2024 BMW X5, X7, 7 Series Oil Pump Screw Service Action

BMW has initiated Service Action SIB 11 06 25 to address a manufacturing concern involving the S68T engine's oil pump screws. This action, effective July 27, 2025, targets specific 2024 BMW vehicles where an assembly error resulted in the oil pump screws not being torqued to the correct specification. The primary remedy involves retightening these screws to ensure proper engine function and longevity.

This service action is crucial for owners of affected 2024 BMW X5, X7, and 7 Series vehicles to ensure their engine's oil pump operates as intended. The 2024 BMW X5 oil pump screws issue is a preventative measure to correct the assembly error.

Why This Matters

Incorrectly torqued oil pump screws can lead to various engine problems over time, potentially affecting oil pressure and lubrication. While the bulletin does not specify immediate symptoms an owner might notice, the underlying assembly error poses a risk to the engine's long-term reliability. Addressing this proactively through Service Action SIB 11 06 25 helps prevent potential future complications and ensures the engine's critical components are secured correctly.

Important Warnings

Technicians performing this service action are given a critical instruction: "Do not remove the upper engine oil pan or the engine oil pump from the vehicle. Follow the supplemental instructions in the next steps to retighten each of the affected screws one at a time after the lower oil pan is removed." This emphasizes a precise and limited intervention to avoid unnecessary disassembly.

Repair Procedure Summary

The correction for the 2024 BMW X5 oil pump screws involves a specific retightening procedure. The process begins by following BMW Repair Instruction 11 13 020, titled "Remove and Install Lower Oil Pan Section." Once the lower oil pan is removed, technicians must retighten each of the affected oil pump screws one at a time.

An illustration, referenced as RB1136118, guides the technician on the location of the screws. The specified torque for these screws is 8.4 Nm. The screws are retightened in a precise sequence, from position 1 through 5, as indicated in the service documentation. The screw in position 6 does not require retightening. Position 7 on the illustration identifies the oil pump itself. After all specified screws are torqued, the vehicle is reassembled according to Repair Instruction 11 13 020 "Remove and Install Lower Oil Pan Section." This ensures that the 2024 BMW X5 oil pump screws are correctly secured.

Required Tools or Parts

The repair procedure for Service Action SIB 11 06 25 requires specific parts and materials, which vary slightly depending on the vehicle model (F95, G07, G70). Technicians will need to use and invoice the applicable part numbers listed below.

For F95 and F96 Vehicles Only:

Part Number	Description	Quantity
07 11 9 908 428	Hexagon bolt	5
07 14 8 869 310	Torx screw, self-locking	2
26 10 7 882 970	Hexagon bolt	3
26 12 7 536 563	Self-locking hexagon nut	1
07 14 7 301 867	Torx screw with washer	4
12 61 7 604 790	Gasket	1
11 13 8 746 460	Sealing ring	1
11 42 5 A34 A34	Oil filter cap with drain plug	1
07 11 9 963 300	Sealing ring	1
31 50 8 860 349	Repair kit oil seal on output	3
31 53 8 844 384	Assembly ring	1
31 51 1 213 527	O-ring	2
33 30 6 760 585	Combination nut	8
07 11 9 908 592	Hexagon screw with washer	4
31 20 6 795 249	Shouldered bolt with compression spring	2
07 11 9 906 100	Hexagon head collar bolt	2
31 10 6 866 023	Nut clip	2

For G07 Vehicles Only:

Part Number	Description	Quantity
07 11 9 908 428	Hexagon bolt	5
07 14 8 869 310	Torx screw, self-locking	2
26 10 7 882 970	Hexagon bolt	3
31 10 6 872 063	Hexagon screw with washer	2
07 14 6 885 922	Multi-purpose bolt ASA	4
07 14 6 885 389	Hexagon bolt	2
07 14 6 886 617	Multi-purpose bolt ASA	12
07 14 7 301 867	Torx screw with washer	4
07 11 9 906 675	Hexagon screw with washer (rounds to 10)	1
12 61 7 604 790	Gasket	1
11 13 8 746 460	Sealing ring	1
11 42 5 A34 A34	Oil filter cap with drain plug	1
07 11 9 963 300	Sealing ring (rounds to 10)	1
31 50 8 860 349	Repair kit oil seal on output	3
31 53 7 502 681	Assembly ring	1
31 51 1 213 527	O-ring	2
07 11 9 905 862	Hexagon bolt	2
33 30 6 760 585	Combination nut	8

