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 Standing Lights will not turn off

 Created by: MiniBee05
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Jun 15, 2020 03:16AM kenatminimania  
Jun 11, 2020 07:19AM MiniBee05  
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 Posted: Jun 15, 2020 03:16AM
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Everything you described is controlled by the BCM / footwell module. Sometimes, a software re-flash by the dealer can solve strange electrical symptoms. You can try reseating the connector at the BCM - to eliminate intermittent electrical contact.

Yes, they moved the hood release to the left side on gen2 models.

There may be some companies that repair the BCM, but we are not aware of any....

 Posted: Jun 11, 2020 07:19AM
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Good Morning! Brand new issue has appeared on my 2005 MCS R53. The left side standing lights will not turn off, even when the car ignition is off (car not running). I heard that these lights are a feature used in Europe and are usually activated via the turn signal when the car is off.  This feature works perfectly on the right side of the car but these lights are "stuck" lit up on the left (drivers) side. Of course, if I remove the  cable from the negative battery post,  the lights go out but as soon as I put it back, lights come back on.

Things I have tried:

- Centering the turn signal switch, no luck
- Checked fuses:  Surprisingly enough, a few looked like they had burn marks but none seemed burnt through. Replaced them anyway. Afterwards, I tested and noticed that turn signals, both left and right work. All turn signal lights light up EXCEPT the small one between the drivers door and fender next to the S logo (side lamp?).  Guessing that is the bulb.
- Drive car to the store and back, thinking MAYBE just a drive cycle might have an effect.  Noticed on the way that the left turn signal lights don't work (also fast flash on the dash signal indicator). Odd, as they worked literally 10 minutes prior. Not sure if there is a separate fuse for left and right turn signals or not. I will be checking these fuses today.

I have read that this could be an issue with the BCM (Body control module), the FRM (??) or the Footwall Module.  

**** QUESTION***
is the BCM, FRM and the Footwell Module all the same thing or different devices?

In my Mini, the hood release is on the right/passenger side and the fuse box is on the left/drivers side footwell. I couldn't find any video or pictures specific to my make/model bit it seems the R56 I saw that is opposite.

***Question****
Can BCM/FRM/Footwell modules be fixed or do I have to buy new and get reprogrammed?


Something else that just dawned on me: I have other issues that were there when I bought the car back in April:  Passenger door will not unlock using the key or the switch on the dashboard. You have to open it from the inside. Also, the key remote doesn't work at all to lock or unlock the car even after replacing the battery.  Could all of these issues be related to the bad BCM/FRM/Footwell module?

Sorry this post is so long. Hoping someone can point me in the right direction. Thanks in advance for any and all help.

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