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Many thanks to you both. I learned a bit about current generation switches in that there no switched voltage like in my day its all signals to one of the many management units. Makes the switches hard to trouble shoot I understand so getting the sophisticated diagnostic was definitely the key.

Just want to say big thanks to all for your help and interest

So after a rather embarrassing pause in the proceedings the problem has now been successfully resolved thanks to a combination of suggestions so big thanks to all contributors. I took the car to a local BMW independent with a high rating #3 in all of Wales so was reasonably confident they knew...

Ok thanks for the information could do with getting the codes checked

Hi zed carer thanks for the info, how did you get the aircon reawakened was it a dealership issue?

Yeah thanks for this it's confirmation of what I suspected this morning, took the covers,top and bottom off and there isn't enough room to get at the bolts. So am planning to do a swap out of the stalk as i found one for £9.00 and its worth that to move the problem on. I noticed on the...

Was thinking of a replacement indicator stalk. Good schematic of the lower cover presume the steering column goes down to remove the upper cover..

Ok thanks for the advice I've got a multimeter that works how difficult is to track down a circuit diagram . Do BMW publish them at all..

Just like to thank you all for your efforts on my behalf. Am happy to have a go at getting the stalk out though the sites I've seen say remove the steering wheel and whilst I've got the tools I'd be a bit nervous about the airbag, even with the battery disconnected. If anybody's done the...

U Hi Redline no nothing happens when I pres the switch. How would I check it out. Do I need to remove the stalk and is it easy to get to

Hi Colin thanks for the insight and application on the Carly. Sounds like I should invest in one I haven't done an in depth review of the system yet so will give it a go over the weekend . Just want some confidence it will give me a ode for the problem. I guess an assurance the OBC will be covered

Been looking into the Carly software and adaptor, can anyone advise if the y will confirm an onboard computer fault?

Always loved the shape but can't justify the outlay

Might have to take it into the dealership - they have quoted a cost of £108 for the first hour just to look at it. Not keen on that option just yet though what does a Carly box cost

Hi Colin have tried neither of those tactics so will give them a go and let you know, thanks for your prompt response Update: Have checked the fuses physically and with meter and all working, also reset1 had no effect eithe

Seeking some advice on what could be causing the OBC to not show any information when depressing the stalk. The display seems to be working fine as the clock, service indication all seem Fine and when I first drove it did display the range of miles but Wouldn't switch to show other features. I...

Lexus LS 200 got the class of a Merc and its a bit different so no too many about . It's the most unjapanese German model I've driven

I think buying another car would be cheaper than the divorce, for sure

Too comfy if I'm honest, should I be concerned, has anyone got advice on how to avoid your wife taking over your new love...

Also look who's driving it on its first outing - the wife- will I get it back