Fitment notes: 12V auxiliary battery; located in trunk; supports start-stop and high-voltage system
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Every control module on the 2022-2026 BMW i4 — 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.
Battery Management System / High Voltage Battery Control (BMS/SME)8.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +2.0 hr
📍 Integrated with high-voltage battery pack, under floor
⚠️ Controls seat adjustment, heating, ventilation; memory seat adaptation required; occupancy sensor calibration may be needed
Park Distance Control (PDC)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr
📍 Behind rear bumper, center
🔧 BMW ISTA or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Ultrasonic parking sensors; sensor calibration may be required; often integrated with camera module
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 i4 M50 Dual Motor AWD and can vary by trim.
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