BMW F90 LCI User manual

Technical Training
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F90 LCI
COMPLETE VEHICLE
Reference Manual

Technical�training.
Product�information.
BMW�Service
F90�LCI�Complete�Vehicle.

General�information
Symbols�used
The�following�symbol�is�used�in�this�document�to�facilitate�better�comprehension�or�to�draw�attention
to�very�important�information:
Contains�important�safety�information�and�information�that�needs�to�be�observed�strictly�in�order�to
guarantee�the�smooth�operation�of�the�system.
Originally�Published:�May�2020
BMW�Group�vehicles�meet�the�requirements�of�the�highest�safety�and�quality�standards.�Changes
in�requirements�for�environmental�protection,�customer�benefits�and�design�render�necessary
continuous�development�of�systems�and�components.�Consequently,�there�may�be�discrepancies
between�the�contents�of�this�document�and�the�vehicles�available�in�the�training�course.
The�information�contained�in�the�training�course�materials�is�solely�intended�for�participants�in�this
training�course�conducted�by�BMW�Group�Technical�Training�Centers,�or�BMW�Group�Contract
Training�Facilities.
This�training�manual�or�any�attached�publication�is�not�intended�to�be�a�complete�and�all�inclusive
source�for�repair�and�maintenance�data.�It�is�only�part�of�a�training�information�system�designed�to
assure�that�uniform�procedures�and�information�are�presented�to�all�participants.
For�changes/additions�to�the�technical�data,�repair�procedures,�please�refer�to�the�current�information
issued�by�BMW�of�North�America,�LLC,�Technical�Service�Department.
This�information�is�available�by�accessing�TIS�at�www.bmwcenternet.com.
Additional�sources�of�information
Further�information�on�the�individual�topics�can�be�found�in�the�following:
• Owner's�Manual
• Integrated�Service�Technical�Application
• Aftersales�Information�Research�(AIR)
The�information�contained�in�this�manual�is�not�to�be�resold,�bartered,�copied,�or�transferred
without�the�express�written�consent�of�BMW�of�North�America,�LLC�(“BMW�NA”).
©�2020�BMW�of�North�America,�LLC
The�BMW�name�and�logo�are�registered�trademarks.�All�rights�reserved.

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Contents.
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1. Models.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
2. Body......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
2.1. Exterior�equipment..............................................................................................................................................................................................2
2.1.1. Front.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1.2. Rear.............................................................................................................................................................................................................2
2.2. Interior�equipment................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.2.1. Operating�elements�in�center�console............................................................................................... 4
3. Drive..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.1. Engines...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
3.1.1. Exhaust�system....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
4. Chassis�and�Suspension...............................................................................................................................................................................................6
4.1. Electronic�Power�Steering.......................................................................................................................................................................6
4.2. Shock�absorber.........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
4.3. Integrated�RDCi�tire�pressure�monitor.................................................................................................................................6
4.3.1. Electronic�tire�pressures�plate.........................................................................................................................6
5. General�Vehicle�Electronics.....................................................................................................................................................................................7
5.1. Bus�overview................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
5.2. Exterior�lights............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
5.2.1. Headlight............................................................................................................................................................................................9
5.2.2. Rear�lights.................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
6. Driver�Assistance�Systems...................................................................................................................................................................................12
6.1. Further�information......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
6.2. Overview.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2.1. Offer�structure�"Driving"...................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2.2. Offer�structure�"Parking".....................................................................................................................................15
6.2.3. Innovations..................................................................................................................................................................................17
6.2.4. Sensor�installation�locations.......................................................................................................................... 17
6.3. Operating�elements....................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
6.3.1. Light�operating�unit...................................................................................................................................................... 20
6.3.2. Multifunction�steering�wheel......................................................................................................................... 20
6.3.3. Intelligent�Safety�button........................................................................................................................................21
6.3.4. Parking�assistance�button..................................................................................................................................21
6.4. New�range�of�functions�of�Active�Cruise�Control�(ACC)...................................................................... 22
6.4.1. Adaptive�distance�adjustment..................................................................................................................... 22
6.5. Lane�change�with�active�route�guidance..................................................................................................................... 23

