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2013 BMW M3 E90

4.0L V8 S65RWDDCTgas
Repairs0Labor499Torque3925Fluid7DTC909Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
U2100moderate severityNetwork

Initial Setup Not Complete

on 2013 BMW M3 E90 4.0L V8 S65 · RWD

What this code means

The vehicle or module initial setup procedure has not been completed. Required after major module replacement.

Symptoms

  • Multiple systems in limited mode
  • Features not available
  • Setup reminder messages
  • Module self-tests not passed

Common causes

  • Post-replacement setup not done
  • Battery disconnect reset setup flags
  • Module replacement without completing setup
  • Programming interrupted during setup

Diagnostic steps

  1. Run complete vehicle setup procedure
  2. Perform module initialization sequence
  3. Complete all post-replacement steps per service manual
  4. Verify each system completes self-test

Repair notes

Complete the full post-service initialization procedure per manufacturer service manual.

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