You might want to obtain a BMW ETM (electrical troubleshooting manual). Copies are available on eBay.
The wiring diagrams can be very helpful.

 

sorry to go off topic,


but do M6's have the automatic sunshade in the rear windshield?
mine doesnt have this, and here I thought I had every option?

 

The E63/64 probably has the same wiring harnass (fuse blocks, etc.) as the E60 5 series cars (which do have a sun shade option). At least that's my guess :tonquesmilie:

You are right, this was never a 6 series car option.

 

@Majestic

I PM'ed member "whatheheck" (Dan) who is a DIY upgrade guru as well as an aviation electrical engineer. He said he will try to help with your questions when he gets back from dinner with "the boss".

 

Thanks!

Ahhh yeah Dan and I have spoken a couple times via email. Thanks for the insight folks. I will keep poking at it to see what I figure out!

 

Majestic, this should get you what you're looking for. Use Firefox or Chrome browser (seems to work best) and search for fuse box or look under electrical in the tree. It will give you a wiring diagram of the entire fuse panel in the trunk. (there are also fuse panels behind the glove box and in the engine compartment, passenger side)

Good luck

Note: you're looking for a #15 wire, which is an 'Ign on' wire 12v when Ign is on

WDS BMW Wiring Diagram System - 6 E63 E64

 

I'm working on this. I should have something in about an hour.

 

Fuse layout with descriptions

My usual disclaimer:

1) Use this information at your own risk.

2) I do not guarantee the accuracy of this information.
The info I attached to the fuses is based on my interpretation on what was listed on the E63 Wiring Diagram Manual.

3) There are cases where numerous systems are attached to one fuse so I did my best to combine them all given the limited space available on the fuse nomenclature box.

4) Do not blame me or hold me accountable for any incorrect information or for any possible damage to your electrical system.
Do your own homework too and double check to ensure the information I have is correct.

5) Took me over 3 hours to research this info and put them all together. Time I could have spent with my wife and girlfriend instead.
A simple thank you will suffice if you are able to use this information for your project or to resolve a fuse issue.

Now that we got that out of the way, please see attached.

 

Wow, I don't even need the info and I'm impressed! Thanks Dan.

 

Woah!

Oh Wow Dan... this is exactly what I needed.. an interpretation of those goofy symbols. Thank you so much for taking the time to spell it out for me. You are truly an assett to the board!

Trunk Fuses:
62,65 (Trailor Module for M5 - definetely sounds like an option for tapping off of the car - I will check how it behaves
71 - (Rear motorized sunshade) - I've already tapped off of this with success.
52,66 - (Convertible relay sunroof - definetely sounds like an option for tapping off of the car - I will check how it behaves

Hopefully one of the above will suffice to power the FLIR Nightvision camera I'm trying to retrofit/install.
I will check the above fuses and report back on my findings.

Let the Wife (and girlfriend? haha) know I am hugely appreciative!

 

Hey bud, you are always welcome.

Yes, kindly share with us your projects and updates so that I and others can learn too.

The FLIR would be a really cool addition!
I cant afford a FLIR camera so I am installing a Pioneer forward looking camera on my beast this weekend.
As like in the past, I will share DIY procedures once I'm done.

Happy Veterans day to everyone, especially to those that served in the military like I did.
Thank you for your service to our country. Forever grateful.

Oh Wow Dan... this is exactly what I needed.. an interpretation of those goofy symbols. Thank you so much for taking the time to spell it out for me. You are truly an assett to the board!

Trunk Fuses:
62,65 (Trailor Module for M5 - definetely sounds like an option for tapping off of the car - I will check how it behaves
71 - (Rear motorized sunshade) - I've already tapped off of this with success.
52,66 - (Convertible relay sunroof - definetely sounds like an option for tapping off of the car - I will check how it behaves

Hopefully one of the above will suffice to power the FLIR Nightvision camera I'm trying to retrofit/install.
I will check the above fuses and report back on my findings.

Let the Wife (and girlfriend? haha) know I am hugely appreciative!

 

Dan,

Have to give extra special credit for putting that fuse matrix together. Wow! If you charged for consulting services, you'd be wealthy(er).

Had to comment..

and Happy Vets Day as well.

Fellow Vet

Allan

:usa:

 

Thanks Allan.

And thanks again for your service to our country.

 

I have a dumb question but If I were to pull a fuse (#50, Headlight Washer Pump), would it trip a fault code?

 

Good question.

I dont think anyone knows.

The only way to find out is try it.

 

Dan is THE MAN!!!

 

Thank you!

 

Any updates on this? Besides #71, were the others useful?

 

Not sure if you eralize this but you are responding to a 10 year old thread. Google images BMW e63 or e64 fuses. I believe you'll find something on the diagrams.

 

So checking with newtis.info fuses changes depending on pre/post LCI. MY2010 F71 is not the same as listed on this thread, it's the CENTRE CONSOLE SWITCH which I am thinking it's the CIC buttons but 30AMPS for that?

Anyways upon further digging, I ended up using my rear view dimmer fuse (5 AMP) F89, used a 5 AMP add-a-circuit for my exhaust cut outs and it's ignition powered.

When I tried F71, it was always hot.