The 1997 Model Year E38 is equipped with EWS III (3.2) drive away protection. E39 vehicles produced 3/97 and later are also equipped with EWS III (3.2).
Purpose of the System
The major changes of the EWS III (3.2) system over the EWS II are a modified control module, revised wiring and the addition of the clutch switch input. Output functions, starter control and ISN signal, remain the same for EWS III (3.2). Component changes are: • EWS III (3.2) Control Module. • Input From The K-Bus. • Clutch Switch. • Transmitter/Receiver Module Eliminated.