Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine The ECM takes on the following functions:
• Activation/deactivation of the alternator.
• Informing the alternator regulator of the nominal voltage value to be set.
• Controlling the alternator's response to load.
• Diagnosing the data line between the alternator and the ECM.
• Storing alternator fault codes.
• Activating the charge indicator lamp in the instrument cluster.
The connection with the ECM makes it possible to equalize the alternator load torque for
nearly all operating conditions. This supports the engine idling speed control and the bat-
tery load balance. In addition, the ECM receives information from the Power Module about
the battery's calculated temperature and charge status. This means that alternator output
can be adapted precisely to the temperature and load status of the battery which increas-
es the battery service life.
The charge indicator display strategy has not changed in comparison with the alternators
currently in use. Regulating the alternator output is particularly important when activating
Valvetronic operating motors.
A temperature protection function is implemented in the voltage regulator. If the alternator
overheats, the alternator voltage is reduced until an appropriate temperature has been
reached.
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N62 Engine
Oil Cooling (if equipped)
An oil cooler is used in hot countries. The oil cooler is located in front of the radiator above
the A/C condenser. The engine oil flows from the oil pump through a channel in the
crankcase to a connection on the generator support. The generator support has an oil ther-
mostat. A wax element in the oil thermostat continuously opens the inflow to the oil cooler
when the oil temperature is between 100 ºC to 130 ºC.
Some of the engine oil always flows past the oil thermostat and through the engine with-
out being cooled, even when the oil thermostat is fully open. This ensures a minimum
amount of oil is supplied when the cooler is faulty. A modified generator support, without
connections for the oil thermostat, is fitted to vehicles which do not have an oil cooler.
Technical Data - Lubrication System
The recommended oil is BMW High Performance 5W-30 Synthetic Oil
* P/N 07 51 0 017 866
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4.0 - 8.0 Bar Maximum Oil Pressure at 20ºC
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50-55 I/Min At Maximum Engine Speed (6500 rpm) and 20ºC
