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BMW E8x E9x Cruise Control Retrofit - Cruise in Style!

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Ever jumped into your BMW E82, E84 or E90 and thought, “Man, I wish I had cruise control?” Well, folks, today’s your lucky day! This guide will take you on a cruise-y journey to retrofitting your beloved Beemer. We’ll tackle:

• Switching out the SZL module.
• The coding voodoo magic.
• Steering angle sensor calibrations.
• ...And all the juicy details in between.

Grab a coffee, buckle up, and let’s ride!

Cruise Control 101

Cruise control on E9x and E8x isn’t just a mod; it’s a lifestyle upgrade. While some models are like a walk in the park, others will test your mechanic ninja skills. This little chat? We’re focused on the basic cruise control (option code 540) . For the uninitiated, here’s a quick model breakdown:

• BMW 1-Series (E81 to E88)
• BMW 3-Series (E90 to E93)
• BMW X1 (E84)

Guess how long it’ll take? If you said "as long as watching a sitcom episode" - bingo! About 20 minutes, if the stars align and your car’s in tip-top shape. Though, after my bazillionth retrofit, I've got it down to just 10 minutes - and that's with the test drive!

Cruise Control: Choose Your Fighter

• Option 540 – Simple Cruise Control : Think of this as “set it and forget it.” Except when you’re going downhill – you’ll slow down courtesy of engine drag torque.
• Option 544 – The One With Brake Function : This one's got your back, and brakes. If the engine can't slow you down, the DCS control module jumps in to help.
• Option 541 – Active Cruise Control : Your BMW's got eyes! It'll slow down if there's a car ahead. Perfect for those long, traffic-filled drives.

Cylinders Matter!

4-cylinders? Your retrofit’s all about switching up the steering column stuff. If you’re rolling in a 6-cylinder E90, things are a tad different. These usually come with cruise control, but if you lucked out, you can opt for the brake function or the active cruise control.

Fun fact: E90s up to 09/2006 had a special LDM unit to manage cruise control. Post that? The DSC control unit took over.

Let's Retrofit!

Get ready to switch out the SZL and lower steering column trim. Once that’s done, we’ll dive into the coding realm, calibrate the steering angle sensor, and do some error memory spring cleaning.

You’ll Need :

• Steering Column Switch Cluster (Watch out for that rear wiper!)
• Steering Column Lower Trim Section

Tool Time :

• 10mm wrench (battery)
• 16mm socket & ratchet (steering wheel)
• Torx T25 screwdriver (SZL module)
• A wee flat screwdriver

The Retrofit Ritual

• Steering Wheel Removal : Disconnect the battery, pop out the driver’s airbag (carefully!), and get those plug connections out.
• SZL Replacement : Adjust the steering column, unclip the trim, and swap out the SZL. Four screws and you're golden!

Coding Magic

Time to tell your BMW how to play nice with its new cruise control. Whether you're a fan of ISTA, various coding apps, or NCS Expert (my personal fave), get ready to code!

• Add the $540 code to your vehicle FA.
• Code KOMBI and DSC. Fun fact: SZL can't be coded, but DSC will pass on the message.

Steering Wheel Sensor Calibration : Occasionally, you might not need this step. But chances are, you will. Using ISTA or Tool32 (my go-to), you'll get this done in a jiffy.

Finish it off by clearing any error memories with INPA.

Here's the full guide to steering angle sensor calibration:

Finishing Touches

Snap the airbag unit back, make sure all plugs are connected, and voila! You're ready for a spin.

Cruise Control Crash Course

The cruise control lever's on the left of the steering column. Here's the quick and dirty on how it works:

• Activate : Press the lever to the side.
• Set Speed : Briefly press the lever backward.
• Increase Speed : Hold the lever backward.
• Decrease Speed : Briefly or hold the lever forward.
• Deactivate : Press the lever up or down.

And remember, there are some conditions for activating and deactivating, so make sure you're in the know!

So there you have it, the ultimate guide to making your BMW cruise in style. Until next time, drive safe and retrofit responsibly! 🚗💨

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Does BMW Have Adaptive Cruise Control? ACC Availability

If you’ve been considering a new luxury vehicle, you may be wondering – does BMW offer adaptive cruise control (ACC)? This increasingly popular driver assistance feature can provide added comfort and potentially improved safety on daily commutes and long highway drives. Read on to learn all about BMW’s ACC availability and capabilities across their model lineup.

What Is Adaptive Cruise Control?

Adaptive cruise control represents an evolution beyond traditional cruise control systems that simply maintain a constant driving speed set by the driver. With basic cruise, you need to brake and reset when traffic slows down ahead.

