Dead Pixels on MID?

jam919 · #1 09-23-2006, 01:23 PM

I can find quite a lot of information on getting the instrument cluster replaced when there are some dead pixels, but what about the Multi Informational Display? I have lots of dead and fading pixels on the MID that I'd like to fix. Can anyone help?

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eldavo69 · #2 09-23-2006, 02:24 PM

MID is part of the dials, etc. cluster. They replace the whole unit.

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Zulu95 · #3 09-23-2006, 03:18 PM

Do a search. There was info posted recently about a BMW NA assist for this wereyou only pay for 0.5 -1 hour labor to have it replaced. They pick up the tab for the part. It should be within the last month of posts.

Found it! http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...st-pixels.html

Scroll down to SeattleTopaz's post.

jam919 · #4 09-25-2006, 08:50 PM

Thank you - i had found the above information, but did not know that the MID was considered the gague cluster. my fault.

ppetit · #5 11-06-2006, 01:18 PM

Check VDORepair.com. The problem is poor contacts. They repair the problem where even the BMW replacement is prone to failure.

zzzzkev · #6 12-21-2006, 08:22 AM

Hi all, Anybody have a DIY on replacing the instrument cluster yourself? I have the same fading/disappearing pixels issue with my '02 X5. I was told that my instrument cluster has to be replaced. '02 3.0 with 95K miles. I have tracked MPG, every expense, etc. on a spreadsheet since day one. Now, half the pixels are missing and I can't get accurate odometer readings, my trip meter can't be read, and the outside temperature might as well be non-existant. Very expensive car to own and maintain! How much is the cluster part?

jam919 · #7 12-21-2006, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by zzzzkev

Hi all, Anybody have a DIY on replacing the instrument cluster yourself? I have the same fading/disappearing pixels issue with my '02 X5. I was told that my instrument cluster has to be replaced. '02 3.0 with 95K miles. I have tracked MPG, every expense, etc. on a spreadsheet since day one. Now, half the pixels are missing and I can't get accurate odometer readings, my trip meter can't be read, and the outside temperature might as well be non-existant. Very expensive car to own and maintain! How much is the cluster part?

I am the O.P and I was able to get it replaced by BMW for $36.00! Seriously - it is the route to go.

mrmomoman · #8 12-21-2006, 05:48 PM

Just call BMWNA tell them your VIN and be kind and nice and just ask if they can do anything for you. It will take about a week to get a call from the Dealer that you mention in the conversation with them. They should set up a service call and it should run you from .5 - 1 hour labor.

They have been stepping up on replacing these again out of warranty. For a little bit they were getting a lot of calls from "small auto lots" pretending to be the owners of the cars and trying to get them replaced. They need the time to verify VIN's and other data to make sure you are not a "DEALER" or "BROKER" trying to get a freebie.

The one time courtesy extension is for "CUSTOMERS" not dealers and broker.

Good luck.