Technical�training.
Product�information.
G12�Climate�Control
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BMW�Service
General�information
Symbols�used
The�following�symbol�is�used�in�this�document�to�facilitate�better�comprehension�or�to�draw�attention
to�very�important�information:
Contains�important�safety�information�and�information�that�needs�to�be�observed�strictly�in�order�to
guarantee�the�smooth�operation�of�the�system.
Information�status�and�national-market�versions
BMW�Group�vehicles�meet�the�requirements�of�the�highest�safety�and�quality�standards.�Changes
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in�requirements�for�environmental�protection,�customer�benefits�and�design�render�necessary
continuous�development�of�systems�and�components.�Consequently,�there�may�be�discrepancies
between�the�contents�of�this�document�and�the�vehicles�available�in�the�training�course.
This�document�basically�relates�to�the�European�version�of�left�hand�drive�vehicles.�Some�operating
elements�or�components�are�arranged�differently�in�right-hand�drive�vehicles�than�shown�in�the
graphics�in�this�document.�Further�differences�may�arise�as�the�result�of�the�equipment�specification�in
specific�markets�or�countries.
Additional�sources�of�information
Further�information�on�the�individual�topics�can�be�found�in�the�following:
• Owner's�Handbook
• Integrated�Service�Technical�Application.
Contact:�[email protected]
©2015�BMW�AG,�Munich
Reprints�of�this�publication�or�its�parts�require�the�written�approval�of�BMW�AG,�Munich
The�information�contained�in�this�document�forms�an�integral�part�of�the�technical�training�of�the
BMW�Group�and�is�intended�for�the�trainer�and�participants�in�the�seminar.�Refer�to�the�latest�relevant
information�systems�of�the�BMW�Group�for�any�changes/additions�to�the�technical�data.
Information�status:�June�2015
BV-72/Technical�Training
G12�Climate�Control
Contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1. In� general.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2. Refrigerant......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.3. Overview............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.3.1. Zones....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3.2. Operating�elements.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Cooling�Circuit...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.1. Overview............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Refrigerant�Circuit.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
3.1. Overview............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3.2. A/C�compressor....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
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3.3. Evaporator�with�Accumulator............................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.4. Refrigerant�lines�(inner�heat�exchanger�–�IWT).......................................................................................................7
3.5. Coolant-cooled�air�conditioning�condenser................................................................................................................ 8
4. Functions................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
4.1. 4-zone�automatic�heating/air�conditioning................................................................................................................ 10
4.1.1. Wiring�diagram..................................................................................................................................................................... 11
4.1.2. 4-zone�IHKA�control�panel............................................................................................................................... 13
4.1.3. Layering........................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1.4. 4-zone�IHKA�control�panel�for�rear�passenger�compartment.....................15
4.1.5. Touch�Command.............................................................................................................................................................. 16
4.1.6. Air�treatment............................................................................................................................................................................16
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G12�Climate�Control
1.�Introduction
1.1.�In�general
The�climate�control�system�in�the�new�G12�BMW�7�Series�has�been�updated�from�previous�systems.
A�newly�developed�4�zone�heating�and�air-conditioning�unit�is�used�on�all�G12�models.
A�brushless�blower�motor�integrated�into�the�heating�and�air-conditioning�unit�provides�the�supply�of
fresh�air�to�the�vehicle�interior�via�2�microfilters.�The�microfilters�as�well�as�the�blower�motor�can�be
accessed�from�the�right�footwell.
The�IHKA�control�unit�is�part�of�the�heating�and�air-conditioning�control�panel.
Work�on�heating�and�air-conditioning�systems�must�only�be�performed�by�competent�and�qualified
personnel.�Workshop�personnel�performing�activities�in�connection�with�heating�and�air-conditioning
systems�in�vehicles�require�a�certificate�of�training.
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1.2.�Refrigerant
In�the�US�market�R134a�will�still�be�used.�R1234yf�will�be�used�in�the�G12�starting�in�03/16�,�and�in�the
remaining�US�vehicles�from�07/16.
1.3.�Overview
The�4-zone�version�of�the�integrated�automatic�heating/air�conditioning�system�(IHKA)�is�installed�in
the�G12.�No�other�IHKA�options�are�available�at�the�start�of�production.
