FRM Module replacement? or is there a different route?

Blackacee · 11-17-2015, 06:24 AM

Hello,

So I have a 2007 328xi and I have a headlight out error on my dash and it beeps every 5 seconds. I took it to a BMW dealer and they said they need to change the FRM module and that it would be $1000. I've been trying to look up if anyone else has had this problem to see if there is an easier solution or what the problem could actually be? Below I am going to post some info on the car to help pinpoint my solution.

Manufacture date:11/20/2006

Tail light picture(I've read something about needing a specific FRM module for different taillights) :

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I did go to HID's before the problem and now ever since I switched back to regular bulbs because of being annoyed with the beeping it still beeps as if the headlight is out. Hopefully this is enough info for someone to help me understand the problem and maybe give a better answer on what I should do.

-Also someone else said something about reflashing it?

Thanks,

Anthony

ptpending · 11-17-2015, 09:15 AM

you need to read error codes
if there is short circuit error code in FRM, it can be cleared using special diagnostic tools
if this error will not be cleared using such software, you need to replace FRM
there are plenty of them on ebay,
you do not need special version of them because you do not have Adaptive Xenon or Xenon, simple FRM1 FRMFA will fit

Blackacee · 11-17-2015, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ptpending

you need to read error codes
if there is short circuit error code in FRM, it can be cleared using special diagnostic tools
if this error will not be cleared using such software, you need to replace FRM
there are plenty of them on ebay,
you do not need special version of them because you do not have Adaptive Xenon or Xenon, simple FRM1 FRMFA will fit

Ok I had bought this thing called BlueDriver and it didn't show any error codes which I thought was funny because my vehicle check light is always on and when my car beeps its this symbol(

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). And worse case I should get a FRM1 off ebay and have it coded to my car?

wildcatcrazy · 11-17-2015, 05:11 PM

You need to clear any short circuits on your FRM, clear codes and code out bulb checks for your retro/aftermarket lights.

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Blackacee Registered 2 Rep 3 Posts Drives: BMW 328xi Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: USA est iTrader: (0)	FRM Module replacement? or is there a different route? Hello, So I have a 2007 328xi and I have a headlight out error on my dash and it beeps every 5 seconds. I took it to a BMW dealer and they said they need to change the FRM module and that it would be $1000. I've been trying to look up if anyone else has had this problem to see if there is an easier solution or what the problem could actually be? Below I am going to post some info on the car to help pinpoint my solution. Manufacture date:11/20/2006 Tail light picture(I've read something about needing a specific FRM module for different taillights) : View post on imgur.com I did go to HID's before the problem and now ever since I switched back to regular bulbs because of being annoyed with the beeping it still beeps as if the headlight is out. Hopefully this is enough info for someone to help me understand the problem and maybe give a better answer on what I should do. -Also someone else said something about reflashing it? Thanks, Anthony
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ptpending Colonel 456 Rep 2,749 Posts Drives: e91 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Poland iTrader: (1)	you need to read error codes if there is short circuit error code in FRM, it can be cleared using special diagnostic tools if this error will not be cleared using such software, you need to replace FRM there are plenty of them on ebay, you do not need special version of them because you do not have Adaptive Xenon or Xenon, simple FRM1 FRMFA will fit __________________ E81 2007 130i 6cylinder Montego blue Retrofits: Harman Kardon, High-beam assistant, Removable tow hitch. Auto-dim folding exterior mirrors. Lumbar support. Perfomance Brakes.
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