E30 instrument cluster issues

[TIZZLA 0]

Hey guys, car is a 86 318i coupe

The temp gauge isn't working and the previous owner has wired in an aftermarket temp gauge which works fine but I'd like to get the factory one going again.

The service lights aren't coming on, previous owner said this was the case when he bought it as well.

And also the fault lights panel located by the rear view mirror is missing. Was this an optional extra for e30's? And if i sourced one would it be a massive job to get it functioning?

Any help or advice much appreciated

[Jono51 58]

Hey guys, car is a 86 318i coupe

The temp gauge isn't working and the previous owner has wired in an aftermarket temp gauge which works fine but I'd like to get the factory one going again.

The service lights aren't coming on, previous owner said this was the case when he bought it as well.

And also the fault lights panel located by the rear view mirror is missing. Was this an optional extra for e30's? And if i sourced one would it be a massive job to get it functioning?

Any help or advice much appreciated

temp gauge could be a number of things

Service lights , common fault, batteries tend to leak into the SI board

should have some bits and pieces lying around

pop in or give us a call

Jon

[TIZZLA 0]

Thanks Jon,

Im very keen to get some parts from you,

Will be in touch soon.

[nzhaystack 0]

Thanks Jon,

Im very keen to get some parts from you,

Will be in touch soon.

Hi Tony,

I have an 84 e30 and have had the temp guage not working before, after doing the following it sparked into life:

1. replace the sensor (or just clean your old one)

2. clean all metal contacts (toothbrush etc works well)

3. ensure the grounding nut on the back of the cluster for the temp guage is done up tight

Mine works like a charm now shouldnt take more than a few hours to do

Mitchell