Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- Audio System - CD Artist/Song Titles Not Displayed
- Wipers/Washers - Windshield Washer Malfunctions
- Engine - Head Bolt Threads Pull Out of Engine Block
- Body - Repair Instructions For The Panoramic Sunroof
- Overview
- Attachments
- Front Glass Mechanism Repair - E53, E61, E70, E83, E91
- Rear Glass Mechanism Repair - E53, E61, E70, E83, E91
- Wind Deflector Repair - E53, E61, E70, E83, E91
- Sunshade Mechanism Repair - E53, E61, E83
- Sunshade Mechanism Repair - E70, E91
- Step By Step Replace Sunshade Mechanic of Panorama Sunroof
- Keyless Sys. - Remote Control And Comfort Access Inop.
- Audio - CD53 Radio Tick or Hiss Noise From Speakers
- Drivetrain - Transfer Case Fault Codes 5460/55C4
- A/T - Fluid Seepage From The Fluid Pan Area
- Steering - Steering Wheel Leather Peeling From The Rear
- Navigation - Update Navigation After (CIC) Head Replaced
- Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
- Body - Water Leaks And Sunroof Wind Noises
- A/C - Musty Odors From Heater and A/C Systems
- Electrical - Battery Draw After iPod(R) Installation
- Drivetrain - Front Wheel Bearing Noise
- Engine - Oil Leaks From Valve Cover Area
- Engine - Oil Pump Parts Found In Oil Filter
- Body - Window Regulator Clicking/Creaking Noise
- Body - Rattle When Closing Door
- ABS/DCS - Warning Lamp ON/Code 30 or 31 Set
- Engine Controls - Intermittent Crank-No Start Condition
- Engine Controls - Hesitation/Delay On Acceleration
- Engine Controls - Acceleration Delay While Driving
- Instruments - Compass Loses Calibration
- Cell Phone - 'Bluetooth' Phonebook Unavailable
- Lighting - Headlamp(s) Inop. After Parts Replacement
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Misfire Codes/Erratic Idle
- Body - Erratic Rear Hatch Operation
- Body - Power Locks Lock/Unlock By Themselves
- Body - Water Leaks Into Trunk
- Body - Intermittent Liftgate/Hatch Operation
- Interior - Rear Glass Roller Blind Torn
- Interior - Insufficient Cup Holder Holding Force
- Audio System - Radio Switches From Stereo to Mono
- Audio System - AM Band Whining Noise When Braking
- Interior - Rear Cargo Cover Rattles
- Suspension - Erroneous Flat Tire Warning Message
- Steering - Column Electrical Adjustment Inoperative
- Interior - Interior Door Pull Handle Paint Peeling
- Interior - Rear Window Sun Shade Clips Broken
- Body - Sunroof Won't Close From Vent Position
- A/C - Rattling/Clinking Noise From Center Dash Vents
- Audio System - CD53 Speaker Ticking/Hissing Noise
- Instruments - Park Distance Control Always ON
- A/C - IHKA is Inoperative and Fuse 48 is Blown
- Fuel System - Damage Caused By Fuel Contaminants
- Electrical - Mirrors/Locks/Windows Inoperative
- SRS - Air Bag Lamp ON/OC3 Mat Fault Code Set
- Audio System - Erratic/Inoperative CD Player
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Radio System Works Improperly
- A/C - Poor Performance
- Electrical - Various Steering Column Switch Malfunctions
- Battery - Discharges With Key Left In Ignition Switch
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Code 27CD Set
- Lighting - Xenon Headlamp Intermittent/Inoperative
- Instruments - Clock Loses Time
- Electrical - Various Tailgate Electrical Malfunctions
- Wipers - Wiper Stays ON After Using Wash Function
- Cooling System - Pulsating/Vibrating Noise
- A/T - Erratic Operation/Fail-safe Mode/DTC's Set
- Audio System - Time Delay Changing Preset Stations
- Telematics - BMW Assist or Bluetooth Inoperative Code 73
- Cell Phone - Accept/Ignore Call Flashes For A Second
- Antitheft - Siren Sounds When Unlocking Vehicle
- BMW Assist(R) - Vehicle Dials BMW Assist(R) on It's Own
- Paint - Environmental/Industrial Fallout Repair
- BMW Assist(R) - System Inactive Message is Displayed
- Audio System - AM/FM Radio Reception Problems
- BMW Assist(R) - Faulty NAD Found During Reactivation
- Body - Panoramic Sunroof Repair Information
- Audio System - Radio Cuts Out/Inoperative
- Emissions - Crankcase Ventilation System Modifications
- BMW Assist(R) - Red LED Illuminated On The BM/MID
- BMW Assist(R) - Location Unknown Or Inaccurate
- Body - Water Leaks Into Luggage Compartment
- Body - Window One-Touch Inop After KGM/GM R and R
- Drivetrain - Front Axle Clicking Noise On Turns
- Steering - Squeaking Noise From Steering Gear
- Body - Sunroof Mechanism Replacement Information
- Steering - Steering Column Rub/Scrape Noises
- Drivetrain - Transfer Case Code 54C6, VTG Oil Wear
- Interior/Body - Sunroof Headliner Squeaking Noise
- Accessories - Integrated Univ. Remote Control Diag. Tips
- Audio System - Cannot Select SIRIUS/XM(R) Preset 2
- Wipers/Washers - Maintenance Program Wiper Inserts
- Superceded Bulletins
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Fuel System - Evaporative System Vacuum Leak Diagnosis
- Telematics(R) - CDMA Telematics Control Unit Replacement
- Audio System - CD Artist/Song Titles Not Displayed
- Electrical - 90AH Absorbed Glass Matt Battery Replacement
- CCC(R) - Enabling Code Info.
