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Dead pixel failure repairs on BMW dashboard instrument cluster
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Dead pixel failure repairs on BMW dashboard instrument cluster, MID unit and AC unit
BMW 3 series (E36), 5 series (E34, E39, M5), 7 series (E38), 8 series (E31), X5 from 1988-2003 all have the common dead / fading / disappearing pixels on the instrument cluster (also on the board computer) - on the large LCD display that shows valuable data such as the mileage and the on board computer messages. The pixel problem lies with the ribbon cable / flat cable that connects the LCD display to the circuit board of the instrument cluster. The pictures below show the instrument cluster's LCD display before and after the ribbon / falt cable replacement (just an example of several board computer / dashboard instrument cluster types):
before pixel repairs - visible pixel failure
after pixel failure repairs - new ribbon cable applied
You will find bond-less silver ribbon cables / flat cables for the following models / units below:
--> BMW 7 series E38 / 5 series E39 / X5 E53 instrument cluster speedometer and Multi information display MID (Also called as "On board computer / OBC")
--> BMW 7 series E38 Air Conditioning (A/C) control unit
--> BMW E36 3 series and 8 series E31 MID
--> BMW 5 series E34 instrument cluster
BMW E38 E39 M5 X5 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
BMW E39 M5 X5 MID UNIT
BMW E38 MID UNIT
E38 AC / AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
BMW E34 dashboard speedometer
BMW E36 MID UNIT 8 BUTTONS
BMW E36 MID UNIT 11 BUTTONS
BMW E36 & E31 MID UNIT 18 BUTTONS
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# 254-003
The instrument cluster units in the BMW E38, E39 and X5 models from 1994-2003 are quite similar, (they were all produced by Siemens VDO), using the same LCD and the same ribbon cable at all models. There are minor differences, like diesel or petrol powered ones, and also some speedos come with miles others with km/hrs, however the LCD and the ribbon cable is the same at all 5 series (E39) 7 series (E38) and X5 (E53) models.
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#special needle removal tool
- needle removal tool & torx screwdriver included
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# 254-001
The OBC unit on the MID console - also known as radio / telephone unit on BMW E39 and X5 models from 1996-2003 are identical, using the same LCD and the same ribbon cable. There are minor differences, like one comes with telephone button, others are witout, however the LCD and the ribbon cable is the same at all 5 series (E39) and X5 (E53) models.
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# 254-002
The climate control unit on the MID console on BMW E38 from 1994-2003 have the very common fading or missing pixels, lines, columns.
There are 2 cables included in this price, as there are 2 displays in the unit.
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# 254-005
BMW 3 series (E36), from1988-1999 all have the common disappearing / fading or completely dead LCD pixels on the board computer display. The problem lies with the ribbon cable that connects the LCD display to the circuit board of the MID. All 3 variants (8 / 11 / 18 buttons) are available.
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# 254-006
BMW 8 series (E31), from1988-1999 all have the common disappearing/fading pixels on the on board computer LCD. The problem lies with the ribbon cable that connects the LCD display to the circuit board of the MID.
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# 254-004
The dashboard instrument cluster in several BMW E34 models came with digital mileage display - both at diesel and petrol powered models.
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#254-044
- brand new ribbon cables
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#254-000
- brand new silver ribbon cable for Bavaria radio
- foam spacers included
Afterword:
Dead LCD pixels, fading LCD pixel on the instrument cluster are quite bad looking parts of a good car’s interior, so it is understandable that you may want to get it fixed. Replacement of the complete unit is quite expensive, that is why we try to encourage people to get it fixed by a professional on half price, or do the ribbon cable replacement at home on tenth price. As we sell quality flexible ribbon cables, bulbs / lamps only for DIY repair. This very common pixel failure is known on several units, like dashboard instrument cluster (speedometer), MID, and radio units, OBC (on board computer), and SID, and happen to several CAR manufacturers that use Siemens VDO electronics such as BMW 3 5 7 series, Audi A3 A4 A6 A8, VW, Seat, Mercedes C and E class, SAAB & Rover - you will find several different models on our site.We have 3 important remarks to all those who already ordered the spare parts for their cars: --> 1. Read the complete instructions before starting the ribbon cable replacement.--> 2. Technical support is always available - on the phone, or via E-mail – please feel free to ask at any time!--> 3. Always feel free to live with the opportunity mentioned on the last page of the instructions booklet!
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