Section 128 (Generators & Regulators): Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 530i, 2005 BMW 525i, 2004 BMW 530i, and 2004 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Bosch and Valeo generators are installed in these vehicles. They are fitted depending on type of engine and equipment configuration. They differ with regard to their rating of 140 A and 170 A and are air cooled.
Internal Battery Sensor (IBS) is a mechatronic component for monitoring battery condition. The IBS is secured and connected to the negative terminal of the battery. Power supply for IBS is fed across a separate cable. For data transmission, IBS is connected to the Digital Motor Electronics (DME) by way of the Bit-Serial Data (BSD) interface.