Every control module on the 2018-2025 BMW M760i — 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.
Integrated Heating Air Conditioning (IHKA) 3.5 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +0.5 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dash, above transmission tunnel
🔧 BMW ISTA/D
⚠️ 4-zone automatic climate control. Dash removal required. Refrigerant recovery/recharge needed.
Electronic Transmission Control (EGS) 3.2 hr R&R security gateway +1.2 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Transmission housing, driver side external mount
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ ZF 8HP 8-speed. Requires adaptation and VIN coding. Oil service required during R&R.
Electric Power Steering (EPS) 2.8 hr R&R security gateway +1.0 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Steering column assembly, lower dash area
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ Integral Active Steering (IAS) on M760i. Requires steering angle calibration and end-stop learning.
Digital Motor Electronics (DME) 2.5 hr R&R security gateway +1.5 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, rear firewall driver side under cowl panel
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ N63TU4 V12 engine. Requires ISN synchronization with CAS. Gateway authentication mandatory for programming.
Head Unit iDrive Controller (HU-NBT EVO) 2.2 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +0.8 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dash display screen
🔧 BMW ISTA/P
⚠️ NBT EVO iDrive system. Navigation and entertainment. FSC codes may need reactivation after replacement.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 2.0 hr R&R security gateway +1.0 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side inner fender near brake master cylinder
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ Integrated ABS/DSC/DTC. Brake bleed required after replacement. Steering angle sensor calibration mandatory.
Front Electronic Module (FEM) 1.8 hr R&R security gateway +1.0 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Front passenger footwell behind trim panel
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ Body Domain Controller. Controls lighting, wipers, comfort access. Critical module requiring full vehicle order coding.
Electronic Damper Control (EDC) 1.5 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +0.5 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Trunk floor, center near rear axle
🔧 BMW ISTA/D
⚠️ Executive Drive Pro active suspension. Ride height calibration required. Air suspension compressor integration.
Top View Camera Module (KAFAS) 1.5 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +0.8 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Windshield top center (forward camera) and trunk/mirrors (surround cameras)
🔧 BMW ISTA/P
⚠️ Surround View and front camera for driver assistance. Windshield recalibration required for KAFAS. Multiple camera locations.
Door Module (TRSVC) 1.5 hr R&R aftermarket tool +0.3 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Inside each door (4 total)
🔧 BMW ISTA/D or Autel
⚠️ Controls windows, mirrors, soft-close, ambient lighting. Window initialization required after replacement.
Central Gateway Module (ZGW) 1.5 hr R&R security gateway +2.0 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Front passenger footwell behind FEM
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ Security gateway. Controls all module authentication. Replacement requires factory authorization and full vehicle recoding.
Car Access System (CAS) 1.5 hr R&R security gateway +1.5 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Steering column area, left side of column
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ CAS4+ system. All keys must be reprogrammed. ISN sync with DME mandatory. Comfort Access included.
Advanced Crash Safety Module (ACSM) 1.2 hr R&R security gateway +0.8 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Center console tunnel under front seats
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ Controls all airbags and seatbelt pretensioners. Crash data must be cleared. Battery disconnect required.
Adaptive LED Headlight Module (AHL) 1.2 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +0.5 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Each headlight assembly (left and right)
🔧 BMW ISTA/D
⚠️ Laser light option available. Requires headlight aim calibration after replacement. Per-side module.
Active Cruise Control Radar (ACC) 1.2 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +1.0 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Front bumper center behind grille
🔧 BMW ISTA/P
⚠️ Adaptive cruise and collision warning. Radar alignment required after replacement using ISTA target procedure.
Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) 1.0 hr R&R security gateway +1.0 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Instrument panel behind steering wheel
🔧 BMW ISTA/P + dealer authentication
⚠️ Digital display cluster. Mileage programming requires dealer authentication. VIN must match.
Tailgate Module (HKL) 1.0 hr R&R aftermarket tool +0.3 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Trunk lid, driver side inner panel
🔧 BMW ISTA/D or Autel
⚠️ Soft-close trunk. Requires initialization and limit learning after replacement.
Telematics Communication Box (TCB) 1.0 hr R&R dealer / factory tool +0.5 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Rear parcel shelf driver side or trunk left side
🔧 BMW ISTA/D
⚠️ BMW Assist and ConnectedDrive. Requires subscription reactivation and SIM provisioning.
Fuel Pump Control Module (EKPM) 0.8 hr R&R aftermarket tool +0.3 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Trunk floor under carpet, driver side near fuel tank
🔧 BMW ISTA/D or Autel
⚠️ Controls dual fuel pumps. Basic adaptation usually sufficient with aftermarket tools.
Park Distance Control (PDC) 0.8 hr R&R aftermarket tool +0.2 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Trunk floor, passenger side
🔧 BMW ISTA/D or Autel
⚠️ Front and rear parking sensors. Calibration usually automatic after replacement.
Seat Module (SM) 0.8 hr R&R aftermarket tool +0.3 hr ▸ programming details
📍 Under each front seat (driver and passenger)
🔧 BMW ISTA/D or Autel
⚠️ Controls seat adjustment, heating, ventilation, massage. Rear seat modules also present. Per-seat module.
Active Protection System (APS) no coding
📍 Integrated with ACSM
⚠️ Pre-crash system integrated into ACSM. No separate module replacement.
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