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Contents.
6.5.1. Functional�principle...................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.5.2. Functional�sequence.................................................................................................................................................. 23
6.5.3. Functional�prerequisites........................................................................................................................................24
6.5.4. Additional�Information.............................................................................................................................................. 25
7. Infotainment......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
7.1. Head�Unit�High�3�(HU-H3)................................................................................................................................................................. 26
7.1.1. Hardware........................................................................................................................................................................................26
7.1.2. Remote�software�upgrade................................................................................................................................. 26
7.1.3. System�components...................................................................................................................................................26
7.1.4. USB�port........................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
7.2. Receiver�Audio�Module�(RAM).....................................................................................................................................................28
7.3. Booster...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................28
7.4. Navigation�system............................................................................................................................................................................................ 28
7.5. Rear�seat�entertainment�system............................................................................................................................................... 29
7.5.1. Head�Unit�High�3..............................................................................................................................................................29
8. Displays�and�Controls....................................................................................................................................................................................................31
8.1. Operating�elements....................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
8.1.1. Overview.........................................................................................................................................................................................31
8.1.2. Gesture�control....................................................................................................................................................................31
8.1.3. BMW�display�key..............................................................................................................................................................31
8.2. BMW�Operating�System�7..................................................................................................................................................................31
8.2.1. Main�menu�bar..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
8.2.2. Display�bar.................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
8.3. Display�elements................................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
8.3.1. M�instrument�cluster.................................................................................................................................................. 34

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1.�Introduction.
1
A�lifecycle�impulse�is�due�for�the�F90�in�summer�2020.
There�are�new�visual�features�in�vehicle�interior�and�outer�area.�They�give�the�F90�LCI�a�more�sporty
look�and�feel�compared�to�its�predecessor.�The�new�BMW�M5�and�the�BMW�M5�Competition�now
have�a�more�striking�presence.
The�2018�electrical�system�service�pack,�changeover�of�the�user�interface�to�the�BMW�Operating
System�7�and�enhanced�driver�assistance�systems�are�technological�highlights�of�the�life�cycle
impulse.
BMW�M5
Index Explanation
A F90
B F90�LCI
1.1.�Models
The�following�table�provides�an�overview�of�the�available�models:
Model F90 F90�Competition
Engine�design/number�of
cylinders/valves
V/8/4 V/8/4
Displacement,�effective�[ccm] 4395 4395
Engine�output�[hp] 600 617
Acceleration�0�–�62�mph�[s] 3.4 3.3
Transmission M�8HP76 M�8HP76

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2.�Body.
2
2.1.�Exterior�equipment
2.1.1.�Front
Change
• Larger�BMW�badge
• Modified�radiator�grill�design
• Design�changes�to�the�bumper�and�the�hood
• New�headlight�assembly�design
Comparison�of�front�of�F90�before�and�after�LCI
Index Explanation
1 F90
2 F90�LCI
2.1.2.�Rear
Change
• New�bumper�design�with�integrated�exhaust�pipe�trim
• New�rear�light�design�with�LED�technology
• Full-length�trim�strip�and�rear�light�cluster�at�the�tailgate

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2.�Body.
3
Comparison�of�rear�of�F90�before�and�after�LCI
Index Explanation
1 F90
2 F90�LCI
An�independent�design�is�to�be�used�for�the�tailpipe�trims�of�the�F90�LCI.
The�exhaust�tailpipes�of�the�standard�M�Sport�exhaust�system�have�been�retained�in�black�chrome.
Comparison�of�the�tailpipe�trims�in�the�F90�LCI
Index Explanation
1 Tailpipe�trims�F90
2 Tailpipe�trims�F90�LCI

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2.�Body.
4
2.2.�Interior�equipment
2.2.1.�Operating�elements�in�center�console
The�switch�for�the�sports�exhaust�system�(SA�1MA)�has�been�added�to�the�switch�panel�of�the�center
console.�The�two�keys�Setup�and�M�Mode�are�also�a�new�feature.
Changes�can�be�made�to�the�engine,�chassis�and�steering�settings�via�the�Setup�key.
Preset�M�modes�can�be�called�up�via�the�M�Mode�key.
Overview�of�center�console�F90�LCI
Index Explanation
1 Gear�selector�switch
2 Controller
3 Automatic�Hold
4 Electromechanical�parking�brake
5 Surround�View
6 Park�Distance�Control
7 Switch�for�electrically�controlled�sports�exhaust�system
8 Setup/M-Mode�key
9 Dynamic�Stability�Control

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3.�Drive.
5
3.1.�Engines
The�drive�system�of�the�F90�LCI�is�equipped�with�the�latest�generation�of�the�S63B44T4�engine.
Further�information�can�be�found�in�"ST1916�S63TU4�Engine"�reference�manual.
3.1.1.�Exhaust�system
The�F90�LCI�features�new�tailpipe�trims�with�a�diameter�of�85mm.

