My car has an issue is not locking the doors right after a turn off the car, but when the car is moving the central lock button in the car works fine but once I turn the car off it won't respond to the key and also the central lock button inside the car won't work for a couple of mins and then just randomly works after I turn on and off the car a couple times
I have an e60 lci, the battery failed after sitting for a while, and it was recoded with a new one. Now the front passenger side window wont go down or up at all, and both front doors won't unlock by remote. The front left one also doesn't unlock when I use the key but can be manually unlocked and locked. Any ideas? I've checked the fuses I could think of and nothing
Hi have and 06 X5 E53, my driver door locks using key inserted, manually pushing pin down, and unlocks same as well as using handle inside. Inseted key has full functionality will lock unlock driver,and remaining doors, as well as window, moon roof open close .Central lock, and auto lock works on remaining doors... is this a wiring issue to the door ? or from the central lock ? A prev owner "snaked" an aux cable under the central console to the middle storage bin .... Thanks Rob
Also here is how to fit the new; How to Fit Lock Actuator BMW. X5. 2003-6 Power door lock, central locking repair e53 handle opening th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html
My dad has this same problem on his e53 x5 once he lubricated the actuator it worked for a while and then stopped, he changed the actuator and it still did not solve the problem so I guess it has to be a blown fuse.
Hi, In my 2012 x1 passenger front door doesn't unlock or go up, I have to manually to do it from inside door handle, once I do that it works fine it locks n unlocks and after few hours I leave it closed and unlock the car again same issue. Any recommendations?
Hey Nathan, just a few questions. Is it possible to program a key that is was already programmed? For some reason the key that came with my car became unprogrammed. Also, I was wondering if you could link the box that programs the keys into the description. Thanks man
To program the key Sit in the driver seat make sure both doors are unlocked and closed Put key in ignition Turn key once quickly(just once) Pull out quickly Hold middle lock button and as you hold it press the unlock button 3 times and your key should be programmed
Hi Mark, trying to locate the video you mentioned where you show how you've changed the actuator, scrolled through your list and can't find it. Are you able to attach a link perhaps?
My 2004 545i makes the unlock chime when i push the button, but the latches wont go up, so im pretty much locked out of my car even tho it says its open
I have a 135i. My central lock locks both the doors however it does not unlock the doors. I can hear the actuator however the pin doesn’t come up. Since the actuators boy lock I Ume the actuator is ok. Why won’t it unlock the doors?
You will have to take the door panel off and have a look. The actuator does several functions. So if the button isn’t going up it simply might have clipped off. Or that part of the actuator may no longer be working.
I wish I found this video a few months ago. We garaged my e39 and after the last battery died suddenly the central lock system failed, I have to unlock the car manually. Chances are the fuses are blown. I guess the guy we sold it to, who were bought the car from will need to handle that
@@bettykent426 I have no idea what you are asking here sorry. Suffice to say I did this job more than 4yrs ago so all the information will be on this video I linked to in the previous reply. Please study the video to get all you can from it. MRT
@@Marksreviewsandtutorials I'm asking if on passengers side if it's tge 3 bolts +the hex screw holding in the actuator you stated tge passenger was a bit different so I'm trying to be sure or ask if you have video to remove the actuator on passenger side are my ?'s thank you
whenever i put my keyfob into the ignition, the car automatically locks. when i hit the unlock button it unlocks then quickly locks back. how do i stop this from locking like that?
Exact same issue I had, thanks for verifying what I thought was also the culprit, the freakin Actuator. I would rate the difficulty of the replacement a 7 out of 10 if anyone decides DIY..
I agree, a 7/10 managed it in the end but so so fiddly. Through doing this I figured out how the door and key work as I had to fix them after bodging it during the actuator DIY but pretty good now locks are fully workinh
Hello, my bmw drivers door keyhole is messed up so my key wouldnt work to unlock the door. I paid a tow place to come out and unlock it. now when i put my key in the ignition my car wont start.is this a security issue and how do ii fix this
My 02 x5 rear doors will not unlock with either fob or the console button but will unlock via a pill of the interior handle. Anyone find and fix this? No further wiring issues btw
Hi, I have a similar problem I can lock with key and keyfob but only unlock it with key. When I press unlock button on keyfob the lock pin doesnt go up. I cant press the lock pin down either. I only have this issue on driver side door all other door work fine, I have replaced the door actuator and checked all the fuzes but the problem remains...
