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2000 BMW 323 Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Door, Panel.
Mileage: 115,000 miles.

Asked on January 28, 2011

BMW 323i auto

I have a BMW 323i automatic reg.W year 2000. Alongside the automatic selector there is a small panel with an orange light which shows which gear is selected(P,R,N,D). When the car is at rest(no key in ignition, alarm not on, doors closed) the orange light opposite park(P) remains on, should it? If not what should I do?
Avatar Asked by deniswindle

Answer

Replied on January 28, 2011

Is it going out at all? You might have a problem if it isn't. The general module might be at risk. It is a typical failure item.

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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Replied on January 28, 2011

It does go out when the car is locked and alarm is set.

Tiny Response from deniswindle
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Replied on January 28, 2011

Then it is normal operation.

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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Replied on January 28, 2011

Thank you for your advice. My reason for asking was that something is draining my battery when the car is left standing but this is obviously not the cause. I also have a bleeping red light on the radio/tape/clock console directly below AM when car is locked whether in alarm mode or not but assume that is normal also and as a bleeping light is unlikely to significantly effect battery power.Thanks again.

Tiny Response from deniswindle
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Replied on January 28, 2011

The final stage unit is at risk for your battery drain issue, I have an appointment right now, but I will send the information as a personal message straightaway after the meeting.

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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