Keyless Entry and the E34, yes/no?

[ejmpower]

I wanted to get a keyless entry for my e34 but heard that messing with the electronics is not recommended, what are peoples thoughts, experience with keyless entries and which do you recommend?

[danzee]

Have you checked under the driver's side back seat to make certain the module is not there? If it is, you only need the remote fob(s).

[uscharalph]

What year and model are your car?

[ejmpower]

Its a 1989 (10/88 Production Date) 535iM. Going to look under driver side back seat.

[uscharalph]

My 1989 (9/88 Production Date) 525i did not have the connector which would have made installing a keyless really easy. I don't know about the 535iM

[ejmpower]

what does this connector look like, basically if you are looking under the seat how do you know if you have it or not?

[JAlfredPrufrock]

All that's needed for keyless is a module and key fob?

How would one go about getting a key fob?

Oh and yes pics of this module... I have a '90 535im with heated seats / sun roof / lsd if it makes a difference.

[Rodericb]

what does this connector look like, basically if you are looking under the seat how do you know if you have it or not?

It will be located under the rear right passenger seat. 89-90 did not have this option....at least not on the 525i.

[ejmpower]

It will be located under the rear right passenger seat. 89-90 did not have this option....at least not on the 525i.
Well I still dont know what I am looking for, it does look like I have a connector of sorts but unless somebody can tell me what it looks like I have no idea if its the right one. and whats a FOB? and where could I get a bmw keyless entry to complete the system?

[epj3]

My 1989 535im has a viper alarm system, which actually works EXTREMELY well.

[uscharalph]

The keyless sytem I bought was to be connected to a 12-pin connector like this picture, located under th rear seat - passenger (Right) side.

[uscharalph]

My 1989 535im has a viper alarm system, which actually works EXTREMELY well.
epj3
I'm curious, Does your full closure system still work? In other words, when you hold the key in the lock position, do the windows and sunroof close

[epj3]

epj3
I'm curious, Does your full closure system still work? In other words, when you hold the key in the lock position, do the windows and sunroof close
Nope, the only way that works is with the key in the door. My friends e36 viper remote DOES close the windows. I really do wish mine would! I'm sure there is a way...

[ejmpower]

The keyless sytem I bought was to be connected to a 12-pin connector like this picture, located under th rear seat - passenger (Right) side.
I think I have that connector mine is below the black battery cable, it has a couple of wires already going into it but doesnt look like as many as yours, what keyless entry system did you use that went into this connector?

[uscharalph]

Nope, the only way that works is with the key in the door. My friends e36 viper remote DOES close the windows. I really do wish mine would! I'm sure there is a way...
The system I bought and am installing has am optional window module. Maybe yours does too.

[uscharalph]

I bought it on eBay, it looks like this. Make sure you have the right connector if you're also getting one. The connector it's going to will be used (it won't be empty).

[ejmpower]

The keyless sytem I bought was to be connected to a 12-pin connector like this picture, located under th rear seat - passenger (Right) side.
Ok I have that connector, now can I just go out and buy any keyless entry and it will hook right up into that connector? or what is the install procedure, I looked at the write up on bmwe34.net but it was a little confusing and long winded.

[JonE]

I had an aftermarket keyless system installed on my '90 535 for about $100 bucks and has two remotes. The connection was made under the driver's kick panel, I believe. The system could be hooked up with additional options, but all I wanted was lock and unlock. No lights, horns or windows going up and down. I am happy with it.

[an535i]

I have a rattler 110D keyless entry system with no manuals or "access codes".. soo I haven't installed it yet because I can't access their DIY website.. Does anybody know which wires I will need to tap into to do keyless entry ?

[ejmpower]

I had an aftermarket keyless system installed on my '90 535 for about $100 bucks and has two remotes. The connection was made under the driver's kick panel, I believe. The system could be hooked up with additional options, but all I wanted was lock and unlock. No lights, horns or windows going up and down. I am happy with it.

Yeah I decided to go get a Valet 712t keyless entry, cost was $120 installed, dont have to worry about messing up the wiring