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340208
Feb 1, 2013
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Erroneous Brake Pad Replacement Message. The Dynamic Stability Control module (DSC) calculates the brake pad replacement intervals based on information from the front and rear axle brake pad wear sensors. When replacement of the front and o
350113
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Incorrect Accelerator Pedal Module. During vehicle production, certain X5 and X6 models may have been produced with an accelerator pedal module that does not have the stainless steel trim.
360113
Feb 1, 2013
190000 TIRES
"INFORMATION If performing the diagnostics outlined in this Service Information bulletin and/or the PuMA case recommendations results with eligible and covered work, claim this work with the applicable defect code(s) and labor operations li
510113
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Door Mirror Heating Not Working Properly. Mirror heating has no effect or works intermittently. CAUSE Door mirror software error This only affects E84 LCI models with option code: * 430 (Auto dimming door mirror) and /or * 459 (Electric sea
510213
Feb 1, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Noise from the Door Mirror when Opening the Front Door. A grating noise may occur in the area of the mirror triangle when the door is opened or closed. CAUSE The door mirror triangle fitment to the mirror recessed cover
510313
Feb 1, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
ActiveE: Rear Underbody Panel Modification. The customer may complain about rubbing/rattling noises coming from the rear axle area when driving over speed bumps. CAUSE The rear underbody panel may be chafing against the rear sub-frame compo
510413
Feb 1, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Noise from Front Windshield. When driving at varying road speeds, a wind or whistling noise may be heard coming from the windshield at the Apillars. The gap between the drip molding and the A-pillar is excessive or uneven.
512111
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Noises from the Glove Compartment Door. When vehicle is in motion, a grating or creaking noise may be heard from the glove compartment area. CAUSE The coating on the centering ribs of the glove compartment door has worn off.
513012
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Grating/Grinding Noise from the Center Console. A grating noise can be heard coming from the left front side of the front console trim panel, where it meets the instrument panel, especially when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Insufficient ga
513111
Feb 1, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
Wind Whistle Noise from the Exterior Rearview Mirror. A whistling wind noise can be heard from either the left or right exterior rearview mirror, especially when traveling at highway speeds. CAUSE An excessive gap exists between the mirror
513608
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory
513712
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Action: Replace B-pillar Manufacturer's Certification Label. The B-pillar manufacturer's certification label data does not match the vehicle.
515210
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Various Faults Concerning the Automatic Tailgate Operation. Complaints of sporadic or permanent faults may exist with the automatic tailgate function. One or more of the following fault codes have been stored: A2AB, A2B1, A2B2, A2B3, A2B4,
520113
Feb 1, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
"Front Crash-Active Headrest Has Limited Height Adjustment. INFORMATION This bulletin will help you understand the features of the crash-active headrest and explain the benefits to your customers and center staff. 1. Learn the safety featur
520213
Feb 1, 2013
220000 SEATS
Front Seat Headrest Height Changes. The left or right front seat headrest can no longer be lowered to its lowest position, and is at a different height than before.
610211
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Advanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics. INFORMATION Starting with the introduction of the F10 (5 Series), an advanced intelligent battery sensor has been used. This now makes it possible for the vehicle to monitor the condition of the battery
610413
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
"After FEM Replacement, ISTA/P Unable to Read Vehicle Order. After the FEM (Front Electronic Module) is replaced, ISTA/P states ""The vehicle order could not be read from the vehicle. Import of the vehicle order required."" The replacement
611912
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
ActiveE: Charging Contact Protective Sleeve. During the performance of the scheduled 3 months/5,000 miles service (Vehicle Check), it may be determined that some of the contact protective sleeves in the charging socket are missing (see page
620213
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instrument Cluster Only Displays Background Image and Gear Indicator. The display in the instrument cluster intermittently only shows the background image and the gear indicator. * No fault code is stored * All gauges function correctly Not
620413
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Head-Up Display: M View Defaults to Standard View. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts. Since this is part of the Head-Up Display concept change, it is normal operation after programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.47.1 or higher. ??From int
640113
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"IHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling. INFORMATION As noted in ETK: In case of surface damage to buttons, use the button cap repair kit. Use and claim the part number for the ""Repair kit for button caps"" when performing this repair. R
650413
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Action: Real Time Traffic Information Activation. The Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) is inoperative. ??The traffic information icon is missing from the menu in the navigation map screen. CAUSE Option 6UH (RTTI) is missing from
650613
Feb 1, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHAMP2: Integrated Cooling Fan Is Noisy Intermittently. INFORMATION Do not replace parts and do not perform a repair attempt! Explain to the customer that this only happens at high ambient temperatures, which keep the fan running after the
650713
Feb 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
HiFi Audio System: Audio Intermittently Cuts Out in All Audio Modes. Intermittently, the audio cuts out in all audio modes (e.g,. AM/FM radio, Satellite radio, CD/DVD, AUX-In, etc.) Application error in the HiFi amplifier