BMW ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS SOLVED // BMW 3 Series JBE Replacement

Today on JD Cars we finally resolve the BMW electrical issues by replacing the junction box module (JBE Module). I picked up this module, used, on eBay for just $60 bucks and fixed the major electrical issue BMW was unable to figure out after looking at the car for an entire week! This repair would not have been possible without the help of MyBimmerBrain; thank you very much to him for facilitating all the necessary recoding! Thank for watching, please like and subscribe for more exciting BMW content!
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[@user-ty1en2lw7t]

Bro .. I want to thank u!!! I was doing a retro cic swap, and I didn't disconnect the battery. 😢. I touched the monitor wires together during the swap. Then bam all hell breaks loose. Wipers turn on full speed, whinnying noise from my firewall, no electronics in the interior. But my car did start. But I couldn't control my headlights from being on. Man I just wanna thank u really 🎉. Did the swap step by step as u the walla. Thumbs up bro

[@tubesteakery]

love the genuine excitement of the outcome in real time. We all know that moment when it actually works! great video

[@EminMahmutefendic]

I found your channel yesterday, and watched a lot of your videos. When I saw video "My BMW is dead..", I said, omG, it's not happening. Than I watched this video where you repaired the car. It's so nice to see how much time you spent upgrading your BMW, and thank you for showing everything like DIY videos. I just want to say, thanks dude, it's pleasure to watch your videos. Best regards from Bosnia and Herzegovina.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks Emin! That means a lot to me, and it's comments like this that keep me going!

[@antic4mper819]

You actually do a great job editing and showing components and how to remove close up, thank you

[@LOSTONITALL]

Glove box removal is just 2 torque 20s and a phillips for 4 screws holding onto bracket.

[@AbrahamMusalem]

Dude hell yeah! Electrical problems are the worst. Glad she's back.

[@JDCarsChannel]

They are the absolute worst. Glad to have her back!

[@Everybodyshinetogether1]

@@JDCarsChannelmy lights flicker when I put key in the ignition and brake lights stay on after turning car off fuse box also makes noise when I put key in would u happen to know what it could be? Thanks

[@garynorman6935]

Very helpful...need to access the his to add linbus wire for heated seat...didnt know how to access it !!

[@summerwaves869]

that hand is very important, I couldn't understand anything you said without it.

[@Plastickmat]

What were the initial electrical problems?

[@8203ravikumar]

The junction box electronics unit detects the following signals and makes them available to other bus users: Power window switch, front passenger door. Power windows switch, right rear door. Power window switch, rear door on driver's side.

[@ramyalhosary4238]

@@8203ravikumar what about rear lift fog light and trunk light ..trunk central lock.. are it related to that JBE ?

[@junichitsuruta260]

@@8203ravikumar Great answer Sir. thanks for sharing with us!!!👏👏

[@leslloyd7824]

Did your lights go out too and lose interior lights and cand lock car or alarm Get a lighting system failure on screen

[@franksterp3477]

People over here in Germany code their amber lights to be the running lights (which btw is illegal here) and you do it the other way around in the US :D

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hahaha pretty funny

[@paulolsen6870]

Amber lights disappear with a low sun behind.

[@PunchJetsonCC]

So sick dude congrats on the fix! Cool that it only cost you 60 bucks, glad you got your ride back!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man. Yes, I'm hyped to have it back!

[@Anildassan1990]

Hey mate . My bmw e90(316d)(2009) is showing yellow engine light which come up time to time. I get it checked with ISTA+ unable to communication most gatway. Unable to communicate to head unit. What could be the problem, is it big problem please guide me. Thanks Anil

[@cuttingedgecool7235]

Great BMW information! I've subscribed to your channel.

[@Itgyrl909]

Did My Beamer Brain tell you the problem was a bad JBE Box or did you figure that out on your own? Thanks for the info and congrats on the car fix.

[@JDCarsChannel]

MyBeamerBrain affirmed the suspicions I had that it was the JBE. Thanks!

