Bench Recovery
The FRM is connected on the bench and recovered where the fault type is supported by the process.
BMW and MINI footwell module recovery
BMW & MINI FRM Repair Northern Ireland
Fixed £49 FRM3/FRM3R footwell module recovery at Prestige Performance Group in Newtownards. For supported software-corruption faults, we recover the removed original module on the bench rather than automatically recommend a replacement. Send the label and symptoms first; physical damage or a vehicle-side fault may need a different repair route.
Before sending: send a clear label photo or include the completed repair form with the removed module, so PPG can match the FRM to the booking and symptoms.
£49Supported FRM3 / FRM3R recovery reflash
BenchModule recovery outside the vehicle
PDFRepair form for posted or dropped-off units
NINewtownards, Bangor, Belfast and wider NI
What Does A BMW Or MINI FRM Do?
The footwell module, usually shortened to FRM, is part of the vehicle's body electronics. Depending on the model and equipment, it is involved in lighting, electric-window and other body functions. It is not the engine ECU.
When the FRM stops communicating or its stored data is corrupted, several electrical functions may stop working together. That can make the vehicle look as though it has several separate faults, but symptoms alone do not confirm the diagnosis.
This service is for supported FRM3 and FRM3R units. A BMW or MINI badge, chassis family or similar-looking casing is not enough to confirm support; the full module label and fault details matter.
FRM Problems After A Flat Battery Or Programming
Some FRM faults become apparent after a battery discharge, power interruption, jump start or programming event. The module may no longer communicate correctly, with lighting or window functions affected.
That history is useful, but it does not prove that every such fault is software corruption. The battery, power supplies, wiring, connectors and any water ingress need considered as part of the diagnosis.
A recovery reflash addresses supported corrupted-data faults in the original module. It does not repair damaged wiring, remove corrosion or cure an unrelated component failure.
What The £49 Service Covers
This is a focused FRM recovery/reflash service for supported BMW and MINI FRM3/FRM3R modules. It is not a general body-module cloning job.
Reflash
Corrupted FRM software data is reflashed or restored where supported so the original module can be reused.
Return Ready
Where recovery is successful, the original module normally goes back to the same vehicle without donor cloning.
Download the FRM repair form PDF, fill it in and include it with the module so we have the vehicle details, symptoms and return information.
What is not included: the £49 price is for the supported bench recovery/reflash service. Vehicle-side diagnostics, removal, refitting, postage, replacement hardware and unrelated coding or hardware repairs are not included. If the condition or fault needs another route, we explain that before any separately agreed work.
Workshop repair video
BMW FRM3 / FRM3R Bench Repair
Watch the FRM3/FRM3R repair process before booking or sending a removed module. The video is a guide to the bench recovery route; final support still depends on the module label, fault state and condition.
Common FRM3 / FRM3R Part Numbers
These are common BMW and MINI FRM label families customers often send for recovery. Support must still be confirmed from clear module-label photographs before booking or posting a unit.
61359390491
61359249086
61359240524
61359230446
61353456587
61359224592
61359241005
61353457428
61359230448
61353455895
61359249085
61353456393
61353457029
61353456987
61359230451
61359224588
61359230432
61359241002
61359249080
61359241012
61359242522
61353455896
61359224617
61359263794
61359241007
61353457526
61353456952
61359340339
61359308371
61359308375
61359286887
61359263803
61359240531
61359240533
61359241008
61359224598
61359204536
61359187559
61359224595
61359240527
61359249083
61353456588
61353456394
61359263800
61353456051
61359224589
61359241006
61359230450
61353457427
61353456034
61353456395
61359240528
61359263798
61359224593
61359308361
61359251487
61359240523
61359240529
61353457426
61359240530
61359230454
61356827064
61359230453
61359230445
61359241003
61353456586
61359249081
61359263797
61353457390
61359250454
61359166711
| Common FRM3R Part Numbers | Vehicle Model Fitment Examples |
|---|---|
| 61353456588 | Mini Cooper Hatch and Coupe (R55, R56, R58 Series) |
| 61353456051 | Mini Cooper / Clubman (R56, R57, R60 Series) |
| 61359308375 | BMW X5 (E70) and BMW X6 (E71 / E72 LCI) |
| 61359224592 | BMW X1 (E84 Series) and 1 Series (E87 LCI) |
| 61359263800 | BMW 3 Series LCI (E90 / E91 Facelift) |
| 61359240531 | BMW 3 Series (E92 / E93 Facelift) |
| 61359249083 | BMW E90, E92, E82, E88 Performance Lines |
Label Checks
- FRM3 or FRM3R family
- BMW E-series and MINI R-series modules
- Hardware and software references
- Fault state and water-damage check
Before Booking
Send a clear photo of the full module label so the exact part number, hardware and software details can be checked against the fault description.
Still Confirmed First
Part-number support is checked before repair starts because condition, previous repair attempts and physical damage can change the correct route.
A matching-looking part number is not a guarantee. Send a clear photo of the full label first, especially if the unit has been water damaged, previously repaired, swapped, coded, or affected by a failed programming attempt.
BMW FRM Removal Guide
Use this as a general FRM3/FRM3R removal guide for many BMW E-series and MINI R-series vehicles. Trim layout varies by model, so stop if access or fixings differ from your vehicle.
Torx driver set, commonly T20
10 mm socket or spanner for battery disconnection
Plastic trim tool and a small torch
Park And Power Down
Park safely, switch the ignition off, remove the key and let the vehicle go to sleep. Disconnect the negative battery terminal before unplugging the FRM.
