CC-ID 97 Error Code: What Is It And How To Clear It?

Most owners of the BMW will experience getting CC-ID codes (Check Control) on their cars. It is something that BMW car owners would get to experience at least once. Some car drivers already experience it regularly. 

So what is CC-ID 97, and how to clear it? The CC-ID 97 code means Multiple Restraint System Fault. The CC-ID 97 MRS Restraint Systems Faulty is airbags, belt tensioners, and force limiters malfunction. 

And most of these car owners, especially those who are still new, most likely do not know this matter. With that, we have made this article to help you. We will guide you on coming across error codes based on your vehicle’s lighting. 

It is designed to assist you in working out the BMW error codes you are getting on your vehicle. A lot of BMW bulbs can be changed with ease. However, there are times when you can’t access your bulbs. 

If this happens, you can seek out a professional to do it. Some CANBus error codes might be displayed because of a fault, but the bulb is fine. This can happen if there is an upgrade from a halogen to a LED bulb. 

You need to access your BMW CC-ID codes, and they can give you additional information about the condition of your vehicle. It can also help you with troubleshooting some faults or errors. 

You can also determine which bulbs are burned and which wheel is reporting a low air pressure. You can also know why Dynamic Cruise Control is not working. So without further ado, let us get started.

CC-ID 97 Error Code

What Is The CC-ID 97 Code?

The CC-ID 97 code means Multiple Restraint System Fault. The CC-ID 97 MRS Restraint Systems Faulty is airbags, belt tensioners, and force limiters malfunction. Unfortunately, the code can be pretty vague. 

You might need to scan your vehicle with BMW software to determine the exact cause. You can get the cable for twenty dollars to make your diagnostics and a code clearing. 

How To Clear A CC-ID 97 Code?

If you want to clear your CC-ID 97 code, here is what you must do. Follow these steps.

  1. You have to turn the ignition on. 
  2. Dismiss or wait for all the warning and failure messages to disappear. 
  3. Use the left stalk to navigate to the “check” submenu. You can then cycle through all the messages.
  4. After, press the BC button on the left stalk and hold it for about five seconds.
  5. Release the button if the BMW CC-ID codes appear on the bottom display.
  6. Cycle through the messages again. You will now then see failure and warning code under each message.
  7. Compare the message number with the list below to find out more specifically about the cause of the warning or the failure message to show on the instrument cluster.

What To Do When You See CC-ID 97 Code?

This is a restraint system failure. Sometimes, it can be caused by a failure of some component, and a low battery can sometimes cause it. A bad BST cable can also cause it. 

Sometimes, it can be a loose connection too. Lacking detailed code from a BMW capable code reader, you can see a dealer or a BMW capable independent. 

Is It Bad When You See CC-ID 97 Code?

It depends. Vehicles are only machines, and they can malfunction too. So then, if the code appears, there can be a possibility that it is just a malfunction. But, on the other hand, it is considered bad if the code is not malfunctioning. 

Summary

Many BMW car owners do not know anything about error codes. Most people experience these error codes, and they do not know how to fix them. 

This article will be your guide on understanding CC-ID error codes. Codes have equivalent meanings. You can also clear them.

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