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When system faults are detected, a diagnostic trouble code
(DTC) is stored in the engine control module (ECM). The MIL
also illuminates
if an emissions-related fault is detected.
When faults arise, or
if the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is
illuminated, begin troubleshooting by connecting BMW ser-
vice tester
DISplus, MoDiC, GTl or equivalent scan tool. The
capabilities of OBD
II software has the potential to save hours
of diagnostic time and to help avoid incorrect component re-
placement and possible damage to system components.
CA UTIOI\C
The tests in this section may set fault codes (DTCs) in the
ECM and illuminate the MIL. After all testing is completed,
access and clear DTC fault memory using an OBD
I1 or
BMW compatible scan tool. See OBD On-Board Diag-
nostics.
. Only use a digital multimeter for electrical tests.
Relay positions can vary. Be sure to confirm relay posi-
tion by identifying the wiring in the
socket using the wir-
ing diagrams found in ELE Electrical Wiring
Diaqrams.
NOTE-
= OBD I1 fault memory (including an illuminated MIL) can
only be reset using the special scan tool. Removing the
connector from the ECM or disconnecting the battery will
not erase the fault memory.
0 The BMW-dedicated 20-pin diagnostic link connector
(DLC) is in the right rear of the engine compartment. The
20-pin DLC was eliminated on models after
6/2000.
The 16-pin OBD I1 diagnostic connector (arrow) is located
inside the car on the lower left dash panel.

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ME 7.2 system overview
The Bosch ME 7.2 system is used on 1999 - 2002 540i mod-
els.
1 4 The ME 7.2 enaine control module (ECM). located on the
l and a combined total of 134 pins.
--__-- 1 I. 9 pin connector
12 3 4 5 2 24 pin connector
0lliC;nii, 3. 52 pin connector
4. 40 pin connector
5. 9 pin connector
The ME 7.2 system has the following functions or capabilities:
Electronic throttle control (EDK) integrates idle and cruise
control functions. ECM carries out all throttle and idle con-
trol functions directly via EDK system.
Leak diagnosis pump
(LDP) control and feedback monitor-
ing for evaporative system leak testing.
Batterylalternator charge logic (idle speed varies with bat-
tery state of charge).
CAN-Bus communications with instrument cluster.
EWS
111 (3.3) "rolling code" ISN interface.
Ignition
knock sensors.
DSC (dynamic stability control) torque reduction.
Monitoring and control of VANOS
(camshaft timing) with
active Hail sensor for camshaft position monitoring.
Integrated altitude sensor.
One touch engine start control
Single speed secondary air injection system.
Long life spark plugs.
IHKA auxiliary (electric) cooling fan control.
All emissions-related ME 7.2 electrical components are mon-
itored for faults. if driveability complaints are encountered or
the malfunction indicator
light (MIL) is illuminated, interrogate
fault memory using a compatible scan tool.
4 Use a break-out box for ME 7.2 system testing and diagnosis
at the control module
(break out box set: BMW special tool
90
88 6 121 300).
Electrically heated (characteristic
map) cooling system
DME Harness Connector thermostat.

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4 The ME 7.2 uses a non-return fuel rail. The fuel pressure reg-
ulator is integrated into the fuel filter.
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4 The M62 TU engine uses a continuously variable VANOS
system at each intake camshaft. This system enhances en-
gine performance and reduces tailpipe emissions. Both cam-
shafts are adjusted simultaneously within
20" (maximum) of
the camshafts rotational axis. This equates to a maximum
span of
40°crankshaft rotation.
regulalor from luel pump
NOTE-
The fuel filter is available as a replacement part without the
fuel pressure regulator. When replacing the fuel filter, trans-
fer the fuel pressure regulator from the old
filter to the new fil-
ter.
Engine idle speed control is a function of the EDK. The M62
TU engine does not use a separate idle control valve.
Mmn CON,ROL
EML
< The M62 TU engine uses an electrically controlled throttle
valve called EDK. The throttle plate is positioned by a DC
gear reduction motor based on inputs signals to the ECM
from the pedal position sensor (PWG).
When the accelerator pedal is moved, the PWG provides a
change in the monitored signals. The ME
7.2 control module
compares the input signal to a programmed map and appro-
priately activates the EDK motor via proportional pulse width
modulated control signals. The control module self-checks its
activation of the EDK motor via the EDK feedbaclc
potentiom-
eters.

