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 ==Locks==
-''Main article: [[Central_Locking_problems|Central Locking]]''
+''Main article: [[Locks#Central_Locking|Central Locking]]''
 One of the luxuries we take for granted with modern cars is not having to pull up the little plastic knob to unlock a door from the inside. E30s were no different, with central locking being a popular optional extra. Putting the key into either the driver, passenger or boot lock and unlocking should unlock all the other doors at the same time.

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 This is done with microswitches; little contacts that are closed when the lock barrel is turned. This sends a signal to the Central Locking module to power the actuators, which are little more than electric arms that push or pull that plastic knob up or down.
-The trouble is that over the years, the system degrades. The microswitches get gunked up, the central locking module gets flooded with water (it's located behind the speaker in the passenger footwell) and, most commonly, the pins in the door loom plug get corroded, causing total system failure. Fortunately, there's a fix for this, called the [[Central_Locking_problems#The_Red.2FBlack_wire_problem|Red/Black Wire Mod]] which all E30s can benefit from.
+The trouble is that over the years, the system degrades. The microswitches get gunked up, the central locking module gets flooded with water (it's located behind the speaker in the passenger footwell) and, most commonly, the pins in the door loom plug get corroded, causing total system failure. Fortunately, there's a fix for this, called the [[Central_Locking_problems#Red.2FBlack_Wire|Red/Black Wire Mod]] which all E30s can benefit from.
 The central locking system also controls the petrol flap. If your locking system has failed, you can still unlock the flap manually from inside the boot.

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 This is done with microswitches; little contacts that are closed when the lock barrel is turned. This sends a signal to the Central Locking module to power the actuators, which are little more than electric arms that push or pull that plastic knob up or down.
-The trouble is that over the years, the system degrades. The microswitches get gunked up, the central locking module gets flooded with water (it's located behind the speaker in the passenger footwell) and, most commonly, the pins in the door loom plug get corroded, causing total system failure. Fortunately, there's a fix for this, called the [[Red/Black_Wire_Problem|Red/Black Wire Mod]] which all E30s can benefit from.
+The trouble is that over the years, the system degrades. The microswitches get gunked up, the central locking module gets flooded with water (it's located behind the speaker in the passenger footwell) and, most commonly, the pins in the door loom plug get corroded, causing total system failure. Fortunately, there's a fix for this, called the [[Central_Locking_problems#The_Red.2FBlack_wire_problem|Red/Black Wire Mod]] which all E30s can benefit from.
 The central locking system also controls the petrol flap. If your locking system has failed, you can still unlock the flap manually from inside the boot.

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 ''Main article: [[Cruise_Control|Cruise Control]]''
-==Heated==
+==Heated Components==
-*[[Interior#Front_Seats|Heated Seats]]
+A number of components of the E30 were fitted to make the cars more comfortable in colder climes.
-The main [[Loom]] provides plugs for all of these accessories in their respective locations, but there are no switches; all heated components except the Seats are activated automatically when the ignition is turned on.
+The most obvious of these are the [[Interior#Front_Seats|Heated Seats]]. This optional extra involved the installation of heating pats into the base of the front seats, controlled from switches located on the centre tunnel.
-If you feel the need to prepare your car for cold weather climes, then learn more about retrofitting [[Heated_washer_jets_install|heated washer jets]].
+Another optional extra was the [[Heated]] package. Buyers who purchased this equipment option would be treated to [[Doors#Wing_Mirrors|wing mirrors]], [[Heated_washer_jets_install|washer jets]] and [[Doors#Locks|door locks]] that were all equipped with heating elements, to prevent them icing up. These components were automatic, and would activate either with the ignition on or the unlocking of the car via remote.

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 ''Main article: [[Charging]]''
-To keep everything running, your system needs to generate electricity as it's used. To do that your car has an alternator, driven by a belt from the engine. The alternator is directly connected to the main distribution circuit, as well as to the battery to keep that topped and fresh.
+To keep everything running, your system needs to generate electricity as it's used. To do that your car has an alternator, driven by a belt from the engine. The alternator is directly connected to the main distribution circuit, as well as to the [[Battery]] to keep that topped and fresh.
 =Fuses=

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 *'''green''' - [[Ignition]] circuits
 *'''green/violet''' - rear demister
-*'''violet''' - Ancilliaries (wipers/ lights)
+*'''violet''' - Ancillaries (wipers/ lights)
 *'''brown''' - seat belt warn light
 *'''brown/blue''' - brake fluid warn light
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 ''Main article: [[ECU]]''
-The brain of your car, the ECU is in control of engine running. It takes readings from sensors scattered around the engine bay, and adjusts the fueling accordingly. It also governs whether the [[Ignition]] and [[Fuel]] circuits are powered, by controlling the [[DME]] relay.
+The brain of your car, the ECU is in control of engine running. It takes readings from sensors scattered around the engine bay, and adjusts the fuelling accordingly. It also governs whether the [[Ignition]] and [[Fuel]] circuits are powered, by controlling the [[DME]] relay.
 =Charging=
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 To keep everything running, your system needs to generate electricity as it's used. To do that your car has an alternator, driven by a belt from the engine. The alternator is directly connected to the main distribution circuit, as well as to the battery to keep that topped and fresh.
 =Loom=
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 If you want to make your Demister switch glow like the Hazard and Wiper switches, then learn more about [[Illuminated_Rear_Heated_Window_Switch|illuminating your demister switch]].
-=Ancilliaries=
+=Ancillaries=
 ==Cruise Control==

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 ==Sunroof==
-''Main article: [[Sunroof]]''
+''Main article: [[Roof#Sunroof|Sunroof]]''
 While poverty-specification vehicles came with a windy handle to open and close the roof, some buyers opted for the electric alternative. Mounted in the roof and activated with a switch above the driver's head, the motor offered two functions; upward tilt and full recline.

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 For most people, the [[Electrical]] system is the scariest part of the car. All those wires, and the magical force of electricity, can be very confusing. But dry your eyes mate, we'll get you through it.
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 ==Windows==
-''Main article: [[Doors#Windows|Windows]]''
+''Main article: [[Windows]]''
 ==Wing Mirrors==
 ''Main article: [[Doors#Wing_Mirrors|Wing Mirrors]]''
 ==Locks==
 ''Main article: [[Central_Locking_problems|Central Locking]]''
 ==Sunroof==
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 ==Windscreen Wipers==
 ==Rear Demister==
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 If you feel the need to prepare your car for cold weather climes, then learn more about retrofitting [[Heated_washer_jets_install|heated washer jets]].

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	If you feel the need to prepare your car for cold weather climes, then learn more about retrofitting [[Heated_washer_jets_install\|heated washer jets]].		If you feel the need to prepare your car for cold weather climes, then learn more about retrofitting [[Heated_washer_jets_install\|heated washer jets]].
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		+	=Common Problems=
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		+	[[Red/Black_Wire_Problem\|Central locking]]: It is very common for E30s to develop issues with their central locking. This is caused by a constant live power source running through the door which, over time, causes the terminals in the door loom to corrode. This has a simple fix which all E30s can benefit from.