The BMW E46 M3 is a high-performance vehicle manufactured by BMW.

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Samantha_Jones83
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There is a parasitic current draw present on fuse No. 41 of my 2005 e46 vehicle.
I disengaged the satellite navigation monitor and then disengaged the CD changer, satellite navigation DVD, radio tuner, and amplifier.
Nevertheless, the present current is still registering as 1.5 amps on the ammeter. Could you kindly provide any recommendations or ideas, please?
Bluewhaleeee
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It may be advisable to further inspect fuse number 7.
Samantha_Jones83
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I systematically tested each fuse individually, and determined that fuse 41 is the root source of the issue. I am unable to locate the BMW tracker.
Does this have any relevance to the topic at hand?
Reinserting fuse 41 results in an increase in current drain to a magnitude of 2.5 amperes.
Bluewhaleeee
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It is suggested that measurements be taken at each termination point of the cable loom, namely at the load of fuse 41, in order to assess the extent of the power loss.
Samantha_Jones83
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The configuration remains same at both termini, situated posteriorly to the satellite navigation monitor and the radio tuner inside the trunk.
Bluewhaleeee
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Is the measurement also taken behind the dashboard?
Samantha_Jones83
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The stereo plug is located in close proximity.
Bluewhaleeee
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Has an antenna been installed?
Alternatively, may an adaptor be used?
Bluewhaleeee
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Additionally, it is advisable to disconnect the final stage resistor.
Samantha_Jones83
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I shall attempt the action of disconnecting the force-sensitive resistor (FSR).
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