Fuses and Relays for BMW 5 Series (E60/E61, 2003 - 2010)
This document provides detailed fuse and relay diagrams for the BMW 5 Series, covering models E60 (sedan) and E61 (station wagon) produced from 2003 to 2010. It includes information on fuse box locations and the function of each fuse and relay.
Introduction
The BMW E60 represents the fifth generation of the 5 Series, produced from 2003 to 2010, with a facelift in 2007. This guide details the fuse and relay configurations for various models including 520d, 520i, 523i, 525d, 525i, 530d, 530i, 535d, 540i, 545i, 550i, and M5.
Fuse Box Locations
Luggage Compartment (Trunk)
The primary fuse and relay mounting blocks are located in the trunk. Access is typically gained by removing a plastic cover on the right side.
Fuse and Relay Diagrams in the Luggage Compartment:
Type 1 (until 09.2005): Depicts a fuse box layout with fuses numbered from 50 to 89 and relays R1, R2, R3.
Type 1 (after 09.2005): Similar layout to Type 1 (until 09.2005) but with updated fuse numbering and placement.
Type 2 (after 09.2005): Presents a different fuse box configuration with fuses numbered from 50 to 89 and relays R1, R2, R3.
Fuse and Relay List (Luggage Compartment)
| No. | Decryption | Amps |
|---|---|---|
| M54, N62 | Fuel module (fuel pump) relay | A |
| N52, diesel engines | Fuel pump control (EKPS) | 20 |
| 50 | S85: Fuel pump output stage | |
| as of 09.2005: Headlight Washer Pump | 30 | |
| 51 | E60, E61: Siren and security tilt sensor | 5 |
| Electric interior mirror | ||
| 52 | Security alarm system with ultrasonic sensor in the cabin | 10 |
| Micro Power Module | ||
| E61: Air suspension compressor relay | 40 | |
| up to 09.2004: tailgate drive with soft closing | ||
| 09.2004-09.2005: | Comfort access control unit | 7.5 |
| 53 | External door handle electronics on the driver's side | |
| Passenger side outside door handle electronics | ||
| Electronic unit of the external handle of the left rear door | ||
| Electronic block of the external handle of the right back door | ||
| as of 09.2005: Active backrest width adjustment, front right seat | 30 | |
| 54 | up to 09.2005: Relief relay terminal 15 | 20 |
| from 09.2005: Heated rear window | 40 | |
| 55 | up to 09.2005: Rain/light sensor | 5 |
| as of 09.2005: tailgate lift | 40 | |
| 56 | as of 09.2005: Rain/Ambient Light Sensor | 5 |
| 57 | up to 09.2005: micro power module | 20 |
| IHKA Basic; as of 09.2005: Heating and air conditioning system | 5 | |
| 58 | up to 09.2005: Heated rear window | 40 |
| from 09.2005: Rear window wiper relay | 20 | |
| 59 | Antenna tuner with remote control receiver | 5 |
| 60 | as of 09.2005: Rollover protection controller | 5 |
| up to 09.2005: E60 front cigarette lighter fuse | 20 | |
| 61 | Charging socket in glove box | 7.5 |
| as of 09.2005: Refrigerator | 5 | |
| 62 | up to 09.2005: Relief relay terminal 15 | 30 |
| as of 09.2005: E60, E61: Trailer electronics module | ||
| 63 | up to 09.2005: Electric interior mirror / Park Distance Control (PDC) | 5 |
| as of 09.2005: auxiliary/auxiliary heater | 20 | |
| 64 | up to 09.2005: Rear display / Controller / Central information display | 10 |
| IHKA High; as of 09.2005: Heating and air conditioning system | 15 | |
| 65 | up to 09.2005: Headphone connection module / Upper display | 10 |
| 66 | until 09.2005: | 5 |
| 67 | Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) | |
| VTG transfer box: | ||
| Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) | ||
| transfer box ECU | ||
| E60 : Sliding/tilting sunroof | 20 | |
| E61 : Panoramic glass roof | 10 | |
| until 03.2006: | Video module | 20 |
| 67 | Satellite receiver | |
| from 03.2006: | Automatic front and rear right doors | 20 |
| before 03.2006: | Switching center in the center console | 5 |
