearJAP Japanese modelJBIT Japan Basis Interface TelephoneJCW John Cooper Works John Cooper WorksJNAV Navigation system, Japan JPT Plug-In Contact System Junior Power TimerK KelvinKA Air Conditioning KlimaanlageKat with catalytic converter (from ETK)KAT Catalytic Converter KatalysatorKATON Converter creating (signal)KBA German Federal Motor Transport AuthorityKBA German Road Traffic AuthorityKBA Federal Office For Motor Vehicles Kraftfahrt-BundesamtKBit KilobitskBit/s Kilobits per secondKBM Body, basic module KBT Control bitK-Bus body bus (Karosserie)K-BUS Karroserie (Body) signal communication busKByte KilobyteK-CAN Body Controller Area NetworkKD Kick-DownKDS Kinematic Diagnostic System (Alignment)Kfz Motor vehiclekg KilogramKHA Connection module for headphonesKHI Headphone (headset) interface KHV Headrest height adjustmentkHz KilohertzK-Jetronic Continuous fuel injection systemKL Terminal designationKL 15 Ignition switch run position “Hot in run and start”KL 30 Battery positive - “Hot at all times”KL 31 Battery/chassis groundKL 50 Ignition switch start positionKL A Ignition switch accessory positionKl. TerminalKL15 Run bus (ignition switch run position)KL30 Battery bus (hot at all times)KL31 Ground bus (chassis ground)KL50 Start bus (ignition start position)

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsKLR Accessory busK-LWL Plastic optical waveguidekm KilometerKM Coolant Kühlmittelkm/h Kilometers per hourkN KilonewtonKNV Headrest tilt adjustmentKO Compressor "on" signalKoGr Construction groupKOMBI Instrument cluster Kompass Mirror Radio Sound Digitale KompassanzeigeKOREL Air-conditioning compressor relay signalkPa KilopascalKR Contact RingKS Knock SensorKSB Cold-start accelerator (pump)KSD Clerical service dataKSE Child seat sensorKSG Crankshaft starter generatorKSK Knock SensorKSK Knock Sensor ControlKSK Customer-Tailored Wiring Harness Kundenspezifischer KabelbaumKSV Cold start lockKT Customer service trainingKVA Fuel consumption indicatorKVA Fuel consumption signal/valueKVA Fuel supply systemKW CrankshaftkW KilowattKW ShortwaveKWG Crankshaft sensorL Lowl LiterL Long wheelbase versionL Length LängeLA Country modelLA National-market versionLAN Local Area NetworkLAZ Limited Storage LagerzeitlBS Intelligent Battery SensorLBV Dynamic Seat Back Width Adjustment LehnenbreitenverstellungLC Liquid CrystalLCD Liquid crystal diodeLCD Liquid Crystal DisplayLCI Redesigned Model (from ETK) Life Cycle ImpulseLCM Lamp Check ModuleLCM Light Check ModuleLCPA Power Amplifier LIN-Controlled Power AmplifierLDA Idling RPM increaseLDE Boost sensorLDM Driving Dynamics Control On 4Wd Vehicles Längsdynamik-ManagementLDP Leak Diagnosis PumpLDR PhotoresistanceLDS Steering wheel turning vibrationLDW Lateral dynamic valueLe Steering (from ETK)LED Light Emitting DiodeLES Steering-angle sensor - also LWSLEV Low Emissions VehicleLEW Lateral acceleration sensorLFB Load-dependent injection startLH Left Side Left HandLHD Left-Hand Drive (from ETK)LHM Bulb check moduleLHV Lumbar support height adjustmentLHZ Steering wheel heaterLIN Networking Of Control Units Local Interconnection NetworkL-Jetronic Air-volume metering fuel injection startLKM Bulb check moduleLKM Lamp control ModuleLKV Seat-back-head adjustmentLkw TruckLL Closed throttle positionLL IdleLL Left hand driveLL Left-hand driveLL reading light