Confirm The Access Location
Check the vehicle-specific repair instructions before removing footwell or kick-panel trim. The side, fixings and access arrangement can differ by model and market; do not assume that a guide for another vehicle applies.
Identify The FRM
Confirm the module from its full label and the correct vehicle information, not just its position or casing. Stop and ask a technician if you cannot positively identify the unit or safely access its connectors.
Release Connectors
Unlock each plug using its locking lever or tab. Do not pull on the wiring loom and do not force a connector that has not fully released.
Remove The Module
Undo the retaining screws or clips, slide the FRM out carefully and check for damp, corrosion, bent pins or previous repair marks.
Photograph The Label
Take a clear photo of the full label before sending it. The FRM3/FRM3R family, BMW part number and hardware/software references help confirm support.
Pack It Properly
Wrap the module securely in bubble wrap, keep pins protected, and include the completed PDF repair form with contact, vehicle and fault details.
Refit After Repair
Refit to the same vehicle only after the module has been returned. Reconnect plugs fully, secure trim, then reconnect the battery and test functions.
Safety note: this guide is for competent owners or trade customers removing a module for bench repair. If you are not confident with vehicle trim, batteries or control modules, ask a technician to remove and refit the FRM. The £49 service covers supported bench recovery only, not vehicle-side removal, refitting, diagnostics, postage or unrelated coding unless agreed separately.
Symptoms It May Help With
These symptoms can be caused by FRM corruption, but they can also be caused by vehicle wiring, coding, bulbs, switches or other modules.
Lighting Faults
Headlights, indicators, interior lights or exterior lighting functions not operating correctly.
Window / Mirror Faults
Window, mirror or related body functions not responding after a voltage or programming event.
No Communication
Diagnostic communication with the FRM may fail when the module software is corrupted.
FRM Repair In Newtownards, With UK And Ireland Postal Support
Bring or post the removed module to Prestige Performance Group at 36A Donaghadee Road, Newtownards, BT23 7EU, once the service and dispatch instructions are confirmed. We welcome enquiries from Belfast, Bangor and across Northern Ireland, as well as postal customers elsewhere in the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Include the completed repair form, booking reference, vehicle details, symptoms and return contact information. Protect the case and connectors, keep the module dry, and use tracked, appropriately insured delivery.
Postage is additional. Confirm the return arrangements and any applicable customs requirements before dispatch from the Republic of Ireland. Do not assume a courier's delivery estimate is a guaranteed workshop turnaround.
Repair The Original FRM Or Replace It?
Where supported recovery is possible, retaining the original FRM can avoid the need to source and match a donor. It is not the right answer for every failed unit: severe water damage, corrosion, damaged components or unreadable memory may make recovery unsuitable.
If a replacement becomes necessary, its hardware, software and vehicle application must be checked. A used module is not automatically ready to fit simply because the connectors match.
For wider body-electronics data transfer, see our BCM, BSI and CEM cloning services. If you are unsure which module or fault route applies, send the details through our module assessment enquiry.
Checks After The FRM Is Refitted
The technician carrying out the vehicle-side work should check the relevant lights, indicators, windows and other affected functions after refitting. Where appropriate, diagnostic communication and remaining faults should also be checked.
A successful bench recovery is not a substitute for resolving a weak battery, water leak or wiring problem. Tell us about previous repairs or programming attempts so the condition of the module and the original fault can be understood.
Do not drive with defective safety-critical lighting or indicators. Arrange professional assessment rather than use a repair booking as confirmation that the vehicle is safe to use.
FRM Repair FAQs
Quick checks before booking or sending a removed module.
How much is FRM3/FRM3R repair?
The fixed service price is £49 for supported FRM3/FRM3R recovery reflash work.
Is this the same as BCM cloning?
No. FRM recovery/reflash aims to recover the original BMW or MINI footwell module. BCM/BSI cloning is a wider data-transfer service for different body modules and is priced separately.
Do you need the part number?
Yes. Send a clear photo of the module label before booking. The label helps confirm whether the FRM family is supported.
Can I remove the FRM myself?
Many trade and confident DIY customers send removed FRM modules, but trim layout and access vary by model. Disconnect power safely, avoid forcing plugs, and use a technician if you are unsure.
Can every FRM be recovered?
No. Severe physical, water, corrosion, processor or memory damage may prevent recovery.
Does the £49 price include removal and refitting?
No. It covers supported bench recovery/reflash of the removed FRM3 or FRM3R module. Vehicle-side diagnosis, removal, refitting, postage, replacement hardware and unrelated coding or hardware repairs are separate.
Will the original FRM need coding after recovery?
A successfully recovered original module normally returns to the same vehicle without donor cloning. That is not a guarantee for every fault or previous software change. Any separate coding, adaptations or further vehicle checks depend on the actual module and vehicle.
Can I post a MINI FRM from elsewhere in the UK or Ireland?
Yes, subject to module support and confirmed dispatch instructions. Include the completed repair form and booking reference, protect the module and use tracked delivery. Return postage is additional; confirm any applicable customs arrangements before sending from the Republic of Ireland.
Will a reflash fix every lighting or window fault?
No. Similar symptoms can come from wiring, power supplies, switches, bulbs, coding or physical module damage. The recovery service is for supported FRM software-data faults, not a blanket repair for every electrical problem.
Book BMW / MINI FRM Repair
Book the £49 supported FRM3/FRM3R recovery service or download the repair form if you are posting or dropping off a removed module. Confirm support from the full label and fault details before sending.