| 68 | Driver's seat adjustment switch | |
| Front passenger seat adjustment switch | ||
| from 03.2006: | Automatic front and rear left doors | 20 |
| 69 | Park Distance Control (PDC) | 5 |
| up to 09.2005: Adaptive headlights | 5 | |
| 09.2005-03.2007: | Active cruise control | |
| 70 | from 03.2007: Active cruise control system | 10 |
| Far field sensor, Near field sensor right and left | ||
| until 09.2005: | Rear window wiper relay | 20 |
| 71 | S85 : Fuel pump output stage | |
| as of 09.2005: Switching center in center console | 30 | |
| until 09.2005: | E61 : Air suspension compressor relay | 40 |
| 72 | N62 : Fuel pump relay | 20 |
| N52 , diesel engines: Fuel pump control (EKPS) | ||
| 73 | Trailer electrical connection module | 30 |
| 09.2005-03.2007: HiFi amplifier | ||
| from 03.2007: HiFi Amplifier | 40 | |
| up to 09.2005: Electric socket trailer | 20 | |
| from 09.2005: | Switching center in the center console | 10 |
| 74 | Driver's seat adjustment switch | |
| Front passenger seat adjustment switch | 7.5 | |
| from 09.2007: | Switching center in the center console | |
| Driver's seat adjustment switch | ||
| Front passenger seat adjustment switch | ||
| up to 09.2005: transfer case control unit | 30 | |
| from 09.2005: | Satellite receiver | 10 |
| 75 | Digital tuner | |
| Video module | ||
| 76 | up to 09.2005: tailgate lift | 40 |
| as of 09.2005: Dynamic Drive | 10 | |
| up to 09.2005: Antenna tuner with remote control receiver | 5 | |
| from 09.2005: | Top display | 10 |
| 77 | Headphone connection module | |
| from 09.2005: | Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) | 5 |
| 78 | transfer box ECU | |
| up to 09.2005: Electronic ride height control | 7.5 | |
| from 09.2005: | Central information display | 10 |
| 79 | Controller | |
| 80 | up to 09.2005: HiFi amplifier | 30 |
| from 09.2005: | Control lever (selector) | 10 |
| Illumination of the indicator of the included transfer | ||
| TCU (Telematics Control Unit) | ||
| Compensator (cordless phone) | ||
| Fan in the spare wheel well | ||
| Night vision electronics | ||
| 81 | as of 09.2005: Electronic ride height control | 7.5 |
| until 09.2005: | Socket in the trunk | 20 |
| 82 | Rear cigarette lighter | |
| Rear outlet | ||
| as of 09.2005: Tire pressure monitoring system (RDC) | 7.5 | |
| until 09.2005: | E60 : Sliding sunroof | 20 |
| 83 | E61, E63 : Panoramic glass roof | |
| from 09.2005: | Active backrest width adjustment, front left seat | 30 |
| up to 09.2005 : Active cruise control | 10 | |
| from 09.2005: | Gearbox control system | 15 |
| 84 | Sequential manual transmission (SMG) | |
| 85 | as of 09.2005: Sequential manual transmission (SMG) | 7.5 |
| before 09.2005: | Gearbox control system | 15 |
| 86 | Sequential manual transmission (SMG) | |
| as of 09.2005: Active Steering | 40 | |
| from 09.2005: | Front cigarette lighter | 2 |
| 87 | Charging socket in glove box | |
| up to 09.2005: Switching center in center console | 30 | |
| 88 | as of 09.2005: Socket in luggage compartment, Rear cigarette lighter and socket | twenty |
| 89 | until 09.2005: MMC changer fan | 10 |
| Illumination of the indicator of the included transfer | ||
| Control lever (selector) | ||
| Fan in the spare wheel well | ||
| TCU (Telematics Control Unit) | ||
| ULF (Universal Charging & Hands-Free) | ||
| as of 09.2005: | Electrical Interior Mirror, Relief Relay Terminal 15 | 5 |
| R1 | Rear defroster relay | |
| Battery Current Monitoring Relay | ||
| R2 | Ignition Auxiliary Relay | |
| R3 | Main Ignition Relay |
Additional Relay Modules
| No. | Purpose |
|---|---|
| R1 | EDC |
| R2 | rear wiper |
| R3 | auto-closer |
| R4 | air suspension compressor |
Power Fuse Board (near the main box)
A power fuse board is located near the main fuse box.