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsLL-CO Idling carbon monoxideLLFS Idling filling controlLLK Charge air coolerLLS Idle regulatorLM Lamp moduleLM Light alloyLM Light MetalLM Light ModuleLM2 Light module 2LMM Air flow meter/sensorLMM Mass air flow sensorLMR Light alloy wheelLNV Seat-back tilt adjustmentLP Printed circuit boardLR Automatic headlight beam heightLRA Vertical headlight aimingLRE Steering wheel electronicsLRR Radar System Long Range RadarLS Lambda probeLSC Light-Weight Construction Leichtbauweise-Stahl-CompactLSE Steering column electronicsLSH Lambda probe heatingLSK Plug-In System Laststrom-KontaktLSM Adjustable steering columnLSM Steering column memoryLSS Steering column switchLSZ Lamp Switching centerLSZ Light switch cluster Ltg. LineLTV Lumbar support depth adjustmentLV Reservoir supply valveLVA Air supply system (for EHC system)LVDS Fast Data Transfer Low Voltage Differential SignalLVM Warehouse Package Quantity LagerverpackungsmengeLW Long waveLW Optical waveguideLWL Optical Fiber Cable LichtwellenleiterLWR (Headlight) beam illumination range controlLWR Vertical headlight aim control LeuchtweitenregulierungLWR Headlight range adjustment LWRT Low Weight Reinforced ThermoplasticsLWS Latent heat reservoirLWS Steering-angle sensor – see LESLWS-EEPROM Steering wheel angle sensor EEPROMM Earth, motorm MeterM Manual Transmission Manuelles Getriebem2 Square metermA MilliampereMAG Metal Active GasMAK Plug-In System Modular Automobil KontaktMAL Center armrestMAM Minimum Purchasing Quantity MindestabnahmemengeMAP Manifold Absolute PressureM-ASK Multimedia Audio System Controller Multimedia Audio System KontrollerM-ASK-ANT M-ASK aerial tuner M-ASK-BO M-ASK user interface E60, E61, E63, E64M-ASK-GW M-ASK gateway M-ASK-H M-ASK main board M-ASK-NAV M-ASK navigation system M-ASK-S M-ASK voice recognition system MAX Maximummax. MaximumMBC Maximum Brake ControlMBit MegabitMBit/s Megabits per secondMBS Maximal Brake SupportM-Bus IHKA/IHKR stepper motor busMBV Flow control valveMByte MegabyteMC MicrocontrollerMC Music CassetteMCON Plug-In System MulticontaktMD MinidiskMD-Ind Indexed engine torqueMDK Motorized throttle valve/systemMDK Plug-In Contact System Miniatur Doppelflachfeder Kontakt

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsME Mechanic unitME Multi-function seat, microfilmMe Quantity (from ETK)MF Microfilter MikrofilterMFC Multi-Function ControllerMFK Multi-function cableMFL Multi-Functional Steering Wheel MultifunktionslenkradMFS Multi-Function Steering WheelMFU Multi-Function ClockMFV Multi-frequency selection processmi MileMID Information Display Multi Information DisplayMIG Metal Inert GasMIL Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SAE), "check engine" LampMIN MinimumMIN-TH Minimum brake disk thicknessMIPS Million Instructions per SecondMIR Multi-Information RadiomIs/h Miles per hourMk DesignMK Midsizeml MilliliterMLK Terminal Plug System Mini Lamellen Kontaktmm Millimetermm Minutemm. MinimalMMC Multi-Media ChangerMod. ModelMoDiC Mobile Diagnostic ComputerMOSFET Metal-Oxide Semiconductor Field-Effect TransistorMOST Bus System Media Oriented System TransportMOST-Bus Media Oriented System Transport busMOZ Engine octane ratingMOZ or MM Motor method (octane number)MPEG Motion Picture Experts Groupmpg Miles per Gallonmph Miles per HourMPM Micro-power module MPQ Plug-In System Micro-Power-QuadlockMQS Plug-In System Micro-Quadlock-SystemMRS Multiple Restraint SystemMRS3 Multiple Restraint System 3MSA Co2 Action Motor-Start/Stop-AutomatikMSH Engine drag torque regulationMSISDN Mobile Subscriber Integrated Services Digital NetworkMSR Deceleration slip controlMSR Engine displacement moment controlMSR Engine drag torque RegulationMSV Quantity control valveMTK Engine part cooling crossflow conceptMÜ Redesigned Model ModellüberarbeitungMV Magnetic Valve (solenoid valve)MVR Solenoid valveMW Medium waveN NeutralN Newtonn-ab Rotational speed, transmission (rpm)NAV Navigation system NAVI Navigation moduleND Low pressureNE Low frequencyNG New Generation (as in N73 engine)NG Tilt sensorNHTSA National Highway Traffic Safety Admin. (USA)NiMH Nickel-Metal hydrideNL BranchNm Newton meterNMA Null set adaptationn-mot Rotational speed, engine (rpm)No. NumberNOX Nitrogen Oxides/ exhaust gas recirculation (from ETK)NOx Nitrous oxideNOX Oxides of nitrogen StickoxidNSD Rear Muffler (from ETK) NachschalldämpferNSL Rear fog lightNSW Fog light (front)NTC Negative Temperature Coefficient (resistor)

