Footwell Module (FRM) Replacement // BMW 3 Series
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2018
- Today on JD Cars we will be replacing the footwell module (FRM) on the 2007 BMW 3 Series. This process will apply to all BMW 3 series 2006-2012 (E90 / E92). I replaced the FRM in an effort to solve electrical issues, but I was unsuccessful in resolving them. The FRM will need to be recoded which is covered in tomorrow's video. Thanks for watching, please like and subscribe!
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Wishing you all the very best! Hopefully the JBE is the issue! Looking forward to the next vid!
Thank you for the support!
@@JDCarsChannel did u fix having same problem
You made the connectors look so easy. I can't get them to swing out what do you mean by push in because I'm pushing towards the module and trying to swing them out by they are stuck. Don't want to break it
I hope the JBE is the fix! What did you get on your SAT?
HI does the shorter or LONGER Phillips screw go into the truck relaease handle? Also..when u took off the dash trim what was that black square plastic piece with like a wire tie attached to it..its at bottom left of trim panel u took off..thanks
Thanks, for that video. I'm interested in buying a 07 328xi wagon...Seller claims it's the footwell module not allowing windows and some other electronics not to function. At the moment I'm just doing my due diligence before possibly buying the car.
Glad to help! I hope the wagon worked out for you. Those are good cars
Best of luck to you I can’t even imagine this happening to my car
I envy you It happened to me
I’ve the same cars, but mine doesn’t fail just the batery, but I change it.
Great video ! Dies the FRM football module have to be coded or is it plug and play when replaced. Cheers
Thanks! It needs to be coded to the VIN
What a suppose do and
FMR ? It's like other computer that control windows etcetera .. .? I hope you can find the problem. Best luck !
Pl2 frmfa This is the module what i have. Can you tell me if this is a 1.2 or 3 module pls. Thank you
Did you ever find the issue sounds like my situation with my e90
Hey man.bmw f30 I got a short I think my right tailight lamps and blinkers not working. Tested ground current on cables seem fine no burnouts whatsoever on connector. I move everything to my left side everything works fine. So is not my bulbs or socket board My last option is the dealer.. Help!! Thanks
Hi JD Cars,
I had a similar problem with the electrical and it turned out to be the ignition switch, which was an $11 part. I didn't have an E90 at the time (It was a 986 Porsche Bosxter) but my research showed it's a fairly common problem. Little electrical issues like lights going off or blinking, etc. that are somehow caused by a loose or faulty ignition switch (Mine was actually loose yet worked fine). After swapping it everything was fine. Cheap part and a quick swap. So maybe that could be it? Worth looking into. Love your videos, thanks!
Why, exactly, would you bother polluting the comments section on this video with a 100% unrelated comment? Nobody who is researching this issue on their BMW 3 series gives a rats ass about your boxster.
I lost my footwell module when I replaced my battery. After battery change went to start car and had no power windows, turn signals,dashboard lights and some other stuff that the footwell module controls. It's a bmw fault issue. They had to extend the warranty on these to 10 years 150000 miles. But just disconnecting the battery can cause it.
I’ve been charging my battery and I have the same problems, did replacing the frm work for you?
I had an issue like this replaced FRM nothing then JBE still nothing until finally CAS module took a poop. Replaced CAS all problems gone. FRM module has a recall btw got it for free at bmw dealer
What is the CAS & has anyone used a scanner to specifically ID these issues before buying parts?
I connected a new battery the other day. And fried my FRM module. I’m taking it out and sending it out to CA to get repaired. When putting it back in, do you recommend to disconnect the battery? I don’t wanna fry the 2nd module
What exactly did you do to get ur car running again? I just diagnose the same thing on my car. No lights at all please lmk
@@nelohd8866 hey! Not sure if I’m too late to respond but I sent out my footwel module to a company in California. All plug and play and cost me $130
@@fe2957 What company would that be? it would really help in my situation
@@devaughnthomas9682 hope that helps!
@@fe2957 what company did you send it to?
If I was you, I would avoid connecting the battery and test module by module. Wait for all of the modules to be replaced and then give it some honey. A faulty module can overload another module or even damage the chipsets. :) Best of luck, waiting for another update ! :)
My indicators, "blinkers" I think you Americans call then - flash at double speed. I disconnected my battery for 12hours and reconnected and it solved my problem for about 24 hours. Isit worth my trying to disconnect/reconnect my FRM before i take it to someone and start forking out loads of cash? Cheers.
