This fault compromises one or both of the control unit's internal memories, leading to various malfunctions affecting the vehicle's electrical functions.

Symptoms That Make Replacement/Repair Necessary

The most common faults indicating a faulty FRM module (6135 3456588) include:

• Lighting Problems:
• Headlights/sidelights always on (impossible to turn them off) or, on the contrary, not working.
• Turn signals (arrows) not working.
• Emergency lights not working.
• Low beams off.
• Interior lights not working.
• Window Lift Problems:
• Electric windows that don't work at all, or that open but can't be closed again.
• Other Common Anomalies:
• Malfunctioning or failure of windshield wipers and headlight range control.
• Central locking faults (for example, the remote control no longer locks the car).
• No communication with the FRM control unit during diagnostics.
• Error messages appear in the navigation system.

This module controls many essential functions and its failure can also cause the vehicle to not start or to enter emergency mode .

The control unit with part number 6135 3456588-02 is a Footwell Module (FRM) and is primarily compatible with the Mini models (under the ownership of BMW) of the R-Series , in particular:

• Mini R55 (Clubman, ca. 2006-2014)
• Mini R56 (Hatchback, approx. 2006-2014)
• Mini R57 (Cabrio, approx. 2006-2014)
• Mini R58 (Coupé)
• Mini R59 (Roadster)
• Mini R60 (Countryman)
• Mini R61 (Paceman)