[@pedecia]

@@JDCarsChannel The new F30 doesn't seem to have this JBE located on the same place... Is it the one on the back of the trunk to the right on top the battery?

[@GIXXER404]

I am glad you fix your car man

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks brotha

[@robertkenney6002]

What electrical issues were you having before? I’m having wipers being stuck.. parking brake light illuminates when driving even tho brakes are brand new and hand brake down.. passenger seated seats don’t stay on.. they turn on them go off. My tach sometimes doesn’t show gas meter. And my Speedo goes from whatever speed I’m driving at than drops to 0 than returns to my current speed. And my rear passenger windows cut out when rolling up or down got hit the button again to continue

[@fahadaljassem]

Fixed?

[@ChosenOne444SC]

I no longer have the clicking sound in glove compartment After I replaced my Black Starter Relay (Multipurpose) but my car wont start nor do i have power. I cant even use my Portable Jumper. I guess I will be doing this JBE replacement. 2011 Bmw 328i Base Model Sedan

[@Linoge279]

Im expecting that JBE module would cause the high battery discharge warning also, might be thinking of replacing that part

[@408mobubz]

Did you ever get that figured out i been dealing with high battery discharge as well. Did you fix that issue? If so how

[@derekkchung]

It would be nice to see why not how. Why u think JBE is the cause? What was the troubleshooting logic? Did u trace the problem back to it?

[@will9201]

I have 2011 bmw keeps blowing f37 fuse any input would be greatly appreciated

[@jerimiahsmith2559]

When you had no power did your key get stuck in the socket

[@benassy69]

So glad you finally fixed your car, man! But one question remains. What was the culprit that created this defect. Per my knowledge this JBE are not breaking by their own, intead it must be something that created a short circuit.

[@JDCarsChannel]

This happened due to voltage testing behind the dash. It shorted the module.

[@Everybodyshinetogether1]

@@JDCarsChannel I did a diagnostics and it says this would this make your car idle bad if u need to fix it?

[@roberteckstrom1113]

between pin 5 and 6 left bottom is that rot from a blown pin.

[@thecarefreenatural9232]

Great video ! I’m experiencing some electrical issues too. Can you say more about what issues u were experiencing? Like was it completely no power, or were the buttons/switches not working?

[@iamian7226]

Glad ya got it sorted bud 🤜🤛

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks brotha

[@nickf1724]

fantastic work!!!!!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks!

[@roberteckstrom1113]

oh yea, one more thing. What was the cost of JBE Module

[@ceddy1031]

Hi there, my 2011 F10 535i got the similar electrical issues. All in a sudden my windshield wipers will go on and off itself randomly. Then my alarm, locking system, backup camera....etc won't function, I can lock the car but no beep sound, trunk won't open, air conditioning won't blow cold air......etc. I am suspecting is the JBE software error. Can you suggest the company that did the remote coding for you. After I get the part, I definitely need a professional code it for me so the car will back to normal.

[@JDCarsChannel]

MyBimmerBrain does all of my coding

[@cityslick7]

Got my sub brother! I own a 2011 328xi. Been having some issues with the Electrical fault error showing up. (The car on the T stand looking icon). I’m hoping it’s just a bad battery but if not I’ll have to dive into the other electronics. Wish me luck!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man! Good luck with your electrical issues - I know they’re not fun!

[@cinemastic6872]

did you figure it out?

[@mikearmstrong1796]

Beamers are needlessly over complicated to take apart!!

[@e90_austin]

Bimmers . That just reflects your skill level lol

[@bryanm6080]

Tbh they’re actually easier and if anything just as complicated than every other car after finally owning one and working on all sorts of cars.

[@luiscontreras5706]

AWESOME VIDEO MANNN you honestly save me so much money with your videos man keep up the great content coming :))))))

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks bro! I'm glad the videos help!

[@robertcasseus1050]

My 525xi bmw under the hood f01-f05 no power fuses not blown.

