2001 BMW 330 BMW E46 330I Deadlocked.

BIL_20032003

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2001 BMW 330
4 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
78,000 MILES

This morning I locked my car via the remote with no issues. But now when I am trying to open it, its not unlocking. The only thing I could do with the remote is unlock the boot. I have tried to use the key to open the door but no joy. However as an emergency lock technique I tried to turn the key clockwise for few seconds and the windows went down. Now I have managed to climb in the car through the window but doors are still locked. Central locking is not opening doors but it does makes a clicking noise when I unlock and when I press lock button the light also flashes with the same clicking noise. I have checked all fuses and they are all fine. I have taken the central locking fuse out and now I can use my key to lock and unlock my driver side door but the rest of the 3 doors are still locked. I have read many articles on internet but no help. Is it a DEADLOCK? How can I Open it.

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 AT 4:10 AM

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DOCHAGERTY

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Central arrest should be released with a request from the button in the center console and then pull twice on the inside door handles. Let me know if this helps, it may need replacement door latches due to a faulty micro switch.

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Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 AT 6:26 AM

GEEDUBYA

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I have exact same problem and when using center console switch it still doesn't unlock doors. Can you advise what to replace or any other way to open doors.

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Saturday, April 29th, 2023 AT 8:25 AM

KEN L

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The first thing we need to do is check the fuses # f67, f49 and f60 in the fuse panel behind the glove box. Here is a guide to help and the lock wiring diagrams so you can see how the system works.

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