E series FRM, Footwell Module Repair
Description
E Series FRM3 module (Footwell Module) is used on:
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BMW E81, E82, E84, E87, E89, E90, E91, E92, E93, E70, E71, E72 series
and Mini R55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61 series
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FRM has three connectors,
Two 51-pin connectors connect the main wiring harness.
Another 26-pin connector is for the connection to the dashboard.
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FRM, Footwell Module is responsible for:
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Headlight
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Taillights
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Fog lights
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Front courtesy lighting
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Rear courtesy lighting
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Number-plate light
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Power windows
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Exterior mirrors
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Two stepper motor controllers, aka adaptive headlight stepper motors
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Two belt feeder controllers​
Problem
FRM3 can fail when jumpstarting, when coding/programming, or even when reading codes with dealer equipment.​
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Symptoms of failed Footwell Module are:
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Light switches do not work
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Windows do not go up or down
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Few lights like parking lights are constantly on
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Turn lights do not work
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Solution
We fix them, fixed/revived footwell modules by us are "Plug&Play"
Which means no additional coding or programming is needed.
FRM3 is located on the left side of the pedals, behind the plastic cover. It has three connectors.
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One connector is from the door side, and two connectors are on the back, from the firewall side.
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How it Works
You will need to send us your FRM3 module; we will repair it and send it back.
Turnaround usually is the same day, unless the mailman delivers the package late.
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Keep in Mind
Keep in mind that BMW has a SIB012016 covering FRM3 failures,
Initially, it was 8 Years/125K miles
In 08.2018, they updated it to 10 Years/156K Miles
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Link to SI B01 20 16
Attention:
* If you do not experience the symptoms described above, it's not a typical FRM3 failure, so please get in touch with us first before placing an order.
Attention: Please do not place an order if you have FRMFA or FRMII Footwell modules (written on the label)
** Please keep in mind, The shipping type you choose during checkout is for return shipping only.
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As long as we are getting FRM2-s by mistake, please pay attention to the picture below. On the image, its FRM2. Please do NOT send it for repair.