Unfortunately, I do not think disconnecting/reconnecting the FRM will solve the issue. However, it is entirely possible. It doesn't hurt to try.
I gave it a go. No luck :(
Took it to a bmw specialist, FRM has failed. £300 For a new one and £80 to code it to my car :(
Supposed to use the terminals under the hood to charge the battery, not on the battery itself
The battery was disconnected. It's a smart AGM charger. No harm in charging directly.
Do you have to disconnect battery before installing the new one to not run the risk of frying the new one again?
Yes, disconnecting the battery is recommended during replacement
I am French I want to know if the module is used for the light rings of the front headlights thank you
it is :(
Can i change my FRM? For example, i have E90 E91 LED BASIS PL2 FRM3R can i change it with E90 E91 LED NSW PL FRM II ? Or maybe with E9X-E8xCA-NSW PL2 FRMFA? I don't want some fancy welcome lights or blinking reverse lights, i want it the stock.
Why would you change? Is there an advantage to going to an older module?
Do you unplug or mess with any speaker wires when you do this? After getting my FRM checked by the dealer my drives side speaker no longer works. I read on a BUMMERPOST that you do in fact unplug a speaker wire. I need someone to confirm.
I did not unplug any speaker wires...
Yes there is a speaker in the bottom trim piece above where your knees would go
Hey man love your videos! so definitely sounds like its your jbe , had similar issue on my e92 328i. replace the jbe and the entire fuse box. about a 2 hour job , also was able to program the module myself. the jbe module controls almost everything on these cars. In my case my wipers didnt work , ac inop, gas gauge always showed empty and locks didnt work. please DM if you have any questions man I know how much of a nightmare these can be.
Alex B. I'm having the same issues. How did you determine it waS the JBE & not the FRM?
Does it have to be the same exact module cause mines is bad to.
It should be the same part number
What did it turn out to be? I brought my E9X M3 in to check for FRM and they said it wasn't and they narrowed it down to JBE (clicking noise after car sits for a couple days and electrical warnings). Alternator and battery are already replaced so i went and bought one. I hope this is it!
Sounds like it could be the JBE! I had the same clicking noise
do u need to disconnect the bettery?
It’s a good idea to when doing electrical work
U need to program the FRM
Never connect that way the battery. You should use the connectors under the hood. Dude you could burn the battery adaptor. So expensive btw
Its the same frm in the e92
Yes
Where is the video your referring to that tells us what’s going on and why you changed the parts
Here's my JBE replacement video: czcams.com/video/VVgx33HH7Is/video.html
Are you kidding me...that was it? Did you even program the module?
Dam :/
Just replacing several expensive modules isn't the way to go imo.
By the way, charging your battery should be done under the hood on the charging points. Way easier also :)
i had my FRM done a few months ago, the dealer kept my car for like 2 days because the guy said it takes a really to program the FRM to my car. lets see if he is full of shit
It took me less than half an hour to swap the module and less than an hour to code.
I've never coded my car however I purchased www.bimmergeeksprotool.com/product-page/bimmergeeks-protool-bluetooth-adapter?chargeId=4d9ddab5-258f-4c0c-9ea1-0c63eb1be7ac
to assist with my diagnosis before dishing out more for parts.
Please check their link & let me know what ya'll (Texas) think?
Limpia el interior de tu coche
As a retired BMW tech I’m dumbfounded. Why would you replace expensive parts hoping to find the problem?! Troubleshoot and identify the problem and then replace the parts at fault! You can examine the computer codes for clues, but if you don’t have access you can send the modules out for inexpensive fault inspections. Folks don’t spend a fortune replacing modules and parts if you don’t know what you’re doing.
My 2008 335i coupe just started having electrical issues and went into SOS MODE 🤢 Windows do not roll down and no music. The windshield wipers stay on constantly with the key in and will not turn over at all. I'm currently saving to get it diagnosed after I buy a new radiator. Someone reset the codes for me and it did turn over and start for me, just to have the radiator blow on me about 5 minutes later... I have a nightmare on my hands now at this point! The last time it went to the shop it was 3000 for the water pump/ thermostat and battery and labor 😢
It ran GREAT before the computer issues. Oh and I forgot to add that the company I was working for didn't offer to help fix anything at all when it was their fault the roof gutters drained into my car with all the windows closed, it pushed through the sunroof and left about 3" of water in the floor 😣
I think your fail cuz you put too much electronic extras.
its an 07 car dude ...
Can I facetime you bro lol..4 real.
shotgunning and wasting your time. lol
Who's wasting time now? Car was back and running the next day.