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1.�Introduction
1.3.1.�Zones
4-zone�automatic�heating/air�conditioning
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G12�4/3-zone�IHKA�–�overview
Index Explanation
1 Air�flow�control�for�driver/front�passenger
2 Temperature�adjustment�for�driver/front�passenger
3 Air�flow�control�for�rear�passenger�compartment
4 Temperature�adjustment�for�rear�passenger�compartment,�left/right
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1.�Introduction
1.3.2.�Operating�elements
The�first�digit�represents�the�various�temperature�zones,�in�this�case�4�different�adjustment�options�for
the�entire�vehicle�interior.�The�digit�3�represents�the�various�adjustment�options�for�the�amount�of�air,
in�this�case�3�for�the�entire�vehicle�interior.
4-zone�automatic�heating/air�conditioning
Temperature front:�left/right
rear:�left/right
Amount�of�air front:�left/right
rear:�jointly�for�left/right�in�center
Control�panels�for�driver/front�passenger
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G12�touch�control�panel
Control�panels�in�rear�passenger�compartment
G12�rear�control�panel
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2.�Cooling�Circuit
2.1.�Overview
The�engines�coolant�circuit�is�used�to�heat�the�vehicle�interior.�The�lines�are�routed�differently
depending�on�the�engine�version.�On�all�models�the�coolant�lines�together�with�the�refrigerant�lines
are�always�routed�on�the�left-hand�side�of�the�vehicle�through�the�bulkhead�into�the�vehicle�interior.
G12�coolant�circuit
Index Explanation
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1 Radiator
2 Engine�coolant�pump
3 Electric�coolant�pump
4 Expansion�tank
5 Micro�filter
6 Heat�exchanger
7 Heating�and�air-conditioning�unit
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3.�Refrigerant�Circuit
3.1.�Overview
The�location�of�the�refrigerant�and�coolant�lines�enters�the�passenger�compartment�on�the�left-hand
side�of�the�engine�compartment.
G12�refrigerant�circuit
Index Explanation
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1 Micro�filter
2 Evaporator
3 Rear�air-conditioner�(Not�for�US)
4 Heating�and�air-conditioning�unit
5 A/C�compressor
6 Air�conditioning�condenser
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3.�Refrigerant�Circuit
3.2.�A/C�compressor
The�air�conditioning�compressor�has�been�technically�revised�and�its�performance�has�been
optimized.
3.3.�Evaporator�with�Accumulator
The�automatic�engine�start-stop�function�(MSA)�can�be�used�to�switch�off�the�engine.�In�this�case,�no
refrigerant�is�delivered�to�the�evaporator.�As�a�result,�only�limited�cooling�capacity�is�available�to�cool
the�vehicle�interior.�If�the�vehicle�is�at�a�standstill�for�an�extended�period�of�time,�the�engine�needs�to�be
restarted�in�order�to�cool�the�interior.�This�counteracts�the�Efficient�Dynamics�measures�and�increases
fuel�consumption.
An�accumulator�evaporator�is�used.�It�is�installed�upstream�of�the�air-conditioning�evaporator�and�has
the�same�concept�as�on�the�F10.�The�accumulator�evaporator�is�filled�with�a�latent�substance�that�can
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absorb�and�store�cooling�energy�very�effectively.�The�cold�air�flowing�past�in�normal�operation�charges
the�accumulator�evaporator�and�can�almost�double�its�capacity.
G12�accumulator�evaporator
Index Explanation
1 Refrigerant�evaporator
2 Accumulator�evaporator
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3.�Refrigerant�Circuit
3.4.�Refrigerant�lines�(inner�heat�exchanger�–�IWT)
A�new�component�is�being�used�in�the�G12�refrigerant�circuit:�the�inner�heat�exchanger�(IWT).�This
special�pipe-in-pipe�system�uses�the�refrigerant�exiting�the�evaporator�(with�a�temperature�of�approx.
5°�C�/�41°�F)�to�cool�down�the�previously�condensed�refrigerant�from�the�air�conditioning�condenser
from�approx.�55°�C�/�131°�F�to�approx.�45°C�/�113°�F.�This�increases�the�evaporator�performance
and�reduces�the�circulating�flow�of�refrigerant�with�the�same�cooling�power.�As�a�result,�the�power
consumption�of�the�air�conditioning�compressor�is�reduced,�which�lowers�fuel�consumption.
