Computers/Controls - Various System Errors
SI B61 01 04September 2006
General Electrical Systems
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. B61 01 04 dated May 2006.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
Various Complaints Caused by Software Errors
MODEL
E65, E66 (7 Series) Vehicles produced from 9/02 to 3/05
SITUATION
Customers may complain of the following:
[NEW] The following software errors were corrected with the release of Progman 23.00.00 (Target Data Status E065-06-09-800)
1. The CPT9000 handset or BTUM (Bluetooth Upgrade Module) does not power on when the ignition is cycled on. Refer to SI B84 17 06.
2. Oil Level warning comes on when the vehicle is moving. Only N73 engine.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of Progman 21.02.01 (Target Data Status E065-06-03-810)
1. No software corrections included in this Progman version.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of Progman 20.00.00 (Target Data Status E065-05-09-820)
1. The red airbag warning light is illuminated. The following STVR and STVL pressure sensor faults are stored:
- 9676/96F6, 9673/96F3, 9672/96F2, 9662/96E2. Refer to SI B72 08 05 for further information.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 19.00 (Target Data Status E065-05-09-800)
1. The Control Display states "READING DATA" when the vehicle is started. Refer to SI B84 20 05.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 18.00 (Target Data Status E065-05-06-800)
1. No software corrections included in this CIP version.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 17.01 (Target Data Status E065-05-06-800)
1. The customer states that the first engine oil service is indicated at a low vehicle elapsed mileage. E65/66 (7 Series) vehicles produced from 9/04 to 3/05 with N62 and DME ME9.2.2.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 16.0 (Target Data Status E065-05-03-810)
1. Vehicle exhibits an acceleration delay while driving. E66 (7 Series) equipped with N73 produced from 9/2002 up to 3/2005. Refer to SM B12 207 05.
2. Airbag Warning light is on and one or more of the following faults is stored:
- Safety Information Gateway Module (SGM) FC 93e4 "Self test too few messages"
- Safety Information Module (SIM) FC 93b4 "Self test no message"
- Switch Center, Steering Column (SZL) FC 94b4 "Self test no message"
- Switch Center, Steering Column (SZL) FC 94c3 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite A Pillar Left (SASL) FC 9542 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite A Pillar Right (SASR) FC 95c2 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite Left Front Door (STVL) FC 9642 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite Right Front Door (STVR) FC 96c2 "Self test too few messages"
- Seat Satellite Drivers Side (SSFA) FC 9742 "Self test too few messages"
- Seat Satellite Passengers Side (SSBF) FC 97c2 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite B Pillar Left (SBSL) FC 9842 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite B Pillar Right (SBSR) FC 98c2 "Self test too few messages"
- Seat Satellite Rear Seat (SSH) FC 9a42 "Self test too few messages"
- Satellite Vehicle Center (SFZ) FC 9ac2 "Self test too few messages"
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 15.2 (Target Data Status E065-04-12-501)
1. No hands free audio in the vehicle when using the telephone. Vehicles affected: Vehicles produced prior to 11/8/04 that were previously programmed/coded using CIP 15.0. Vehicles produced between 11/8/04 and 1/10/05 with factory vehicle data status E065-04-12-500.
NOTE:
Complete vehicle coding must be performed. Refer to Service Measures B09 215 04 and B84 200 05.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 15.0 (Target Data Status E065-04-12-501)
1. Intermittent "crank no-start" condition. Vehicle starts after 15-20 minutes. No faults stored in DME. Vehicles produced 9/04 - 12/04 with N62.
2. Vehicles equipped with automatic 6HP26, loss of power decelerating to a stop and making a turn. Vehicles produced 9/03 - 12/04.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 13.2 (Target Data Status E065-04-09-505)
1. The current radio station does not remain highlighted after being selected. Refer to Service Measure B65 215 04 for further information.
2. The "PDC failure" Check Control (CC) message appears intermittently. It appears in heavy rain or during high-pressure cleaning, for example.
The PDC control module has a fault stored for "converter line failure". Vehicles concerned: E65/E66 (7 Series) produced February 25, 2004 to August 31, 2004. Refer to Service Measure B66 200 05.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 11.3 (Target Data Status E065-04-06-500)
1. The CPT9000 hands free volume is lower after programming the vehicle using CIP 9.2 to CIP11.2. Refer to Service Measure B84 203 04 for further information.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 11.1 (Target Data Status E065-04-03-500)
1. "Info on Destination" in Control Display displayed in German language.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 11.0 (Target Data Status E065-04-03-500)
1. The Check Engine Light is illuminated. One or more of the following faults are stored.
- N62 DME FC "278B - Engine temperature plausibility".
- N62 DME FC "278D - Radiator outlet temperature plausibility".
- N62 DME FC "27CD DMTL - Current fluctuation during minor leak test".
2. Check Control messages are too long and not completely displayed in the Control Display.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 10.2 (Target Data Status E065-03-12-501)
1. The airbag warning light may be on with one or more of the following faults stored.
- Satellite Left Front Door (STVL) FC 9628, Satellite Right Front Door (STVR) FC 96A8, "Processor Reset".