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The PWG potentiometers provide DC voltage signals as in-
put to the ME 7.2 control module for throttle and idle control
functions. Potentiometer signal
1 is the primary signal, poten-
tiometer 2 is used for a plausibility cross-check.
1. Potentiometer 1 ground
2. Potentiometer
1 power
3. Potentiometer 2 ground
4. Potentiometer 2 power
5. Potentiometer 1 signal to ECM
6. Potentiometer 2 signal to ECM
If errors are detected between potentiometer
1 and 2, the
ECM calculates the engine intake air mass (from
MAFsensor
signal) and only utilizes the potentiometer signal that closely
matches the detected
intake air mass. The ECM control mod-
ule uses the air mass signal for a comparative source to pro-
vide fail-safe operation.
If the ECM cannot calculate a
plausible conclusion from the monitored potentiometerthe
EDK motor is switched off and fuel injection cut-out is activat-
ed (no fail-safe operation possible).
EDK is continuously monitored during all phases of engine
operation. If faults are detected, the EDK motor is switched off
and fuel injection cut off is activated. The engine continues to
run extremely roughly at idle speed.
EDK adaptation
When the EDK throttle assembly is replaced, the adaptation
values of the previous EDK must be cleared from the ME 7.2
ECM using the BMW service testeroran equivalentscan tool.
Once the old adaptation values have been cleared, the new
EDK assembly should be installed and adapted as follows:
0 Switch ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
* Switch ignition ON. Afler approximately 30 seconds, the
EDK is briefly activated indicating that the replacement unit
is now adapted to the ME 7.2 system.
NOTE-
This EDK adaptation procedure is also necessary after re-
placing the
ME 7.2 engine control module. However, the ad-
aptation values do not require clearing since they have not
yet been established.
ECM relay, testing
The engine control module (ECM) relay is energized via the
ECM and supplies battery positive
(B+) power to many of the
engine management components and subsystems. If this re-
lay is faulty, the engine will not start.
NOTE-
The ECM relay is also referred to as the DME main relay

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Evaporative system pressure leak
diagnosis, overview
The M62 TU engine is equipped wlth an evaporative fuel sys-
tem pressure leak diagnosis system. The main component of
this system is the leakdiagnosis pump (LDP). The function of
the LDP is to pressurize the fuel tank and the evaporative
emission system for the purpose of detecting leaks.
This system iscapable of detecting a
lealcas small as0.5 mm.
The LDP, located in the left rear wheel housing, contains the
following:
Vacuum chamber. Pneumatic pump chamber
DME activated vacuum solenoid
Reed switch (provides switched voltage
feedback signal to
DME).
The vacuum supply line is in the wiring harness from the en-
gine compartment and runs down the driver's side of the vehi-
cle.
The canister vent valve is
~ntegrated into the LDP, which IS
electrically controlled by the ECM. The canister vent valve is
opened to provide fresh air entry into the fuel system only dur-
ing purge operation.
- Purge operation characteristics:
Off idle through full throttle: purge valve opened by pulse
width modulated (PWM) control of the ECM. PWM duty cy-
cle varies by engine operating conditions
(e.g. warm idle,
purge valve opened slightly; cold
idleldecel with engine
temp
< 67" C. purge valve always closed).