ACC uses radar, cameras and other sensors to monitor surrounding traffic flow. When vehicles ahead slow down or stop, your ACC equipped car can automatically slow as needed to maintain a preset following interval, then resume the desired speed when traffic clears. This provides a more natural driving experience, with less constant resetting.

Some ACC systems even allow your car to come to a complete stop if traffic halts, then accelerate smoothly when vehicles start moving again. This “Stop & Go” functionality offers the most convenience in heavy traffic or congested highway driving.

Which BMW Models Offer Adaptive Cruise Control?

Most current BMW passenger vehicles now come equipped with adaptive cruise control either as standard equipment, or available on higher trim levels or via optional packages:

Standard ACC

• BMW 2 Series Coupe and Convertible
• BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
• BMW 4 Series Coupe, Convertible, Gran Coupe
• BMW Z4 Roadster

Optional ACC

• BMW 3 Series Sedan – ACC available on higher trims
• BMW 5 Series Sedan – ACC in Driver Assistance Package
• BMW 8 Series Coupe and Convertible – ACC in Driver Assistance Package

Standard on Some Trims

• BMW X3 SUV – Standard on xDrive30i and M40i
• BMW X4 SUV – Standard on xDrive30i and M40i
• BMW X5 SUV – Standard on 40i, 50i, M50i, 40e
• BMW X6 SUV – Standard on xDrive40i, M50i, 40e
• BMW X7 SUV – Standard on xDrive40i, M50i, 40i

So in summary, ACC is now available across most model lines in the BMW portfolio. Only the base trim versions or classic “i” and “eDrive” models omit adaptive functionality from the standard cruise control system.

How Does BMW’s ACC System Work?

BMW utilizes a fusion of technologies including radar, cameras, ultrasonic sensors and advanced software to make ACC possible. This sensor array constantly monitors changing conditions out to around 400 feet ahead of your vehicle’s current position.

When ACC is active, the system tracks the speed and distance of vehicles ahead. If traffic slows, the ACC automatically reduces your vehicle’s speed to maintain a preset following interval. This following time can be adjusted based on driver preferences and traffic conditions.

On most newer BMW models, the ACC allows the vehicle to come to a complete stop if vehicles ahead stop moving. This occurs smoothly and automatically based on the sensor inputs. The Traffic Jam Assistant and Stop & Go functions control the BMW safely in heavy traffic up to speeds of around 40 mph.

You can choose from several following distance settings on BMW ACC. At the closest setting of 1.8 seconds, your vehicle will be approximately 150 feet behind at highway speeds. This might be suitable in faster flowing traffic when vehicles are farther apart.

The maximum following interval is 3.7 seconds – giving around 300 feet of space at 70 mph. This setting allows for more gradual slowing and a more relaxed drive in dense traffic. The system provides enough flexibility to accommodate different driving styles and traffic scenarios.

Key Benefits of BMW Adaptive Cruise Control

There are several excellent reasons to consider a BMW model equipped with adaptive cruise control:

Reduced Driver Fatigue

Long drives can be taxing, requiring constant adjustments to your speed. ACC significantly reduces the number of pedal inputs needed to maintain safe speeds and spacing in traffic. This decreases fatigue, letting you feel more refreshed.

Enhanced Safety

ACC systems can react more quickly than humans to slowing vehicles ahead. This extra fraction of a second in response time can be crucial to avoiding rear end collisions. The more consistent speed control also improves safety for all nearby cars.

Smoother Traffic Flow

With vehicles maintaining steady speeds and gaps, traffic flow becomes more uniform. This reduces abrupt braking by other drivers that can lead to accidents. ACC adoption could continue improving commute times.

More Focus on Driving

Your attention shifts from speedometer watching to taking in more of the driving environment when ACC is active. Features like Lane Keeping Assist also work better in conjunction with ACC to maximize safety.

Ease in Traffic Jams

Stop & Go functionality takes the stress out of bumper to bumper traffic. Only needing to control steering and allowing the BMW to manage braking and acceleration helps both alertness and fuel efficiency.

Tips for Using BMW Adaptive Cruise Control

Like any advanced feature, getting the most from your BMW ACC requires understanding proper usage:

• Only activate ACC on limited access controlled highways where traffic is free flowing. Avoid winding roads or poor weather conditions.
• Adjust following distance based on speed. Use maximum following gap over 50 mph for more gradual speed changes.
• Disable ACC well in advance if you’ll need to exit or change lanes frequently. Manual driving is required for full control.
• Keep eyes on the road when ACC is active and be ready to brake as needed. Driver attentiveness is still required by law.
• In heavy rain or snow, enhanced sensor capabilities on newer BMW models can allow continued ACC use when safe and appropriate.