| No. | Purpose | Amps |
|---|---|---|
| 90 | fuse box located in the dashboard | 200 |
| 91 | multifunctional control unit | 10 |
| 92 | additional electric heater. | 100 |
Passenger Compartment
The fuse box in the passenger compartment is located behind the glove compartment. Access requires releasing two latches.
Diagram of the Cabin Fuse Box (BMW 5 e60 / e61):
Until 09.2005: Shows a fuse box layout with fuses numbered 1-46 and relays R1, R2.
After 09.2005: Shows a similar layout with updated fuse numbering and placement.
Fuse List (Passenger Compartment)
| No. | Decryption | Amps |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) | 50 |
| 2 | Petrol engines: Secondary air blower relay | 60 |
| Diesel engines: Fuel heating system | ||
| 3 | Fan output stage | 40 |
| 4 | up to 09.2005: Active steering system | 40 |
| as of 09.2005: Electronic Damper Control Relief Relay | 20 | |
| 5 | Lamp health monitoring unit | 50 |
| 6 | Car access system | 50 |
| 7 | Ignition / starter | 50 |
| 8 | M54: Potential distributor B+ | 30 |
| DME control unit | ||
| DME system relay | ||
| Engine management system fuse holder: (F001, F05) | ||
| N62: Built-in power module (IVM) | 60 | |
| N62 with SMG: Engine management system fuse holder: (F01 (SMG hydraulic pump relay)) | ||
| S85: Potential distributor B+ | ||
| DME system relay | ||
| Engine management system fuse holder: (F01) | ||
| N52: Potential distributor B+ | ||
| DME control unit | ||
| DME system relay | ||
| Engine management system fuse holder: (F05, F07, F08, F010) | ||
| 9 | electric fan | 60 |
| 10 | up to 09.2005: Driver's door module | 30 |
| from 09.2005: Body Gateway (Front Left Window) | ||
| 11 | Basic body module (central locking, power windows, wiper relay) | 5 |
| up to 09.2005: Passenger door module | 30 | |
| 12 | as of 09.2005: Basic Body Module (Front Right Power Window) | |
| up to 09.2005: Instrument cluster | 7.5 | |
| 13 | VTG transfer case; from 09.2005: transfer case control unit | 30 |
| S85; from 09.2005: Sequential Manual Transmission (SMG) | 15 | |
| Left front seat module (except partially electric base seat) | ||
| 14 | Left front seat adjustment switch | 30 |
| Lumbar adjustment switch, front left | 15 | |
| 15 | Car access system | 5 |
| 16 | Wiper relay | 30 |
| 17 | S85; up to 09.2005: Sequential manual transmission (SMG) | 15 |
| as of 09.2005: Switching center in steering column | 5 | |
| up to 09.2005: Headlight washer system relay | 30 | |
| 18 | as of 09.2005: Body Gateway | |
| 19 | USA : Gear indicator light | 5 |
| S85 : EDC Damper Control | ||
| 20 | SHZH : Auxiliary/additional heater | 20 |
| 21 | EDC Damper Control: Relief relay for electronic damper control | |
| Right front seat module (except partially electric base seat) | 30 | |
| Right front seat adjustment switch | ||
| Lumbar adjustment switch, front right seat | ||
| 22 | Body Gateway (Rear Left Power Window) | 30 |
| 23 | S85; as of 09.2005: Electric vacuum pump relay | 30 |
| 24 | Body Gateway (Rear Right Power Window) | 30 |
| 25 | Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) | 30 |
| 26 | IHKA Basic: Heating and air conditioning system | 7.5 |
| as of 09.2005: Relief relay terminal 15 | 20 | |
| 27 | Basic body module (central locking) | 30 |
| 28 | Switching center in the steering column | 20 |
| Security and Interworking Module | 10 | |
| 29 | OBDII connector socket | |
| IHKA High: Heating and air conditioning system | 15 | |