Why it is that people with any BMW issue, be it door locks or almost anything else, NEVER do they describe the issues that lead on....but instead, only answers! For example, my 03, 325XI wagon, in the morning, (lately) (never before) usually, my key pressed to open all, only opens the driver door...not any doors or rear gate including the rear or the glass upper gate. Upon some research, I found many on the BMW forums talking about this situation, 3 series and beyond 10 years that a module fails in these cars. A GM5 module, is expected to fail within 10 years... My 03 325XI is now approaching 20 years. It has 153K...I bought it 4 years ago with 92K...I have replaced many many parts including cooling system parts, not all, also fuel pump, and its filter system, a rear shock, front sway bar stabilizers, oil filter housing gasket, one belt tensioner pulley and belt, all wheel rotors and brake pads and 2 sensors. Also, at 120k, replaced transmission fluid for my GM 5 speed, against BMW's "life time" never service! Changed it with Dex6..Although since, hesitation to engage upon 5 to 15 seconds ...I can race the engine for 3 seconds before engagement...Never ever had this...even in my 1963 Rambler 660 cross country, or the many Mercedes Benz, or Audi's or the two decades of Volvo 240, that used Asian Warner transmissions. BMW in 2003 used American GM transmissions in thier 3 series, but only in BMW wagons. 3 series Sedans used German made ZF transmissions, while 325xi wagons used GM (General Motors) 5 speed automatic transmissions. ..........Ive done a lot of research on my car...because I'm trying to make my car available to last for the rest of my short life. I do all my own mechanics...I got a really great car in my 325XI...It is a high maintenance car for sure...This is a long read for sure, sorry, but I have driven cars since 1965, including a Rover P5, a 59 MG twin Cam, several Ramblers, several Darts, Valiants, Fury3, Jaguar, Chevy, Ford, and a lot more. I have kept a log and description of all the automobiles I have owned and have driven since 1964. I have owned, registered more than 150 automobiles. I am 65 years now. What I drive today, the 03 BMW, is a pretty remarkable car....I did exercise my car's electronic stability....I then found out what "drifting" was all about..I have never had the car take control like this from any car I have ever known. The Benz's didnt...
Hi Stephen, Have a look at these two videos I trust they will help. th-cam.com/video/cXpJekvTnB0/w-d-xo.html and th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html I bought the actuator off eBay, the first video talks about this, that Chinese actuator worked great for me.
When I open my driver door it doesn’t even shut the alarm off it doesn’t turn the light on in other words it doesn’t recognize the door is being opening the central fuses are ok
No, the one with the picture of the door in the centre console is to lock the doors. Not sure what you mean by locking the windows, unless you mean the one on a convertible that closes the windows?
Super helpful mate, thanks for taking the time to make and upload this.
My car has an issue is not locking the doors right after a turn off the car, but when the car is moving the central lock button in the car works fine but once I turn the car off it won't respond to the key and also the central lock button inside the car won't work for a couple of mins and then just randomly works after I turn on and off the car a couple times
There is a module in the car I believe it is gm3 or gm5. Google that and I believe it will have your answers
I have an e60 lci, the battery failed after sitting for a while, and it was recoded with a new one. Now the front passenger side window wont go down or up at all, and both front doors won't unlock by remote. The front left one also doesn't unlock when I use the key but can be manually unlocked and locked. Any ideas? I've checked the fuses I could think of and nothing
Yes there are modules that can fail. I think they are called gm3 and gm5 Google that and look for similar faults
I have the same exact problem did you figure out how to fix it
@@soniczo3274 has your battery recently failed? I've sold the car now sorry
Hi have and 06 X5 E53, my driver door locks using key inserted, manually pushing pin down, and unlocks same as well as using handle inside. Inseted key has full functionality will lock unlock driver,and remaining doors, as well as window, moon roof open close .Central lock, and auto lock works on remaining doors... is this a wiring issue to the door ? or from the central lock ? A prev owner "snaked" an aux cable under the central console to the middle storage bin .... Thanks Rob
Hi Rob. Watch this video again. As it sounds like exactly the same thing that I fixed here by replacing the actuator.