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsNVC Night Vision Camera Night Vision CameraNW Camshaft (from ETK)o.A. Or the likeO2 OxygenOBC On-Board ComputerOBD On-Board Diagnosis (SAE)OBD II EPA standardized diagnosisOBD2 On-Board Diagnosis 2OBDII On-Board Diagnosis 2OCN On-Chip NavigationOCR Optical Character RecognitionOCS Outdoor Communication System (Marketing) Outdoor communication systemOEM Original Equipment ManufacturerOGW Diagnostic Connection Onboard-Diagnostic-Gatewayohc Overhead CamshaftOHC Overhead camshaftOPPS Optical testing and programming systemOPS Optical programming systemor OrangeORVR On-board Refueling Vapor RecoveryOT Top dead centerOWWT Oil-water heat exchangerOZ Octane ratingOZ We're off to see the wizard…OZS Oil level sensorP ParkP/N Park/Neutral positionP01 Point of InterestP1 Program IdentificationPa PascalPA PolyamidePAV/PAX Tire Support Ring Pneu Acrosach VerticalPB Pin assignmentsPBS Parts Bulletin System (in TIS)P-Bus Periphery busPCD Performance Center DeliveryPCM Pulse Code ModulationPD Rallye Organization Paris-DakarPDA Personal Digital AssistantPDC Personal Digital CommunicationPDC Park Distance Control PDI Pre-Delivery InspectionPE PolyethylenePG PlastigagePGS Driver Detection Passive Go SteuergerätPI Product Information ProduktinformationPIN Personal Identification NumberPkw Passenger carPLATO Planning Tool For Accessories PlanungstoolPLCD Sensor, Idle Recognition PermanentmagnetLinearContactlessDisplacePM Power module PMMA Polymethyl methacrylatePos. ItemPower-LED Power LEDPowertrain-CAN Powertrain Controller Area NetworkPP Impact cushionPP Impact PadPP PolypropylenePP/EPDM Polypropylene modified with rubber componentsPS Horsepowerpsi Pounds per square inchPT Power TrainPTC Positive Temperature Coefficient (resistor)PT-CAN Power Train Control Area NetworkPT-Schr. Self-Threading Screw For Plastics MarkennamePTT Voice Control push to talkPU Polyurethane, Production interruptionPUK Personal Unblocking KeyPuMA Product & Measures Management in After salesPVC Polyvinyl chloridePWG Pedal value transmitterPWG Throttle pedal position sensor (EML only)PWM Pulse Code ModulationQ Speed category for winter tires, up to 160 km/h-99mphQM Quality ManagementR Part with mandatory return (from ETK)R Resistance, Reverse, fuel reserves

