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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1994318IS (E36) L4-1796CC 1.8L DOHC (M42)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSKEYLESS ENTRYKEYLESS ENTRY MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRMODULE REPLACEMENT
1994 BMW 318is (E36) L4-1796cc 1.8L DOHC (M42)
Module Replacement
1994 BMW 318is (E36) L4-1796cc 1.8L DOHC (M42)SECTION Module Replacement
Removing and Installing Transmitter/Receiver Module From Electronic Vehicle Immobilization Unit
- Remove instrument panelling at bottom left.
- Unscrew bolts.
- Unscrew screw.
- Pull panelling to side out of clips.
- Pull front end of panelling in downward direction and remove.
- Unclip relay holder under steering column.
- Unfasten connector and unclip transmitter/receiver module.
Relays:
20 Relay for power windows and slide/tilt sunroof
21 Bridge for crash alarm sensor
22 Relay for independent ventilation
23 Relay for headlight-cleaning system
24 Relay for intensive windshield cleaning of windshield wash pump
25 Not used
26 Transmitter/receiver module
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.