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B0440

Multi-Information Display Circuit

2001-2005 BMW 325xi E46 2.5L I6 AWD

Low SeverityBodyGeneric (SAE)

Description

Malfunction in the multi-information display (MID) in the instrument cluster.

Symptoms

  • Trip computer display blank
  • Odometer display not working
  • Menu information not showing
  • Display shows garbled text
  • Display dim or flickering

Common Causes

  • Display panel failure
  • Cluster circuit board fault
  • Display ribbon cable loose
  • Power supply issue
  • Software corruption

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Attempt cluster reset
  2. Check cluster power supply
  3. Inspect display cable connections
  4. Test cluster communication
  5. Attempt software update

Repair Notes

Replace instrument cluster display panel or entire cluster assembly.

Related Codes

B0400Instrument Cluster General MalfunctionB0441Head-Up Display System Malfunction

Other Body Codes

B0440 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code B0440 mean on a 2001-2005 BMW 325xi E46?

B0440 stands for "Multi-Information Display Circuit". Malfunction in the multi-information display (MID) in the instrument cluster.

What are the symptoms of B0440 on a BMW 325xi E46?

Common symptoms of B0440 include: Trip computer display blank, Odometer display not working, Menu information not showing, Display shows garbled text, Display dim or flickering.

What causes B0440 on a 2001-2005 BMW 325xi E46?

Common causes of B0440 include: Display panel failure, Cluster circuit board fault, Display ribbon cable loose, Power supply issue, Software corruption.

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