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Fitment notes: Auxiliary 12V battery; located in trunk or cargo area; supports high-voltage electric drivetrain systems
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Every control module on the 2025 BMW 5 Series i5 M60 xDrive — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
⚠️ HV power distribution and safety disconnect. Requires HV isolation testing and dealer-level programming. Part of battery pack assembly; rarely replaced independently.
Secondary Motor Electronics / Rear Motor Controller (SME)4.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear axle assembly, integrated with rear electric motor
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + ICOM Next
⚠️ Controls rear electric motor (xDrive). Requires DME synchronization and HV system calibration after replacement.
📍 Each headlight assembly (left/right) and windshield camera module
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + ICOM Next
⚠️ Adaptive LED with matrix/laser options. KAFAS integrates camera for lane-keeping, traffic sign recognition. Headlight aim calibration and camera calibration required after replacement.
Car Access System (CAS)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +2.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console or steering column area
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + ICOM Next
⚠️ Immobilizer and keyless entry/start. All keys must be re-synchronized. ISN exchange with DME mandatory. Dealer-only operation.
Active Cruise Control Radar / Driving Assistant Professional (ACC/KAFAS Radar)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Front bumper center (radar) and windshield (camera/radar fusion)
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + ICOM Next
⚠️ Adaptive cruise, collision warning, emergency braking. Radar and camera alignment on dedicated alignment rack required. Dealer-level calibration mandatory.
⚠️ Full digital display. VIN and mileage programming required; mileage transfer from old module mandatory to prevent odometer fraud flags.
Digital Motor Electronics (DME)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, rear firewall center or left side near shock tower
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + ICOM Next
⚠️ Dual-motor electric powertrain; DME coordinates both front and rear motor controllers. ISN synchronization with CAS required. Dealer authentication mandatory.
Tailgate Module / Rear Lid Function (HKL/HKFM)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk/tailgate, left or right side panel
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or BMW ISTA/D
⚠️ Power tailgate with kick-sensor. Calibration of open/close limits required after replacement.
⚠️ 5G LTE connectivity for ConnectedDrive, remote services, OTA updates. Subscription and VIN activation required.
Park Distance Control (PDC)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper area or integrated with BDC/FEM
🔧 Autel MaxiSys or BMW ISTA/D
⚠️ Ultrasonic parking sensors front/rear. Sensor calibration may be required but often auto-learns. Basic coding accessible to aftermarket.
Electronic Transmission Control / Transmission Control Unit (EGS/TCU)no coding
📍 Integrated with electric drive unit; no traditional transmission
⚠️ i5 M60 uses single-speed reduction gearboxes per motor; no separate TCM module. Drive logic handled by DME and EME.
Electric Fuel Pump Control Module (EKPM)no coding
📍 Not applicable
⚠️ i5 M60 is fully electric; no fuel system or EKPM present.
Transfer Case Control / xDrive Controller (VTG)no coding
📍 Not applicable (dual-motor xDrive)
⚠️ i5 M60 xDrive uses independent front/rear electric motors; no mechanical transfer case or VTG module. Torque distribution managed by DME/EME/SME.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2025 BMW 5 Series i5 M60 xDrive Dual Motor Electric and can vary by trim.
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