I've been away from this site for a long time, but I'm back with a 1995 525iT. I'm having a bunch of electrical problems.

When trying to start the car, I get full dash lights, but no action from the starter. I have no power windows, sunroof, radio, or door locks. the wipers only work on high speed and don't park. The horn blows, headlights work, and cabin air blower works on all speeds.


Battery was going dead overnight.
Found broken 3rd brake light wires
Found broken rear window heater wires.
Found faulty micro-switch at rear window lock, failed closed (making relay module click repeatedly)
Measured 3.5+/- amp draw on battery even with the above repaired
The RH tailgate wiring harness at tailgate is good, but I haven't cut the loom to check the LH tailgate harness.
BOTH fusible links are fine
All fuses are fine

I don't know yet where the current draw is coming from. I still have to pull fuses to check.

Any and all ideas and advise would sure be appreciated.

Chris