Powertrain Management: Technical Service Bulletins

• Recalls
  • Recall - Fuel Feed Hose
  • Recall - Cruise Control/Throttle Cable Breakage
• Customer Interest
  • Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
  • A/C - Fault Codes 34/61 Mixing Control Wheel Mixing Flap
  • Fuel System - ASC Lamp ON, Fault Codes 40 or 50 Set
  • Check Control - Trans Program Message Displayed
  • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
    • Overview
    • Procedure
    • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
    • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
      • Overview
      • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
      • B. BMW Label Identification
      • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
      • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
  • Engine - MIL ON/Codes Set/Tapping/Rattling Noise
  • Differential - Final Drive Oil Leaks
  • Engine Controls - Difficult to Start When Cold
  • Instrument Cluster/EKM - Coding Problems
  • Fuel - System Rattle, Hum, Buzz, Knocks When Cold
  • A/T - Erroneous Fault Code 40, Pressure Regulator
  • SRS - Warning Lamp ON/Fault Code 1 Set
    • Overview
    • Procedure
    • Warranty Information:
    • Installation of Zae II Control Module (P/N 65 77 8 369 828)
      • Overview
      • Procedure
  • Fuel System - Damage Caused By Fuel Contaminants
• By Symptom
  • Abnormal wear/deterioration
    • Fuel System - Damage Caused By Fuel Contaminants
  • Customer Interest
    • Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
    • A/C - Fault Codes 34/61 Mixing Control Wheel Mixing Flap
    • Fuel System - ASC Lamp ON, Fault Codes 40 or 50 Set
    • Check Control - Trans Program Message Displayed
    • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
      • Overview
      • Procedure
      • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
      • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
        • Overview
        • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
        • B. BMW Label Identification
        • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
        • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
    • Engine - MIL ON/Codes Set/Tapping/Rattling Noise
    • Differential - Final Drive Oil Leaks
    • Engine Controls - Difficult to Start When Cold
    • Instrument Cluster/EKM - Coding Problems
    • Fuel - System Rattle, Hum, Buzz, Knocks When Cold
    • A/T - Erroneous Fault Code 40, Pressure Regulator
    • SRS - Warning Lamp ON/Fault Code 1 Set
      • Overview
      • Procedure
      • Warranty Information:
      • Installation of Zae II Control Module (P/N 65 77 8 369 828)
        • Overview
        • Procedure
    • Fuel System - Damage Caused By Fuel Contaminants
  • Driveability
    • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
      • Overview
      • Procedure
      • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
      • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
        • Overview
        • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
        • B. BMW Label Identification
        • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
        • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
  • Erratic Operation
    • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
      • Overview
      • Procedure
      • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
      • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
        • Overview
        • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
        • B. BMW Label Identification
        • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
        • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
  • False instrument warning light/gauges
    • MIL ON - DTC 12 or 73 (Throttle Position Sensor)
    • A/T - Erroneous Fault Code 40, Pressure Regulator
  • Hard Shifting
    • A/T - EGS/AGS Control Module EPROM Replacement
      • Overview
      • A. Preparatory EPROM Replacement Instructions
      • B. EPROM Replacement For ZF Transmissions
      • C. EPROM REPLACEMENT for THM-R1 A4S-310R
  • Inoperative
    • Check Control - Trans Program Message Displayed
  • Noise
    • Engine - MIL ON/Codes Set/Tapping/Rattling Noise
    • Fuel - System Rattle, Hum, Buzz, Knocks When Cold
  • Odors
    • Emissions - Rotten Egg Smell From Exhaust
  • Recalls
    • Recall - Fuel Feed Hose
    • Recall - Cruise Control/Throttle Cable Breakage