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsR Right Hand Drive (from ETK) RechtslenkerR12 CFC Based Refrigerant FCKW-haltiges KältemittelR134A CFC Free Refrigerant FCKW-freies KältemittelRA Repair instructions (in TIS)RAD Radio RAL Aluminum wheels (from ETK)RAL Standard color (from ETK)RAL Colour Standard Reichsauschuss für LieferbedingungenRAM Random Access MemoryRAS Remote Access ServiceRCL Rear Center LeftRCR Rear Center RightRDA Redundant data storageRDC Tire Pressure Control Reifen-Druck-ControlRDDWA Tire pressure/alarm system control interfaceRDF Wheel speed sensorRDS Radio Data SystemRDS Radio Data-broadcast SystemRDW Tire pressure WarningRDW Wheel dynamic valueRDW Tire blowout warningRDZ Recycling and disassembly centerRFT Tires With Run-Flat System Run Flat TechnologieRGB Red-Green-BlueRH Right Side Right HandRHD Right-Hand Drive (from ETK)RHT Hardtop, Retractable Retractable HardtopRKLE Priority Vehicle Light RundumkennleuchteRL Right-hand driveRL Running LossesRLS Rain-Light Sensor Regen-/LichtsensorRM Relay Module (ZKE)RM Research method (octane number)RME Rapeseed oil Methyl EsterRNABE Radio navigation display and control unitRNC Road Network CoverageROM Read only memoryROZ Research Octane rating/ fuel grade (from ETK) Research-OktanzahlROZ or RM Research method (octane number)RPA Runflat Indicator Reifen-Pannen-AnzeigeRPS Rollover Protection SystemRS Compilation signalrs PinkRS Reverse gear signalRS Repair Kit (from ETK) ReparatursatzRSC Tires With Run-Flat System Runflat System ComponentRSI Rear Seat Entertainment Rear Seat InfotainmentRSK Reset contactRSV Vacuum limiting valveRSW Back-up lamp (from ETK)rt RedRWS Right-angle setRxD Receiving dataRXD Ringing diagnosis lineRXD Wake-up Diagnosis lineRZV Direct stationary ignitionRZV Individual Ignition Coils Ruhende ZündspannungsverteilungS Range for spark-ignition enginesS SecondS Speed category for tires up to 180 km/h-i 12mphSA Option (special equipment)SA Sales AdvisorSA Service AdvisorSA Special Option SonderausstattungSAC Self-setting couplingSAE Society for Automotive Engineers (USA)SAM Service Acceptance ModuleSAS Supplemental restraint system (airbag)SASL A-pillar satellite, left SASR A-pillar satellite, right SAV Sports Activity VehicleSAW Shielded Access To Wireless Lan Shielded access to Wireless LANSB Fuse assignmentsSBA Service requirement indicatorSBBF Front passenger seat occupancy SBE Seat occupancy detector/sensorSBFH Seat module, passenger-side rear

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Acronym BMW Technical AcronymsSBK Safety battery terminal (Disconnects battery cable when air bag is activated) SicherheitsbatterieklemmeSBK Battery clamp SicherheitsbatterieklemmeSBSL B-pillar satellite, left SBSR B-pillar satellite, right SBT SI techniques/ tech reference information (in TIS)SCA Soft Close Automatic/Actuator Soft-Close-AutomatikSCSI Small Computer System InterfaceSD Integrated fluid shock absorberSD Silencer/ muffler (from ETK)SD Sliding roof (from ETK)SDARS Satellite Receiver Satellite Digital Audio Radio ServiceSDB Safety Data Sheet SicherheitsdatenblattSDR Short Distance RadarSDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access MemorySE Series useSE Special Equipment (from ETK)SEC Secondary control unit SEC2 Secondary control unit 2 SEFI Sequential Electronic Fuel InjectionSES Voice recognition SystemSES Language input systemSFAH Seat module, driver's side rearSFZ Vehicle center satellite SG Control unitSG Manual transmissionSG Control Unit SteuergerätSGBD Control unit description fileSG-FD Rear compartment display control unit

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A AustriaAUS AustraliaB BelgiumCAL CaliforniaCH SwitzerlandCND CanadaD GermanyDK DenmarkE SpainEG EuropeanET EgyptF FranceSF FinlandGB Graet BritainGOLF Golf StatesGR GreeceH HungaryI ItalyIL IsraelIR IranIS IcelandJ JapanN NorwayNL NetherlandNZ New ZealandP PortugalPL PolandS SwedenSAR Saudi ArabiaSKAN ScandinaviaT ThailandTP Tropical CountriesTR TurkeyURU UruguayUSA Unites StatesYU JugoslaviaZA South Africa

