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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW1996850CI (E31) V12-5379CC 5.4L SOHC (M73)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDIAGRAMSCOMPONENTSMODULESELECTRONIC IMMOBILIZER CONTROL MODULE (EWS II)
1996 BMW 850Ci (E31) V12-5379cc 5.4L SOHC (M73)
Electronic Immobilizer Control Module (EWS II)
1996 BMW 850Ci (E31) V12-5379cc 5.4L SOHC (M73)SECTION Electronic Immobilizer Control Module (EWS II)
Component Location View
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Component ID A836, Electronic Immobilizer Control Module (EWS II)
Location Behind Glove Box
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Component ID A836, Electronic Immobilizer Control Module (EWS II)
Location Behind Glove Box
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.