| 30 | Fuel pump output stage (M5) | 20 |
| Fuel pump relay (N62 engine) | ||
| 31 | Front left seat module | 30 |
| up to 09.2005: Dynamic Drive system | ||
| S85; up to 09.2005: Electric vacuum pump relay | 10 | |
| 32 | from 09.2005: Electric outside mirror, driver and passenger side | |
| Driver's door switch box | ||
| 33 | Front right seat module | 30 |
| before 09.2005: | CCC/M-ASK | 30 |
| 34 | from 09.2005: CCC/M-ASK | 20 |
| 35 | Navigation system | 5 |
| Comfort access control unit | 7.5 | |
| 36 | Electronic unit for outside door handles | |
| 37 | before 09.2005: TCU (Telematics Control Unit) | 10 |
| ULF (Universal Charging & Hands-Free) | 5 | |
| 09.2005-03.2007: | ||
| TCU (Telematics Control Unit) | ||
| ULF (Universal Charging & Hands-Free) | ||
| from 03.2007: | ULF-SBX | |
| TCU (Telematics Control Unit) | ||
| ULF-SBX-H | ||
| USB hub | ||
| 38 | up to 09.2005: CD changer | 10 |
| from 09.2005: | CD changer | 5 |
| 39 | Not used | -- |
| 40 | DVD changer | 10 |
| 41 | as of 09.2005: Instrument cluster | 5 |
| 42 | S85 : Sequential manual transmission (SMG) | 15 |
| 43 | Not | -- |
| 44 | Not | -- |
| 45 | Not | -- |
| 46 | Not | -- |
| R1 | Fuel module relay (fuel pump) | |
| R2 | Headlight washer relay |
Engine Compartment
Mounting blocks are located on the passenger side behind a plastic cover.
Block No. 2 diagram (Intake resonator): Depicts fuse and component assignments.
Fuse List (Engine Compartment)
| No. | Description | Amps |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | Engine management | 30 |
| F2 | 30 | |
| F3 | Spare | 20 |
| F4 | Spare | 30 |
| F5 | 30 | |
| F6 | Engine management | 10 |
| F7 | 40 | |
| F8 | Spare | 30 |
| F10 | Crankcase ventilation heater | 5 |
| 1 | ECU engine | |
| 2 | -- | |
| 3 | Valve lift control relay | |
| 4 | Crankcase ventilation heater relay | |
| 5 | Windshield wiper motor relay | |
| 6 | Air outlet pump relay | |
| 7 | Engine management relay |
Block No. 2 Diagram (Intake Resonator) Details
| No. | Decryption | Amps |
|---|---|---|
| N62: DME control unit | ||
| Valve drive control unit with variable opening phase | 30 | |
| F1 | Nozzle (5, 6, 7, 8) | |
| Sequential manual transmission (SMG) | ||
| S85: Idling valve | 20 | |
| M54: SMG hydraulic pump relay | ||
| N62, TU: DME control unit | ||
| Fuel tank ventilation valve | 20 | |
| F2 | Camshaft position sensor 2 | |
| Solenoid valve VANOS 2, intake and exhaust side | ||
| S85 : Idle valve 2 | ||
| N62: Ignition coil (1, 2, 3, 4) | 20 | |
| F3 | S85: Electric throttle control | 30 |
| N62: Ignition coil (5, 6, 7, 8) | 20 | |
| F4 | S85: Ion current control unit 2 | 10 |
| F5 | N62, TU: Hot Air Mass Meter, Crankshaft Position Sensor, DME ECU, Programmable Thermostat, VANOS Solenoid Valve, Intake and Exhaust Side | 30 |
| F6 | S85: Electric throttle control 2 | 20 |
| N62: Injector (1, 2, 3, 4), DME control unit | 20 | |
| F7 | N62: Sequential manual transmission (SMG), DME control unit | 30 |
| F8 | N62: Lambda probe, DME control unit, oil sensor | 10 |
| until 03.2007: Fuel module relay (fuel pump) | ||
| Silencer damper | ||
| E/magnet for radiator shutters | ||
| Electronics box fan | ||
| Fuel tank leak diagnostic module | ||
| Secondary air blower relay | ||
| from 03.2007: | Fuel module relay (fuel pump) | 40 |
| F9 | Silencer damper | |
| E/magnet for radiator shutters | ||
| Electronics box fan | ||
| Fuel tank leak diagnostic module | ||
| Secondary air blower relay | ||
