BMW E87 E90 LCI CIC Sat Nav Screen Navigation Professional 9222861

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E87 E90 LCI CIC Sat Nav Screen Navigation Professional is an advanced component from the Electronic control modules and controllers category, designed to support the multimedia and navigation system in facelifted BMW 3 Series models. This is an OEM solution that allows you to restore the full functionality of the factory BMW Professional CIC system while maintaining consistency with the vehicle's original electronic architecture.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9222861-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9222861
• Substitutable numbers: 65129283428, 9283428, 65129218330, 9218330, 65129273188, 9273188, 65839202202, 9202202, 65839191464, 9191464, 65129209249, 9209249, 65839198826, 9198826, 65129263609, 9263609, 65129214932, 9214932, 65129257186, 65839198819, 65839204332, 65129239212, 65129222861, 65839202826
• Category: ECUs & Computer Modules

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The BMW Professional navigation computer in the CIC version is responsible for the central management of the iDrive interface, navigation, audio functions, and integration with other vehicle controllers. As a dedicated module for the BMW E90 LCI, it ensures:

• full compatibility with the factory display and iDrive controller,
• communication with other controllers via the vehicle bus,
• stable operation of navigation and multimedia functions,
• preservation of the original operating logic known from the BMW Professional system.

Thanks to this module, it is possible to technically correctly recreate the factory configuration, which is important both for post-failure repairs and for replacing a damaged computer with a functional OEM component.

Compatibility and interchangeable numbers

The presented navigation computer belongs to the group of original BMW controllers, for which various catalog numbers and interchangeable numbers are provided. The presence of multiple reference numbers in the technical specification facilitates the selection of the appropriate module for a specific equipment configuration and model year of the BMW E90 LCI.

For proper fitment, it is recommended to compare the markings with the existing controller and verify compatibility with the vehicle's installation. An extensive list of interchangeable numbers allows the same module to be used in various equipment variants, which increases flexibility during repairs and upgrades of the multimedia system.

Benefits of using an original module

Using an original BMW Professional navigation computer in the CIC system brings a number of practical benefits:

• Full integration with BMW electronics – the module works with factory controllers without the need for additional adapters.
• Functional consistency – preservation of the original interface and iDrive operating logic, which facilitates usage and reduces the risk of errors.
• Stable system operation – a controller designed for a specific vehicle platform minimizes software compatibility issues.
• Professional diagnostics capability – support by factory BMW service tools, which facilitates configuration and coding after installation.

Choosing a used, original module from the Electronic control modules and controllers group is often a cost-effective solution compared to purchasing a new component, while maintaining high-quality system performance.

Condition, installation, and service aspects

The offered navigation computer comes from dismantling and is a used component, which allows for an economical repair of the multimedia system while maintaining the original BMW specification. Before installation, it is recommended to:

• verify compatibility with the vehicle's equipment based on technical data,
• plan for any necessary coding or programming of the module for the specific car,
• check the electrical installation and the correctness of connections with other controllers.

Professional installation and correct coding of the controller allow for restoring the full functionality of the CIC system without the need for interfering with wiring harnesses or using universal solutions.

More about iDrive systems and BMW electronics

If you want to better understand how to take care of iDrive modules, FRM controllers, or engine control units in BMW 3 and 5 Series, and how to safely use parts from dismantling, read the article: Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 Series models.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the onboard electronics in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as comfort controllers, multimedia modules, or vehicle network management units, check the available parts in the BMW electronic control modules and controllers category.