BMW E36 central locking not working
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E36 central locking locks the doors and unlocks immediately: what is the fault?
The most common cause is the wiring loom going to the boot lid, whose wires break as they flex. The break can be found by bending the wire bundle one wire at a time. A worn lock piece or a dry lock mechanism can also cause the same thing.
Why does the E36 central locking fuse blow when locking?
There is a short circuit in the boot lid wiring loom when a wire has touched the body. Fuse 35 (25 A) blows every time. The damaged wires are soldered or repaired and insulated properly.
Why does the E36 door not lock and the interior light stays on?
The tab of the door microswitch or the plastic roller of the lock striker is worn, and the door does not press the switch all the way down. Replacing the striker helps. The linkage under the door card should also be greased.
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