  • Smoke, Fumes
    • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
      • Overview
      • Procedure
      • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
      • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
        • Overview
        • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
        • B. BMW Label Identification
        • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
        • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
  • Starting problems
    • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
      • Overview
      • Procedure
      • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
      • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
        • Overview
        • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
        • B. BMW Label Identification
        • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
        • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
    • Engine Controls - Difficult to Start When Cold
• All Technical Service Bulletins
  • Emissions - Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
  • Computers, Controls - Programming VS Veh. Data Status
  • Emissions System - Evaporative System Leak Testing
  • Compuetrs/Controls - Recommended Diagnostic Procedures
  • Fuel System - Alcohol Fuel Blend Usage
  • Computers - ISTA Diagnosis On Vehicles Prior To E46
  • Fuel System - High Alcohol Fuel Detection
  • Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
  • Progman(R) - Programming/Coding/Individualization
    • Overview
    • General_Rules_For_Programming
    • Procedure_A_Module_Replacement
    • Procedure_B_Software_Update
    • Procedure_C_Troubleshooting
      • Index
      • Introduction
      • Section I: Preparing A Progman Session
      • Section II: Progman Session Initialization
      • Section III: Before Programming/Coding
      • Section IV: After Programming Coding
      • Illustrations and Table
    • Procedure_E_Coding
  • MoDic(R) - Updated Software V5.1
    • Service Information
    • Programming the Control Module
      • Determine Customer Service Measures
      • Exchange Control Module
      • Exchange PROM
      • Adjustment of EWS - DME Vehicles
    • Loading V5.1 Software
    • Parts Information
  • DIS tester Software - Update
    • Overview
    • DIS Loading Instructions
    • Proper Care and Feeding of CDs
    • CD Return Procedure
    • DIS V3.0 Installation Instruction
  • Updated MoDic(R) Software - C11.0 ZCS Coding
    • Overview
    • How to Load C11.0 Software With the MODIC Station
    • Label Printing
    • Parts Information
  • DIS Schematic Information
    • Overview
    • Document Abbreviations
    • Colored Frames and Colored Window Headers
    • Printed Documents
    • Moving About the Schematic
  • A/C - Fault Codes 34/61 Mixing Control Wheel Mixing Flap
  • MoDic(R) - Software Update V12.0
    • Service Information
    • Loading of V12.0 Software
    • Program Additions
  • MoDiC(R) - Diagnostic Software Update
    • Service Information
    • Diskette Contents
  • TIS - Software Update 12/96
    • Overview
    • TIS Loading Instructions For DIS Tester
    • TIS Loading Instructions For EPC/TIS Server
    • Proper Care of CDs
      • Overview
      • CD Return Procedure
  • Updated MoDic(R) Software - P9.0 Programming
    • Overview
    • Flash Programming Features
    • Programming the Control Module
      • Overview
      • 1. "Determine Customer Service Measures"
      • 2. "Exchange Control Module"
      • 3. "Exchange EPROM"
      • 4. "Adjustment EWS - DME Vehicles From 1/95
      • 5. "Clear Adaptation Values"
    • How to Load V9.0 Software With the MODIC Station
    • Label Printing
    • Prerequisites For Programming
  • Updated MoDic(R) Software - C9.0 ZCS Coding
    • Overview
    • How to Load C9.0 Software With the MODIC Station
    • Label Printing
  • Fuel System - ASC Lamp ON, Fault Codes 40 or 50 Set
  • MIL ON - DTC 12 or 73 (Throttle Position Sensor)
  • Check Control - Trans Program Message Displayed
  • Ignition - Spark Plug Application Chart
  • Spark Plug/Engine Oil Capacity Reference Chart
  • Engine Controls - ECM Programming Data Update
    • Overview
    • Procedure
    • Parts, Service Action Label and Warranty Instructions
    • Reprogramming Troubleshooting & Replacement Procedure
      • Overview
      • A. M50 (Vanos) DME EPROM Reprogram/Troubleshoot Procedure
