Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge) (M3 base, M3 Competition, M3 Competition M xDrive, M3 CS)
Special tools required:
- 12 7 060 NOTE: Electrical components which are particularly sensitive to electrostatic discharge (electronic control units, sensors, etc.) are marked with the ESD warning symbol
E -Electro
S -Static
D -Discharge
Attention!
Statically charged persons can discharge themselves when they tap electrical components
NOTE: Humans can only detect a discharge starting from a level of approx. 3000V
The danger threshold for electrical components already starts from a level of approx. 100VExample:
Mechatronics control unit
Attention!
Do not tap pins and multi-pin connectors directly!
Only tap the housings of electrical components
Attention!
To avoid damaging or destroying electrical components as a result of electrostatic discharge, it is absolutely essential to observe the following instructions:
- When replacing electrical components, leave the replacement components in their original packaging until immediately before they are to be installed
- If necessary, always return a removed component in its original packaging (always pack the component away immediately)
- Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool. 12 7 060
Personal protective equipment:
Electrically conducting clothing (high wool content, antistatic shoes required)
These can primarily be identified by the logo on the side