[@carllemke4622]

I’m looking at a 2007 328XI powers up just fine but when you hit the start button, nothing happens I’m wondering if I don’t have the same problem with that car as you have. I don’t wanna buy it if it’s gonna be a nightmare.

[@MikeFlorczak1]

My 2011 328xi had the 215 code for a couple of months. The battery died 2 days ago. I tried jumping the car with a portable charger and upon startup the engine ran incredibly rough, the wipers activated, as did the turn signal. Then the engine sputtered out. I placed the battery on trickle charge overnight and took it to my non-dealer repair shop today for a new battery. On the drive over I had an alert the left front door was open which it was not. New battery installed plus registered. However the shop said there are issues and not sure how deep they should go without my authorization. I picked the car up and the code is ee-231. Currently the interior lights don’t turn on, neither front window switch works, the doors will not lock(pressing the unlock button on the remote or central console produces and actuator sound), there are no instrument cluster lights, the turn signal will not activate, the high beams nor fog lights turn on. That is it so far. Non-working turn signals are my most immediate concern. Thoughts? Not sure if there was a voltage spike when I tried to jump my car before the battery was replaced. This shop has experience with installing BMW batteries.

[@plooooo]

@mikeflorczak1 I'm experiencing this with my 2008 328i. May I ask what you ended up doing with yours?

[@leovaldivia4185]

Great video, thank you. My 08 528i has lost all power and I can't get the passenger door open. Any recommendations on how to open it so I can do what you did? Thanks in advance.

[@JDCarsChannel]

I recommend contacting MyBimmerBrain for assistance

[@marcelinogarcia6878]

Hello mate, and you don't have to code it, when does the JBE module change?

[@howardjohnsonjr8111]

Hello jd I'm dealing with the same issues. I would like to get the business that remotely coded your bmw. Thanks

[@JDCarsChannel]

MyBimmerBrain helped us with our remote coding. He's a pro. Wishing you the best of luck with your issues!

[@ashfaqshaikh46]

Would happen to know if this module can create interruption in 4*4 system co apparently ECM is not communicating with ECU in my e92 328 xdrive .

[@JDCarsChannel]

I have no idea to be honest. Sorry.

[@michaelcondrey8681]

Did u ever find that out ecm not communicating with ecu

[@jonathanfernandez6421]

Where did you send off your ECU and CAS to get tested see if they are working properly or needed replacing? My car is getting some lights on but none on dash nor starting. Window buttons not working nor radio power. Battery is new

[@rissanew858]

All wiring diagrams BMW are in this application android (Bimma EWD)

[@ArtinFlight2]

Hey thanks for this! Did you replace the FRM as well or just the JBE?

[@adamharrison7974]

I’ve currently got a rear light issue where my passenger side back DRL isn’t working could replacing the junction box solve it?

[@stefanretrofitbucovina4628]

Oh.. Finally! Gz

[@JDCarsChannel]

Finally!

[@heudujdejjdhsjjdjdjdjk8835]

Hello friend's how are you? I have a BMW 520 2007. About 4 months ago when I start the car the eye browse start flicking 4 to 5 times and then it stops, after 4 weeks it shows on the dashboard that's daytime light on the right hand sideg it doesn't work, I checked it's ok not burned. it stayed the same. 10 days ago I was driving then I heard a banging noise, I stopped tornd the car of waited for a Koppel off minutes then I start the car the noise still there, the radio and the dashboard lights are off and the noise still making coming out of the speakers and it's annoying and all the lights on the left hand side are off. Have you came across this problem or anyone else's that's you know. I will be glad to hear from you. Thank you very much!

[@hectorheath9742]

Just had my BMW side repeaters fixed after they'd stopped working, even though the front and rear turn indicators were fine. How?..a 'software' reload. I don't know cars anymore.

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hahaha very strange

[@cameroncormier1622]

Does the module have to be exactly the same mine has the jbbfe3 would a jbbfe2 work?

[@MrCrankylady]

Well done. Is the bimmer brain guy available for hire?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes - contact him through his instagram profile.

