Need to program mpm?
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My non bmw mechanic replaced my wet and corroded MPM. Car still funny/not right. Mechanic said bring it to dealer who's computer will find problems.
SA says to me that the MPM should have been programed (or is it that the car is programed to the mpm? no matter). Is that right? Replacing mpm needs a 2.5 program job too?
Thanks.
SA says to me that the MPM should have been programed (or is it that the car is programed to the mpm? no matter). Is that right? Replacing mpm needs a 2.5 program job too?
Thanks.
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My non bmw mechanic replaced my wet and corroded MPM. Car still funny/not right. Mechanic said bring it to dealer who's computer will find problems.
SA says to me that the MPM should have been programed (or is it that the car is programed to the mpm? no matter). Is that right? Replacing mpm needs a 2.5 program job too?
Thanks.
SA says to me that the MPM should have been programed (or is it that the car is programed to the mpm? no matter). Is that right? Replacing mpm needs a 2.5 program job too?
Thanks.
Make that a "2.5 hour program job". . .
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I've never had to do it but did read about it here:
https://5series.net/forums/topic/957...__pid__1134477
If the module has charred the wiring harness it would take some time to replace/repair
that. No programming just for the MPM should be needed.
https://5series.net/forums/topic/957...__pid__1134477
If the module has charred the wiring harness it would take some time to replace/repair
that. No programming just for the MPM should be needed.
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sorry to bring up an old thread but i have the same issue.. Idrive blank and sos crossed out... checked the trunk and had water in it. If i purchase a new MPM do i need to take it to the dealer and get it programmed or could i just plug it in?
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btw i have 2006 525i and my navi, stereo bluetooth all not working... its just off. the wire didnt melt nor the MPM but might have shorted...if i purchase a new MPM I am getting few ppl saying i need to get it program and few ppl saying I dont.
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MPM??? Please explain to me what MPM is... Everytime I start the my car, I get the chime that says "SOS call system malfunction" I figure it's cause I don't pay for some service... Seeing this thread makes me think something needs fixed...
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My Ride: BMW 525i Touring
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2004 525i Touring (85K genuine miles on clock plus full service history)
My MPM has gone haywire but after removing it and inspecting wheel well area it is bone dry. The PCB inside the outer case looks brand new and no sign of any corrosion at all.
Is there any way to test it? I have tried another used module which is also just as faulty and the pins look corroded on that one which probably means it has been wet at some time.
Any suggestions would be most welcome.
John (Basingstoke UK)
My MPM has gone haywire but after removing it and inspecting wheel well area it is bone dry. The PCB inside the outer case looks brand new and no sign of any corrosion at all.
Is there any way to test it? I have tried another used module which is also just as faulty and the pins look corroded on that one which probably means it has been wet at some time.
Any suggestions would be most welcome.
John (Basingstoke UK)
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MPM (micro power module) is 100% plug and play. there is no programming required. working MPMs can be had on ebay for $100 or less.
jackaroo, I don't know if there is any way to test it. I'm sure there is, I'm just not aware of it.
Good luck.
jackaroo, I don't know if there is any way to test it. I'm sure there is, I'm just not aware of it.
Good luck.
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