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Central Body Electronics ZKE III
Power Distribution
The power distribution box for the
E38  is  incorporated  in  the  Electr-
onics  box  in  the  engine  compart-
ment. 
The power distribution box for the
E39 and E53 is inside the vehicle. 
The  main  fuse  box  is  located
inside  the  glove  box  above  a
hinged panel. 
A  “pull  out”  fuse  designation  card
is also located in the fusebox. This
notes:
• Fuse value in amps
• Location
• Circuit listing by fuse
The placement of the power distribution box is
close  to  the  main  electronics  carrier behind
the  glove  box.  The  modules/relays  located  in
the electronics carrier include (examples):
• General Module III (GM III)
• Drive away protection (EWS II)
• Anti-lock Brake (ABS/ASC+T)
• Light Check Module (LCM) - behind right kick
panel
• Overload protection relay module
An  auxiliary  fuse  block  is  located in  the  trunk
above  the  battery.  In  addition  to  fuses,  the
auxiliary fuse block also contains relays (exam-
ples):
• Fuel filler flap lock motor relay
• Fuel pump relay (some vehicles)
• Rear defroster relay
• Unloader relay 
FUSE
DESIGNATION
CARDFUSE BOX DROPS
DOWN AFTER TURNING
TWO THUMB SCREWS
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