BMW 3 Series Dashboard Instrument Cluster Repair

BMW 3 Series Dashboard Instrument Cluster Problems & Repairs
The instrument clusters on the BMW 3 Series have been known to commonly fail under varying conditions and the most common issue found with these instrument clusters are gauge failure due to the breakdown of internal components. This fault is known to start intermittently, however, when not treated, can cause the faults to become permanent.

Common BMW 3 Series Instrument Cluster / Dashboard Problems
Some of the other most common issues that have been found with BMW 3 Series instrument clusters are listed below:

• Gauge Failure due to Internal Component breakdown
• Background Illumination Failure
• No Sound
• Gauges Flicker & Reset to 0
• LCD is Faded or Pixelated
• Speed Stays at 0MPH
• Complete Power Failure
• Only One Side of the LCD
• High Beam Warning & Indicator LED’s Not Working
• Backlight Flickers

If you find that you have a faulty instrument cluster unit, the first option that you may have been advised of is to have the unit replaced. While this may seem like the easier and quickest option, it can also work out to be costly due to the additional expense of having the unit coded / programmed to your vehicle. Another alternative option available is the purchase of a second-hand used part which comes with a limited warranty, generally, only 30-90 days and this will also need to be coded / programmed to your vehicle at an additional cost, as well as further costs of the unit being calibrated to read the correct mileage.

My BMW 3 Series Instrument Cluster is Faulty – How can Sinspeed Help?
If you find that your BMW 3 Series Instrument Cluster is faulty, you will be pleased to know that we are able to fully test & repair your own unit using only genuine OEM components, which will meet and exceed OE specifications. Not only this but all of our repaired dashboard speedometers will also come with a Lifetime warranty and will not require coding when refitting back to your vehicle.

A professional fitting service is also available if required.

We have compiled a list of the most common failing part numbers that have been repaired in our workshop recently. This is not a complete list, so if you find that your part number is not on here, please call us on 0203 815 9441 to confirm.

Ajaz

Ajaz is a seasoned automotive electronics engineer with deep expertise in remanufacturing vehicle electronics. He has developed skills in all areas of the automotive field, from rebuilding hydraulic steering components, and mechanical gearboxes and reworking intricate vehicle electronics. Ajaz also acquired Bodyteq, a London-based vehicle bodyshop where he has developed extensive knowledge in automotive refinishing.

Alongside his automotive career, Ajaz has built a career in the IT industry, gaining accredited certification as an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Cloud Architect, and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) specialist.