1996-2002 BMW Z3 E36 Fuse Box Diagram

The BMW Z3 E36 is a two-seat roadster that was produced from 1996 to 2002. It is powered by a variety of engines, including the 1.9L M44 inline-4, the 2.8L M52 inline-6, and the 3.0L M54 inline-6.

The Z3 E36 has two fuse boxes: the main fuse box and the passenger compartment fuse box. The main fuse box is located under the hood, and the passenger compartment fuse box is located in the passenger compartment.

This article provides diagrams of the main fuse box and the passenger compartment fuse box for the BMW Z3 E36. The diagrams show the location of each fuse and its corresponding function.

By understanding the fuse box diagrams, you can easily diagnose and repair electrical problems in your BMW Z3 E36.

Here are some additional tips for using the fuse box diagrams:

  • Make sure that the car is turned off before you work on the fuse boxes.
  • Use a plastic fuse puller to remove the fuses.
  • Do not use a metal tool to remove the fuses, as this could damage the fuse terminals.
  • If a fuse is blown, replace it with a fuse of the same amperage.
  • If you are unsure of the function of a fuse, consult your BMW Z3 E36 owner’s manual.

Electrical Distribution Center

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Fuse NumberFuse Amp. RatingProtected components
130ASunroof
215ATrailer connector
330AHeadlight washers
415AHeated seats
530ADriver’s seat
620AHeated rear windscreen
75AHeated door lock
Central locking
Central control unit
Remote control
Folding roof
Transmission SMG
Engine management, CNG
815AHorns
920ARadio
1030AABS
Stability control (ASC)
117.5ALeft dipped beam:
Headlights
Front fog lights
Crash sensor
Alarm system
On-board computer
127.5ARight dipped beam:
Headlights
Front fog lights
Crash sensor
Alarm system
On-board computer
135AWindows / Engine control unit
1430AFront windows
Body control unit / Central control unit
1515AHeadlights
Front fog lights
165AHeating and ventilation
Engine control unit
177.5A/10A1996-1997: Front fog lights
1998-2002: Rear fog light
1815AEngine control unit
1930AWindows / Seats
2030AHeating and air conditioning
215AABS
Stability control (ASC)
225ALight switch
Headlights
235AHeated seats
Flasher unit
Instrument panel
Clock
Headlights
Heated rear windscreen
Heating and air conditioning
On-board computer
ABS
2410AHeated washers
Heated mirrors
Parking distance control
255ACrash sensor
Alarm system
Headlights
Tail lights
Parking lights
Light switch
Engine compartment lights
2610A1996-1997:
Reversing lights
Automatic transmission
Clock
Parking distance control
On-board computer
Immobiliser
Mirrors
Alternator

1998-2002:
Engine control unit
Alternator
Cooling fan
Automatic transmission
275AAirbag
ABS
Stability control (ASC)
Instrument panel
Folding roof
On-board computer
Engine control unit
285AStarter motor
Automatic transmission
Engine control unit
Cruise control
Immobiliser
297.5AHeadlights
Fog lights
307.5AHeadlights
Fog lights
315AOn-board computer
Instrument panel
Clock
Body control unit
Heating and air conditioning
Immobiliser
Parking distance control
Starter motor
3230APassenger compartment
3310ASidelights
Number plate lights
Light switch
Tail lights
Interior lights
Telephone
Radio
On-board computer
Heated door locks
Body control unit
3415AHazard warning lights
Crash sensor
Alarm sensor
Direction indicators
3525ACentral locking
Body control unit
Folding roof
Heated door locks
3630AWash/wipe system
3710A1996-1997:
Interior lights
Wash/wipe system
Heating and air conditioning
On-board computer
Light switch
Headlights
Fog lights
Number plate lights
Parking lights
Tail lights

1998-2002:
Headlight levelling
Sidelights
Number plate lights
Tail lights
Interior lights
Passenger compartment
Wash/wipe system
3830AABS
Stability control (ASC)
Heating and ventilation
397.5AHeating and air conditioning
Engine control unit
4030ASeats / Heating and air conditioning
4130AHeating and ventilation
Airbag
427.5AAirbag
Folding roof
435AInterior lights
Central locking
Remote control
Telephone
Alarm system
Body control unit
Airbag
Folding roof
Mirrors
4415AInterior
Radio
Wash/wipe system
Body control unit
Headlight washers
457.5AOn-board computer
Wash/wipe system
Clock
Instrument panel
Immobiliser
4615AInstrument panel
On-board computer
Immobiliser
Cruise control
Clock
ABS
Stability control (ASC)
Automatic transmission
Brake lights
Remote control
R1Fuel pump relay
or
Number plate lights
Right sidelights
R2DME relay
or
Left sidelights relay
R3Oxygen sensor relay
or
Daylight running system relay
R4Horn relay
R5Front fog lights relay
or
Air conditioning relay
R6Main beam relay
R7Dipped beam relay
R8Flasher unit relay
R9Blower relay
R10Cooling fan relay, stage 1
R11Air-conditioning compressor relay
R12Cooling fan relay, stage 2
R13ABS pump relay
R14ABS main relay
R15Heated rear windscreen relay
or
Discharge relay
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