Is the footwell module in the BMW or Mini FRM3 that you’re working on faulty?
Don’t replace it – we can fix it!
The footwell module functions as an electrical hub and is responsible for controlling a lot of what goes on in the car - power windows not operating, hazard lights no working, or the air-conditioning/heating fan doesn’t work (see our more comprehensive list of faults below).
👉 Indicators not working
👉 Hazard lights not working
👉 Headlights and/or taillights staying on
👉 Interior lights not functioning
👉 The maintenance/service light on the dash is permanently on
👉 Exterior mirrors aren’t functioning
👉 Power windows not working
👉 High beam isn’t operating
👉 No communications with FRM unit
👉 Air-conditioning/heating fan isn’t working
When the footwell module develops a fault, these things will not work. You may not be able to turn the headlights and/or the taillights off and the power windows my function, then stop, or might start to close but not go all the way up. Failure of this module is widespread through the BMW and the Mini ranges.
The service light on the dash will light up when there is a fault in the footwell module. The vehicle needs to be taken to a garage that can perform vehicle diagnostics which will indicate that the module is no longer functioning as a hub.
An expensive way to fix this is to order a replacement unit from the manufacturer, which will then need to be coded (which will add extra expense).
A cheaper, more effective, and efficient way to fix this is to repair it.
We offer a repair service of your existing BMW / Mini footwell module. Once we’ve repaired it, it’s just a matter of ‘plug and play’, no further programming or coding is required.
Communications to the FRM unit will not be possible with any vehicle diagnostic machine, but fault codes will be stored in other ECUs electronic control units.
The Most Common fault codes found after a vehicle diagnostic scanning are:
497F – Message Error (status, reverse gear, 0x3B0) Diesel Electronics Receiver Footwell Module Transmitter
A3B4 – Message (lighting condition) Incorrectly, Transmitter FRM Permanent
A3C1 – Message (FRM foot space module) Incorrectly receiver COMBI, Transmitter FRM - Permanent.
E72B - (window error) and E72C (window error)
This FRM3 unit is fitted on the following vehicles:
BMW 1 Series 2006 – 2011
BMW 3 Series 2004 – 2013
BMW X1 2008 – 2015
BMW X5 2009 – 2015
BMW Z4 2008 – 2015
Mini Cooper 2006 – 2015
Mini Clubman 2006 – 2014
Mini Cabrio 2007 – 2015
Mini Coupe 2010 – 2015
Mini Roadster 2011 – 2015
Mini Countryman 2010 – 2016
Mini Paceman 2012 – 2016
Mini One 2005 – 2013
E70 E84 E87 E90 E91 E92 E93
The most Common failing part numbers are:
61359390491 / 61359340339 / 61359308371 / 61359286887 / 61359263803 / 61359240533 / 61359241008 / 61359224598 / 61359204536 / 61359187559 / 61359166708 / 61359159808 / 61359153779 / 61359224595 / 61359240527 / 61359249083 / 61353456588 / 61353456394 / 61359263800 / 61353456051 / 61359224589 / 61359241006 / 61359230450 / 61353457427 / 61353456034 / 61353456395
If you want to repair your FRM3 you can send it to us, or visit us at our workshop in Basingstoke.
Visit our online shop for more information at:
https://www.theautomotiveexpertltd.com/shop/bmw-mini-frm3-repair
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