Blinker Problem

Chief Orman · 07-11-2017, 03:08 PM

Right rear blinker throwing an error and flashing very quickly. I know there have been other posts on this, but want to see if there are any recent solutions. I pulled the bulb unit and checked the connections (i.e., bent them out to make sure they are making contact with the blinker unit) as well as the bulbs. All seems fine.

Any tips, tricks or advice?

I am reluctant to take it to the damn mechanic because it will be a $500 swap and replace exercise.

montr · 07-11-2017, 05:17 PM

I had this problem last year. My rear LED light was defective, some LED did not turn ON. I decided to try this light from Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
At first, I was not sure about the quality because it is only $56. I decided to order anyway. I am happy with the purchase. I cannot tell any difference in appearance or quality vs. OEM

Persian Whisperjet · 07-11-2017, 05:42 PM

There are two bulbs per side, no?

kydiesel35 · 07-11-2017, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Persian Whisperjet

There are two bulbs per side, no?

Yes there are two bulbs on each side for running lights.

I'm having this same problem as of today, no fast blinker, just error on left tail light. Any other possibilities before replacing the whole tail?

Yozh · 07-12-2017, 12:32 AM

It's the soldering joints between the three blinker led panels inside. But easiest to replace the whole unit. If you are brave you can take apart. They come apart easy and then resolder and reglue.

Brandon818 · 07-12-2017, 02:11 AM

typical bmw driver, claiming their blinkers don't work haha. Good luck man, I have no clue.

chau · 07-12-2017, 02:22 AM

You can order the "repair kit" which includes two outer tail lights

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...SABEgKl1PD_BwE

rulonger · 07-12-2017, 08:42 AM

+1 on what Yozh said.

I had this issue but cannot offer any DIY help as I had both taillights replaced under CPO.

335stoner · 07-12-2017, 08:51 AM

Did you check the blinker fluid?

335dlci · 07-12-2017, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chau

You can order the "repair kit" which includes two outer tail lights

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...SABEgKl1PD_BwE

This is the best solultion. No issues after the updated part.

kydiesel35 · 07-12-2017, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 335dlci

This is the best solultion. No issues after the updated part.

Agreed I ordered a set earlier.

Might as well replace the other one since it has small cracks and save it for a spare.

Built4Sin · 07-12-2017, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by rulonger

+1 on what Yozh said.

I had this issue but cannot offer any DIY help as I had both taillights replaced under CPO.

Same here, TSB/ with the OE warranty covered it right after I bought it.

Chief Orman · 07-12-2017, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 335stoner

Did you check the blinker fluid?

I took a leak in the trunk on Monday so it still should be full.

Chief Orman · 07-13-2017, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chau

You can order the "repair kit" which includes two outer tail lights

https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...SABEgKl1PD_BwE

Thanks and done...just ordered the kit.

digitaldav · 07-17-2017, 02:08 AM

Chief O, I sent you a message if you haven't read it. I would like your old taillights.
I would like to do some experimenting with them if you wouldn't mind sending them. I will pay for shipping

Chief Orman · 07-17-2017, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by digitaldav

Chief O, I sent you a message if you haven't read it. I would like your old taillights.
I would like to do some experimenting with them if you wouldn't mind sending them. I will pay for shipping

no problem

digitaldav · 07-18-2017, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Orman

no problem

Appreciate it.. Message me whenever your ready. Let me know what shipping is to 19525

kydiesel35 · 07-20-2017, 01:13 PM

So these tail lights from ECS are absolutely OEM!

Real easy fix, just 3 8mm screws.

Chief Orman · 07-25-2017, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by kydiesel35

So these tail lights from ECS are absolutely OEM!

Real easy fix, just 3 8mm screws.

Just installed these babies today. Works like a charm. Thanks for all the helpful input.

digitaldav · 07-27-2017, 05:03 PM

Chief. I am getting this message when I tried to private message you.
Chief Orman has exceeded their stored private messages quota and cannot accept further messages until they clear some space.
Dave

Chief Orman · 07-27-2017, 05:23 PM

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Chief. I am getting this message when I tried to private message you.
Chief Orman has exceeded their stored private messages quota and cannot accept further messages until they clear some space.
Dave

sorry Dave.... time to delete some PM's...try again in a few

lnxguy · 07-27-2017, 09:05 PM

Yeah those ECS lights work great I'm running a pair as well. Still haven't dug into the OEM units yet to check the solder connections.

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Chief Orman Major 671 Rep 1,442 Posts Drives: 335D 2010 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: East Bay, Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	Right rear blinker throwing an error and flashing very quickly. I know there have been other posts on this, but want to see if there are any recent solutions. I pulled the bulb unit and checked the connections (i.e., bent them out to make sure they are making contact with the blinker unit) as well as the bulbs. All seems fine. Any tips, tricks or advice? I am reluctant to take it to the damn mechanic because it will be a $500 swap and replace exercise.
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montr Captain 157 Rep 716 Posts Drives: 2010 335d, 2018 430i G-Coupe Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA iTrader: (0)	I had this problem last year. My rear LED light was defective, some LED did not turn ON. I decided to try this light from Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 At first, I was not sure about the quality because it is only $56. I decided to order anyway. I am happy with the purchase. I cannot tell any difference in appearance or quality vs. OEM
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Yozh Colonel 870 Rep 2,615 Posts Drives: 2011 335d M-Sport Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Wet Coast iTrader: (4)	It's the soldering joints between the three blinker led panels inside. But easiest to replace the whole unit. If you are brave you can take apart. They come apart easy and then resolder and reglue.
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chau Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 234 Posts Drives: 335d Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Philadelphia iTrader: (0)	You can order the "repair kit" which includes two outer tail lights https://www.ecstuning.com/b-genuine-...SABEgKl1PD_BwE
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rulonger Lieutenant 111 Rep 529 Posts Drives: 2011 335d E90 & 2010 328i E91 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: NC iTrader: (0)	+1 on what Yozh said. I had this issue but cannot offer any DIY help as I had both taillights replaced under CPO. __________________ 2011 335d Deep Sea Blue on Beige (stock except for the cheap ass wheels from PO) 2010 328i Tasman Green on Saddle (stock)
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335stoner BRR tuned 220 Rep 646 Posts Drives: 335D black Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: cypress tx iTrader: (0)	Did you check the blinker fluid?
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digitaldav Private First Class 25 Rep 145 Posts Drives: 2009 335d Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Lansdale, Pa iTrader: (0)	Chief O, I sent you a message if you haven't read it. I would like your old taillights. I would like to do some experimenting with them if you wouldn't mind sending them. I will pay for shipping
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kydiesel35 Lieutenant 166 Rep 460 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 35d Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: KY iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 335d [0.00]	So these tail lights from ECS are absolutely OEM! Real easy fix, just 3 8mm screws. Attached Images
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lnxguy Lieutenant Colonel 357 Rep 1,723 Posts Drives: 2009 335D Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Barrie iTrader: (1)	Yeah those ECS lights work great I'm running a pair as well. Still haven't dug into the OEM units yet to check the solder connections.
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