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ABE GENERALE OPERATING PERMISSIONABS ANTIBLOCK SYSTEMAC AIR CONDITIONERAEGS AUTARK ELEKTRONIC GEARBOX CONTROLAGD SUCTION SILENCERAGR EMISSION REDUCTIONAGS ADAPTIVE GEARBOX CONTROLAHK ACTIVE REAR AXLE KINEMATICSAHK TRAILER HITCH (REMOVABLE BALL)AKF ACTIVATED CARBON CONTAINERAKS PRESSURE ADJUSTING DEVICEARI CAR RADIO INFORMATION SYSTEMASC AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROLASC+T ACS + ANTI SLIPPAGE REGULATIONASR SELF STARTER BLOCK RELAYAT ANTENNA OR REMANUFACTURED PARTATF SPECIFICATION OIL FOR AUT.TRANSM.ATL EXHAUST GAS TURBO CHARGERAUC AUTOMATIC AIR FLOW CONTROLAUT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONBAT BATTERY (INCREASED POWER SUPPLY)BC ON BORD COMPUTERBL STOPLAMPCAN CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (BUS)CD COMPACT DISKCD-ROM CD READ ONLY MEMORYCDS CD-PLAYERCEL CELSIUSCO CARBON MONOXIDECU COPPERCW DRAG COEFFICIENTD1 XENON LIGHT/GAS DISCHARGEDDE DIGITAL DIESEL ELECTRONICSDIN GERMAN STANDARDDOHC DOUBLE OVERHAED CAMSHAFTDOT TRANSPORT MARKING USDS GASKET SETDSC DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROLDWA THEFT ALARMDZM REVOLUTION COUNTEREDC ELECTRONIC SHOCK ABSORBER CONTROLEFH ELECTRICAL WINDOW LIFTEREH ELECTRONIC GEARBOX CONTROLEKP ELECTRICAL FUEL PUMPEML ELECTRONIC ENGINE PERFORMANCE CONTROLEMV ELECTRO-MAGNETIC SENSITIVITYEPROM CHIP MEMORYESS ELECTRONIC ANTI-THEFT DEVICEFHK REAR HEATER-AIR CONDITIONINGGAL SPEED VARIABLE VOLUME REGULATIONGG GREY IRONGM BASIC MODULHC HYDROCARBON

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HD HEAVY DUTYHR HEATER CONTROLHVA HYDR.VALVE PLAY COMPENSATIONIHKA INTEGRATED AUTOMATIC HAETER-AIR CONDITIONINGIHKAF IHKA WITH MICROFILTERIHKR INTEGRATED HEATER-AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLIHKRF IHKR WITH MICROFILTERIHR INTEGRATED HEATER CONTROLIHRF IHR WITH MICROFILTERKAT CATALYSTKBA FEDERAL OFFICE FOR MOTOR VEHICLESKSK CUSTOMER-TAILORED WIRING HARNESSKW KILOWATTLHD LEFT-HAND-DRIVELMM AIR FLOW SENSORLMR LIGHT ALLOY WHEELLWR HEADLIGHT AIM CONTROLNOX NITROGEN OXIDE/EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATIONNSD REAR MUFFLERNSL REAR FOG LAMPNSW FOG LAMPNW CAMSHAFTPDC PARK DISTANCE CONTROLPWG POTENTIOMETERR12 COOLING AGENT WITH FCLCH CONTENTR134A COOLING AGENT WITHOUT FCLCH CONTENTRAL WHEELS ALUMINIUM/COLOUR STANDARDRHD RIGHT HAND DRIVERKLE PRIORITY VEHICLE LIGHTROZ RESEARCH OCTANE NUMBER, FUEL GRADERS REPAIR KITRSW REVERSING LAMPSCA SOFT CLOSE AUTOMATICSD SLIDING ROOF/MUFFLERSG CONTROL UNITSGS SEAT-INTEGRATED SAFETY BELT SYSTEMSHD SLIDING/LIFTING ROOFSI SERVICE INTERVAL DISPLAY/FUSESIL SILICONSKD STEEL SLIDING ROOFSKHD STEEL SLIDING/LIFTING ROOFSSD STEEL SLIDING ROOFSWR HEADLAMP CLEANING DEVICETHZ TANDEM MASTER CYLINDERTP TANDEM PUMPTR TRANSISTORTRG FUEL LEVEL SENSORTSD TORSIONAL VIBRATION DAMPERTSZI TRANSISTOR COIL IGNITIONUERSS ROLLOVER BARVA FRONT AXLEVAT FRONT AXLE SUPPORTVEP DISTRIBUTOR INJECTION PUMPVF TRAFFIC REPORT