For G70 Vehicles Only:

Part Number	Description	Quantity
07 11 9 908 428	Hexagon bolt	5
07 14 8 869 310	Torx screw, self-locking	2
26 10 7 882 970	Hexagon bolt	3
26 12 7 536 563	Self-locking hexagon nut	1
07 14 7 301 867	Torx screw with washer	4
12 61 7 604 790	Gasket	1
11 13 8 746 460	Sealing ring	1
11 42 5 A34 A34	Oil filter cap with drain plug	1
07 11 9 963 300	Sealing ring	1
31 50 8 860 349	Repair kit oil seal on output	3
31 53 8 844 384	Assembly ring	1
31 51 1 213 527	O-ring	2
33 30 6 760 585	Combination nut	8
07 11 9 908 592	Hexagon screw with washer	4
31 20 6 866 022	Shouldered bolt with compression spring	2
07 11 9 906 100	Hexagon head collar bolt	2
31 10 6 866 023	Nut clip	2
34 10 8 838 589	Torx screw with washer	4
33 11 7 525 064	Screw plug with O-ring	2
32 30 6 778 609	Torx bolt	1
18 30 7 843 213	Sealing ring	2
18 30 9 504 710	Gasket	2

Additionally, bulk supply materials such as 0W-30 LL01FE engine oil (Part Number SI B11 01 21) are required. The quantity for this is 10.3/103 liters for general use or 10.8/108 liters when used in conjunction with the BMW Maintenance Program engine oil and filter service. Other small parts, fluids, lubricants, one-time use screws, nuts, and seals, not explicitly listed, must be selected according to ISTA repair instructions or the Electronic Parts Catalog and invoiced separately under the Repair Code listed in this bulletin.

Claim Information

Reimbursement for Service Action SIB 11 06 25 is handled through specific claim procedures. Dealers utilize work packages and labor operation codes for submission. The primary Repair Code is 0011980700, described as "F95 G0x G70 G9x S68T Reworking threaded connection, oil pump."

Labor Operations for New In-Stock Vehicles (Before First Delivery or No In-Service Date):

• Work Pkg #1, Labor Operation 00 78 772: "Retighten the oil pump screws." This operation has varying labor allowances: 17 FRU (F95), 18 FRU (G07), and 42 FRU (G70).
• Work Pkg #2, Labor Operation 00 78 773: "Vehicle has already been completed by another repair or technical action." This is for scenarios where the work was already performed and has a labor allowance of 1 FRU.

Labor Operations for Vehicles Arriving with Action Open (No Other Main Work):

• Work Pkg #3, Labor Operation 00 78 225: "Retighten the oil pump screws." This applies to F95 models with a labor allowance of 18 FRU.
• Work Pkg #4, Labor Operation 00 78 226: "Vehicle has already been completed by another repair or technical action." This applies to G70 models with a labor allowance of 1 FRU.

Only one flat rate labor operation code can be used for claim submission per workshop visit. Claim comments should reference the SIB number, issue, and work package number.

Sublet - Bulk Supply Materials: Sublet Code 4 allows reimbursement for supported repair-related bulk supply materials, up to $180.00. This amount should be itemized on the repair order.

BMW Maintenance Program: If the vehicle has an active maintenance program and the Engine oil Service task is recommended, due, or bundling eligible, the engine oil and filter should be changed after replacing the engine oil pan's upper screws. This is claimed under Repair Code 0011980700 (Work Package #1) for the retightening, and additionally under Repair Code 85990501MP for the standard scope of service (Labor Operation 00 00 105, 2 FRU). The engine oil (10.8 liters) and oil filter part number are also claimed under the applicable BMW Maintenance Program Engine "oil service task" Repair Code.

Alternative Mobility Solution (AMS): This Service Action qualifies for AMS expense reimbursement for vehicle owners. This can be claimed under Sublet Code 2. Further details on AMS can be found in SI B01 29 16.

Owner Action

If you own a 2024 BMW X5, X7, or 7 Series, it is recommended to contact your authorized BMW dealer to determine if your vehicle is affected by Service Action SIB 11 06 25. Dealers can check the vehicle's status in their systems. This preventative measure will ensure the correct torque of the 2024 BMW X5 oil pump screws, maintaining your engine's integrity. The repair will be performed free of charge under the terms of the service action.

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NHTSA ID: 11021816