Pin Assignments
E = Input, A = Output, M = Ground
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Pin Type Description/Function Connection
1
ETrailer turn signal indicator controlHazard flasher relay
2AVehicle speed signalVarious control modules
3MGround supply, terminal 31 for indicator
and warning lampsGround point
4EVoltage supply, terminal 15 for instrument
cluster electronicsFront power distribution box, fuse 23
5EVoltage supply, terminal 15 for battery
charge indicatorIgnition switch, terminal 15
6EGround supply, terminal 61 for battery
charge indicatorGenerator
7Not used
8EFog light indicator controlFront power distribution box, fuse 15
9ASound tone signalChime module
10AInformation signal, fuel tank contentOn-board computer
11ESlip control system warning lamp
(ABS/ASC) controlSlip control module (ABS/ASC) (323i, 328i,
M3)
12EASC signalASC control module
13ATI-measurement signal (fuel consumption)Engine control module (DME)
14ESeat belt warning lamp controlDriver’s seat belt switch
15ESIA reset/service interval indicator resetData link connector
16EVoltage supply, terminal RFront power distribution box, fuse 46
17ACoolant temperature sensorCoolant temperature sensor
18ECoolant temperature sensorCoolant temperature sensor
19EOil pressure warning lamp controlOil pressure switch
20Not used
21EGroundGround point (323i, 328i, M3)
21ESlip control system warning lamp
(ABS/ASC) controlSlip control module (ABS/ ASC) (318i)
22EIgnition key warning/audible ignition key
warningIgnition switch
23EDriver’s door openDriver’s door jamb switch
