R56 Help !!! Car is stuck in maintenance mode after fix
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Help !!! Car is stuck in maintenance mode after fix
I fixed a broken turbo stud and disconnected my battery. I started the car on my ramps so I could retorque bolts. To my dismay the car is stuck in maintenance mode , NO resetting it via the stalk routine doesn't work NOR does resetting it and setting a new date with ny scanner.
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wtf ???? I literally unplugged my battery and 02 sensors , to fix a turbo stud.. THATS IT !
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That fits with the FRM issue. Very commonly occurs after battery disconnection and reconnection. Fix is generally to have FRM reprogrammed, though you first may want to check the 4 FRM fuses behind the passenger kick panel.
In the future, remove the 4 FRM fuses before you disconnect and reconnect the battery.
In the future, remove the 4 FRM fuses before you disconnect and reconnect the battery.
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That fits with the FRM issue. Very commonly occurs after battery disconnection and reconnection. Fix is generally to have FRM reprogrammed, though you first may want to check the 4 FRM fuses behind the passenger kick panel.
In the future, remove the 4 FRM fuses before you disconnect and reconnect the battery.
In the future, remove the 4 FRM fuses before you disconnect and reconnect the battery.
I did see this.
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Buying a new FRM would be expensive, and it also must be programmed for your specific Mini.
Reprogramming the current FRM would be less expensive, but shop around for reputable businesses and fair prices. Maybe members who have had this service done can chime in. I've read about FRM reprogramming prices as low as $60.
FRM fuses for Minis from 12/2008
2 30A fuses: F4, F8
2 40A fuses: F52, F53
Reprogramming the current FRM would be less expensive, but shop around for reputable businesses and fair prices. Maybe members who have had this service done can chime in. I've read about FRM reprogramming prices as low as $60.
FRM fuses for Minis from 12/2008
2 30A fuses: F4, F8
2 40A fuses: F52, F53
Last edited by Maybe, maybe not; 06-24-2024 at 11:42 AM.
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I tried connecting to the frm via my scanner and it failed to communicate, indicating the frm module is bad..
I actually found a YouTube video about frm replacement and the guy when describing his issues , I have every exact same issue..
Luckily I found a rebuild service for it on ebay and it is already shipped out..lol.. so I pray this fixs it because i wanna finally be able to enjoy my big turbo at it full potential...
I actually found a YouTube video about frm replacement and the guy when describing his issues , I have every exact same issue..
Luckily I found a rebuild service for it on ebay and it is already shipped out..lol.. so I pray this fixs it because i wanna finally be able to enjoy my big turbo at it full potential...
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Doing the work I am doing on mine right now, the battery disconnect situation has had me concerned. I have read of several others having this issue.
MiniManAdam, in my mind, I cannot see how removing the fuses helps correct the issue. It has to be one of two things causing the FRM issue, an arc when connecting the battery or corrupted memory in the FRM. As I understand it, it is normally corrupted memory. Some people recommend using an ODB memory saver. My only concern with one of these is can you accidentally cause an arc when working on electronics while it is connected?
MiniManAdam, in my mind, I cannot see how removing the fuses helps correct the issue. It has to be one of two things causing the FRM issue, an arc when connecting the battery or corrupted memory in the FRM. As I understand it, it is normally corrupted memory. Some people recommend using an ODB memory saver. My only concern with one of these is can you accidentally cause an arc when working on electronics while it is connected?
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Removing the FRM fuses shields the FRM from potentially damaging voltage spikes that may occur when disconnecting and reconnecting the battery.
While the use of a 12V memory saver helps to minimize the severity of potentially damaging voltage spikes when replacing the battery, removal of the FRM fuses prior to replacing the battery is still the best protection from corrupting the FRM software.
If you don't open a door, Mini ECUs fall into deep sleep (very low mV amperage draw) about an hour after removing the key fob from the ignition. Therefore, as mentioned, disconnection of the battery is safer when the car is fully asleep. However, I believe that reconnection of the battery connectors wakes the ECUs, so removal of the FRM fuses prior to battery reconnection would be highly recommended.
While the use of a 12V memory saver helps to minimize the severity of potentially damaging voltage spikes when replacing the battery, removal of the FRM fuses prior to replacing the battery is still the best protection from corrupting the FRM software.
If you don't open a door, Mini ECUs fall into deep sleep (very low mV amperage draw) about an hour after removing the key fob from the ignition. Therefore, as mentioned, disconnection of the battery is safer when the car is fully asleep. However, I believe that reconnection of the battery connectors wakes the ECUs, so removal of the FRM fuses prior to battery reconnection would be highly recommended.
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Just an FYI - The scanner also would not communicate with a good FRM, if it did not get power from the FRM fuses.
Last edited by Maybe, maybe not; 06-25-2024 at 07:21 AM.
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So the ODB memory device isn't a bad idea along with letting the FRM go to sleep. I know letting it go to sleep was recommended before adding the JB+ to my car.
Basically, roll the windows down, open the hood, close the doors and leave it sit for 30 minutes to an hour. If I remember correctly, when it goes to sleep, it does make a quiet clicking noise like a relay releasing or something.
Basically, roll the windows down, open the hood, close the doors and leave it sit for 30 minutes to an hour. If I remember correctly, when it goes to sleep, it does make a quiet clicking noise like a relay releasing or something.
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