Also here is how to fit the new; How to Fit Lock Actuator BMW. X5. 2003-6 Power door lock, central locking repair e53 handle opening th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html
My dad has this same problem on his e53 x5 once he lubricated the actuator it worked for a while and then stopped, he changed the actuator and it still did not solve the problem so I guess it has to be a blown fuse.
There is also a computer module to check. GM3 or GM5.
Hi,
In my 2012 x1 passenger front door doesn't unlock or go up, I have to manually to do it from inside door handle, once I do that it works fine it locks n unlocks and after few hours I leave it closed and unlock the car again same issue. Any recommendations?
They can get stiff and lubrication can solve it but it does sound like your actuator could be on its way out. MRT
Great video👍🏽 just had this problem today 🤦♂️
Glad it helped
Thank you, followed your video step by step and got it sorted today.🙏🏽❤️
@@joAO-87-TugA So Good. Well done. 👍
Hey Nathan, just a few questions. Is it possible to program a key that is was already programmed? For some reason the key that came with my car became unprogrammed. Also, I was wondering if you could link the box that programs the keys into the description. Thanks man
To program the key
Sit in the driver seat make sure both doors are unlocked and closed
Put key in ignition
Turn key once quickly(just once)
Pull out quickly
Hold middle lock button and as you hold it press the unlock button 3 times and your key should be programmed
Hi Mark, trying to locate the video you mentioned where you show how you've changed the actuator, scrolled through your list and can't find it. Are you able to attach a link perhaps?
How to Fit Lock Actuator BMW. X5. 2003-6 Power door lock, central locking repair e53 handle opening th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html
My 2004 545i makes the unlock chime when i push the button, but the latches wont go up, so im pretty much locked out of my car even tho it says its open
Yep. Sounds like either the module if multiple are not working or the actuator if just one has stopped. Google gm5 module. MRT
I have a 135i. My central lock locks both the doors however it does not unlock the doors. I can hear the actuator however the pin doesn’t come up. Since the actuators boy lock I Ume the actuator is ok. Why won’t it unlock the doors?
You will have to take the door panel off and have a look. The actuator does several functions. So if the button isn’t going up it simply might have clipped off. Or that part of the actuator may no longer be working.
I wish I found this video a few months ago. We garaged my e39 and after the last battery died suddenly the central lock system failed, I have to unlock the car manually. Chances are the fuses are blown.
I guess the guy we sold it to, who were bought the car from will need to handle that
Have video for passenger door front acuator removal you say it's different I need to change mine.? Greatly appreciate it.
Watch this and I’m sure you will be able to work it out. MRT
th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html
so your saying the 5/32 is holding that in on passengers side as well correct?
@@bettykent426 I have no idea what you are asking here sorry. Suffice to say I did this job more than 4yrs ago so all the information will be on this video I linked to in the previous reply. Please study the video to get all you can from it. MRT
@@Marksreviewsandtutorials I'm asking if on passengers side if it's tge 3 bolts +the hex screw holding in the actuator you stated tge passenger was a bit different so I'm trying to be sure or ask if you have video to remove the actuator on passenger side are my ?'s thank you
@@bettykent426 I believe it is much simpler as there is no key. I don't have another video sorry. Good luck as you tackle it
I have E87 where did you buy the activator
Have a look in the description i have links there for where to buy
2004 bmw 330i..the locks and windows and trunk won't open..?? Help
My rear doors are not opening from inside and outside and the driver's door not opening from outside what could be the problem
That sounds like a module has failed I believe it is called GM3. Google that.
Good Luck. MRT
whenever i put my keyfob into the ignition, the car automatically locks. when i hit the unlock button it unlocks then quickly locks back. how do i stop this from locking like that?
Exact same issue I had, thanks for verifying what I thought was also the culprit, the freakin Actuator. I would rate the difficulty of the replacement a 7 out of 10 if anyone decides DIY..
I agree, a 7/10 managed it in the end but so so fiddly. Through doing this I figured out how the door and key work as I had to fix them after bodging it during the actuator DIY but pretty good now locks are fully workinh
My 03 745li door will not open, both handle will not open it, how do I get it open to change out the actuator..
My lock is going up and down but the door won't unlock from either side. Any idea?
Sounds like the actuator is broken and needs replacement. th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html
Hello, my bmw drivers door keyhole is messed up so my key wouldnt work to unlock the door. I paid a tow place to come out and unlock it. now when i put my key in the ignition my car wont start.is this a security issue and how do ii fix this
did you ever figure out what was wrong
Hi I have a 2000 e46 and now I only can open the doors with the Remote, closing is not working :/ anyone had this issue? Any suggestion?
