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Locks - Gong Warning/No Visual Warning Message

SI B 61 02 08
General Electrical Systems

February 2008
Technical Service

Gong Warning Without Visual Check Control Message

MODEL
E90, E91, E92, E93 (3 Series)

SITUATION
An implausible gong warning sounds approximately 10-15 seconds after the engine is started. There is no Check Control warning in the Instrument Cluster and no faults are stored.

CAUSE
Faulty center lock button (permanently closed contacts)

CORRECTION
In the case of a customer complaint, test the functionality of the center lock button and replace as necessary.





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