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4.�Chassis�and�Suspension.
6
4.1.�Electronic�Power�Steering
The�EPS�of�the�F90�LCI�is�now�only�equipped�with�2�instead�of�3�characteristic�curves.
The�F90�LCI�no�longer�features�the�SPORT+�characteristic�curve.�The�SPORT�characteristic�curve
was�retuned�and�optimized.
4.2.�Shock�absorber
The�F90�Competition�LCI�now�includes�the�shock�absorbers�of�the�F93.
These�improve�not�only�the�handling�in�the�limit�range,�but�also�the�comfort�experience.
4.3.�Integrated�RDCi�tire�pressure�monitor
The�F90�LCI�is�equipped�with�the�Tire�Pressure�Monitor�integrated�(RDCi)�which�is�incorporated�into
the�Dynamic�Stability�Control�(DSC).�There�are�different�system�suppliers�depending�on�the�vehicle
type.�This�must�be�taken�into�consideration�when�replacing�the�wheel�electronics.
4.3.1.�Electronic�tire�pressures�plate
The�F90�LCI�is�equipped�with�the�electronic�tire�pressure�specification�which�was�introduced�in�the
G30�(BMW�5�Series).�For�the�valid�tire�inflation�pressures,�check�the�Central�Information�Display�(CID).
The�RDC�reset�is�omitted�following�adjustment�of�the�tire�inflation�pressures�in�vehicles�with�activated
electronic�tire�pressure�specification.
Further�information�can�be�found�in�the�"ST1604�G30�Complete�Vehicle"�reference�manual.

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5.�General�Vehicle�Electronics.
7
5.1.�Bus�overview
Data�bus�overview�of�F90�LCI

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5.�General�Vehicle�Electronics.
8
Index Explanation
ACSM Advanced�Crash�Safety�Module
BDC Body�Domain�Controller
Booster Booster
CON Controller
DCS Driver�Camera�System
DME Digital�Motor�Electronics
DME2 Digital�Engine�Electronics�2
DSC Dynamic�Stability�Control
EGS Electronic�transmission�control
EPS Electromechanical�Power�Steering
FBD Remote�control�receiver
FLA High-beam�assistant
FLEL Frontal�Light�Electronics�Left
FLER Frontal�Light�Electronics�Right
FRSF Front�radar�sensor�long�range
FZD Roof�function�center
GHAS Regulated�rear�axle�differential�lock
GWS Gear�selector�switch
HU-H Head�Unit�High
HKFM Tailgate�function�module
HRSNL Rear�radar�sensor�short�range�left
HRSNR Rear�radar�sensor�short�range�right
IHKA Integrated�automatic�heating�/�air�conditioning
KAFAS Camera-based�driver�assistance�systems
KOMBI Instrument�cluster
NFC Near�Field�Communication
PMA Parking�Assistant
RAM Receiver�Audio�Module
RFK Rear�view�camera
RSE Rear�Seat�Entertainment
SAS Optional�equipment�system
SINE Siren�with�tilt�alarm�sensor
SMBF Front�passenger�seat�module
SMFA Driver's�seat�module
SMBFH Seat�module,�front�passenger's�side,�rear