The�heat�input�into�the�refrigerant�flowing�to�the�compressor�causes�the�refrigerant�to�completely
evaporate.�This�prevents�liquid�refrigerant�that�is�carried�along�from�entering�the�air�conditioning
compressor.
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G12�new�refrigerant�line
Index Explanation
1 Intake�pipe�(return�to�air�conditioning�compressor)
2 Pressure�line�(feed�to�evaporator)
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3.�Refrigerant�Circuit
3.5.�Coolant-cooled�air�conditioning�condenser
For�the�G12�740i�with�the�engine�version�B58,�a�coolant-cooled�air�conditioning�condenser�is�being
used�for�the�first�time.�The�previous�air�conditioning�condenser�in�the�radiator�assembly�is�no�longer
used.�The�low-temperature�circuit�for�the�turbocharger�intercooler�is�also�used�for�the�air�conditioning
condenser�circuit�(via�a�coolant/refrigerant�heat�exchanger).�An�electric�coolant�pump�adjusts�the
requested�cooling�power�from�the�air�conditioning�system�and�combustion�engine.
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G12�low-temperature�coolant�circuit
Index Explanation
1 Low�temperature�of�radiator
2 Air�conditioning�evaporator
3 Indirect�charge�air�cooler
4 A/C�compressor
5 Coolant/refrigerant�heat�exchanger
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3.�Refrigerant�Circuit
Index Explanation
6 Expansion�tank
7 Electric�coolant�pump
8 Inner�heat�exchanger�(IWT)
A Temperature�of�refrigerant�upon�entering�heat�exchanger/air
conditioning�condenser�=�+�80°�C�/�176°�F
B Temperature�of�refrigerant�upon�exiting�heat�exchanger/air�conditioning
condenser�=�+�55°�C�/�131°�F
C Temperature�of�refrigerant�upon�exiting�inner�heat�exchanger
(IWT)�+�45°�C�/�113°�F
D Temperature�of�refrigerant�upon�exiting�evaporator�+�5°�C�/�41°�F
E Temperature�of�refrigerant�upon�exiting�inner�heat�exchanger
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(IWT)�+�15°�C�/�59°�F
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4.�Functions
4.1.�4-zone�automatic�heating/air�conditioning
For�the�4-zone�IHKA,�an�additional�control�panel�is�installed�in�the�rear�passenger�compartment.
This�gives�the�rear�seat�passengers�the�option�of�individual�temperature�control�as�well�as�joint
control�of�the�amount�of�air.�The�current�settings�of�the�driver�can�be�transferred�to�the�rear�passenger
compartment�by�pressing�the�"SYNC"�button�installed�in�the�front�IHKA�control�panel.
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G12�4/3-zone�–�overview
Index Explanation
1 Air�flow�control�for�driver/front�passenger
2 Temperature�adjustment�for�driver/front�passenger
3 Air�flow�control�for�rear�passenger�compartment
4 Temperature�adjustment�for�rear�passenger�compartment,�left/right
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4.�Functions
4.1.1.�Wiring�diagram
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4/3-zone�wiring�diagram
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4.�Functions
Index Explanation
1 Auxiliary�Heating
2 Rain‐light‐solar-condensation�sensor
3 Air�conditioning�compressor
4 Fuse�in�power�distribution�box,�engine�compartment
5 Automatic�air�recirculation�control�sensor
6 Outside�temperature�sensor
7 Refrigerant�pressure�sensor
8 Body�Domain�Controller�(BDC)
9 Fuses�in�power�distribution�box,�front�right
10 Blower�motor
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11 Temperature�sensor�for�evaporator
12 Temperature�sensor�for�footwell,�left
13 Temperature�sensor�for�footwell,�right
14 Lighting�for�fresh�air�grille�for�B-pillar,�right
15 Fuse�in�power�distribution�box,�rear�right
16 Temperature�sensor�for�footwell,�rear�right
17 Temperature�sensor�for�footwell,�rear�left
18 Temperature�sensor�for�rear�passenger�compartment,�center�fresh-air�vent
19 Blower�motor
20 IHKA�control�panel,�rear�passenger�compartment
21 Lighting�for�fresh�air�grille�for�B-pillar,�left
22 Electric�auxiliary�heater