[@JonathanWornardt]

I have a 2008 and I don’t have a screen near my air-conditioning loves did you install that?

[@farbrorjosn]

BMW E91 320D. DDE has no communication. I've looked for everything, but there is not a single other person in this world that has found an issue to my problem. I have no water damaged cables or damaged DDE.

[@manginhw]

What was the original issue? My bmw has been loosing all power driving down the road from time to time.

[@JDCarsChannel]

I had TONS of electrical issues before the JBE replacement. Check previous video for more details.

[@yokananpamungkas2648]

dude, have you solved your problem? my car just did the same thing as yours, after bout one or two hours drive, my battery light comes out and slowly shut down my instrument cluster

[@jawadbhatti825]

If car have no power at all it has power connector problem quick check if you’re battery is charged only open a panel under gloves box and it is very hard to see red power cable connected to Fues panel just shake it little bit and you can got power it is recall on some bmw models You can check online (bmw recall) and put your win number Good luck

[@nikkocarter20]

Hey I’m trying to do a DIY on a metal bar that broke on the rear of my bmw but I don’t know the name of the part, I was wondering if I sent you a pic or video you could tell me what’s it called ?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Sure... you can contact me at www.jd-cars.com

[@louistaveras2541]

I wish I saw this before junking my 3 series.. had the same problem, I have #beamertears

[@JDCarsChannel]

Ah man :/

[@johnhedges7310]

@@JDCarsChannel yo bro can u message me doing the exact same thing to my car i have the jbe box out now what i order a new one and i dont have a porgrammer to help

[@asankovlogs]

Is water pump related to the junction box?

[@golamsarwaralamsiddique2617]

I have BMW X1 E84 Total Electrical system off so how to solve

[@cripsykicks.shoecleaning2686]

Can I get a second hand jbe from the same year and model BMW and plug and play?

[@nicolasmiller3865]

how many miles are on your car now? any other major issues besides from this one ? i have a 2011 328i x drive lci and i am having alot of suspensions and steering issues.

[@JDCarsChannel]

I have 191k now.

[@madformodz7252]

Bmw e90 2006 after ecu clone I've lost power to following issues: 1. No power to the radio and sunroof controls. 2. Not getting cold AC air. The AC (snow flake) button doesn't light up. 3. Remote control will open/lock car door only during the first minute of opening or closing the car door. After the first minute, the car goes to sleep and there is no power available to activate the alarm. If you could help I will appreciate it so much

[@madformodz7252]

I have e the identical problem can you help

[@szenbalaszandor]

What code should I respect when I change it ? Tha H2 code?

[@abrahim2644]

ok so quick question , what symptoms did you get for a bad JBE , deadlock immobilised car???

[@JDCarsChannel]

See my previous electrical problem video.

[@MoneysWorld82]

Does this cause battery drain cause I’ve been having this issue for over a year now

[@frankiewild9931]

I just got a 2003 530i and there’s major electrical issues like the door sensor and coolant low, and it says it needs service on the engine, and check engine lights on, check brake lights, but everything is fine, the car runs great, might even run better then my Honda accord 2007, but for I don’t know what is wrong with the electronics, I’m going to check tomorrow then right down the problems and try and erase them to see if they come back but if they do what will be the issue? Would I have to change the central electronics module?

[@robertkenney6002]

How did you know what JBe to buy?? I am in same boat there’s a lot on eBay but not sure which to buy. Do they all work just need recoding? Why couldn’t your original just be recorded?

[@gail6904]

PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT TYPE of electrical problems u were having..thank u were your lights on and brakelites w/o turning off and ur wipers on all the time? please adivse..thanks

[@jameschaves3936]

i have this same issue, i think its the CAS module causing it, did you figure out what was causing it?

