Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Emissions
- Generals
- Campaign - Program Control Units (OBD)
- Campaign- Repl. Selective Catalyst Reduction(SCR) Metering Unit
- Campaign - BMW ASSIST(R) Vehicle Incorrectly Provisioned
- Campaign - Retrofitting Of Protective Hose On SCR Line
- Campaign - MIL ON Erroneously
- Campaign - Check Coolant Hose And Replace If Necessary
- Campaign 569 - Replace RAD2+ Radio
- Campaign - Missing BMW Assist(R) Services
- Safety
- Customer Interest
- Antitheft Sys- Erroneous 'Remote Control! Do No Switch Off Eng'
- Body - Rear Window False Anti-Trap Activation
- Audio Sys- Stored FM Stations Intermittently Default To FM 87.7
- Audio System - CD Artist/Song Titles Not Displayed
- Instruments - Door Open Message/Chime Sounds
- Computer/Controls - 'Electronic Malfunction' Displayed
- CIC(R) - Replacement Part Has Permanent Fault Code Stored
- Wipers/Washers - Windshield Washer Malfunctions
- Bluetooth(R) - iPhone(R) Is Not Displayed In Paired List
- Engine - Head Bolt Threads Pull Out of Engine Block
- Keyless Sys. - Remote Control And Comfort Access Inop.
- Audio System - Replacement Amplifier Not Recognized
- Audio - Intermittently 'Acquiring' Is Displayed
- A/C/Engine - A/C Compressor Belt Squeals
- Entertainment Sys - Temp. Radio Replacement Procedure
- Lighting - Intermittent 'Bulb Out' Displayed/DTCs Stored
- Exhaust - Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) Replacement
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Stations Not In Channels List
- Computers/Controls - JBE Fails Programming
- Electrical - 'Door Open' Displayed When Doors Are Closed
- Audio Sys.- Intermittent No Audio Output After Start-Up
- Heating And A/C - Whistling Noise From Footwell Air Vent
- Engine - Turbocharger Failure: Oil Supply Line Blockage
- Audio System - SDARS/SIRIUS(R) Radio Inoperative
- Electrical - Complete Electrical System Power Failure
- iDrive(R) - Buttons On Controller Not Working
- Body - Metallic Noise When Door Mirrors Are Folding
- Steering - Steering Wheel Leather Peeling From The Rear
- Emissions - High-Pressure EGR Valve Replacement
- Brakes - Squeak Noise From The Brake Pedal
- CCC(R) - Radio Continues to Play After Ignition OFF
- Audio - RAD2+ Audio Is Intermittently Inoperative
- Navigation - Update Navigation After (CIC) Head Replaced
- Emissions - 'Exhaust Fluid Low' Warning Displayed
- Lighting - Auto-Lamps Switch On Too Early Or Too Late
- Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
- A/C - No Or Insufficient Heat When Temp. Set To MAX
- Lighting - LH Adaptive Headlight Moves To Full Left Stop
- Engine Controls - MIL ON And DTC 46B7 Stored
- Navigation System - European Road Map Data Displayed
- Audio System - Incorrect Station/Song Title Displayed
- Engine Controls - Long Crank Or Rough Idle, DTC's Stored
- Tires - Abnormal Tire Wear/Noise/Lawsuit Settlement
- Interior - Front Seat Heater Activates On It's Own
- Computer/Controls - DTC 4BC3 Erroneously Stored
- Emissions - DTC's FC 480A or 481A For Particulate Filter
- Antitheft - No Engine Crank After CAS3 Replacement
- Diesel Engine - Oil Leaks/MIL ON/Code 4674 Set
- Diesel Eng. - Oil Leaks/MIL ON/Code 4674 Set
- Body - Sunroof Loses Initialization/DTC A092 Stored
- Steering - Steering Column Rub/Scrape Noises
- Cell Phone - New Generation iPhone(R) Not Recognized
- Body - Trunk Lid Open Message With Trunk Lid Closed
- Lighting - Front LED Turns Signal(s) Inop./Malfunction
- Engine Controls - MIL ON In Failsafe/DTC 4CAF
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Various DTC's/Erratic Idle