23 Stepper�motor�for�fresh�air
24 Stepper�motor�for�air�recirculation�function
25 Stepper�motor,�defrost
26 Stepper�motor�for�ventilation,�left
27 Stepper�motor�for�ventilation,�right
28 Stepper�motor�for�stratification,�left
39 Stepper�motor�for�stratification,�right
30 Stepper�motor,�footwell,�left
31 Stepper�motor,�footwell,�right
32 Stepper�motor�for�air�distribution�in�rear�passenger�compartment,�left
33 Stepper�motor�for�air�distribution�in�rear�passenger�compartment,�right
34 Stepper�motor�for�blending�flap�in�rear�passenger�compartment,�left
35 Stepper�motor�for�blending�flap�in�rear�passenger�compartment,�right
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4.�Functions
Index Explanation
36 Stepper�motor�for�blending�flap�in�rear�passenger�compartment,�left
37 Stepper�motor�for�blending�flap�in�rear�passenger�compartment,�right
38 Stepper�motor�for�indirect�ventilation
39 Temperature�sensor�for�ventilation,�left
40 Temperature�sensor�for�ventilation,�right
41 IHKA�control�unit
42 IHKA�control�panel�for�driver/front�passenger
43 Lighting�for�knurled�wheel,�ventilation�outlet
44 Stratification�controller�with�touch�operation
45 Lighting�for�knurled�wheel,�ventilation�outlet
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4.1.2.�4-zone�IHKA�control�panel
The�4-zone�IHKA�operating�concept�features�a�full-�color�display�IHKA.�The�bottom�of�the�display
between�the�two�temperature�selector�wheels�now�features�a�touch�panel�for�the�first�time.�The
amount�of�air�for�the�driver/front�passenger�as�well�as�the�seat�heating/active�seat�ventilation�and
the�air�freshener�can�be�adjusted�using�touch�control.�To�do�so,�users�must�touch�the�symbol�on�the
display.�As�soon�as�the�touch�panel�detects�that�a�user�has�touched�the�screen,�an�information�page
appears�on�the�central�information�display�(CID)�with�information�about�the�desired�setting�for�the
operator.�This�page�disappears�automatically�after�a�few�seconds.
On�the�4-zone�IHKA,�the�current�settings�of�the�driver�for�temperature,�amount�of�air�and�air
distribution�can�be�transferred�to�the�passenger's�side�and�the�rear�passenger�compartment�by
pressing�the�SYNC�button.
G12�4-zone�IHKA�control�panel�with�touch�operation
Index Explanation
1 Touch-sensitive�surface�(touch�panel)
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4.�Functions
4.1.3.�Layering
In�conjunction�with�the�4-zone�IHKA,�a�touch-sensitive�touch�panel�for�adjusting�the�stratification�has
been�installed�for�the�first�time�underneath�the�center�vent�for�the�temperature�stratification�(separate
for�the�driver/front�passenger).�To�adjust,�users�can�slide�their�finger�or�touch�the�panel�at�the�desired
position.�The�index�then�jumps�directly�to�the�position�that�the�user�has�touched.�The�third�option�is
to�touch�the�respective�end�position�(blue�or�red).�The�index�then�jumps�one�level�in�the�respective
direction.�As�soon�as�the�system�detects�that�a�user�has�touched�the�panel,�this�is�shown�accordingly
on�the�central�information�display�(CID).
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G12�touch�stratification
Index Explanation
1 Rotary�controller�for�opening/closing�the�center�vent�–�driver
2 Cold�stratification�range
3 Touch-sensitive�surface�(touch�panel)
4 Warm�stratification�range
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4.�Functions
4.1.4.�4-zone�IHKA�control�panel�for�rear�passenger�compartment
In�addition,�the�4-zone�IHKA�has�a�control�panel�in�the�rear�passenger�compartment.�The�rear
passengers�can�separately�adjust�the�temperature�on�the�left�and�right.�The�air�distribution�and�the
amount�of�air�flow�is�combined�and�not�adjusted�separately�for�the�left�and�right�rear�passenger
compartment.
On�the�4-zone�IHKA,�the�current�settings�of�the�driver�for�temperature,�amount�of�air�and�air
distribution�can�be�transferred�to�the�passenger's�side�and�the�rear�passenger�compartment�by
pressing�the�SYNC�button.
