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    Thought I'd give this a shot...

    2000 BMW 323 4 door. Cluster gauges went berserk then stopped working (speed, tach, fuel, & temp). A/C now not blowing cold. Back light on gauges still work. Checked fuses, all seem to be good.

    Mr. internet said there are some batteries in the steering column that might be due for replacement. Has anyone done this job, or it is something that's too much of a hassle to deal with (i.e. you need to be a contortionist/need special tools).

    Any other thoughts or suggestions?

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    Worst case: rats.

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    It's a BMW, so those batteries can't be cheap. You might as well total it.

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    Hey this is a Miata board, bimmer boy.

    Try e46 Fanatics
    http://forum.e46fanatics.com/
    M3 is always the answer.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ken o View Post
    Hey this is a Miata board, bimmer boy.

    Try e46 Fanatics
    http://forum.e46fanatics.com/
    Granted, it is a Miata board. I didn't want to hit the BMW board because I don't speak douche.
    Last edited by TexasStig; 06-10-2012 at 09:41 PM.

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    Run away....fast
    VW Bug in running shoes
    M Porcupine sedan
    M Porcupine coupe
    Crusty old e46 beater
    Battery Powered appliance car

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    Quote Originally Posted by TexasStig View Post
    Granted, it is a Miata board. I didn't want to hit the BMW board because I don't speak douche.
    I can translate for you.
    M3 is always the answer.

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    Don't you just trade in your BMW on another newer BMW when it gives you problems??

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    Quote Originally Posted by ken o View Post
    I can translate for you.
    ken o has phD in douche. :)
    VW Bug in running shoes
    M Porcupine sedan
    M Porcupine coupe
    Crusty old e46 beater
    Battery Powered appliance car

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    Quote Originally Posted by POS Racing View Post
    Don't you just trade in your BMW on another newer BMW when it gives you problems??
    Why wait so long to trade it?
    M3 is always the answer.

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    Quote Originally Posted by CosmosMpower View Post
    ken o has phD in douche. :)
    I do and guess what your mother has in her?
    M3 is always the answer.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ken o View Post
    I do and guess what your mother has in her?

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    Best thread ever.
    Maybe 4 wheels aren't so bad after all... wickett.org
    It only goes to show when people can no longer discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, or sexual orientation, they can improvise and still find someone to hate. - Dave Moulton

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    Quote Originally Posted by tailchaser View Post
    Best thread ever.
    I had a feeling this post would head this way. I didn't learn much but it was worth it for the entertainment value.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TexasStig View Post
    I had a feeling this post would head this way. I didn't learn much but it was worth it for the entertainment value.
    With enough beer, I could probably be convinced to plug in my computer and find out what your car says about its condition...
    Maybe 4 wheels aren't so bad after all... wickett.org
    It only goes to show when people can no longer discriminate on the grounds of race, religion, or sexual orientation, they can improvise and still find someone to hate. - Dave Moulton

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    More douche/mom insults, please!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by OZMDD View Post
    More douche/mom insults, please!!
    Your mother drives a Miata...better than you do.
    M3 is always the answer.

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    Your BMW has the exact opposite problem that my friend had. His AC and stuff would come on randomly while car is not even on. When will people learn not to buy BMWs

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    Quote Originally Posted by OZMDD View Post
    More douche/mom insults, please!!
    "It's Dr. O; I didn't spend 6 years in BMW Douche School to be called 'mister,' thank you very much."

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    Quote Originally Posted by TexasStig View Post
    "It's Dr. O; I didn't spend 6 years in BMW Douche School to be called 'mister,' thank you very much."
    Polished Turd Racing

    Mick wrote: "I think Jerrett is the best autocrosser I have ever seen naked."

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