Following these usage tips will help you take full advantage of BMW’s adaptive cruise control for both safety and maximum driving ease.

How Does BMW ACC Compare to Rivals?

All major luxury automakers now offer adaptive cruise control to match consumer demand for these convenient and potentially lifesaving driver aids. How does BMW’s ACC stack up against key competitors?

Mercedes-Benz – Mercedes ACC works very similarly to BMW’s, with full speed Stop & Go functionality on newer models. Following distance can’t be adjusted over a set range of time gaps.

Audi – The Audi adaptive cruise mirrors BMW’s capabilities while adding traffic jam assist, which can completely stop and start the vehicle in traffic up to 40mph.

Lexus – Lexus ACC doesn’t bring the vehicle to a complete stop, requiring driver intervention at very low speeds. Operation may be less smooth than BMW’s system.

Acura – Similar to Lexus, Acura ACC slows all the way to a stop but doesn’t automatically reaccelerate when traffic moves. More driver input is required.

Volvo – Volvo ACC offers a range of following intervals like BMW, from 1 to 3 seconds. Autobraking for pedestrians is also included, but no Stop & Go feature.

Overall, BMW matches or leads many competitors in adaptive cruise technology – especially with the latest X5, X6, X7 or 8 Series models. Smooth acceleration and deceleration plus a wide range of selectable following distances provide excellent safety and ease of use.

The Future of Adaptive Cruise Control

Vehicle automation will continue progressing rapidly in coming years. How will ACC evolve along with self-driving technology?

• Expanded speed ranges – ACC may soon work at very low speeds and also at highway speeds over 100mph.
• More integration – ACC will combine inputs with lane centering, blind spot monitoring and other ADAS features for more natural automated driving.
• Camera and sensor upgrades – higher resolution cameras, multiple radar systems and more powerful vehicle to vehicle (V2V) communication will improve ACC responsiveness.
• New situations – going beyond just speed adjustment, future ACC may automatically apply maximum braking in emergencies or provide evasive steering input when needed.
• More vehicle types – heavy trucks are testing ACC, which could significantly improve highway safety and reduce accidents resulting from fatigued truckers.

These ACC enhancements will pave the way for fully autonomous vehicle operations as additional redundancies in sensors and vehicle control systems increase reliability.

What Does BMW ACC Cost?

As a standard feature on many BMWs, ACC itself doesn’t add to the purchase price or require membership fees to activate as with some automakers. However, you’ll need to choose specific packages or trim levels to get ACC included if not standard:

• 3 Series Sedan  – Adaptive cruise control pricing starts at $3000 above base price for Premium trim with Driver Assistance Package.
• 5 Series Sedan  – The base 530i doesn’t include ACC. You’ll need to add the $1700 Driver Assistance Package.
• 8 Series  – Getting ACC requires $1700 for the Driver Assistance Package on all coupe and convertible models.
• For SUV models like the X3, X4, X5 and X7, ACC comes standard on the volume selling trim levels, minimizing additional costs in most cases.

Overall ACC represents a minor expense given the benefits over a BMW’s lengthy lifespan. And the residual value boost from desirable safety features may offset the small initial price premium.

Should You Choose BMW ACC?

Adaptive cruise control has progressed from a novelty to a near requirement for most luxury car buyers. BMW has stayed at the forefront of ACC technology to provide a seamless driving experience.

For regular highway driving or commutes in congested traffic, few options deliver more daily value than BMW’s ACC equipped models. Camera and radar based systems reduce driver stress while enhancing safety through precise speed and distance management.

As BMW’s ACC capabilities continue to expand in areas like stop-and-go functionality and integration with other automated features, expect even broader adoption across BMW’s lineup. Having adaptive cruise can meaningfully improve any drive where traffic demands your full attention. Evaluating ACC should be a priority during your new vehicle research process.

As a lifelong BMW enthusiast, I founded BMW Insights in 2023 to combine my passion for the brand with my engineering degree from Munich and experience in BMW's R&D department. I now provide insider technical articles, how-to tutorials, test drives, and commentary on all things BMW. My lifelong immersion in the world of BMW allows me to offer a unique perspective for fellow BMW fans.

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E81, E82, E87, E88 (and E90, E91, E92, E93!) Cruise Control Retrofit and Coding Guide - with PDF download!

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Excellent write up!  