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G12�4-zone�IHKA�control�panel�for�rear�passenger�compartment
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4.�Functions
4.1.5.�Touch�Command
The�new�Touch�Command�operating�element�(optional�equipment�6U9)�is�being�used�in�the�G12
for�the�first�time.�The�removable�tablet�PC�not�only�replaces�the�rear�passenger�compartment�iDrive
controller,�it�also�provides�additional�functions.�All�settings�and�functions�of�the�IHKA�control�panel�for
the�rear�passenger�compartment�can�also�be�configured/activated�with�the�Touch�Command.�Further
information�on�Touch�Command�can�be�found�in�the�Training�Reference�Manual�"�G12�Display�and
Operating�Elements".
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G12�Touch�Command
4.1.6.�Air�treatment
Air�freshener
The�Ambient�Air�Package�optional�equipment�(OE�4NM)�includes�an�air�freshener�and�an�ionizer.
The�air�freshener�enhances�the�vehicle�interior�with�one�of�4�selectable�fragrances,�each�of�which
is�available�in�2�intensity�levels.�2�of�these�4�selectable�cartridges�can�be�placed�together�in�a�small
extendable�storage�compartment�in�the�glove�box�on�the�passenger's�side.�Customers�can�then
decide�between�one�of�the�two�fragrances�provided.�It�is�only�possible�to�select�the�available�fragrance
cartridges�on�the�central�information�display�(CID)�using�the�iDrive�controller.�An�intensity�level�from�1
to�3�can�be�selected�by�the�menu�on�the�central�information�display�(CID)�or�using�the�button�on�the�air
conditioning�control�panel.�If�the�user�activates�the�air�freshener�the�information�window�automatically
appears�on�the�central�information�display�(CID).�It�is�not�possible�to�mix�the�two�fragrances.
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4.�Functions
G12�air�freshener�graphic�on�CID
The�selected�fragrance�enhances�the�vehicle�interior�in�pulses�at�defined�intervals�according�to�the
configured�intensity�level.�This�is�because�a�person's�sense�of�smell�adjusts�to�a�given�scent�relatively
quickly�and�then�no�longer�perceives�it.�When�stepping�into�the�vehicle,�a�"welcome�scenario"�is
activated�depending�on�the�settings�of�the�personalized�ignition�key�(Key�Memory).�Depending�on�the
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setting�for�the�intensity�level,�a�separate�fan�installed�in�the�air�freshener�unit�then�directs�air�through
the�cartridge�every�90�s�–�5�min,�which�is�supplied�to�the�vehicle�interior.�The�enhanced�air�is�only
directed�into�the�vehicle�interior�at�one�central�point�at�the�top�of�the�instrument�panel.�To�facilitate�this,
it�must�be�ensured�that�the�vehicle�interior�is�indirectly�ventilated.�If�the�air�freshener�is�deactivated�on
the�central�information�display�(CID),�the�integrated�fan�in�the�air�freshener�unit�continues�running�for
approx.�30�s�to�purge�the�system.
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4.�Functions
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G12�air�freshener�unit�on�left-hand�drive�vehicles
Index Explanation
1 Air�line�from�the�air�freshener�unit�to�the�air�vent�in�the�dash�panel
2 Air�freshener�unit
3 Fragrance�cartridge
The�air�freshener�unit�is�installed�in�the�glove�box�on�the�passenger's�side.
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4.�Functions
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G12�air�freshener�unit�with�2�cartridges�on�left-hand�drive�vehicle
Index Explanation
A Air�freshener�unit�–�view�from�vehicle�interior
B Air�freshener�unit�–�view�from�engine�compartment
1 Servomotor�for�controlling�the�air�flaps�for�the�various�fragrances
2 Air�flaps
3 Fragrance�cartridges
4 Blower�of�air�freshener�unit
5 Air�intake�opening
6 Air�outlet�opening�for�the�scented�air
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4.�Functions
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G12�air�freshener�wiring�diagram
Index Explanation
1 IHKA�control�unit
2 Body�Domain�Controller
3 Fuse�in�power�distribution�box,�front�right
4 Glove�box�switch
5 Glove�box�light
6 Air�freshener�control�unit
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4.�Functions
Fragrance�cartridge
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G12�fragrance�cartridge
The�fragrance�cartridges�manufactured�by�Mahle�are�available�from�BMW�Parts�and�have�a�shelf�life
of�up�to�2.5�years.�With�average�consumption�the�cartridges�will�last�approx.�3–6�months�before�they
need�to�be�replaced.�Empty�fragrance�cartridges�can�be�disposed�of�with�household�waste.�Every
cartridge�is�equipped�with�a�SIM�card�that�provides�information�on�the�fragrance,�filling�level�and�age�of
the�cartridge�by�the�LIN-bus.�The�lid�on�the�cartridge,�which�seals�the�cartridge�using�a�rubber�seal�on
the�housing,�prevents�the�fragrance�from�escaping�while�the�cartridge�is�in�storage.�The�cartridge�lid�is
pushed�on�and�needs�to�be�removed�before�inserting�the�cartridge�into�the�air�freshener�unit.�The�lid
can�be�slid�back�on�to�the�rear�side�of�the�cartridge,�but�this�is�not�required�to�insert�the�cartridge�into
the�air�freshener�unit,�its�only�for�storing�the�lid�for�future�use.