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC 4D35 Stored
- Electrical - Various Simultaneous Electrical Concerns
- Instruments - False Bulb Out Warning With Hazards ON
- Navigation System - Initialization Procedure
- A/C - Air Flow Too Strong/Weak in 'Auto' Mode
- Computers/Controls - Controller Is Inoperative
- Infotainment Sys. - Incoming Call Ringtone Very Loud
- Audio - iPod/iPhone(R) Poor Audio Quality/No Recognition
- Restraints - Front Seat Belt Doesn't Retract Smoothly
- Restraints - Airbag Warning Lamp ON and DTC 93D2 Set
- Instruments - Creaking Noise When Door Mirrors Fold
- Lighting - Rear Lamp LED's Inoperative
- Fuel System - Diesel Fuel Contamination Repair Guideline
- Audio Sys. - USB Functions Inop. and DTC's DE4E And 9308
- Accessories - Integrated Univ. Remote Control Diag. Tips
- Lighting - Knob On Light Switch Is Pushed In
- Electrical - Power Mirrors/Windows Inoperative
- Audio System - Cannot Select SIRIUS/XM(R) Preset 2
- Navigation System - Vehicle Position Missing/Incorrect
- Infotainment - Roadside Assistance And BMW Services Inoperative
- Wipers/Washers - Maintenance Program Wiper Inserts
- Audio System -Distorted RAD2+ Sound Output
- Restraints - Enabling And Replacing New OC3 Seat Mat
- Superceded Bulletins
- 010498 - 06/01/98
- 540111 - 02/01/11
- 160310 - 04/01/11
- 131210 - 12/01/10
- 652403 - 11/01/09
- 000702 - 11/01/07
- Wipers/Washers - Replacement Wiper Insert Info.
- Lighting Rear Lamp LED's Inoperative
- Lighting - Auto-Lamps Switch On Too Early Or Too Late
- Body - Trunk Lid Intermittently Doesn't Open Or Latch
- Body - Trunk Lid Intermittently Doesn't Open Or Latch
- Audio Sys.- Intermittent No Audio Output After Start-Up
- 124706 - 11/01/06
- Audio Sys. - Intermittently 'Acquiring' Is Displayed
- Audio Sys. - 'Acquiring' Is Intermittently Displayed
- Audio System - Interference/Noise From Door Speakers
- Audio System - Distorted RAD2+ Sound Output
- Audio System Distorted RAD2+ Sound Output
- Audio System - Replacement Amplifier Not Recognized
- Audio System - Cannot Select SIRIUS/XM(R) Preset 2
- Navigation System - Missing/Incorrect Road Map Data
- Navigation - European Road Map Is Displayed
- Navigation System Missing/Incorrect Road Map Data
- Navigation System - System Is Inoperative
- Navigation System - System Inoperative
- Memory Systems - Door Mirror Moves After Locking Or Unlocking
- BMW Assist(R) - 'BMW Search', Troubleshooting Tips
- A/C - Symptom Diagnostics
- A/C Symptom Diagnostics
- Interior Heated Steering Wheel Malfunctions
- Steering - Heated Steering Wheel Malfunction
- Steering Heated Steering Wheel Malfunction
- Interior, A/C - Heated Steering Wheel Malfunction
- Electrical - When Unlocking Vehicle, Driver Mirror Moves
- Audio Sys.-Intermittent No Audio Output After Start-Up
- Electrical -'Door Open' Displayed When Doors Are Closed
- Infotainment - Roadside Assistance And BMW Services Inoperativ
- Audio System- Distorted RAD2+ Sound Output
- Telematics(R) - CDMA Telematics Control Unit Replacement
- Audio System - CD Artist/Song Titles Not Displayed
- Computer/Controls - 'Electronic Malfunction' Displayed
- BMW ASSIST(R) - Combox Repl. Part Activation via DCSnet
- Electrical - Various Functions Are Inoperative
- Lighting -Intermittent 'Bulb Out' Displayed/DTCs Stored
- Lighting Intermittent 'Bulb Out' Displayed/DTCs Stored
- Telematics Control Unit (TCU) - Swapping For Testing
- Navigation -Update Navigation After (CIC) Head Replaced
- Electrical - Various Simultaneous Electrical Problems
- 611207 - 10/01/09
- Keyless Sys. - Remote Control And Comfort Access Inop.