- A/T - ZF A/T Oil Leaks, Diagnosis, and Repair Information
- Wipers/Washers - Windshield Washer Malfunctions
- Body - Sunroof Channel Cleaning Kit
- Audio/Battery - Failures Caused By Aftermarket USB Cable
- Electrical System - Parasitic Draw Measurement
- Engine - Head Bolt Threads Pull Out of Engine Block
- M/T - Repairs To Clutch Pedal Assembly
- Instruments - Maximum Permissible Speedometer Deviations
- Body - Repair Instructions For The Panoramic Sunroof
- Overview
- Attachments
- Front Glass Mechanism Repair - E53, E61, E70, E83, E91
- Rear Glass Mechanism Repair - E53, E61, E70, E83, E91
- Wind Deflector Repair - E53, E61, E70, E83, E91
- Sunshade Mechanism Repair - E53, E61, E83
- Sunshade Mechanism Repair - E70, E91
- Step By Step Replace Sunshade Mechanic of Panorama Sunroof
- Electrical - Updated Battery Registration Procedure
- Engine - CPO Engine Inspection Information
- Computers, Controls - Programming VS Veh. Data Status
- Keyless Sys. - Remote Control And Comfort Access Inop.
- Engine - E Series Engine Oil Capacities
- Telematics Control Unit (TCU) - Swapping For Testing
- Fuel System - Fuel Tank Lock Ring Torque Spec Missing
- Audio - CD53 Radio Tick or Hiss Noise From Speakers
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Satellite Radio Information
- Body - Windshield Urethane Sealant Information
- Drivetrain - Transfer Case Fault Codes 5460/55C4
- A/T - Failures Due To Incorrect Installation
- Engine - Removal/Installation Tips
- Instruments - Odometer Reading Can't Be Recovered
- Audio System/Instruments - Various System Complaints
- Entertainment Sys. - Audio Has Dropouts Or Distortions
- Body - Test Plans For Panoramic Roof
- Emissions System - Evaporative System Leak Testing
- A/T - Fluid Seepage From The Fluid Pan Area
- Compuetrs/Controls - Recommended Diagnostic Procedures
- Steering - Steering Wheel Leather Peeling From The Rear
- Fuel System - Alcohol Fuel Blend Usage
- Navigation - Update Navigation After (CIC) Head Replaced
- Cooling System - Information on Coolant Refilling
- Fuel System - High Alcohol Fuel Detection
- Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
- Body - Water Leaks And Sunroof Wind Noises
- Engine - Crankshaft Seal/Bedplate Sealing Information
- Recall 10E-A03 - Program DME And EGS OBD Control Units
- Automatic Headlamps - Operating Characteristics
- A/C - Musty Odors From Heater and A/C Systems
- Electrical - Battery Draw After iPod(R) Installation
- Recall - Fuel Jet Pump Connection/Potential Stalling
- Recall 04V402000: Engine Stalling
- Drivetrain - Front Wheel Bearing Noise
- Engine - Oil Leaks From Valve Cover Area
- Engine - Oil Pump Parts Found In Oil Filter
- Cooling System - Water Pump Replacement
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Fault Code 2EF4 Set
- Tires - Nitrogen Usage Recommendations
- Body - Window Regulator Clicking/Creaking Noise
- Body - Rattle When Closing Door
- Recall 04V344000: Engine Stalling/DME Replacement
- ABS/DCS - Warning Lamp ON/Code 30 or 31 Set
- Engine Controls - Intermittent Crank-No Start Condition
- Engine Controls - Hesitation/Delay On Acceleration
- Engine Controls - Acceleration Delay While Driving
- Instruments - Compass Loses Calibration
- Cell Phone - 'Bluetooth' Phonebook Unavailable
- Cell Phone - CPT 9000 Retrofit/Information/Set Up
- Lighting - Headlamp(s) Inop. After Parts Replacement
- Body - Structural Repair Requirements
- Campaign - Reactivating Telematics Control Unit
- Lighting - Vehicle Lights Flicker With Seat Heaters ON
- Antitheft System - Diagnostics Cannot Be Accessed
- Antitheft - Programming/Coding Explanations
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Misfire Codes/Erratic Idle