| Left and right brake disc ventilation valve sensor | ||
| AUC sensor | ||
| F10 | N62, TU: Variable valve timing ECU | 5 |
| F11 | N52: Crankcase ventilation heater relay | 40 |
| N62, TU: Variable valve timing ECU | ||
| 1 | Engine ECU | |
| 2 | Valve lift control unit | |
| 3 | Electronic transmission control unit - SMG | |
| 4 | Multifunction control box 4 | |
| 5 | windshield cleaner | |
| 6 | exhaust air pump | |
| 7 | transmission fluid pump - SMG |
General Layout of Electronic Components
This section lists various electronic components and their locations within the vehicle.
| No. | Component |
|---|---|
| 1 | ABS Electronic Control Unit - Engine Compartment |
| 2 | A/C/Heater Fan Motor Control Module - Behind A/C/Heater Control Panel |
| 3 | Power steering control module - under front seat |
| 4 | Impact sensor (SRS) 1 - front suspension strut |
| 5 | Impact Sensor (SRS) 2 - Front Suspension Strut |
| 6 | Side impact sensor 1 - B-pillar top |
| 7 | Side impact sensor 2 - upper part of the B-pillar |
| 8 | Side impact sensor 3 - in the door |
| 9 | Side impact sensor 4 - in the door |
| 10 | Theft Deterrent Control Module (Station wagon) - on the ceiling panel |
| 11 | Vehicle tilt sensor (anti-theft system) - in the anti-theft siren - behind the bumper |
| 12 | Anti-theft siren - behind the bumper |
| 13 | Volume change sensor (anti-theft system) / anti-theft control unit (sedan) - on the ceiling panel |
| 14 | Volume Change Sensor (Theft Deterrent System) (Station wagon) - Roof Panel |
| 15 | Secondary Door Closing Motor Relay (Rear Door) - Under Hollow Cargo Spaces |
| 16 | Audio System Antenna (Sedan) - Behind Roof Panel |
| 17 | Audio System Antenna (Station wagon) - in the rear door |
| 18 | Audio Output Amplifier - LH Trunk |
| 19 | Additional heater - behind the wheel arch |
| 20 | Battery - on the right side of the luggage compartment |
| 21 | Battery Status Sensor - On Battery |
| 22 | CD changer - behind the glove box |
| 23 | Battery protection (shutdown) module in case of an accident - on the battery |
| 24 | Refrigerator - in the back of the seat |
| 25 | Distance control module (cruise control) - behind the glove box |
| 26 | Obstacle Distance Sensor (Adaptive Cruise Control) - Long Range |
| 27 | Obstacle Distance Sensor (Adaptive Cruise Control) - Short Distance 1- Behind Bumper (03/07) |
| 28 | Obstacle Distance Sensor (Adaptive Cruise Control) - Short Distance 2- Behind Bumper (03/07) |
| 29 | Diagnostic connector (DLC) |
| 30 | Additional electric heater - on the heater fan housing |
| 31 | Electronic engine control unit - in the fuse / relay box in the engine compartment |
| 32 | Fuel Filter Heater (Diesel) - Underbody |
| 33 | Fuel Pump Control Module (6 Cyl. Petrol/Diesel) - Right Side of Luggage Compartment |
| 34 | Fuse/Relay Box, Engine Compartment |
| 35 | Fuse and relay box, instrument panel - behind the glove box |
| 36 | Fuse and relay box, luggage compartment 1 - on the right side of the luggage compartment |
| 37 | Fuse and relay box, luggage compartment 2 - on the right side of the luggage compartment |
| 38 | Acceleration sensor (lateral) - under the front seat |
| 39 | Horn (upper) - behind the wheel arch lining of the front right wheel |
| 40 | Horn (lower) - behind the wheel arch lining of the front right wheel |
| 41 | Instrument Cluster Control Module |
| 42 | keyless entry system control module - behind the glove box |
