2016-2019 BMW 7 Series 4.4 Left ECM 8678187
Specifications
OEM number
8678187
Side
Left (driver side)
Donor year
2016
Body style
Sedan
Fuel
Gas
Engine size
4.4 L
Transmission
Auto
Drivetrain
AWD
Suspension
Air
Trim
Xdrive m package
Donor mileage
87000
Paint code
A89 Imperial Blue Brilliant Effect
About this part
Also known as
DME
Digital Motor Electronics
Engine Control Unit
ECU
Powertrain Control Module
PCM
What this part does
The Engine Control Module, referred to by BMW as the Digital Motor Electronics (DME), is the primary computer responsible for managing all engine operations. It continuously reads data from mass air flow, oxygen, crankshaft, and camshaft sensors to adjust fuel injection, ignition timing, and variable valve lift. If this unit fails, the vehicle typically exhibits a crank-no-start condition, severe drivability issues, random stalling, or an inability for diagnostic scanners to communicate with the engine computer.
Fits these vehicles
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 750i xDrive | 2016-2019 | 4.4L V8 |
| BMW | 750i | 2016-2019 | 4.4L V8 |
OEM and interchange numbers
8678187
13618678187
Before you order
This module is locked to the immobilizer (BDC/CAS) and VIN of the vehicle it came from. It is not plug-and-play and will not start your vehicle upon installation. The unit must be virginized, cloned, or reprogrammed by a qualified automotive locksmith or a shop specializing in BMW electronics. Always match the OEM part number exactly, as hardware variations exist depending on the production month and factory options.
