Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Preface: There is just no way you will be locking your E32 with a key is there? OK, so they all have a heated door-lock? So what?!? We all want key-less entry! Most E32s came from the factory with […]
Topic: Electronics
Dash Plug Coding for BMW
Article by: DIAKOM Applies to: e32 and e34 models. In our difficult Russian conditions, when there is no access to branded parts and diagnostic equipment, you have to be content with the spare parts from disassembly. One of the big problems arises when replacing and repairing instrument shields.I will describe […]
Tail/Parking Light Error Messages
Article by: Sean Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem : Front parking and/or rear tail light out on 1 side of the car only, causing OBC warnings. Sometimes intermittent and erratic, so you get the impression these are false warnings. This only happens when lights are on. Changing […]
OBC Bulbs
Article by:Johan Applies to: all e32 and e34 models. Problem : The OBC remains dead and I can’t see the excellent fuel economy it doesn’t get anyway. Let’s get to work : First you will have to remove your radio. As all radio’s are mounted differently and I never had […]
OBC Temp at -30
Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32, e34 models. Problem: Since I had the car I’ve had some problems with the OBC temperature reading. The reading would drop about 10 degrees when the front fog lights where turned on. About one year later the OBC temperature reading stayed at […]
Fusebox Rebuild
Article by: Johan Article applies to: all e32, e34 models. Problem : At some point the fuse box caught fire. Probably due to corroded contacts. That’s exactly why I always replace the fuses and clean the contacts of the fuse holders in an older car. I didn’t like the way […]