Campaign - Lamp Control Module Reprogramming: Overview

SI B61 05 04
General Electrical Systems

October 2004
Technical Service

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: Recode LCM

MODEL
E39 (5 Series)

SITUATION

Under certain conditions, the vehicle may not enter sleep mode correctly and this results in a high closed circuit current. As a result, the battery may become discharged to such an extent that it may not be possible to start the engine.

This Service Action recodes the LCM (Lamp Control Module). A copy of the customer notification letter is included.

To minimize the customer's inconvenience caused by this Service Action, pick-up (and deliver after repair) the affected vehicle from customer's home and provide appropriate alternative transportation.

Customers will be impressed when you return their cars cleaned inside and out and with a full tank of gas. Reimbursement information for the vehicle fueling and valet costs may be found in the Warranty portion of this bulletin.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

This Service Action involves E39 (5 Series) vehicles, which were produced from April 1, 2003 to July 31, 2003.

In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.








The Chassis Number Ranges listed are only for informational purposes and are not to be considered as the only deciding factor.

WARRANTY INFORMATION








Reimbursement for this Service Action will be via Campaign Entry.