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MC53702534
Sep 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
End cap in the cylinder head is leaking oil. Installation error.
MC54812349
Sep 1, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
ESA spring strut cannot be calibrated / additional models added
MC6200213
Sep 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
The needle of the speedometer can turn out of position on its shaft. The needle is no longer in its zero position after the ignition has been switched off.
SB-11-04-13
Sep 1, 2013
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW: MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ILLUMINATED INDICATING LOW ENGINE OIL. DEALERS ARE TO USE THE TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE TO DETERMINE THE PROBLEM AND DO THE PROPER RECOMMENDED REPAIRS. *KB
SB-11-05-13
Sep 1, 2013
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BMW: CHECK COOLANT MESSAGE ILLUMINATED. ACCORDING TO THE DEALER THERE ARE TRACES OF COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE TURBOCHARGERS. VEHICLES WITH S63T ENGINE. *KB
SI-B63-02-10
Sep 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
BMW: CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE DISPLAYED; TURN SIGNALS FLASH FAST. INTERMITTENTLY OR PERMANENTLY, A BULB OUT CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED, TOGETHER WITH THE TURN SIGNAL FLASHING FAST. *PE UPDATED ON 11/8/2013. *KB
SIB-17-02-09
Sep 1, 2013
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
BMW: OIL LEAKS FROM THE AIR HOSE ON TURBOCHARGER. THIS IS DESIGNATED FOR E70, AND E90 MODELS WITH M57Y DIESEL ENGINES. SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP MAY BE ILLUMINATED. *KB
MC54604606
Aug 14, 2013
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The HP4 spring preload at the front and the rear of the vehicle cannot be set to the values specified set in the owner's manual.
010413
Aug 1, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Bodyguard(r) Exterior Paint Finish Protection. As part of our ongoing quality improvements, all BMW vehicles arriving at your center are fitted with a protective film (Bodyguard(r)) on the hood, trunk lid and hardtop roof surfaces. As we st
110313
Aug 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Oil Consumption. INFORMATION All engines normally consume a certain amount of engine oil. This is necessary in order to properly lubricate the cylinder walls, pistons, piston rings, valves and turbocharger(s), if equipped. In additi
120613
Aug 1, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Service Engine Soon Lamp On with Post Oxygen Sensor Faults Stored. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on and the following faults are stored in the DME fault code memory. BN2000 (E-Series) vehicles: * 2D22: Oxygen sensor downstream o
320413
Aug 1, 2013
010000 STEERING
Squeaking Noises when Steering Wheel Is Turned. There are squeaking noises from the steering spindle when the steering wheel is turned. The steering spindle gaiter is insufficiently lubricated.
340813
Aug 1, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Squeaking Noise from Front Axle Brakes when Driving Over Bumps.
511213
Aug 1, 2013
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Grating Noise from Side Window Defroster Vent. The customer may notice a grating or creaking noise coming from the instrument panel at the extreme left or right side. It is only heard when the vehicle is in motion. CAUSE The side window def
541208
Aug 1, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Water Leak from the Front of the Sunroof. During extended periods of heavy rain, water may enter the vehicle from the area around the front of the sunroof cassette, the Roof Control Panel (FZD), the map lights, or the A-pillars. The custome
612812
Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Key Intermittently Not Detected and Not Possible to Start Engine. Intermittently it is not possible to start the engine. Terminal 15 cannot be switched on. The remote control key is not detected inside the vehicle. The following check cont
630513
Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"FRM3 Will Not Communicate with ISTA. When diagnosing the vehicle with ISTA, the FRM3 (Footwell Module) is shown as not responding in the vehicle test. The customer may report one or more of the following malfunctions: 1. Light operation *
641510
Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fault Code for Ionizer Short to Ground Is Stored in the IHKA. INFORMATION Not applicable.
651413
Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPORT Mode Is Incorrectly Deactivated or Added After Programming. After programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.47.0 or higher: * Vehicles with the Dynamic Driving Switch: The SPORT configuration menu is no longer available in the control dis
651913
Aug 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
HU-H: SDARS Radio Stations Cannot Be Stored in PRESET Menu. The SIRIUS/XM satellite radio (SDARS) stations cannot be stored in the PRESET menu. * No fault code related to this issue is stored in the HU-H. * AM/FM radio stations are not affe
M010513
Aug 1, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Bodyguard(r) Exterior Paint Finish Protection. As part of our ongoing quality improvements, all MINI vehicles arriving at your dealer are fitted with a protective film (Bodyguard(r)) on the hood, trunk lid and hardtop roof surfaces. As we s
MC0000613
Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ISTA/P V50.2 supersedes all previous versions of ISTA/P including the issued updates. Installation procedure for MOSS: The MOSS PC will soon automatically update to ISTA/P V50.2 if not already done. This edition includes the following new a
MC0000713
Aug 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All current MOSS applicable models. The contents of this document are confidential and should not be shared with third parties for distribution. DVD sets of MOSS Hybrid V12.0 are expected to arrive in dealerships by mid-September as part of