1999 BMW X5 ECO mode

REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM
The tailgate window wiper/washer system is included in the scope of ZKE however is not
controlled directly by the GM. The control electronics are integrated into the rear wiper
motor assembly. It contains two hall sensors, one for monitoring park position and other
for the end stop, or to signal reverse direction of the wiper motor.
The rear wiper system is operator controlled
through the wiper stalk switch providing the
following functions:
• Intermittent rear window wiping
• Programmed rear window wiping interval
• Operation of the rear window washer
Pressing the wiper stalk forward to the first
detent activates the rear wiper in the
intermittent mode.
The default timed interval is approximately 12 seconds. The full sweep and park positions
are recognized by the two hall sensors on the motor gear assembly. If the wiper is switched
OFF, the wiper blade will return to the park position.
The programmed wiper interval procedure is identical to the E39 sport wagon; Briefly
switch the rear wiper ON/OFF, Wait the desired interval time, Switch the rear wiper ON
again. The OFF time will be the programmed interval - up to approx. 30 seconds
Rear window washing is activated by pressing the wiper stalk switch to the full forward
position. The washer pump operates followed by two full wiping cycles. The wipers will then
switch to the intermittent wiping mode.
When the transmission is shifted into reverse, the wiper will switch to continuous operation
until the vehicle is shifted out of reverse. This high signal is provided by the LCM III when it
activates the back up lights.
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CENTRAL LOCKING BUTTON
The central lock button in the center console
provides a momentary ground input signal to the
GM.
• This input initiates a single lock for each door
and the trunk.
• The fuel filler flap remains unlocked for
refueling purposes.
• If a door is manually opened while centrally
locked, the remaining doors stay locked.
The opened door can be re-locked when closed by manually locking or pushing the central
button twice. This allows the locks of the remaining doors to be re-synchronized again.
As an additional safety feature, the central lock button input also unlocks a double locked
system. Pressing the button returns the system to central lock (single) position, allowing
the doors to be opened when the interior door handles are opened twice. This feature was
also added to other ZKE systems during the 1999 model year.
CRASH SIGNALLING
The Multiple Restraint System (MRS III) provides a switched signal to the GM in the event
of an accident. The signal is an output function of the MRS control module and becomes
active when MRS determines a crash has occurred.
When active, the GM unlocks the door lock actuators, switches on the interior lights and
signals the LCM III via the K bus to activate the hazard warning flashers.
Once the crash signal is active, the GM will not respond to lock requests from the system
until the ignition switch is cycled or a front door is opened.

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The next displayed screen is the "active/not
active" selection.
The blue "=" sign indicates what mode this
particular function is set to at the present.
• Select the "not active" function and press
the continue arrow.
The system will accept the selection and
bring the CAR MEMORY main selection
menu back in the display.
If additional selections are required, enter
into the systems displayed and repeat the
steps from above.
• When all of the required CAR MEMORY
configuration selections are entered, scroll
down to the bottom of the main car
memory menu and select 99 SET
VEHICLE.
All of the selected configuration changes are
now displayed. Check the displayed list
against the Owner's selection list making
sure all of the choices are entered.
Print this list out and place in the vehicle
history file for future reference.
• Press the continue arrow to proceed with
the configuration. The display will request
that the ignition switch be "switched off
and on again". Switch off for a minimum
of 10 seconds, then switch back on.
Press the "Yes" button to continue.
A bar graph indicating configuration progress is displayed along with the current battery
voltage. This portion of the configuration varies in duration based on the total number of
configuration selections. Watch the battery voltage level during the configuration. Low
battery condition will terminate or possibly incorrectly configure the vehicle.

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The blue "=" sign indicates what mode this
particular function is set to currently.
• Select the "not active" function and press
the continue arrow.
The system will accept the selection and
bring the KEY MEMORY main selection
menu back in the display.
If additional selections are required, enter
into the systems displayed and repeat the
steps from above.
• When all of the required KEY MEMORY
configuration selections are entered,
select 99 SET VEHICLE.
The next screen displays all of the selected
configuration changes.
Check the displayed list against the Owner's
selection list making sure all of the choices
are entered. Print this list out and place in
the vehicle history file for future reference if
necessary.
• Press the continue arrow to proceed with
the configuration.
The next display will request that the ignition
switch be "switched off and on again". Press
the "Yes" button to continue.
A bar graph indicating configuration process
is displayed along with the current battery
voltage.
The display will change indicating the
"Vehicle setting completed". Turn the
ignition switch back off for 10 seconds and
then back on. Verify the configuration
change(s) by activating the new function.

