Engine Controls - Electrical Systems Malfunctions
B61 17 02General Electrical Systems
February 2004
Service Engineering
This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. B61 17 02 dated February 2004.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
2003 MY Various Complaints Caused by Software Errors
MODEL
E65, E66 (7 Series) from 9/2002 to 9/2003 Vehicle Production
SITUATION
Customers may complain of the following:
The following software errors were corrected with the release of CIP 10.2 (Target Data Status E065-03-12-501)
1.[NEW] 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 94BA "Steering Wheel Module communication" is stored. If the fault returns after updating the vehicle software using CIP8.2 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 to September 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 driveablity 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 Logic7 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 downshift 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 "Overvoltage 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
Vehicles produced up to May 28, 2003: refer to Service Action B6 110 03. If the Service Action has already been completed then refer to the procedure below.
Vehicles produced from June 2003 to September 2003 production, and on a customer complaint basis only refer to the following procedure and warranty information.
Update the complete vehicle per SI B09 05 01 using CIP 10.2 (Target Data Status E065-03-12-501) or higher.
1. Code the vehicle (For coding procedure, refer to SI B09 05 01, Procedure E)
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This warranty information is only for vehicles that do not need the Service Action B6 110 03. 2003 Model Year vehicles produced from June 2003 to September 2003
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
These lower labor allowances reflect the changes and improvements made to the CIP program.
Note:
Should the vehicle be affected at the same time by another repair in which programming of control units is also required, programming may be claimed only once.
Note:
The following explanations will spell out the correct use of the work times.
Main Work: Use this labor operation number when the only repair performed is the listed warranty repair.
OR
+Associated Work: Use this labor operation number when other repairs or services are performed along with the listed warranty repair.
Under no circumstances should both labor operation numbers be claimed.
Attempts to claim both times will result in an unnecessary delay in claim processing and payment.