tonypope
09-17-2004, 05:15 AM
Hello there, from over here in scotland!
Having just returned to the fold,(slumming it for a few years with F**d!), I have now got a great E34 520 SEI,(M50 engine and apparently identical spec to your loaded 525 model), of '92 vintage. Looking at the EPC, the original alarm system (control unit on inside left engine bay, 82-11-9-418-403) was superceded by the remote operated unit (is it called the 'Alpine' ?, 82-11-9-400-859) under the rear seat cushion. Both are still fitted, it appears, but I have no remotes!! (common problem, I hear !)
The questions I'd appreciate any answers to are:
a. What spec is the remote alarm supposed to be? i.e. auto closing of windows and sunroof, ultrasonic protection, remote central locking operation, etc.
b. Which remote control should I be trying to find? 3-button (88-88-1-600-292)or 2, or the older one (82-11-1-467-015)?
c. Are these newer alarms utilising ultrasonic detectors in the cabin (These are fitted on the A-pillars) and does the LED indicator/switch on the facia centre air inlet grille work with this newer alarm?
I know its a bit long winded but looking at EPC's, TIS's and numerous forums shows there to be much confusion on this subject, so better I put down as much info as possible for you guys to help...............please!
Having just returned to the fold,(slumming it for a few years with F**d!), I have now got a great E34 520 SEI,(M50 engine and apparently identical spec to your loaded 525 model), of '92 vintage. Looking at the EPC, the original alarm system (control unit on inside left engine bay, 82-11-9-418-403) was superceded by the remote operated unit (is it called the 'Alpine' ?, 82-11-9-400-859) under the rear seat cushion. Both are still fitted, it appears, but I have no remotes!! (common problem, I hear !)
The questions I'd appreciate any answers to are:
a. What spec is the remote alarm supposed to be? i.e. auto closing of windows and sunroof, ultrasonic protection, remote central locking operation, etc.
b. Which remote control should I be trying to find? 3-button (88-88-1-600-292)or 2, or the older one (82-11-1-467-015)?
c. Are these newer alarms utilising ultrasonic detectors in the cabin (These are fitted on the A-pillars) and does the LED indicator/switch on the facia centre air inlet grille work with this newer alarm?
I know its a bit long winded but looking at EPC's, TIS's and numerous forums shows there to be much confusion on this subject, so better I put down as much info as possible for you guys to help...............please!