- Satellite Left Front Door (STVL) FC 9641, Satellite Right Front Door (STVR) FC 96C1, "Control Module Fault".
- Satellite Left Front Door (STVL) FC 962A, Satellite Right Front Door (STVR) FC 96AA, "Internal Control Module Fault".
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 10.0 (Target Data Status E065-03-12-500)
1. The airbag warning light is on. SZL FC 94EA "Steering Wheel Module communication" is stored. This fault may return after updating the vehicle software using CIP 8.2 or higher.
2. The gong intermittently fails to sound for all gong functions.
3. The driver's seat is (or was) in memory position 1 and is adjusted manually. When reverse gear is engaged, the automatic parking function for the right-hand exterior mirror is OK. If memory position 1 is then called up with the seat adjustment switch, the automatic parking function is inoperative when reverse gear is selected. If the seat is now moved to memory position 2, the automatic parking function will work again. If memory position 2 is pressed again, the automatic parking function is inoperable again. Vehicles produced from March 2003 to November 2003.
4. Convenience folding-in of the exterior mirrors intermittently does not work. Vehicles produced from January 6, 2003 to September 12, 2003.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 9.2 (Target Data Status 6.126)
1. CPT8000 CDMA Telephone address book sub menu is not displayed.
2. BMW Assist menu in European mode (not selectable).
3. CPT9000 telephone automatically calls Roadside Assistance.
4. Hesitation on acceleration from a stop.
5. Emergency transmission program when engine is started, EGS FC 4FB2 internal fault 3 (watchdog).
6. When the engine is switched off the warning "The transmission automatically shifts to P when the engine is switched off. Please consult your BMW center as soon as possible" is displayed. EGS FC 51AC (CAN ID sensor inserted) is stored.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 8.2 (Target Data Status 6.114)
1. After the Digital Motor Electronics (DME) was programmed using CIP 7.0 or 7.1 the customer may have drivability complaints, check engine light is on, "Engine malfunction due to driving style" appears in Control Display, multiple faults are stored in DME: misfire detection, manifold pressure sensor, air mass meter, Valvetronic power limitation, etc.
2. The airbag warning light is on. The following fault codes are stored in fault memory, Satellite Sensor, Right Front Door (STVR) 96E2, and Satellite Sensor, Left Front Door (STVL) 9662 "communication pressure sensor" sets at low ambient temperatures.
3. If a destination was stored in the Speech Processing System (SVS) address book and is recalled, a new destination, which was not previously stored, is adopted and the system initiates route guidance for that destination.
4. After a brief interruption of the audio system Media Oriented System Transport (MOST) bus reset) the volume adjustment switches to a louder/quieter setting.
5. Radio stations stored in the Control Display are deleted, moved or replaced by an unknown frequency.
6. The sounds system emits a pop/crackling noise when the vehicle is started at low ambient temperatures. Only vehicles equipped with Logic 7 Amplifier.
7. When the auto headlight mode is active, the headlights do not turn off when vehicle is driven from dark ambient light conditions to brighter ambient light conditions. (Vehicles produced from March 2003 to June 2003 or vehicles that were updated with CIP 7.22).
8. E66 N73 Harsh 2-1 downshifts when coming to a stop. Electronic Transmission Control (EGS) control module calibration error.
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 6.1 (Target Data Status 6.110)
1. Airbag light is on, Safety Information Module (SIM) FC 93D9 "Over voltage shutdown".
2. All doors unlock automatically as soon as the engine is switched off and the remote is removed from the Car Access System (CAS).
3. After a telephone call has ended the audio volume changes to a default value. Vehicles produced from December 16, 2002 until February 2003.
4. A rapid double-click on the iDrive controller while in the "Tone selection" menu resets the sound settings. Vehicles produced from September 2002 until February 2003.
5. When the engine is switched on, "Initialize Tire Pressure Control" is displayed. Vehicles produced from September 2002 until February 2003.
6. Vehicle settings (for example: the settings for the freely allocated Multifunction Steering Wheel (MFL) button, Park Distance Control (PDC) screen settings, and the language in navigation menu settings) automatically change on their own. Vehicles produced from September 2002 until February 2003.
7. When a vehicle is parked for extended periods exposed to high ambient temperatures, the Control Display may have a delay in startup (screen remains dark). Vehicles produced from September 2002 until December 2002.
8. The boot lid closing procedure cannot be stopped using the interior button. Vehicles produced from December 16 2002 until February 2003.
9. When Vehicle and Key Memory (VKM) is set to active, the steering column does not move to the correct stored settings when a different remote is used.
PROCEDURE
1. On a customer complaint basis only, update the complete vehicle per SI B09 05 01 (Coding, Individualization, NEW Programming) Procedure B, using Progman 23.00.00 (Target Data Status E065-06-09-800) or higher.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Defect Code Refer to KSD
Labor Operation: Refer to KSD
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