Thanks gents, the real test will be when someone brave enough (That's you John!) uses the guide to do his own! Should have part two done in a few days.  

rob-the-viking said: Thanks gents, the real test will be when someone brave enough (That's you John!) uses the guide to do his own! Should have part two done in a few days. Click to expand...

Part 2 is done. Please be warned, if you stray fro the instructions you do have the potential to brick modules in your car, be careful folks!!!!!!! Sorry the steering angle sensor calibration is a little vague at the end, but it is pretty straight forward. If I figured it out, anyone can! Any questions, please fire away, i will help where i can. If you don't fancy the fit or the coding part, i can fit and code it for you, but you will have to come to me, i'm in north east cambs, post code PE15. The fee for this coding will be 2 packets of hobnobs, or a bottle of red wine, or a donation to the forum!!  

Right as mentioned in part two you'll need an OBD lead. If your car is 2007 onwards, you need a d-can lead, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/INPA-Ediabas-...Accessories&hash=item4aa92e2cf8#ht_6139wt_922 . If your can was born before 01/2007 you can use a modified VAGCOM lead for your coding. J1mmy sells these for about £30 all in and they include software. That is a bargain folks! http://babybmw.net/ucp.php?i=pm&mode=compose&u=9681  

rob-the-viking said: Right as mentioned in part two you'll need an OBD lead. If your car is 2007 onwards, you need a d-can lead, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/INPA-Ediabas-...Accessories&hash=item4aa92e2cf8#ht_6139wt_922 . If your can was born before 01/2007 you can use a modified VAGCOM lead for your coding. J1mmy sells these for about £30 all in and they include software. That is a bargain folks! http://babybmw.net/ucp.php?i=pm&mode=compose&u=9681 Click to expand...

You should be able to do that with NCS expert mate, but the process is different to the one I have written here, it's more in depth. I'll do some digging and see what I can find.  

Slip ring on the bay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/bmw-e90-and-1..._CarParts_SM&hash=item33689cc191#ht_500wt_922 for sale. For a coupe or softtop (no rear wiper) with MFSW but without auto wipers.  

Hi Rob, I bought that slip ring for my 2008 E82 coupe with mfsw with no auto wipers or rear wash/wipe. I take it I'll need a new cowling for the extra cruise stalk to go through? Edit; just looked through the forum an eqcons has given the part number for the lower shroud of the steering column: 61316950263. Just seeing which d-cann lead will be the best (cheapest...). Cheers, Craig  

Hi Guys, I'm new to this forum, to coding and many other things and need your help. Have a 120d without mfsw and want to retrofit it. So started my search here in the Netherlands for a slip ring with cruise control, mfsw buttons and the trim. After some good searching i only find a slip ring with mfsw, the buttons and the trim. Unfortinetly no cruise control, i bought it anyway and installed everything following the DIY that Rob has made. I followed the same coding part, but added 1 option to the VO and that is $249 for mfsw and coded the car, but the msfw still doesn't work. Anyone has an idea? Help would me appreciated!! Greets!  

Did you sg_codieren the car after adding the option to the VO in the CAS and the FRM?  

Hi Rob, I did. First I added the option to the VO in CAS and FRM and then coded it. I saw my dash lit up as a christmas tree. I'm also going to try a fresh clean installation of NCS and INPA. Thnx!  

You will need to recalibrate the steering angle sensor afterwards mate, this should get rid of all the lights! You might want to update the daten files to the latest versions too, if your car has been coded/updated at BMW this could cause issues if you try to use older software.  

Strange one thin. Car you see $249 in the options list one you have added it? Which version of NCS are you using? When I added cruise I needed to recalibrate the steering angle sensor to get rid of the lights on the dash. Soed the coding succeed for all modules when you do 'sg_codieren'? I added the option code for MFSW, but have not gotten around to buying the panel I need! Looking at BMW's guide, all you replace is the slip ring then code it. Perhaps there is some more coding to be carried out, possiblt in the IHKA and RAD modules some values need changing. I'll do some digging and get back to you mate.  

Hey Rob, First of all i did a clean installation of INPA/NCS/EDIABAS and then retryed the coding, I did again follow your DIY and at the step that I have to add the option $249 (btw i see that i'm using a dollar sign, is this correct?) I already did see it there. I just completed your DIY without the steering angle sensor calibration and it's still not working. I'm using the 3.1.0 version of NCS and cant see the version of the DATEN files, I'm downloading V40 anyway. All the coding went well and I had to set my time afterwards. Thnx!!!  