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VSD FRONT MUFFLERWBG HAZARD WARNING CONTROLWK CONVERTER LOCKUP CLUTCHWSS WINDSHIELDZAS IGNITION STARTER SWITCHZK CYLINDER HEADZKD CYLINDER HEAD GASKETZKE CENTRAL BODY ELECTRONICSZKGH CYLINDER BLOCK AND CRANKCASEZKH CYLINDER HEAD COVER (VALVE COVER)ZMS TWO-MASS FLYWHEELZS CENTRAL LOCKZSD INTERMEDIATE MUFFLERZV CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM

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Model Codes Body Styles Typical Models114 2-door sedan 1502, 1602, 2002, 2002tii115 4-door sedan 1500116 4-door sedan 1600118 4-door sedan 1800, 1800ti120 4-door sedan 2000, 2000ti121 Coupe 2000C, 2000CSE03 4-door large sedan 3.OSi, BavariaE09 Coupe (successor to 121) 2800CS - 3.0 CSiE12 5 Series to model year ‘81 530i, 528iE21 3 Series to model year 83 (successor to E10) 320iE23 7 Series to model year ‘87 733i, 735i, L7E24 6 Series to model year ‘89 (successor to E9) 633CSi, 635CSi, L6, M6E28 5 Series from model year ‘82 on (successor to E12) 528e, 524td, 535iS, M5E30 3 Series from model year ‘84 on (successor to E21) 318i, 325e, 325iSE30/16 3 Series with all-wheel drive 325iXE31 8 Series from model year ‘91 on (successor to E24) 850iE32 7 Series from model year ‘88 on (successor to E23) 735iE32E32/2 7 Series, long wheelbase (L) version 735iL, 750iLE34 5 Series from model year ‘89 on (successor to E28) 525i, 535i, M5E34E36E38

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Engine Number Engines UsedM10 4-cylinder engine - 1.8/2.01M20 6-cylinder engine - 2.5/2.7 IM21 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine - 2.4 I 524tdM30 6-cylinder engine - 2.5/2.8/3.0/3.2 incl. turbo/3.4 IM41 4-cylinder engine -1.61 (carburetor)M42 New 4-cylinder, 16-valve engine - 1.8 IM42 4-cylinder engine -1.81 (carburetor)M50 6-cylinder, 24-valve engine - 2.5 lM60 8 cyl engine - 3.0/4.0 literM68 6-cylinder engine - 2.5 - 2.8 I (carburetor)M69 6-cylinder engine - 3.2 I (fuel injection)M70 12-cylinder, 5.0-litre engineM73 12 cyl engineM86 6-cylinder engine - 2.8 I (L-Jetronic fuel injection)M88 6-cylinder engine - 3.5 I, 24 valvesM88/3 6-cylinder engine - 3.5 I, 24 valvesM92 4-cylinder engine - 1.8 I (K-Jetronic fuel injection)S14 4-cyl Motorsport engine -2.31, 16 valvesS38 6-cyl Motorsport engine - 3.5/3.6 I, 24 valves (with large bucket tappet diameter)S50 US 6 cyl Motorsport engineS70 12 cyl Motorsport engine

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Typical Models1800, 2002, 320i, 318i (E30)325, 325e, 325is, 528e

2500, 2800CS; 533, 535i; 630, 633, 635CSi; 733, 735i1600318is, 1991 model yr.1800525i (E34)

2800, Bavaria, 2800CS633CSi, 733i750iL; 850i- 5.4 liter528iM1M635CSi, Euro.320i (E21)M3M5 (E28), M6, MS (E34)- 3.0 liter- 5.6 liter