- Battery - 'Discharged Battery' Energy Diagnosis Required
- Instruments - Door Open Message/Chime Sounds
- Electrical - Dead Battery Energy Diagnosis
- Electrical - Dead Battery Energy Diagnosis
- Electrical System - Parasitic Draw Measurement
- Electrical System Parasitic Draw Measurement
- A/T - Fluid Leak From The Oil Pan Area
- Audio System RAD2+ Inop. After Programming With ISTA/P
- Navigation System - Vehicle Position Missing/Incorrect
- Fuel System - Gas And Diesel Fuel Quality Detection
- Emissions - Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Emissions -Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Emissions - Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Emissions - Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Emissions Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Emissions - Crankcase Ventilation Vacuum Specifications
- Fuel/Emissions System - Evaporative System Leak Testing
- Emissions- Extraction/Refill Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
- Computers, Controls- Programming VS Veh. Data Status
- Computers, Controls - Programming VS Veh. Data Status
- Computers/Controls- ISTA/P Programming/Coding Info.
- Computers/Control- Programming Vers. Vehicle Data Status
- Computers/Control Programming Vers. Vehicle Data Status
- Computer/Controls - Programming Version Veh. Data Status
- Computer/Controls Programming Version Veh. Data Status
- Computer/Controls Erroneous DTC 4BC3 Stored
- 090409 - 04/01/10
- Computer/Control - Programming Version/Veh. Data Status
- Computer/Controls - Loading/Activation Of Enabling Codes
- Computers/Controls - Programming/Coding Explanations
- Computers/Controls - ISTA/P Programming/Coding Info.
- Computers/Controls - Programming/Vehicle Data Status
- Computers, Controls - Programming VS Veh. Data Status
- Audio - Intermittently 'Acquiring' Is Displayed
- Computers/Control-Programming Vers. Vehicle Data Status
- Computers/Controls - ISTA/P Programming/Coding Info.
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Repl Emission Monitoring Components
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Replace High Pressure EGR Valve
- Electrical - Battery Maint. Requirement Information
- Recall 09E-A02 - Diesel Particulate Filter Replacement
- Computer/Controls - Erroneous DTC 4BC3 Stored
- Emissions DTC's FC 480A or 481A For Particulate Filter
- Recall 11E-A03- Check/Repl. Emission Monitoring Components
- 180512 - 06/01/12
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Repl Emission Monitoring Components
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Repl. Emission Monitoring Components
- Recall 11E-A03 - Replace The SCR/DEF Mixer
- Engine - Whistling, Hooting, Or Squealing Noise
- Electrical - Battery Maintenance Requirement Information
- Electrical- Battery Maintenance Requirement Information
- Electrical Battery Maintenance Requirement Information
- Electrical - Battery Maintenance Requirement Info.
- Electrical - Closed Circuit Current Diagnosis Info.
- Tires Abnormal Tire Wear/Noise/Lawsuit Settlement
- Engine -E Series Engine Oil Capacities
- Engine - E Series Engine Oil Capacities
- Engine - CPO Engine Inspection Info.
- Emissions - 'Exhaust Fluid Low' Warning Displayed
- Emissions - 'Exhaust Fluid Low' Warning
- Engine - Oil Capacity Information
- Engine - Oil Capacity Updated Information
- Engine - CPO Engine Inspection Information
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Antitheft Sys- Erroneous 'Remote Control! Do No Switch Off Eng'
- Cell Phone - iPhone(R) 5, 4S, and 3 GS with iOS 6 Information
- Fuel System - Evaporative System Vacuum Leak Diagnosis
- Telematics(R) - CDMA Telematics Control Unit Replacement
- Body - Rear Window False Anti-Trap Activation
- Campaign - Program Control Units (OBD)
- Audio Sys- Stored FM Stations Intermittently Default To FM 87.7
- BMW ASSIST(R) - Combox Repl. Part Activation via DCSnet
- Audio System - CD Artist/Song Titles Not Displayed
- Instruments - Door Open Message/Chime Sounds
- Computer/Controls - 'Electronic Malfunction' Displayed
- Electrical - 90AH Absorbed Glass Matt Battery Replacement
- CIC(R) - Replacement Part Has Permanent Fault Code Stored
- CCC(R) - Enabling Code Info.
