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MC110220
Jun 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
On the S 1000 models, the seal for the coolant circuit of the oil/coolant pump was manufactured from an incorrect material. This could lead to a minor leakage of coolant into the oil circuit. The oil/coolant pump must be replaced.
MC069020
Jun 1, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BMW Motorrad Parts Bulletin TEC252 HP Brake Lever, Milled: BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 77 22 8 355 202. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B340520
Jun 1, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
BRAKE NOISE - HELPFUL FACTS FOR EFFECTIVE CUSTOMER COMMUNICATION: This bulletin intends to explain some typical brake noise phenomena and provide some recommendations about the usage and maintenance of the braking system. The below informat
B410120
Jun 1, 2020
220000 SEATS
CREAKING NOISE FROM REAR INTERIOR: A creaking sound can be heard from the inside of the rear of the vehicle on either side, around the rear seat backrests at the floor. Most commonly, this noise is a short series (2 or 3 times) of creaking
B611520
Jun 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DELIVERY STOP - TRUNK LOCK SWITCH WIRING HARNESS: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective June 5, 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2020 BMW 3 Series vehicles that were produced on March 25, 2020 and March 26,2020. The wiring harn
B068920
Jun 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW Parts Bulletin TEC251 Cover Pot Inspection: BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 51 17 7 440 018 Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B068720
Jun 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Parts Bulletin TEC249 Mechanical Belt Tensioner Inspection: BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 11 28 8 580 360. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed.
B340320
Jun 1, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
PREMATURE WEAR OF THE REAR AXLE BRAKE PADS WITH STANDARD BRAKES: The CBS data and Check Control (CC) message shows the rear axle brake pads are worn, and the vehicle has less than 15,500 miles. Increased residual braking forces in the rear
MC65439876
Jun 1, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
Exchange of clutch components Clutch judders / engages with a jerk
B068420
Jun 1, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
BMW Parts Bulletin TEC244 Front Bumper Inspection: BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 51 11 7 453 562. Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed. Concerned are al
B170420
Jun 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
COOLANT LEVEL CHECK AND TOP-OFF AT SECOND OIL SERVICE: A new, additional coolant level check task is now linked to the second engine oil service (Service Counter 2 only). The scope of maintenance work will display in ISPA Next that applies
B120820
May 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DELIVERY STOP - STARTER MOTOR: BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop on a small number of Model Year 2020 BMW 3 Series that were produced between March 6 2020 and March 11 2020. A starter motor nut will need to be inspected and if necessary tig
B160220
May 1, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL PUMP CONTROL UNIT (EKP) DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT: INFORMATION The Fuel Pump Control Unit (EKP) replacement rate and replaced parts have been extensively analyzed by BMW and its suppliers. The EKP has not been found defective during th
B122117
May 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Immediately after a cold start, the engine may run roughly during the catalyst heating period. Depending on the severity of this situation, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) can be illuminated and the following fault code may be set:
B520320
May 1, 2020
220000 SEATS
RATTLING NOISE FROM THE FRONT HEADREST: A rattling noise can be heard coming from the front seat headrest.
B661220
May 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SURROUND VIEW VEHICLE IMAGE DISPLAYED IS INACCURATE: When Surround View is activated the vehicle image displayed in the Central Information Display (CID) contains inaccurate details.
B130420
May 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TANK VENTILATION AND MIXTURE CONTROL FAULTS STORED IN THE DME: The Engine Malfunction Warning is illuminated and one or more of the following faults are stored in the DME. All models: FC 191C02 - Fuel tank ventilation system 2nd discharge p
B000920
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
DELIVERY STOP - REPLACE OWNER'S MANUAL This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B00 09 20 dated May 2020. BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective May 5 2020) on a small number of Model Year 2021 BMW 3 Series Plug-in H
B661120
May 1, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REVERSING ASSISTANT LIMITATIONS: The Reversing Assistant function is not operating to customer expectations. Some possible customer concerns are: Vehicle does not avoid objects in its path tires or wheels contact the curb reversing Assistan
B068120
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
BMW Parts Bulletin TEC241 Molding Rocker Panel Front Left Inspection: BMW AG has requested the inspection of the following part number: 51 13 7 205 779 Stock should not be sold or installed on any vehicle until inspection has been completed
B511720
May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
FUEL FILLER FLAP MISALIGNED OR STICKING: The fuel filler flap is sticking when attempting to open or close and may be visually misaligned.
B340420
May 1, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
PROCUT BRAKE LATHE UPGRADE: On certain newer BMW vehicles (e.g., G12 M760i, G14, G15), the technician cannot perform brake rotor resurfacing using the ProCut PFM9.2 or X9 brake lathe. The lathe gearbox housing contacts the largediameter ro
B170320
May 1, 2020
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
COOLANT LINE QUICK DISCONNECTS LEAK IN LOW TEMPERATURES AT OR BELOW -15E?C (5E?F): The coolant reservoir in the high or low temperature cooling system is low There may be a coolant leak under the vehicle There may be a check control message
MC110120
May 1, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BMW Motorrad has ascertained that the engine installed in the affected vehicles may have a burr present in the guide bore for the oil supply of the timing chain. The burr can dislodge over time due to vibrations and oil pressure fluctuation
B090120
May 1, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
BMW REMOTE SOFTWARE UPGRADE IS NOT OFFERED FOR INSTALLATION: The customer complains that the BMW Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) is not possible in his/her vehicle, though the Remote Software Upgrade menu is available in the vehicle and a dow