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SIB-36-03-14
Jun 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW: THE POSITION OF AN AFFECTED TIRE IS INCORRECTLY DISPLAYED, WHEN TIRE PRESSURE IS LOW, IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND CONTROL DISPLAY (CD), DUE TO SOFTWARE ERROR. MODEL 2011 F 01, 02, 04, 07, 10, 12, 13, 25 (X3). *PE
SIB-65-11-14
Jun 1, 2014
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
BMW: PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE, IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, DUE TO FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG BEING DEACTIVATED FROM FREQUENT FRONT PASSENGER USAGE AND DAMAGED TO SEAT MAT. MODEL 2005-2006 E53 (X5). *PE
SIB-65-12-14
Jun 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES DUE TO RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT BEING INACCURATE OF BST2 BY ACSM CONTROL MODULE. MODEL 2014 F30H (ACTIVEHYBRID3). *PE
SIB-65-14-14
Jun 1, 2014
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
BMW: SOME AIRBAGS, DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER, ARE IMPROPERLY DEPLOYING DUE TO A POSSIBLE INFLATOR NOT PRODUCED TO SPECIFICATIONS. MODEL 2001-2006 E46 (3 SERIES). *PE UPDATED 9/4/14. *PE
SIB-84-03-14
Jun 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
BMW: WHEN USING IPHONE, VARIOUS CONNECTIVITY FAILURES OCCUR, SUCH AS DISCONNECTION OF CALL, LIST OF CONTACTS INCOMPLETE, DUE TO THE VARIANTS AND SOFTWARE USED. MODEL 2008-2014.
US-58310
May 8, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW MC: ON MOTORCYCLES, THERE IS VERY NOTICEABLE AND DISCERNIBLE RATTLING NOISE AND VIBRATIONS COMING THE ENGINE DUE A POSSIBLE OIL SUMP IN EXHAUST MANIFOLD. MODEL E SERIES (K70/11, K72, K72/11, K75). *PE
120414
May 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MTurbocharger Coolant Pump: Fault Code 20A503. "Drive Faulty" message is displayed in the Check Control. Fault code 20A503 "Turbocharger coolant pump, self diagnosis: Signal implausible" is stored in the DME. Unfavorable DME software appli
120514
May 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
N20/N26: Engine Fails to Run on Repeated Cold Start. The engine turns over but does not start on a repeat cold-starting attempt. For example, on the first cold start the engine may start normally, but if shut off right away, the engine may
160114
May 1, 2014
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. SUBJECT Service Action: Replace the SCR Tank. The Service Engine
170114
May 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Low Coolant Level with No Sign of External Leaks. The Low Coolant Warning light is on and there are no signs of a visual leak. Pressure testing the cooling system may or may not show an internal leak (loss of pressure). There may also be a
270114
May 1, 2014
050000 PARKING BRAKE
Parking Lock Cannot Be Engaged or Disengaged. When attempting to engage or disengage the park position in the transmission, the parking lock actuator may not respond. This condition may be intermittent or permanent. The customer will see th
320114
May 1, 2014
010000 STEERING
Service Action: Replace Power Steering Pump Belt Pulley. The screw connection on the power steering pump belt pulley may slacken. This may lead to an audible squeaking and rattling at the pulley drive. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action
340314
May 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Service Action: Program Control Units (Dynamic Stability Control [DSC] OBD error). Due to a software error stored in the DSC control unit, a fault code memory entry is permanently stored. This fault is not displayed, nor can it be cleared u
360211
May 1, 2014
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Functional Changes. INFORMATION There has been a disruption in the production and supply chain of certain electronic components. These events have influenced global manufacturing facilities, including the
360214
May 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Erroneous Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Check Failed. After pressing the Start/Stop button, the Check Control message "Tire pressure check failed" appears briefly, as well as the corresponding light on the instrument cluster. These d
360309
May 1, 2014
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Third Generation Tire Pressure Monitor System (RDC). INFORMATION As of September 2009 production, a new generation Tire Pressure Monitor System has been introduced for all 3 Series models. Although the basic operation of the system is simil
511114
May 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Automatic Trunk Lift Operation Creates AM Radio Static. The customer may complain of poor AM radio reception when operating the rear automatic trunk lift. CAUSE Automatic lift spindle drive motor
511314
May 1, 2014
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Trunk Lid Does Not Open Completely. The customer may complain that the trunk does not open fully when using the remote key or hands-free trunk-lid opening (a Comfort Access function). CAUSE * A dry trunk lid seal causes the trunk lid to sti
540114
May 1, 2014
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Panoramic Sunroof Does Not Open or Close. One or both of the following may occur: 1. The sunroof becomes stuck during operation. 2. The sunroof cannot be opened or closed. The panoramic sunroof rear glass mechanism fails. The drive cable p
540214
May 1, 2014
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
The sunroof does not close. This only occurs after the sunroof is left open for an extended period of time while the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight. The sunroof seal expands when exposed to the sun and becomes relaxed. This causes th
540314
May 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Action: Wiring Harness Sensor Rear Module. The wiring harness for the sensor of the rear convertible top module can be routed incorrectly, which can cause damage to the wiring harness. Incorrect routing of the wiring harness AFFECT
540908
May 1, 2014
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Cleaning Excess Butyl from RHT Roof Shells. Butyl adhesive is used to secure the seals of the retractable hardtop (RHT) to the steel roof shell panels. Particularly at high ambient temperatures, if excess butyl is present, it may start to s
610814
May 1, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Erroneous Check Control Message "Remote control missing. Unable to start" Is Displayed. With the engine running, the Start/Stop button is pressed and the engine stops. If the Start/Stop button is pressed again (without opening the door), an
610914
May 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
High-voltage Battery Charging Recommendations. INFORMATION Only properly trained personnel, who have passed all applicable technical training courses, should perform any maintenance or repairs on any Hybrid or Electric Vehicle. Work perform
611014
May 1, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fault Code 21F046 Stored in SME. The following fault is stored in the high-voltage battery management electronics (SME): 21F046 - HVS heating: Heating element short circuit. This fault is not typically present. When the fault is stored, no