Central locking on 118d 2007

[jgemmerson]

Hello there

My 118D 2007 has developed a very annoying fault with the central locking. When you press the key fob it unlocks the passenger door and the boot only, it does not unlock the drivers door. I have to then open the passsenger door and reach over to unlock the drivers door.

Do you think that this is an expensive BMW fix or is there a quicker easier way to fix it?

Thanks for taking the time to read

Regards

Jez

[Sortie 10]

I had something very similar with my Z4 and a local independent traced it to be an ECU fault. A secondhand ECU was fitted and cured the problem...and left several new ones! If it is diagnosed as an ECU I suggest you bite the bullet and for peace of mind pay the extra for a new one. Take a photo of your dashboard with the engine running to prove that no warning lights are on before you take the car in, and note other settings that were programmed (e.g. follow me home lights set) to ensure that the fixed car is as you want it.