      • B. BMW Label Identification
      • C. Determination/Programming of Replacement Module/EPROM
      • D. Control Module EPROM Replacement Procedure
  • Engine - MIL ON/Codes Set/Tapping/Rattling Noise
  • Differential - Final Drive Oil Leaks
  • Emissions - On-Board Diagnostic Code Updated List
  • ECM - EPROM Replacement
    • Overview
    • A. Preparatory EPROM Replacement Instructions
    • B. EPROM Replacement For M50 (Non-Vanos) and M60
    • C. EPROM Replacement For M50 (Vanos) and M42
  • Engine Controls - Difficult to Start When Cold
  • ECM - EPROM Replacement/Application Chart
  • EPROM - Replacement/Application Chart Order Form
  • Special Tools - Simulator Tool For Bosch Oxygen Sensors
    • Overview
    • Individual Parts of the Simulator
    • Operator Control/ Panel of Simulator
    • Connecting the Simulator
    • Test 1: Oxygen Sensor Testing
    • Test 2: Oxygen Sensor Voltage
    • Test 3: Simulation of Probe Voltage
  • Tools - Seal Pliers For Speedometer Sender
  • Instrument Cluster/EKM - Coding Problems
  • ABS/ASC - Warning Lights On During Dynamometer Test
    • Overview
    • State Motor Vehicle Agency Letter
    • Owner Letter
  • Starting - Ignition Key Cutting Services Caution
  • Tools - DIS Ignition Coil Adapter
  • Fuel - System Rattle, Hum, Buzz, Knocks When Cold
  • Recall - Fuel Feed Hose
  • Fuel - Engine Compartment Return Fuel Hoses
  • Recall - Cruise Control/Throttle Cable Breakage
  • Emissions - Rotten Egg Smell From Exhaust
  • A/T - Erroneous Fault Code 40, Pressure Regulator
  • A/T - EGS/AGS Control Module EPROM Replacement
    • Overview
    • A. Preparatory EPROM Replacement Instructions
    • B. EPROM Replacement For ZF Transmissions
    • C. EPROM REPLACEMENT for THM-R1 A4S-310R
  • A/T - Drivetrain Changes
    • Overview
    • Synthetic Rear-Axle Oil
    • Performance Improvement to A4S 310R Transmission
    • Adaptive Automatic Transmission Control
    • Program Selection
    • Factors In Determination of Driver Type of Shift Program
    • Factors Which Influence the Choice of Gear
  • SRS - Warning Lamp ON/Fault Code 1 Set
    • Overview
    • Procedure
    • Warranty Information:
    • Installation of Zae II Control Module (P/N 65 77 8 369 828)
      • Overview
      • Procedure
  • Instruments - New Fuel Level Sensor Testing Caution
  • Service Information Ruling for OBD
  • New Special Tool - MoDic(R) Replacement Cable
  • Updated MoDic(R) Software - P8.0 Programming
    • Overview
    • Engine Control Module Flash Programming Features
    • Programming the Control Module
      • Overview
      • 2. "Exchange Control Module"
      • 3. "Exchange EPROM"
      • 4. "Adjustment EWS - DME Vehicles From 1/95"
      • 5. "Clear Adaptation Values"
    • How to Load V8.0 Software With the Modic Station
    • Label Printing
    • Prerequisites For Programming
  • Undefined MoDic(R) Software
    • Overview
    • How to Load C7.0 Software With the MODIC Station
  • Special Tools - Electrical Connector Release Tools
  • ELO Diagnostic Cable - New Special Tool
  • Updated MoDic(R) Software - P11.0 Programming
    • Overview
    • Program Highlights
    • Flash Programming Features
    • Programming the Control Module
      • Overview
      • 1. Determine Customer Service Measures
      • 2. Exchange Control Module
      • 3. Exchange EPROM
      • 4. Adjustment EWS - DME Vehicles From 1/95
      • 5. Clear Adaptation Values
    • Diskette Contents
    • How to Load V11.0 Software With MODIC Station
    • Label Printing
    • Prerequisites For Programming
    • Parts Information
  • Updated MoDic(R) Diagnostic Software - D12.0
  • Computers/Controls - Custom Configuration
  • A/T - Overview and Performance Information
    • Overview
    • Operation
    • Failsafe Operation
    • Adaptive Gearshift Control
    • Transmission Oil Temperature Sensor
    • Shift Solenoids
    • Band Apply Solenoid
    • Converter Clutch Control Solenoid
    • Pressure Regulating Solenoid
    • Speed Sensor
    • Filters
    • Diagnostics
  • VANOS System - Function Check
  • Vanos (Variable Cam Timing) Solenoid Valve
  • Fuel System - Damage Caused By Fuel Contaminants
  • Fuel System - TOP TIER Gasoline Usage Recommendations
  • Fuel System - Fuel Quality and Additive Information
  • Emissions - Evaporative Emissions System Testing
  • Computers/Control - Loading/Activation Of Enabling Codes
  • Fuel System - BMW Group Fuel System Cleaner Plus Info.