1998 M3 - clock and date and time not working

[Ian Jarvis]

I'm sure this is fairly common. would appreciate any advice as to what connection, switch or fuse should be replaced.

[Manolito]

Is it working but dark, or illuminated but not showing correct numbers? The bulbs across the top of the display often burn out. They cost about $6 each and are easy to replace.

[Ian Jarvis]

Hi Manolito - thanks for the reply.It's neither working and dark or showing the wrong numbers. It's dead. The other devices on the other screen - the one to the left of the time/date screen = ext temp, average consumption, miles left in the tank, check system - all work. Still think it might be the bulb?
If so, I'll def buy one. - Ian

[Manolito]

This shows how to get to the bulbs.

Clim_Cntrl.html

But usually when a bulb fails, you can still make out the numbers, they are just dark.