[@tristanmerrill1879]

I can't seem to find the jbe there is a air bags in its place

[@michaellykes6496]

I have a 2008 750Li that will not go into sleep mode the push button light stays on the dvd navigation runs a thumbing sound is coming from the passenger side sub this is causing my battery to drain and I had to replace the ECU which the dealership said it was fried and the have no idea what could be causing these problems

[@eddyramirez81]

Does the FMR has to be coded to your car as well?

[@jerrypalillero8839]

Good work bro

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thanks man

[@JonathanWornardt]

My radiator fan won’t work and I have replaced two relays and checked the radiator heat sensor so I ordered a new fan and I was just hoping not to have to deal with that you got any suggestions?

[@wilsonchunquegamboa1698]

the new bcm, did you have to program it? Or just install a new one and that's it?

[@Lu-e]

Would this module cause a A731 code to pop up? Says it’s the junction box, my car has a new battery but dies if I leave the lights on for 2-5 mins, it’s drawing power

[@blaqtitan3368]

There is an recall on the JBE.

[@gogohadzi5283]

Hi JD, great video - helped me a lot. Any chance you can share the person/business that remotely coded your car? Would like to get in touch for the same issue. Thanks

[@JDCarsChannel]

I'm glad the video was helpful! Contact MyBimmerBrain for all your coding needs

[@408mobubz]

@@JDCarsChannel how much did it cost to have the jbe module coded

[@markprice5685]

888888888

[@408mobubz]

@@markprice5685 awesome

[@1bad335ii]

Hey I get no power to fiber optic chasing down this no sound problem but head unit works. Could it be this ?

[@shauntroath9465]

Any ideas y my drivers door and passengers door doesnt lock and y the sound comin out my idrive system only.sounds ok if i put it to the left sife of the car speakers and not the drivers side i put set it to all speakers the drivers side just pops and crackless ?

[@keithdanielSr]

Hey JD, I found your channel trying to figure out why my CCC unit module stop working. I have no power to the CCC unit and no power to the display screen for my idrive. I just recently replaced the a/c heater blower fanin which I needed to remove the the CCC unit but when I reinstalled it. It just stop working. I have a dashboard message symbol SOS crossed out. Any pointer will be helpful at this point before I take it to the Stealership. I live in Boston.

[@gatiyovideo]

I have the same problem did you figured it out

[@gatiyovideo]

???

[@MOBROOKS]

Great job

[@JDCarsChannel]

Thank you!

[@mikimikemike1]

how much did bimmer brain charge you . happy new year

[@JDCarsChannel]

I don't recall, but it was a reasonable price for his work.

[@rhodybimmers8094]

What why the car doing? Was is not cranking at all?

[@zacherybrown3715]

Did you have to reprogram the JBE?

[@fahadaljassem]

The same question!

[@stuarthicks2696]

Third video I’ve watched that doesn’t show how to remove rear harness

[@montreuil2l]

There is a tab on the right of the rear harness, you have to pull the tab sideway. You have to pull it for about 4 inch. Because there is not enough space to the right of the JBE box, you have to pull out the JBE box from the slot and turn it up 90 degree in order to have enough space to pull up the tab. The action of pulling he Tab also pull out the connector from the socket.

[@ichbinbaghdady2418]

thanx a lot dude

[@JDCarsChannel]

Glad to help bro

[@lomparti]

So how much did this whole fiasco cost you? How did it happen again? You said something about testing voltage and ambient lights but still didnt get "how" it happened.

[@JDCarsChannel]

In total, it cost me about $450... it happened due to the modules getting a small amount of voltage during testing. It fried them.

[@docmopar426]

PLEASE SEND ME THE NAME OF WHO DID YOUR REMOTE FLASHING. I HAVE A 08 328i CONV AND IT HAS QUIRKS i DO NOT UNDERSTAND. ONE HEADLIGHT OUT, SAT OR BT NOT WORKING, CRUISE OR TPM RESET

[@bouasykittisack2729]

Hi , could you tell me how programming the new JBE? I have bmw standard tools. My module is still responding so i can make a "copy". May i copy that to the new JBE? thx for help

[@JDCarsChannel]

I’m not exactly sure- I had MyBimmerBrain recode my modules

[@bouasykittisack2729]

@@JDCarsChannel thanks for your answer. I changed the jbe and no need to recode. regards

[@robertkenney6002]

Hello, you swapped jbe but didn’t have do not coding? Was it off same year model car

[@bouasykittisack2729]

@@robertkenney6002 I don't remember...