- Engine Controls - Progman(R) V21.0 Software Errors
- Body - Erratic Rear Hatch Operation
- Body - Power Locks Lock/Unlock By Themselves
- Body - Water Leaks Into Trunk
- Body - Intermittent Liftgate/Hatch Operation
- Interior - Rear Glass Roller Blind Torn
- Instruments - Power Folding Mirror Troubleshooting
- Interior - Insufficient Cup Holder Holding Force
- Audio System - CD Disc/Track Display Change
- Lighting - Fault Codes 8C, 8D Stored in LCM
- Audio System - Radio Service Mode Entering Procedures
- Audio System - Radio Switches From Stereo to Mono
- Audio System - AM Band Whining Noise When Braking
- Audio System - MP3 Compatibility
- Interior - Rear Cargo Cover Rattles
- Suspension - Erroneous Flat Tire Warning Message
- Steering - Column Electrical Adjustment Inoperative
- Interior - Interior Door Pull Handle Paint Peeling
- Interior - Rear Window Sun Shade Clips Broken
- Drivetrain - Transfer Case Lubricants
- Body - Sunroof Won't Close From Vent Position
- A/C - Rattling/Clinking Noise From Center Dash Vents
- Audio System - CD Cover Sticks Closed
- Audio System - CD53 Speaker Ticking/Hissing Noise
- Instruments - False Fault Code BF in Cluster
- Instruments - Park Distance Control Always ON
- Tire Pressure Monitor - System Information
- Campaign - TCU Inspection/Replacement
- A/C - IHKA is Inoperative and Fuse 48 is Blown
- A/T, M/T - Repair Precautions to Prevent Damage
- Fuel System - Damage Caused By Fuel Contaminants
- Ignition System - Platinum Spark Plug Application Chart
- A/C Replacement Compressor Information Insert
- Electrical - Mirrors/Locks/Windows Inoperative
- Engine Controls - Progman(R) V21.01 and V21.02.01 Errors
- Computers/Controls - Progman(R) V22.0/V22.0.1 Errors
- Recall 06E-A02 - Crankcase Ventilation Valve Replacement
- SRS - Air Bag Lamp ON/OC3 Mat Fault Code Set
- Engine Controls - False Maintenance Interval in Progman
- Engine Controls - Progman(R) V22.1/V22.1.1 and V22.1.2
- Engine - Oil Change Interval/Approved Engine Oils
- Audio System - Erratic/Inoperative CD Player
- Body - Exiting A Double Locked Car From The Inside
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Radio System Works Improperly
- Battery - Charging Voltage Change
- A/C - Poor Performance
- Electrical - Various Steering Column Switch Malfunctions
- Battery - Discharges With Key Left In Ignition Switch
- Electrical - Battery Chager Causes Fault Codes to Set
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Code 27CD Set
- Computers/Controls - 'Retrofit' Update Programming
- Cell Phone - Can't Pair Multiple Bluetooth(R) Handsets
- Engine Controls - Various Driveability Complaints
- Lighting - Xenon Headlamp Intermittent/Inoperative
- Restraints - Passenger Air Bag Status Lamp Information
- Alarm System - Fault Code 149 Stored in ZKE3 Module
- Electrical - Oil Level Sensor Diagnostic Hints
- Engine Controls - Updated DISplus/GT1 Software
- Instruments - Clock Loses Time
- Body - Glass Repair Recommendations/Service Kit
- SMG Transmission - Service Functions During Repairs
- Cooling System - Coolant Level Sensor Information
- Electrical - Various Tailgate Electrical Malfunctions
- Electrical - Wiring Harness Repair Information
- Fuel System - TOP TIER Gasoline Usage Recommendations
- Fuel System - Fuel Quality and Additive Information
- Navigation System - Missing or Incorrect Road Map Data
- Wipers - Wiper Stays ON After Using Wash Function
- Cooling System - Pulsating/Vibrating Noise
- Restraints - Rear Side Air Bag Information
- Antitheft System - EWS Coding and Alignment
- A/T - Erratic Operation/Fail-safe Mode/DTC's Set
- Audio System - Time Delay Changing Preset Stations
- A/T - Harsh 2-1 Downshift/Bangs Into Gear On Accel.
