I have a 1997 BMW 318ti. The problem I have is that it is overheating. I noticed that the auxillary fan was not working, so assumed it was the fuse. I took the cover off of the fuse box and the diagram said that it was inside the car under the glove box (rh drive). It isn't there and I can't seem to find were the fuse is. PLEASE PLEASE help

SOURCE: 1998 bmw 318ti overheating

so coolant temperature sensor has failed at radiator likely.. or main fans have failed ..test and advise

SOURCE: overheating problem on a 1998 BMW 318ti

Perform a liquid block test (with the bottle of fluid over the radiator mouth.) If the blue liquid turns yellow or clear, you have hydrocarbons entering the cooling system (usually via head gskt.) If not, you have ruled out a costly repair.

Sounds like it overheats pretty easily, without t-stat! This block testing liquid is cheap, and will verify a suspected leaking head gasket without lengthy diagnosis. Hope it's better news, but good luck!

Tater Todd

SOURCE: Interior lights do not go out

faulty door switch stuck in maybe this is not guarantee though

SOURCE: where is the auxillary fan

Auxiliary Cooling Fan Circuit Fuses
Fuse 16 is 5 amps located in front power distribution box under hood, drivers side near rear of engine compartment.

Fuse 41 (ex. M44 w/man. trans) is 30 amp (probably not your car) in front power distribution box

Fuse 48 (M44 w/man. trans only) is 40 amp (The auxiliary fuse box in trunk for E36 is on the right side of trunk behind the trim panel.)

SOURCE: locked 318ti bmw in boot

go to your local BMW dealer with proof of ownership (registration document) and photographic proof of ID and they can order you a new key from BMW this will get you into the car as long as at least 1 door lock or the boot has the original lock.