Antepliseydo said: Hey Rob, First of all i did a clean installation of INPA/NCS/EDIABAS and then retryed the coding, I did again follow your DIY and at the step that I have to add the option $249 (btw i see that i'm using a dollar sign, is this correct?) I already did see it there. I just completed your DIY without the steering angle sensor calibration and it's still not working. I'm using the 3.1.0 version of NCS and cant see the version of the DATEN files, I'm downloading V40 anyway. All the coding went well and I had to set my time afterwards. Thnx!!! Click to expand...

The wiring is at the connector for the slip ring. The new slip ring will just have the necessary wiring the other side to connect it up and pass the signals through. Does the test in INPA work? Find the page for MFSW ad icons should appear on the screen, that go black whenyou press a button. Dollar sign is correct. Did the replacemen slip ring have auto wipers and does your car?  

To remove an option code, highlight it in the list and hit 'del' on your keyboard, then write the new FA to CAS and FRM, and code car afterwards. If I can find a set of MFSW buttons I'll try them on mine to see it it works.  

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Well I just got done with a 300 mile road trip and I used the adaptive cruise control for part of the way. During part of my trip I encountered some light snow. After driving about 20 mins in the light snow the adaptive cruise contol gives me a warning saying that it is malfunctioning and disabling itself because the sensors were dirty. I guess the ice began to block the radar sensors. It was a bummer......however about 2 hours later when I drove into a bit warmer weather the ice must have melted because he adaptive cruise control started again.........just thought I'd share the experience.........also right before the system malfunctioned I. Priced the car kept accelerating even tho a car was right in front of me....the collision warning system kicked in and that's what made the whole system malfunction.....l  

Mine failed once while taking a long drive down highway 5 in CA, through farm land (lots of insects). 15 minutes later, it started working again. I assume an insect hit the sensor, buy it's just a reasonable guess. I had bmw check it the next time I was in (soon after), and they found no issue.  

I've always had this problem when driving in slush or certain types of snow. I try to avoid it by cleaning off the sensor at frequent intervals when driving under such conditions. Unfortunately it doesn't always prevent the problem. Maybe some sort of de-icing chemical applied to the sensor might be effective.  

Very common problem with this type of system. Remember, its Radar. Sent from my DROIDX using Bimmer  

BMW should have installed some heating mechanism or self cleaning device to it.....  

Just to be precise, you mixed "adaptive" with "active" in your post, and used both terms. Adaptive Cruise is the standard system, "ACTIVE" Cruise is the optional, radar-based system which you are describing.  

what is the diffrence between regular cruise and adaptive cruise?  

Ok i checked it out the one that is standard is called dynamic cruise not adaptive cruise control....Both active and adpative are used to describe the same thing, they are interchangable words.  

I had this issue recently when I traveled from OKC to Midland, TX. MY car complained about sensor being dirty and turned off cruise control all together. I have two questions: Is there any way to switch from Active to Normal mode if you have this issue again? Where is the location of the radar sensor that the system complained about? I would like to see if I clean it next time when I get this message.  

rauan said: I had this issue recently when I traveled from OKC to Midland, TX. MY car complained about sensor being dirty and turned off cruise control all together. I have two questions: Is there any way to switch from Active to Normal mode if you have this issue again? Where is the location of the radar sensor that the system complained about? I would like to see if I clean it next time when I get this message. Click to expand...

Sorry, must have missed it... But what is the question left unanswered  

This was my question, but I am not sure if dirty sensor is a problem at all. "Where is the location of the radar sensor that the system complained about? I would like to see if I clean it next time when I get this message."  

ahh The dirty sensor error is a generic error - it assume its dirty when it doesn't get readings within a range its expecting is what I have been told; So in cases of heavy rain, snow, fog etc it will trigger that alert and stop working. The normal dirt/salt build up on the sensor also triggers it the sensor is in the front middle,lower part of th bumper, you will see a approx 6x6 inch square that kind a blends in, but you can certainly tell its there... I have a M sport, so each of the models is a little different but kinda the same from what I recall; should be obvious once you realize that 6x6 square is the sensor in the lower part of of the bumper, centre mass of the car  

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Service-Bewertung : Ich konnte, da mein Flug ausgefallen war, ohne Umstände den Shuttle Service auf den nächsten Tag verlegen! Ich bin sehr zufrieden!! Produkt : Der Fahrer hat am Flughafen mit einem Schild mit meinem Namen auf mich gewartet. Den vorher gebuchten Kindersitz hatte er auch dabei. Bin skr zufrieden und würde hier sofort wieder buchen.

Easy website to use

Very good and pleasant driver

dificult because the round trip was nt from to the same airport.

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