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WINDOW ANTI-TRAP DETECTION
The window anti-trap detection feature is only active in the one touch and convenience
close modes of operation. If the window switch is pushed/pulled and held, the Anti-trap
feature will not function.
The rubber pressure guard located at the top
edge of each door frame consists of two contact
strips that close when subjected to pressure.
This provides anti-trap detection and signal
generation to the GM.
When the contact strip closes, the window
immediately (10ms) reverses direction as with
previous anti-trap systems. The contact strip
does not require that the anti-trap feature be
initialized prior to operation.
The pressure sensor finger guard has a
resistance of 3.0 KOhm and it is monitored for
open circuit. When pressed, the monitored
resistance changes to <1KOhm. Faults with the
anti-trap system require that the window switch
be held to close the window.
CONVENIENCE OPENING/CLOSING
The GM and Front Door Switchblock Modules provide the convenience open/close feature
providing control of the power windows (and sunroof) from outside the vehicle with the key
in the driver’s door lock. The FZV provides the same function for the opening only.
• The anti-trap feature is active during convenience closing from the driver’s door lock.
• The convenience open feature provides outside activation of the windows and sunroof
in the same manner.
• If the GM receives a request to operate convenience close or open for more than 110
seconds, the function is deactivated and a fault code is stored.
• The Car Memory Feature can activate and deactivate the Convenience Open Feature
from the FZV’s control.

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INTERIOR LIGHTING
The GM controls the interior lighting automatically with the status change of several moni-
tored inputs. The lighting can also be manually controlled using the interior light switch.
COMPONENTS
DOOR CONTACTS: The door lock actuators contain a hall effect sensor for the purpose
of monitoring door open/closed status (hall sensor 3 in the driver's door actuator). The hall
effect sensor is located directly behind the rotary latch plate encased in the actuator. The
sensor is activated by the rotary latch plate's position. A change in current flow informs the
General module when a door is opened or closed.
Front seat interior/map light unit: The overhead
front seat interior/map light unit contains a single
main interior light. The light is controlled by the GM
automatically or by momentarily pressing interior
light switch located on the light assembly. The
switch provides a momentary ground signal that the
GM recognizes as a request to either turn the light
on (if off) or turn the light off (if on).
If the switch is held for more than 3 seconds, the GM interprets the continuous ground sig-
nal as a request to turn the interior light circuit off for the Workshop Mode as on previous
systems. The workshop mode is stored in memory and will not come back on even if the
GM is removed from it's power supply and reconnected. The switch must be pressed to
turn the lights back on.
There are two reading/map lights also located in the assembly. Each map light is mechan-
ically controlled by depressing it's corresponding on/off switch. The power supply for the
map lights is supplied by the GM through the Consumer Cut Off circuit.
Rear seat interior light unit:
In the center headliner is an additional interior/reading light unit. This unit contains an inte-
rior light that is controlled with the front interior light and a mechanically switched reading
light on the consumer cut off circuit.
Front footwell lights:
In each front footwell, there is also a courtesy light. These lights are only operated when
the GM provides power to the interior lighting circuit.

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DWA ARMING/DISARMING
• The DWA is armed every time the vehicle is locked from the outside with the door lock
cylinder or FZV key.
• The LED in the rear view mirror flashes as an acknowledgment along with the exterior
lights and a momentary chirp from the siren.
• The GM monitors all required input signals for closed status (door closed, tailgate
closed, etc.) The inputs must be in a closed status for a minimum of 3 seconds for the
GM to include them as an activation component. If after 3 seconds any input signal not
in the closed status is excluded (this is acknowledged by the DWA LED) preventing false
alarm activation's.
• If the DWA is armed a second time within 10 seconds, the tilt sensor and interior pro-
tection sensor are also excluded as alarm activation components. This function is use-
ful if the vehicle is transported on a train or flat bed truck to prevent false alarm activa-
tion's.
• While armed the tailgate can be opened with out the alarm being triggered as follows:
- If opened with the tailgate remote button via the FZV, the GM prevents the alarm
from activating. (This feature is customizable under the Car Memory function).
- If opened with the key at the tailgate lock cylinder the tailgate key position switch
signals the GM and in the same manner prevents the alarm from activating.
In either case, when the tailgate is returned to the closed position, it is no longer con-
sidered as an activation signal.
Panic Mode Operation: When the tailgate button is pressed and held, the GM is signaled
to activate the siren for the Panic Mode. The panic mode will function with either an armed
or disarmed DWA system.
EMERGENCY DISARMING
Emergency disarming occurs automatically if a key is used to turn the ignition switch on and
the EWS III accepts it. The EWS III signals the GM to unlock the doors and deactivate the
DWA.

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DRIVER’S SEAT MEMORY FUNCTION
As with previous systems, the seat memory feature of the SM stores three seat positions
for recall. The positions are stored in a non-volatile memory preventing loss of positions if
in case the SM or the battery is disconnected.
The additional buttons on the SM (M) pro-
vide activation of recording memory position
and (1-2-3) for storing or recalling a specific
seat setting.
Storing current seat position:
• Seat in desired position,
• Ignition switch in KL R,
• Press the M button until it illuminates
• Within 7 seconds press the 1,2 or 3 but-
ton to store.
The stored position can be recalled at any time by pressing the appropriate memory loca-
tion button (1-2-3).
MEMORY RECALL MODES OF OPERATION
Depending on current SM input signals via K-Bus, the memory recall operates in two dis-
tinctly different modes:
• One-touch mode (TTB),
• or press and hold mode of operation (DTB).
If the following input signal status is current, the SM resets the seat position by a momen-
tary“one touch”of the selected memory button.
• Ignition switch off with the driver’s door open, or,
• KL R on, door open or closed
If the following input signal status is current, the SM resets the seat position by a continu-
ous ”press and hold”of the selected memory button.
• Ignition switch off with the driver’s door closed
• KL 15 on, door open or closed.