Transport Mode (61 14 02)

Publication date: 2002-10-01
Reference number: 61 14 02

TRANSPORT MODE

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): SI B61 14 02, Date of Issue: October 2002

BMW:	All
GROUP:	61 - General Electrical Systems

SUBJECT

Transport Mode

SITUATION

Transport Mode minimizes battery current draw while vehicles are in transit to BMW centers. Transport Mode replaces the more traditional battery switch. Transport Mode is being phased in on all BMW models. Currently E39 (5 Series), E46 (3 Series) and E65/E66 (7 Series) vehicles are shipped in Transport Mode.

Transport Mode immobilizes vehicle convenience features. Actual features immobilized vary between vehicle models, but typically include radio operation, interior lights, etc.

Transport Mode must be deactivated at QC1.

NOTE: Once deactivated, Transport Mode cannot be reactivated.

PROCEDURE

To deactivate Transport Mode, connect the vehicle to a DISPlus or GT1.

Connect an approved BMW battery charger.

For E65 only , select "Diagnosis", then select "Function Selection / Service Functions / Maintenance / Transport Mode / Delete Transport Mode / Test Plan". Then follow the on-screen instructions to deactivate Transport Mode.

For all other BMW models , select "Diagnosis", then select "Function Selection / Service Functions / Body / Transport Mode / Delete Transport Mode / Test Plan". Then follow the on-screen instructions to deactivate Transport Mode.