Onboard Computer Temperature set

[Malcolm9]

Hi Guys

I have just installed a new onboard computer in my e36 318is (1993)
The temperature shows as -37. How do i set it right?

Thanks

 

[Coisman]

imp: Skiet die bliksem!!!
O sorry... :wrongforum:

 

[Malcolm9]

Hi Coisman

Sorry watter forum moet ek gebruik? Sien net een vir 3 series.

 

[Coisman]

this one is fine, I just like shooting the crap out of everything...
have you tried google to find out how??
imp:

 

[applehero]

Is that not the default value if there is no reading from the sensor? :dunno:

 

[freerider]

You most likely do not have a temp probe outside the car, hence that not working.

 

[Prev]

Does anyone have any idea how much those temp probes cost?....got the same problem with my E36 M3 and would like to fix it

 

[Malcolm9]

Was still working yesterday on the old unit.Temp reading on old one was fine, the screen was cracked on the part that shows the time and date.Where would the temp probe sit?And how can i test to see if it has gone faulty?

Thanks

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Hi Coisman

Cant find anything on google yet. except all the functions. will keep looking

 

[Sankekur]

If I am not mistaken the temp probe is located somewhere near the front bumper, I would think that the probe is either broken or not properly connected, having the codes read would be the best way to determine the source of the problem.

 

[Malcolm9]

Thanks Sankekur

Will look under the bumber, will post if i get it sorted.

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Hi PrevanP

Looks like they are about R900.00 from www.oneshop.co.za Will phone dealer tomorow for price from BMW. Found mine under the behind the front spoiler on drivers side.

 

[Spy007]

Just a question But are you sure thats in Centigrade not in Farinheit???
Reason I ask is I can pres the button on the left (set Clock) when it is on tempreture and it will switch between F and C?


Just that when My car does not want to go the first thing I check is Petrol. :excited::excited:

 

[Malcolm9]

If i switch between F and CC shows me -37 and F shows me -35.

 

[Malcolm9]

Thank You all. Problem solved. Was a bad conection on the Amb Temp probe.
Thanks Again

 

[Technician]

bought i new sensor from the dealer for R315- for my E36 M.
plugs it in- made sure it was solid and rattle free and bingo it was perfect.
its located in the brake duct on the passenger side. easy to locate and replace.
if it reads -37 then there is no sensor or signal from sensor.