- Campaign - Telematics(R) Control Unit
- Telematics - BMW Assist or Bluetooth Inoperative Code 73
- Cell Phone - Accept/Ignore Call Flashes For A Second
- Telematics Control Unit - Bluetooth(R) Retrofit
- Antitheft - Siren Sounds When Unlocking Vehicle
- Emissions - Evaporative Emissions System Testing
- Lighting - Repairing of Rear Lamps
- Campaign - Reactivating Telematics(R) Control Unit
- Engine - Replacement Engine Modification
- BMW Assist(R) - Vehicle Dials BMW Assist(R) on It's Own
- Body/Frame - Structural Repair Requirements
- Navigation System - Software Information
- Flat Tire Monitor System (FTM) - Diagnosis
- Antitheft System - Alarm Triggers Unexpectedly
- Fuel System - Injection/Induction System Cleaning
- Drivetrain - Differential Cover Sealant
- Progman(R) - Programming/Coding/Individualization
- Instruments - Compass Difficult to Read at High Temps
- Audio System - Retrieving Radio Security Codes
- Paint - Environmental/Industrial Fallout Repair
- BMW Assist(R) - System Inactive Message is Displayed
- Cell Phone - Bluetooth(R) Upgrade
- Engine Controls - Diagnostic Test Plan Update
- Audio System - AM/FM Radio Reception Problems
- Steering/Suspension - Wheel Alignment Information
- BMW Assist(R) - Faulty NAD Found During Reactivation
- Body - Panoramic Sunroof Repair Information
- A/C - Control Assembly Damage Information
- Audio System - Radio Cuts Out/Inoperative
- Emissions - Crankcase Ventilation System Modifications
- BMW Assist(R) - Red LED Illuminated On The BM/MID
- Computers/Controls - NAD Check And Recovery Procedures
- Body - Windshield Damage Analysis
- Body - Door Lock Troubleshooting Diagram
- Campaign - Reactivation Of Telematics(R) Control Unit
- Electrical - Battery Charging And Testing Procedure
- BMW Assist(R) - Location Unknown Or Inaccurate
- Body - Water Leaks Into Luggage Compartment
- Fuel System - Fuel/Induction System Cleaning Information
- Body - Window One-Touch Inop After KGM/GM R and R
- Campaign - Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Reactivation
- Drivetrain - Front Axle Clicking Noise On Turns
- Brakes - Brake Rotor Removal Procedures/Precautions
- Body - Water Leaking From The Panoramic Sunroof
- Computers/Controls - ISTA/D DTC S0001 After Quick Delete
- BMW Assist(R) - Capabilities And Services By Model Year
- Lighting - Headlamp Condensation Diagnosis
- Computers/Controls - ISTA Test Plan Priority Error Info.
- A/T - Diagnosis And Troubleshooting Hints
- Cooling System - Proper Cooling System Service Procedure
- Steering - Squeaking Noise From Steering Gear
- Body - Sunroof Mechanism Replacement Information
- Steering - Steering Column Rub/Scrape Noises
- BMW Assist(R) - Reactivation Of BMW Assist(R) Services
- A/T - Repair And Replacement Info
- Cooling System - Long Term Coolant Service Information
- Maintenance - Condition Based Service (CBS) Overview
- A/C - Compressor Noise Troubleshooting
- Drivetrain - Transfer Case Code 54C6, VTG Oil Wear
- Computers/Control - Loading/Activation Of Enabling Codes
- A/C - Revised Refrigerant/Compressor Oil Reuse Statement
- Interior - One Touch Memory Function Information
- Interior/Body - Sunroof Headliner Squeaking Noise
- Navigation System - Software Version Information
- Cell Phone - Bluetooth Compatibility Information
- Restraint System - Passenger Airbag Status Lamp Info.
- Light Bulb - Replacement Guidelines
- Fuel System - BMW Group Fuel System Cleaner Plus Info.
- Fuel System - Injection/Induction System Cleaning
- Accessories - Integrated Univ. Remote Control Diag. Tips
- Interior - Proper Installation Of Carpet Floor Mats
- Wheel/Tires - New Style Tire Valves
- M/T - Dual Mass Flywheel Diagnostic Criteria
- Computer/Controls - Replacement DME Programming
- Electrical - Battery Maintenance Requirement Information
- Audio System - Cannot Select SIRIUS/XM(R) Preset 2
- Audio System - Interference Noise From Speakers
- Battery - 'Discharged Battery' Energy Diagnosis Required
- Emissions - Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Wipers/Washers - Maintenance Program Wiper Inserts