| 43 | Lighting control module - behind the light switch - functions: Fog lights, alarms, headlight range control, headlights, turn indicators, front position, rear position, trailer electrical connector |
| 44 | Multifunction Switch Control Module, Functions: ABS, Power Roof, Heated Seats, Sunblinds |
| 45 | Multifunctional control unit 1 - behind the dashboard - functions: Central locking, power windows. remote control (keyless entry), starting system. steering column lock |
| 46 | Multifunctional control unit 2 - behind the glove box - functions: Battery management module. central locking, power windows, interior lamps, windshield wiper/washer |
| 47 | Multifunctional control unit 3 - behind the glove box - functions: Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, battery control unit, central locking, power windows, rear-view mirror heater, interior lamps, power steering |
| 48 | Multifunction control unit 4 (8 cyl. petrol) - in the fuse / relay box in the engine compartment - functions: Engine control |
| 49 | Multifunction control unit 5- in the fuse/relay box in the luggage compartment 1 - Functions: Headlight washer pump, rear window defroster .Auxiliary circuits |
| 50 | Multifunction Display Control Module - LH Trunk |
| 51 | Multimedia control unit - functions: Audio system. CD changer, navigation system, telephone, voice control |
| 52 | Night vision control module - behind the glove box |
| 53 | Ambient temperature sensor - behind the bumper |
| 54 | Parking system control module - for hollow luggage compartments |
| 55 | Rain/sunlight sensor - upper center windshield |
| 56 | Rear Wiper Relay (Station Wagon) - Under Trunk Floor |
| 57 | Left Front Seat Power Control Module - Under Seat |
| 58 | Right front seat power control module - under the seat |
| 59 | Steering column electrical control module - under the steering wheel |
| 60 | Sunroof Power Control Module (Station Wagon) - Behind the Glove Box |
| 61 | Sunroof control module (sedan) - behind the ceiling panel |
| 62 | SRS electronic control unit - under the center console |
| 63 | Active Suspension Compressor Relay - Luggage Underfloor |
| 64 | Suspension control module (anti-roll system (ACE)) - behind the lower protective panel |
| 65 | Suspension Control Module, Height Control (Estate) - Luggage Underfloor |
| 66 | Body height sensor (left rear) - on the suspension |
| 67 | Body Height Sensor (Right Front) - Suspension |
| 68 | Body Height Sensor (Right Rear) - Suspension |
| 69 | Combination switch control module, i-drive |
| 70 | Rear Door Open/Close Control Module (wagon) - under luggage compartment floor |
| 71 | Phone |
| 72 | Phone antenna - under the center console |
| 73 | Phone transceiver (sedan) - left side of luggage compartment |
| 74 | Phone transceiver (station wagon) - under the floor of the luggage compartment |
| 75 | Trailer Electrical Control Module - Underfloor Luggage Compartment |
| 76 | Transfer Case Control Module - Under Front Seat |
| 77 | Electronic transmission control unit (automatic transmission) - in the checkpoint |
| 78 | Transmission ECM (Automatic Shift Transmission (ASM)) - in the fuse/relay box in the engine compartment |
| 79 | Tire pressure monitoring control module - under luggage compartment floor |
| 80 | Valve lift control module (8 cyl. petrol) - in the fuse/relay box in the engine compartment |
| 81 | Lateral movement sensor - under the front seat |
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