- A/T - ZF A/T Oil Leaks, Diagnosis, and Repair Information
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Repl. Emission Monitoring Components
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Replace High Pressure EGR Valve
- Wipers/Washers - Windshield Washer Malfunctions
- Bluetooth(R) - iPhone(R) Is Not Displayed In Paired List
- Audio System - Information On USB Audio Interface
- 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
- Campaign- Repl. Selective Catalyst Reduction(SCR) Metering Unit
- Instruments - Maximum Permissible Speedometer Deviations
- Cell Phone - iPhone(R) Application (Apps) Stops Working
- 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
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Satellite Radio Information
- Audio System - Replacement Amplifier Not Recognized
- Audio - Intermittently 'Acquiring' Is Displayed
- Body - Windshield Urethane Sealant Information
- Audio System - Audio Intermittently Inoperative
- A/C/Engine - A/C Compressor Belt Squeals
- A/T - Failures Due To Incorrect Installation
- Engine - Removal/Installation Tips
- Entertainment Sys - Temp. Radio Replacement Procedure
- Instruments - Odometer Reading Can't Be Recovered
- Audio System/Instruments - Various System Complaints
- Lighting - Intermittent 'Bulb Out' Displayed/DTCs Stored
- Entertainment Sys. - Audio Has Dropouts Or Distortions
- Body - Test Plans For Panoramic Roof
- Exhaust - Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) Replacement
- Emissions System - Evaporative System Leak Testing
- BMW ASSIST(R) - System Isn't Working Properly
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Stations Not In Channels List
- Computers/Controls - JBE Fails Programming
- Electrical - 'Door Open' Displayed When Doors Are Closed
- Audio Sys.- Intermittent No Audio Output After Start-Up
- Keyless Entry/Start Sys. - Key Doesn't Stay In Ignition
- Heating And A/C - Whistling Noise From Footwell Air Vent
- Engine - Turbocharger Failure: Oil Supply Line Blockage
- Audio System - SDARS/SIRIUS(R) Radio Inoperative
- Electrical - Various Electrical Functions Inoperative
- Compuetrs/Controls - Recommended Diagnostic Procedures
- Electrical - Complete Electrical System Power Failure
- Fuel System - High Pressure Direct Injection Repair Info
- iDrive(R) - Buttons On Controller Not Working
- Body - Metallic Noise When Door Mirrors Are Folding
- Steering - Steering Wheel Leather Peeling From The Rear
- Emissions - High-Pressure EGR Valve Replacement
- Brakes - Squeak Noise From The Brake Pedal
- CCC(R) - Radio Continues to Play After Ignition OFF
- Audio - RAD2+ Audio Is Intermittently Inoperative
- Navigation - Update Navigation After (CIC) Head Replaced
- A/C - Symptom Diagnostics
- Cooling System - Information on Coolant Refilling
- Emissions - 'Exhaust Fluid Low' Warning Displayed
- Navigation System - Missing/Incorrect Road Map Data
- Lighting - Auto-Lamps Switch On Too Early Or Too Late
- Fuel System - Fuel Cap Tether Is Broken Or Lost
- A/C - No Or Insufficient Heat When Temp. Set To MAX
- Lighting - LH Adaptive Headlight Moves To Full Left Stop
- Campaign - BMW ASSIST(R) Vehicle Incorrectly Provisioned
- Interior - Heated Steering Wheel Malfunctions
- Campaign - Retrofitting Of Protective Hose On SCR Line
- Engine Controls - MIL ON And DTC 46B7 Stored
- Navigation System - European Road Map Data Displayed
- Engine - Crankshaft Seal/Bedplate Sealing Information
- Audio System - Incorrect Station/Song Title Displayed
- Engine Controls - Long Crank Or Rough Idle, DTC's Stored
- Tires - Abnormal Tire Wear/Noise/Lawsuit Settlement
- Interior - Front Seat Heater Activates On It's Own
- Automatic Headlamps - Operating Characteristics
- Computer/Controls - DTC 4BC3 Erroneously Stored
- Emissions - DTC's FC 480A or 481A For Particulate Filter
- Vehicle - Product Content Changes
- Satellite Radio - Favorite Stations Cannot Be Stored
- Computers/Controls - ISTA/D DTC S0001 After Quick Delete
- Antitheft - No Engine Crank After CAS3 Replacement
- BMW Assist(R) - Capabilities And Services By Model Year
- Fuel Sys. - Fuel Level Sensor Repair Information
- Lighting - Headlamp Condensation Diagnosis
- Diesel Engine - Oil Leaks/MIL ON/Code 4674 Set
- Computers/Controls - ISTA Test Plan Priority Error Info.