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5.�General�Vehicle�Electronics.
9
Index Explanation
SPNMVL Seat�pneumatics�module�front�left
SPNMVR Seat�pneumatics�module�front�right
SRSNVL Side�radar�sensor�short�range�front�left
SRSNVR Side�radar�sensor�short�range�front�right
TCB Telematic�Communication�Box
TRSVC Top�rear�side�view�camera
VDP Vertical�Dynamic�Platform
VIP Virtual�Integration�Platform
VTG Transfer�box
WCA/NFC Wireless�charging�station�with�control�electronics
for�Near�Field�Communication
ZGM Central�gateway�module
1 Start-up�node�control�units�for�starting�and�synchronizing
the�FlexRay�bus�system
2 Control�units�authorized�to�perform�wake-up�function
3 Control�units�also�connected�at�terminal�15�WUP
5.2.�Exterior�lights
5.2.1.�Headlight
The�F90�LCI�only�features�LED�headlights.�The�design�was�reworked�and�therefore�has�a�flatter
appearance.
The�Adaptive�LED�Headlights�no�longer�feature�a�swiveling�LED�module.�The�BMW�Selective�Beam
is�implemented�via�matrix�segments�(individual�LEDs�switched�off).�A�headlight�cleaning�system�is
discontinued.

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5.�General�Vehicle�Electronics.
10
The�following�equipment�specifications�are�offered:
• Adaptive�LED�headlights
Features
Comparison�of�F90�and�F90�LCI�BMW�Adaptive�LED�design
Index Explanation
A F90
B F90�LCI
1 Side�light,�daytime�driving�lights
2 Low-beam�headlight
3 Turn�indicator
4 Cornering�light
5 High�beam
5.2.2.�Rear�lights
In�addition�to�a�new�design,�the�rear�lights�of�the�life�cycle�measure�have�full-LED�technology,�including
the�rear�fog�lights.
The�rear�lights�and�brake�lights�are�assembled�in�the�same�lighting�chamber.
The�turn�indicator�extends�across�both�light�units�in�the�tailgate�and�the�side�section.
The�rear�light�now�stretches�over�the�tailgate�and�connects�the�tail�lights�on�the�driver�and�passenger
side.

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5.�General�Vehicle�Electronics.
11
Features
Comparison�of�F90�and�F90�LCI�rear�light�design
Index Explanation
A F90
B F90�LCI
1 Turn�indicator
2 Reversing�light
3 Rear�fog�light
4 Tail�light
5 Brake�light
6 Clearance�light

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6.�Driver�Assistance�Systems.
12
This�life�cycle�measure�involves�the�reworking�and�further�expansion�of�the�diverse�range�of�driver
assistance�systems�in�the�F90.�The�F90LCI�features�the�Service�Pack�2018�electrical�system.�By
developing�innovations,�we�continue�along�the�road�to�highly�automated�driving.�Many�of�the�systems
and�functions�presented�in�this�reference�manual�have�also�been�introduced�in�other�models�equipped
with�Service�Pack�2018.�These�are�mainly�vehicles�with�the�optional�equipment�"Active�Driving
Assistant�Plus"�(SA5AU).
6.1.�Further�information
This�reference�manual�presents�the�new�features�and�modifications�to�the�driver�assistance�systems�in
the�F90LCI.�The�following�product�information�items�provide�basic�descriptions�of�the�new�features�as
well�as�familiar�driver�assistance�systems�for�specific�systems:
Reference�manual Information�on
ST1858�Driver
Assistance�Systems
2018
(new�features)
• KAFAS-Mid-Camera
• KAFAS-High-Camera
• Driver�Camera�System
(DCS)
• Collision/Pedestrian
Warning
• Lane�Departure�Warning
• Emergency�Stop
Assistant
• Extended�Traffic�Jam
Assistant
• Intersection�Collision
Warning
• Active�Cruise�Control�with
Stop&Go�function
• Automatic�Parking�(PMA)
• Back-up�Assistant
• Evasion�Aid
ST1831�G05�Driver
Assistance�Systems
(new�features)
• Daytime�Pedestrian
Warning
• Intersection�Collision
Warning
• Lane�Departure�Warning
• Automatic�Lane�Change
• Cruise�Control
• Automatic�Parking�(PMA)
• Back-up�Assistant
ST1501�G12�Driver
Assistance�Systems
(already�known)
• Collision�Warning
• Speed�Limit�Info
• Intersection�Warning
• Lane�Departure�Warning
• BMW�Night�Vision
• Surround�View
• Remote�3D�View
• Park�Distance�Control
(PDC)
• Crossing�Traffic�Alert�at
the�front/rear
• Parking�Maneuver
Assistant�(PMA)
• Active�Lane�Keeping
Assistant
• Evasion�Aid

