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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 05:50 PM
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Before i look at a m8's bmw i would like to know if the following items are linked

dash lights
lights on warning buzzer
number plate lights

As there all not working any relays or earths i should be looking at

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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 06:20 PM
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The number plate lights are probably caused by the loom where it leaves the body and enters the lid. It's a very very common problem.

I'd say you're other problems are related, but can't help you I'm afraid.
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 06:42 PM
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 07:17 PM
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ill drop mine round so you can look until your hearts content if you like!
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 08:43 PM
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Matt have u a workshop manual??
that would help m8
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 09:04 PM
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Matt have u a workshop manual??
that would help m8
i did have one somewhere, but i think it might have got chucked in the house move

but this should tell you everything you need to know mate

http://wedophones.com/Manuals/BMW/19...g%20Manual.pdf
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 12:29 AM
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all the one solinoiod apart from number plate lights, they run from ur side lghts and if not workin check bulbs or earth
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