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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1994318IS (E36) L4-1796CC 1.8L DOHC (M42)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTCENTRAL CONTROL MODULEDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONBODY ELECTRONICS INTRODUCTIONCOMPONENT LOCATION
1994 BMW 318is (E36) L4-1796cc 1.8L DOHC (M42)
Component Location
1994 BMW 318is (E36) L4-1796cc 1.8L DOHC (M42)SECTION Component Location
COMPONENT LOCATION
All control modules, relays and fuses associated with the control of the body electronics are found in three locations on the vehicle.
- The power distribution box, located under the hood contains relays and fuses.
- Located behind the glove box is the component carrier which contains the following:
NOT ILLUSTRATED:
- ZKE IV CONTROL MODULE (>94 MY)
- RELAY MODULE (>94 MY)
- Located under and to the left of the steering column is the check control module, common connector plates, windshield wiper relays and additional relays.
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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.