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Keyless Entry - Radio Remote Control Is Inoperative

SI B66 10 09
Distance Systems, Cruise Control, Remote Control

July 2011
Technical Service

This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 66 10 09 dated January 2010.

[NEW] designates changes to this revision

SUBJECT
Radio Remote Control is Inoperative

MODEL
F01, F02 (7 Series)
F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo)
[NEW] F10 (5 Series)

Vehicles produced from SOP to 09/01/2010

SITUATION

The radio remote control function is inoperative:

^ The vehicle cannot be unlocked or locked with the remote key.

^ The check control message "Replace Remote Control Battery" is displayed.

^ Fault Code "9308B0 - ID transmitter: Battery undervoltage" is stored.

Note:
This does not affect the Comfort Access functions.

CAUSE

The radio remote control key or the battery in the remote control key is defective.

[NEW] CORRECTION

Perform diagnosis using ISTA (Integrated Service Technical Application). Complete any test plans related to the radio remote control system.

When other causes (e.g., defective antenna amplifier or CAS) can be ruled out, replace either the remote control key or the battery of the remote control key, as outlined below.

Note:
Damaged keys are not a warranty or program issue. Also, please confirm whether one or both of the radio remote control keys were previously replaced.

A. Vehicles produced from SOP to August 31st, 2009:

^ Replace the remote control key (without slide-in key).

Note:
If the remote's slide-in (metal) key works properly in the vehicle's mechanical locks, swap the existing slide-in key into the new replacement remote control(s).

B. Vehicles produced from September 1st, 2009 to September 2nd, 2010:

^ Replace the remote control key (without slide-in key).





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