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BMW FRM Footwell Module Repair in Virginia

Ship your module from Virginia Beach or anywhere in Virginia — we complete the work in 24 hours and ship it back with return shipping included.

$175 flat 24-Hour Turnaround ~3 day USPS from VA
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What you get

  • FRM/FRM3 firmware restored and module functional
  • Original coding preserved (lights, windows, mirrors keep working)
  • Plug-and-play reinstall — no recoding required
  • 24-hour turnaround after FRM is received
  • Return shipping included
  • 6-month warranty on repair

Shipping timeline — Virginia ↔ Arlington TX

Typical round-trip from Virginia Beach or anywhere in Virginia:

  1. Day 0

    You ship

    USPS Priority from VA, ~$12

  2. Day 3

    We receive

    Workshop opens + inspects

  3. Day 4

    Work done

    24-hour bench turnaround

  4. ~Day 7

    Back to you

    FREE return shipping

Estimated USPS Priority transit from Virginia Beach. UPS Ground similar. Insurance + signature confirmation always recommended.

Virginia FAQ

Common questions from customers shipping from Virginia.

How long does shipping take from Virginia to your Arlington TX workshop?
USPS Priority Mail from Virginia Beach, VA reaches our Arlington workshop in about 3 business days. UPS Ground is similar. We start work the same day your module arrives, and ship back the next business day with return shipping included.
How much does it cost to ship from Virginia?
USPS Priority Mail flat-rate from Virginia to Arlington TX runs about $12. UPS Ground varies by package weight. Customer pays shipping to us; return shipping back to Virginia is included in the $175 service price.
Do you accept modules from Virginia?
Yes — we ship to and from all 50 US states including Virginia. Most of our customers are out-of-state shops, locksmiths, and DIY pros. Our Arlington TX workshop receives modules from Virginia Beach and the rest of Virginia every week.
Is there a bmw frm footwell module repair shop in Virginia Beach I should use instead?
Most local Virginia Beach shops don’t offer bmw frm footwell module repair as a bench service — they’d send the part to someone like us anyway. Going direct saves the markup and shortens the timeline. Total round-trip from Virginia Beach: typically 5-7 days.
My FRM bricked after disconnecting the battery — can you fix it?
Yes. That is the single most common cause of FRM3 failure and is fully recoverable. We read out the surviving EEPROM data and restore the firmware on the bench.
Will I lose my coding after the repair?
No. Your original coding (lights, comfort access, etc.) is preserved. The module is plug-and-play when you reinstall it.
How do I avoid bricking the new one?
Always have a battery support during any FRM coding or full vehicle programming. We include a "do not brick" tip sheet with the return shipment.

Full details

See the complete BMW FRM Footwell Module Repair service page

Compatibility list, what it fixes / doesn't fix, shipping instructions, warranty.

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Ship from Virginia today

Pay now, get the Arlington TX shipping address by email, drop it in the mail. Full round-trip from Virginia Beach: about a week.

(817) 586-9634