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Originally Posted by Rogerbu
Horsey - I see that you have the Electric Towbar as an option - Are you intending to tow a caravan?
If so, you need to know that the BMW electrics (like some other German manufacturers) do NOT usually include the seperate ignition controlled +ve and return for the fridge whilst towing. BMW conforms to BMW standards not ISO standards. The 13 pin socket has holes for the +ve & -ve but the wiring to the socket is missing the cores.
Because I was aware of the issue from a previous BMW, I questioned the dealers prior to ordering.
One dealer simply confirmed that I was right, but that the workshop knew how to fit the relay and wires - No extra charge.
Another dealer blustered - then checked - then confirmed I was correct and wanted to charge me £800 to fix a BMW shortcoming. Needless to say they didn't sell me a car.
So if running a caravan fridge is important. Check that the 13 pin socket is correctly wired and if not jump all over the dealer
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Thanks for the heads up ...
... actually no, its for towing a horse trailer and stuff.
I may pursue it with the dealer, but its a bit after the event and I don't plan on delaying my pick up!
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