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Secondary air injection, overview
The secondary air system pumps ambient air into the exhaust
stream afteracoid engine start to reduce the warm-up time of
the catalytic converters and to reduces HC and CO emis-
sions. The ME
7.2 ECM controls and monitors the secondary
air injection system. The secondary air pump operates at a
starttemperature of between 10°C
(50°F) and 40°C (104°F).
and continues to operate for a maximum of
2 minutes at idle
speed.
The electric air pump draws in ambient air and supplies it to
the
checlc valve. The vacuum vent valve (solenoid) switches
vacuum to open the
checlc valve when activated by the ECM.
Once opened, the checlc
valve allows air to be pumped into
the exhaust stream.
4 The secondary air injection system consists of the following
components:
1. Secondary air pump relay
2. Oxygen sensors
3. Catalytic converters
4. Electric air pump
5. Non-return valve
6. Vacuum vent valve

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Bosch
ME 7.2 ECM pin assignments
Bosch ME 7.2 ECM connectors
X60001
X60002
X60003
X60004
X60005
Table e. Bosch ME 7.2 ECM pin assignments
Connector
X60001
I I I
8 1 lnput [Terminal 87 voltage supply I Fuse F1
9-pin, Black
24-pin, Black
52-pin, Black
40-pin, Black
9-pin,
Blaclc
I I I
9 I NO^ used I
Notes
Ground connector
X6460
Ground connector X6460
Pin 1
2 3
4
5
Connector X60002
Ground connector X6460 6
Pin
/Type I Descriptionlfunction 1 Notes
Type
Ground
Ground
7 llnput l~errninai 30 voltage supply I Fuse F4
Descriptionlfunction
Not used
Not used
Not used
Ground Ground
Ground Ground
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
. . - Ground Input
Input/
output
input/
Output
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground Heated oxygen sensor, heater ground
Back-up
light signal
CAN-BUS Low
CAN-Bus High
Not used Not used
Heated oxygen sensor, heater ground
Heated oxygen sensor ground
Heated oxygen sensor ground
Heated oxygen sensor ground
Heated oxygen sensor ground
Not used
Heated oxvaen sensor, heater
ground
Heated oxygen sensor II behind catalylic converter
Baclcup light switch
Automatic transmission control module (AGS)
Automatic transmission control module (AGS)
Heated oxygen sensor
I behind catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
II behind catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor I in front of catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
II in front of catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
I behind catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
Ii in front of catalytic converter

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4 /output l~em~erature signal. E-box fan I E-box fan
Connector
X60002 (continued)
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Input
Input
Input
Input
Ground
Output Heated
oxygen sensor signal
Heated oxygen sensor signal
Heated oxygen sensor signal
Heated oxygen sensor signal
Not used
Heated oxygen sensor, heater ground
Not used
Not used
Not used
Terminal 85 control
Not used Heated oxygen sensor
II behind catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
I in front of catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
I1 in front of catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor
I behind catalytic converter
Heated oxygen sensor I in front of catalytic converter
Engine control module relay
Connector
X60003
Ground
Output Input
Ground
Output
Input
Input
Output
Output
Input
Pin 1
2
3
Not used
Ground for electronic components
Voltage supply for hot
film mass air flow sensor
Signal EDK (electric throttle actuator) Hot film mass air flow sensor, ground
Electric throttle actuator
Not used
Voltage signal, terminal 30h
Alternator
D+ (terminal 61) signal
Injection signal
Injection signal
VANOS valve, signal
Type
Output
Output
Output
Ground connector
X6460
Hot film mass air flow sensor
Electric throttle actuator
Hot film mass air flow sensor
Electric throttle actuator, voltage supply
Starter
Alternator (generator)
Cylinder
7 fuel injection valve
Cylinder 6 fuel injection valve
VANOS valve, cylinder
5-8
Descriptionlfunction
Injection signal
Injection signal
Signal evaporative emission valve Notes
Cylinder 2 fuel injector valve
Cylinder 3 fuel injector valve
Evaporative emission valve