This book, of which there's also a companion DVD by the sametitle, makes for an extensive work on what BMW has done in latemodel cars. Various new technologies are covered here. All thetechnical explanations are done using the latest in CG animation toshow the concepts, inner workings and operation. It is a must seefor anyone interested in auto repair, automotive instructors,technicians or simply DIY aficionados.
Table of Contents
* BMW Multi-Butterfly Throttle Control
* BMW 8 Cylinder Engine
* BMW Gasoline Direct Injection
* BMW Flex Ray Module Communication
* BMW X-Drive Servo-Motor Operation
* BMW X-Drive Electrical Operation
* BMW X-Drive 4X4 System
* BMW Injector Cut Off Circuit
* BMW (DME) Digital Motor Electronics
* BMW (EPS) Electric Power Steering
* BMW VANOS Valve CAM timing
* BMW VANOS Replacement
* BMW Valvetronic Variable Valve Lift
* BMW Air Vent Control
* BMW Electro-mechanical Parking Brakes
* BMW High Precision Direct Injection
* Automotive PDK Style Dual Clutch Transmissions
The technology that BMW employs makes for a durable and exceptionaldriving experience. These systems also trickle down to othermanufacturers and both end up at either your local repair shop oryour own home garage in need of repairs. At the very least as aconsumer, this video and companion book, will make you much more aconnoisseur of these complex technologies.