- Diesel Eng. - Oil Leaks/MIL ON/Code 4674 Set
- Fuel System - DTC 4B1C Fuel Filter Heating Cont. Info
- Navigation System - DVD Road Map Information
- Car Information Computer (CIC) - Nav. Road Map Update
- Cooling System - Proper Cooling System Service Procedure
- Body - Sunroof Loses Initialization/DTC A092 Stored
- Steering - Steering Column Rub/Scrape Noises
- Cell Phone - New Generation iPhone(R) Not Recognized
- BMW Assist(R) - Troubleshooting Tips 'BMW Search'
- BMW Assist(R) - Reactivation Of BMW Assist(R) Services
- Emissions - Proper Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Level
- Body - Trunk Lid Open Message With Trunk Lid Closed
- Lighting - Front LED Turns Signal(s) Inop./Malfunction
- Tire Monitor System - 3rd Generation System Information
- Cooling System - Long Term Coolant Service Information
- Maintenance - Condition Based Service (CBS) Overview
- A/C - Compressor Noise Troubleshooting
- Campaign - MIL ON Erroneously
- Engine Controls - MIL ON In Failsafe/DTC 4CAF
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Various DTC's/Erratic Idle
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC 4D35 Stored
- BMW Assist(R) - Initialization Of Services
- Computers/Control - Loading/Activation Of Enabling Codes
- Computer/Controls - Break Out Box Overlay Identification
- Electrical - Various Simultaneous Electrical Concerns
- Instruments - False Bulb Out Warning With Hazards ON
- Fuel System - Quality Detection Of Gas And Diesel Fuel
- Audio System - RAD2(R) Programming Communication Issues
- Navigation System - Initialization Procedure
- A/C - Air Flow Too Strong/Weak in 'Auto' Mode
- A/C - Revised Refrigerant/Compressor Oil Reuse Statement
- Campaign - Check Coolant Hose And Replace If Necessary
- Interior - One Touch Memory Function Information
- Computers/Controls - Controller Is Inoperative
- Campaign 569 - Replace RAD2+ Radio
- Cell Phone - Bluetooth(R) is Inoperative
- Infotainment Sys. - Incoming Call Ringtone Very Loud
- Audio - iPod/iPhone(R) Poor Audio Quality/No Recognition
- Cell Phone - Bluetooth Compatibility Information
- Restraints - Front Seat Belt Doesn't Retract Smoothly
- Restraint System - Passenger Airbag Status Lamp Info.
- Restraints - Airbag Warning Lamp ON and DTC 93D2 Set
- Light Bulb - Replacement Guidelines
- Emissions - DEF Extraction and Refill
- Instruments - Creaking Noise When Door Mirrors Fold
- Lighting - Rear Lamp LED's Inoperative
- Fuel System - BMW Group Fuel System Cleaner Plus Info.
- Fuel System - Diesel Fuel Contamination Repair Guideline
- Audio Sys. - USB Functions Inop. and DTC's DE4E And 9308
- Audio - 'Acquiring' Displays If No HD Signal Is Avail
- Accessories - Integrated Univ. Remote Control Diag. Tips
- iPhone(R)/iPod Touch(R) - Audio Output Interruptions
- Lighting - Knob On Light Switch Is Pushed In
- Body - Door Can't Be Locked Or Unlocked
- Interior - Proper Installation Of Carpet Floor Mats
- Wheel/Tires - New Style Tire Valves
- Campaign - Missing BMW Assist(R) Services
- M/T - Dual Mass Flywheel Diagnostic Criteria
- Electrical - Power Mirrors/Windows Inoperative
- Electrical - Battery Maintenance Requirement Information
- Audio System - Cannot Select SIRIUS/XM(R) Preset 2
- Audio System - Interference Noise From Speakers
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Repl Emission Monitoring Components
- Navigation System - Vehicle Position Missing/Incorrect
- Battery - 'Discharged Battery' Energy Diagnosis Required
- Recall 13V-044 - Repair Battery Positive Cable
- Recall 11E-A03 - Check/Repl. Emission Monitoring Components
- Recall 11E-A03 - Replace The SCR/DEF Mixer
- Memory Systems - Door Mirror Moves After Locking Or Unlocking
- Infotainment - Roadside Assistance And BMW Services Inoperative
- Emissions - Pressure Cont. Crankcase Ventilation Info.
- Wipers/Washers - Maintenance Program Wiper Inserts
- Audio System -Distorted RAD2+ Sound Output
- Fuel System - Approved Diesel Fuel
- Restraints - Enabling And Replacing New OC3 Seat Mat