Handling�the�cartridge�lid
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4.�Functions
Index Explanation
A Closed�cartridge
B Opening�the�cartridge�closure
C Cartridge�opened
D Cartridge�lid�slid�on�to�the�cartridge�base
Fragrance�versions
The�following�list�provides�an�overview�of�the�available�fragrances�and�whether�they�are�mild�or�strong.
The�fragrances�labelled�with�No.�1�are�milder�than�those�labelled�with�No.�2.�Each�vehicle�with�the
relevant�Air�Package�equipment�(optional�equipment�4NM)�is�supplied�with�a�starter�kit�of�4�fragrances.
The�following�fragrances�are�available�in�No.1�(mild)�or�No.�2�(rich):
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• Blue�Suite�1�light
• Green�Suite�1�light
• Golden�Suite�2�rich
• Authentic�Suite�2�rich
Ionizer
The�ionizer�in�the�G12�has�little�in�common�with�the�system�from�the�F01/F02.�The�ionizer�installed�in
the�F01/F02�only�functions�if�there�are�no�occupants�in�the�vehicle�and�the�vehicle�is�locked.�The�new
system�in�the�G12�always�functions�when�the�vehicle�is�in�use�and�the�system�is�not�switched�off�on
the�central�information�display�(CID).
The�ionizer�is�responsible�for�bringing�negatively�charged�air�ions�into�the�vehicle�interior.�The�aim�is
to�eliminate�pathogenic�microorganisms�in�the�air,�such�as�germs�and�allergens.�Dirt�particles�in�the�air
flowing�past�become�heavier�as�a�result�of�the�adhesion�of�the�negative�ions�and�the�bonding�into
a�molecule,�and�sink�to�the�bottom.
G12�ionizer
The�emitters�that�are�installed�in�the�air�ducts�of�the�central�vents�are�operated�using�a�high-voltage
discharge�of�approx.�2000–3000�V.�However,�the�current�applied�for�this�lies�within�the�microampere
range�of�0.53�µA�and�is�therefore�non-hazardous.�Only�negatively�charged�air�ions�are�generated�as
a�result�of�the�air�flowing�past�the�emitters.�These�can�bind�more�oxygen,�which�contributes�to�an
improved�sense�of�wellbeing�and�higher�concentration.
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4.�Functions
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G12�emitters
Index Explanation
1 Emitter�on�driver's�side
2 Emitter�on�passenger's�side
3 Ionizer�control�unit
4 Emitters
The�ionizer�control�unit�is�installed�on�the�heating�and�air-conditioning�unit�near�the�IHKA�control�unit.
3�electrical�connections�are�provided�on�the�control�unit.�One�three-pin�connection�is�responsible�for
LIN-bus�communication�and�the�supply�voltage.�The�other�two�connections�are�two-pin�and�supply
the�necessary�high�voltage�to�the�emitters�in�the�air�ducts.�The�main�control�unit�that�controls�the
ionizer�is�the�IHKA.�The�system�has�diagnostic�capability�and�runs�a�self-test�when�starting�by�applying
high�voltage�to�the�emitters.�If�the�system�fails�to�apply�high�voltage�to�the�emitters�three�times,�the
system�switches�off�and�a�fault�message�appears�on�the�central�information�display�(CID).
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4.�Functions
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G12�ionizer�wiring�diagram
Index Explanation
1 IHKA�control�unit
2 Body�Domain�Controller�(BDC)
3 Fuse�in�power�distribution�box,�front�right
4 Ionizer�control�unit
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