[@srtprince6568]

could this module cause mhd flashing issues??

[@alexblancas1994]

knew it ! damn jbe had the same issues on my e92

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hahaha yup. Damn JBE.

[@crazyharis]

Hi great job !! i changed that to on my 630i e64 but it does n t start and electric windows and all the rest do not work .. do i have to code it ? Becaus you re was fixed after putting it in , no?

[@JDCarsChannel]

The car should start without coding. Ask MyBimmerBrain for assistance

[@tomcat_vf41]

I'm interested in getting a used 328i, and live in the Northeast. How practical of a car is it year-round?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Very practical! Other than towing our boats and hauling lumber I use this car for everything. Even though its RWD it does fantastic in the snow with some good snow tires. I love this car.

[@LuckyGarage85]

Thanks bro

[@JDCarsChannel]

Any time!

[@kurtm54]

What symptoms were you experiencing?

[@BryanChance]

I'm having a JBE problem as well. I don't understand what would fail on the JBE. It's just connectors. I would imagine some connectors could get overheated and melt? ANd damn, the JBE has to be coded to the car too? arrrghhh!! ;p

[@JDCarsChannel]

These really are funny cars... it’s rare anything ever makes much sense 😂

[@VinnyS2K]

I'm trying to look for your old video see what was the electrical issue was but cant find? I'm having issue with the passenger aftermarket hid light would turn on then off. I would have to turn car off again for it to turn on but it does not remain on not sure if the ballast is going or some electrical issue as your?

[@JDCarsChannel]

That sounds like a ballast to me.

[@russellyork5853]

Did the jbe require any programming or was it a plug and play?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yes, it required VIN coding

[@russellyork5853]

@@JDCarsChannel ty

[@nimz2009]

Awesome!

[@JDCarsChannel]

Yeah!

[@drewdowncutomz4792]

I have a issue with my 328i 2008 replace battery, alternator but seems to die while driving, like a bad ground, while driving radio will stop working,then windows and lights and boom batterey dead any ideas?

[@JDCarsChannel]

This sounds like a bad fuse or other connection

[@MathijsHee]

hey there need some help retrofitting seatheating i run into this issue, i need to connect the run the pwm wire from the jbe to both seats, bmw e90 318i n46b20b now i connected 38 but 34 already has a wire inside.. this is where i am supposed to put the other wire.. as i look at the pinout from the jbe it says following `pulse width modulated signal for drivers seat heating´ but my car came with most cheapest seats which im sure they didnt have seat heating.. anyone knows what to do ? thx guys

[@chuckvalentine3543]

I’ve lost power to windows, door locks, gauge lights, signal on inside, sunroof, and radio.. Any ideals?

[@JDCarsChannel]

Definitely worth checking your JBE! If you find one on eBay that accepts returns, you can try it out for free (minus return shipping if you don't need it).

[@rodrigodalay5875]

Hi I know this is old post. My 2005 BMW 645 with 4.4L and it seems like I also having my JBE fried as well. When you buy your JBE, does it have to be from exact car model or it can come from different E90 with same engine? If yes, I saw a 2005 bmw650, or can I get a JBE from other BMW with 4.4L engine? I know you have been through a lot with your bimmer and it helped save a lot of money for so many bimmer owner just by watching your videos. I hope you can help me. Thanks in advance

[@JDCarsChannel]

Hi, I'm not sure what the situation is in your case with the 645. I don't know if the JBE is chassis specific and/or engine specific, but I want to say it's chassis specific. I would recommend trying to find a 645 JBE if you can - it could save you some headaches.

[@Adee4750]

Where did you get the headlights from