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Fusible Link

Author : Gordon, John T & Phil S Posted on : 14/02/2005
Model : BMW, 5 - Series (E34) 1989-96 Category : Electrical
Source : http://www.bmwe34.net/e34main/maintenance/electrical/fusible_link.htm
 

Location of the fusible link in a 525i (Thanks to John T)


Bmw E34s have a big fuse right after the battery that protects the car electrical harnesses.

Failure syndromes:
• Intermittent simultaneous falure of wipers, sunroof, windows, central locking, radio...
• No power, like if the battery was dead.



525i Procedure
10mm wrench or socket.
New fuses.
1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Open the fusible link box.

3. Remove the 4 x 10mm screws and change the fusible links

4. Installation is reverse of removal.

535i Procedure

535i fusible link from Gordon.

If the fusible link is ok, check the second fuse box under the rear seat and check the fuse that might be corroded (no. 37, 30 amp) which handles all of the central locking and the electric windows and sunroof. Thanks to Raj K.


Thanks to Gordon, John T & Phil S
 

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