Both mine stopped popping open front only am going for a fuse if both stopped
My 02 x5 rear doors will not unlock with either fob or the console button but will unlock via a pill of the interior handle. Anyone find and fix this? No further wiring issues btw
That sounds like the module has failed? I think gm3 or 5 from memory. That would be where I would start. MRT
@@Marksreviewsandtutorials Thanks!
Hi, I have a similar problem I can lock with key and keyfob but only unlock it with key. When I press unlock button on keyfob the lock pin doesnt go up. I cant press the lock pin down either. I only have this issue on driver side door all other door work fine, I have replaced the door actuator and checked all the fuzes but the problem remains...
hi, did you solved it? i have a similar case
@@crisperez7492 No, I sold the car. But it could the the door actuator.
Why it is that people with any BMW issue, be it door locks or almost anything else, NEVER do they describe the issues that lead on....but instead, only answers! For example, my 03, 325XI wagon, in the morning, (lately) (never before) usually, my key pressed to open all, only opens the driver door...not any doors or rear gate including the rear or the glass upper gate. Upon some research, I found many on the BMW forums talking about this situation, 3 series and beyond 10 years that a module fails in these cars. A GM5 module, is expected to fail within 10 years... My 03 325XI is now approaching 20 years. It has 153K...I bought it 4 years ago with 92K...I have replaced many many parts including cooling system parts, not all, also fuel pump, and its filter system, a rear shock, front sway bar stabilizers, oil filter housing gasket, one belt tensioner pulley and belt, all wheel rotors and brake pads and 2 sensors. Also, at 120k, replaced transmission fluid for my GM 5 speed, against BMW's "life time" never service! Changed it with Dex6..Although since, hesitation to engage upon 5 to 15 seconds ...I can race the engine for 3 seconds before engagement...Never ever had this...even in my 1963 Rambler 660 cross country, or the many Mercedes Benz, or Audi's or the two decades of Volvo 240, that used Asian Warner transmissions. BMW in 2003 used American GM transmissions in thier 3 series, but only in BMW wagons. 3 series Sedans used German made ZF transmissions, while 325xi wagons used GM (General Motors) 5 speed automatic transmissions. ..........Ive done a lot of research on my car...because I'm trying to make my car available to last for the rest of my short life. I do all my own mechanics...I got a really great car in my 325XI...It is a high maintenance car for sure...This is a long read for sure, sorry, but I have driven cars since 1965, including a Rover P5, a 59 MG twin Cam, several Ramblers, several Darts, Valiants, Fury3, Jaguar, Chevy, Ford, and a lot more. I have kept a log and description of all the automobiles I have owned and have driven since 1964. I have owned, registered more than 150 automobiles. I am 65 years now. What I drive today, the 03 BMW, is a pretty remarkable car....I did exercise my car's electronic stability....I then found out what "drifting" was all about..I have never had the car take control like this from any car I have ever known. The Benz's didnt...
What are you on about and who are you arguing with? This huge rant on someones video, absolutely unrelated to anything on the planet.
hi there, who did you buy the part from,address or contact would be great thanks
Hi Stephen, Have a look at these two videos I trust they will help. th-cam.com/video/cXpJekvTnB0/w-d-xo.html and th-cam.com/video/-LC9yjyf02c/w-d-xo.html I bought the actuator off eBay, the first video talks about this, that Chinese actuator worked great for me.
What abouy if its broke wire behind the door you need a power probe other way you will expande money
CAMERAS SO CLOSE CANT TELL WHATS BEING DONE
Nice
When I open my driver door it doesn’t even shut the alarm off it doesn’t turn the light on in other words it doesn’t recognize the door is being opening the central fuses are ok
Chris Petela I would be looking at the door switch. Pull it apart and try some wd40 or CRC. If that doesn’t help then look at replacing it.
The centre console swith is to lock all the windows, not the door locks!
No, the one with the picture of the door in the centre console is to lock the doors. Not sure what you mean by locking the windows, unless you mean the one on a convertible that closes the windows?
Why is picture so narrow?
@@raquelleiva3217 Because he positioned his phone vertically, not horizontally.
Can't hear you
acc cue wayta!!!!! lol