BMW 5 Series E60 - electrics

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Mon 16 Jun 2014 23:00
BMW 5 Series E60 - electrics - clackersmacker

As I was driving, gone about 5 miles when the warning lights between mph + rpm above the clock came on, trans, parking, steering lock, and abs, also the wipers won't switch off and the I drive tells me there a seat belt problems and egnition problems, surely there must be a short but how do I find it, I have been told that diagnostics will achnolege the fault but not locate the short. Has any one had a similar experience.

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Tue 17 Jun 2014 08:28
BMW 5 Series E60 - electrics - The-Mechanic

It sounds like you need to find a good BMW independent specialist or auto electrician to carry out some diagnosis.

You are correct that just plugging in a diagnostic computer is only half the solution. You need someone who actually knows how to use it, rather than just scan and clear the codes like some so called "experts" do.

It could take a few hours of hunting to pinpoint the fault(s) so be prepared for a bit of a bill. It's a good idea to find a specialist who knows the car and it's systems as they'll have a good knowledge of what can be common failings and probably find them quicker than a regular garage can.

All the best of luck with it.

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Tue 17 Jun 2014 11:59
BMW 5 Series E60 - electrics - RobJP

Agreed. Auto electrician or BMW indie.

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