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6.�Driver�Assistance�Systems.
13
6.2.�Overview
6.2.1.�Offer�structure�"Driving"
The�purpose�of�the�following�tables�is�to�provide�an�overview�of�the�dependencies�between�the�offer
structure�and�driver�assistance�systems�used�as�well�as�their�system�components.�Furthermore,�they
also�list�all�driver�assistance�systems�available�in�the�F90LCI.�This�overview�represents�the�information
status�at�the�series�launch�of�the�European�version�of�the�F90LCI.�Depending�on�the�market�and
country,�other�driver�assistance�systems�or�function�characteristics�as�well�as�a�different�offer�structure
can�be�used.
Standard�equipment
Active�Guard�(SA�5AV)
• Front�Collision�Mitigation
• Daytime�Pedestrian�Protection
Dynamic�Cruise�Control�(SA�544)
• Speed�Limiter
• Speed�Limit�Assistant
Active�Driving�Assistant�(SA�5AS)
• Lane�change�warning
• Rear�Cross�Traffic�Alert
• Collision/Pedestrian�Warning
• Active�Lane�Keeping�Assistant
• Speed�Limit�Info
• Speed�Limit�Assistant

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6.�Driver�Assistance�Systems.
14
Optional�equipment
The�following�optional�equipment�is�available�in�the�F90LCI:
• Active�Driving�Assistant�Professional�(SA5AU),�contains�Active�Driving�Assistant�(SA5AS)
and�Active�Cruise�Control�with�Stop&Go�function�(SA�5DF)
• Extended�Traffic�Jam�Assistant�(SA5AR),�only�in�connection�with�optional�equipment�Active
Driving�Assistant�Professional�(SA�5AU)
Active�cruise�control�with�Stop&Go�function
(SA�5DF)
• Active�Cruise�Control�with�Stop&Go
function�(up�to�130�mph)
• Frontal�Collision�Mitigation
• Daytime�Pedestrian�Warning
• Speed�Limit�Info
• Speed�Limit�Assistant
• Distance�Information
Active�Driving�Assistant�Professional�(SA
5AU)
• Extended�Traffic�Jam�Assistant
• Active�Lane�Keeping�Assistant�with
Active�Side�Collision�Protection
• Active�Cruise�Control�with�Stop&Go
function�(up�to�130�mph)
• Front�Cross�Traffic�Alert
• Speed�Limit�Assistant
• Intersection�Collision�Warning
• Emergency�Stop�Assistant
• Lane�Change�Assistant

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6.�Driver�Assistance�Systems.
15
6.2.2.�Offer�structure�"Parking"
Optional�equipment
The�optional�equipment�Parking�Assistant�Plus�(SA5DN)�is�available�with�the�new�F90LCI.�The
optional�equipment�BMW�Drive�Recorder�(SA�6DR)�is�also�available�for�the�first�time�in�the�F90.
However,�this�is�coupled�to�the�optional�equipment�Parking�Assistant�Plus�(SA�5DN)�in�the�Executive
Package�(SA�ZEC).
Park�Distance�Control�(SA�508)
• Front�and�rear
• Auto�PDC
Vehicles�not�equipped�with�the�Parking�Maneuver�Assistant�(PMA)�but�with�the�Park�Distance�Control
(PDC)�have�a�separate�control�unit,�which�is�recognized�as�the�PMA�control�unit�by�the�diagnosis�tester
and�is�also�referred�to�by�this�name�in�the�bus�diagram.�In�other�words,�there�is�no�longer�a�difference�in
the�naming�of�the�PDC�and�PMA�control�unit.�There�are�nevertheless�differences�between�the�control
units�with�regard�to�the�hardware�version�and�the�software�is�adapted�accordingly.
Parking�Assistant�Plus�(SA�5DN)
• Automatic�Parking�(PMA)�with�parallel
and�perpendicular�parking�and�leaving
parking�space
• Back-up�Assistant
• Active�Park�Distance�Control�(PDC)
• Side�protection
• Rear�view�camera
• Surround�View
• Panorama�View�(GPS-based)
• Remote�3D�View�(only�with�Remote
Services�(SA�6AP))