BMW 325i Service Bulletins
143 manufacturer communications on file.
- October 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150299Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- BMWSEP1313
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryE46 SULEV Fuel Tank Parts Collection . INFORMATION Starting on October 10th, 2013, BMW will be collecting defective E46 SULEV fuel tanks (P/N 16 11 6 763 569) for a special analysis project. To remove and prepare the fuel tank for shipping, please follow the procedure described below. Your dealer will receive a package addressed to your Shop Foreman, containing the plugs and caps needed to secure the fuel tank. If additional plug kits are needed, please contact Michael Murray via email at [email protected].
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - October 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150265Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651112
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIntermittently Stored FM Radio Stations Default to FM 87.7. Intermittently, the stored FM radio stations default to FM 87.7 after vehicle start-up. CAUSE 1. Low battery voltage or voltage drop at the head unit 2. Radio station preset contains FM 87.7 3. Remote key memory not set correctly or the setting is lost
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - October 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150264Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651013
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"The replacement OC3 seat mat (front passenger seat occupancy) will not enable when following ISTA Repair Instruction REP 65 77 604, ""Replacing sensor mat (OC3 mat) for passenger seat occupancy detector."" 1. When the new mat is installed in the vehicle, too much pre-load pressure will prevent the mat from being enabled. ISTA/P WILL NOT enable the new part, and will cause permanent damage to it. 2. The new part has incorrect coding."
Associated Products (49)Associated Documents - August 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150224Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 513608
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory button typically will return the mirror to the stored position. Poor electrical contacts of the mirror drive in the mirror housing INFORMATION The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Complete the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. The test plan can be accessed via the following path: ""Information Search / Function Structure / Body / Mirror / Exterior mirrors / Driver's or passenger side / Electrochromic Mirror,"" and then press ""Start Search."" Select the test plan ""AM5102_00010."""
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150074Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 511907
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDoors Will Not Unlock Using the Key Fob or Central Locking Button. One or more of the doors may not unlock when using the remote key outside the vehicle, or the central locking button inside the car. It is still possible, however, to unlock the door by using the key in the driver's door lock cylinder or by pulling the door handle on the inside of the car. Typically fault codes A6D4 and A6D5 are stored in the Junction Box Electronics (JBE). This is due to a blown fuse in the JBE caused by either: * An excessive amperage draw by one of the door lock actuators, which is commonly attributed to silicone contamination; or * An intermittent, but acceptable, amperage spike slightly above 15A, due to normal variation in the locking system.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150065Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 010212
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"BMW NA has agreed to extend the emissions warranties of the turbocharger's wastegate to: ??8 years or 82,000 miles, whichever occurs first, as determined from the vehicle's original in-service date select the ""Vehicle Comment"" button to display the extended coverage information. The terms of the original New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty and applicable emissions warranty still apply. BMW NA will not provide warranty coverage to any Settlement Class Member's vehicle containing modifications or alterations to the turbocharger or its wastegates (software, hardware or otherwise), or evidencing other conditions not normally covered under the original New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty or applicable emissions warranty. Modifications excluded from warranty coverage include any aftermarket parts that affect the turbocharger system, or if there are other conditions that would normally exclude it from warranty coverage."
Associated Products (92)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149613Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651310
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn all audio modes (radio, CD, AUX-In, etc.), the audio output is distorted. It is more noticeable with high bass and high audio volume settings. There may also be an intermittent interference noise coming from the loudspeakers at low audio volume or when the radio is turned off. Audio settings in the RAD2+ (radio professional)
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149595Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340208
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryErroneous Brake Pad Replacement Message. The Dynamic Stability Control module (DSC) calculates the brake pad replacement intervals based on information from the front and rear axle brake pad wear sensors. When replacement of the front and or rear brake pads is necessary, the DSC control module triggers an indicator lamp located in the vehicle's instrument cluster. However, the brake pad indicator lamp may be illuminated although a replacement of the brake pads is not necessary. Additionally, one or both of the following fault codes may be stored in the DSC control module: * 5DE0 Brake-pad wear: plausibility, front axle * 5DE1 Brake-pad wear: plausibility, rear axle CAUSE DSC software error
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149589Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 130409
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N54 Engine: Diagnosis of Cold Start Rough Running with Misfire Faults. The customer may complain that during the cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. Various misfire fault codes (e.g., 29CC, 29D2, 29D1, 29D0, 29C0, 29CF) may be stored in the DME control module. The engine rough running complaint can be reproduced on a cold start in the workshop. During the course of diagnosis, the spark plugs, removed from the misfiring cylinders after the problem was reproduced, are found to be soaked (""wet"") with fuel, while the injector tips are covered with a layer of carbon deposit. Possible cause: high-pressure injector failure (leakage or incorrect spraying pattern) due to internal wear or unfavorable stock of tolerances IMPORTANT: For comprehensive N54 drivability diagnostics, always refer to the ""N54 Engine Diagnostic Fault Tree"" file (the current version ""02_14_13"" is found as a PDF attachment to SI B12 55 06)."
Associated Products (120)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150133Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651310
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn all audio modes (radio, CD, AUX-In, etc.), the audio output is distorted. It is more noticeable with high bass and high audio volume settings. There may also be an intermittent interference noise coming from the loudspeakers at low audio volume or when the radio is turned off. Audio settings in the RAD2+ (radio professional)
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150131Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; AIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651013
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Enabling and Replacing New OC3 Seat Mat. The replacement OC3 seat mat (front passenger seat occupancy) will not enable when following ISTA Repair Instruction REP 65 77 604, ""Replacing sensor mat (OC3 mat) for passenger seat occupancy detector."" When the new mat is installed in the vehicle, too much pre-load pressure will prevent the mat from being enabled. ISTA/P WILL NOT enable the new part, and will cause permanent damage to it."
Associated Products (51)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150130Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651009
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe vehicle position is missing or incorrect on the navigation map. The navigation system integrated in the Car Information Computer (CIC) is not calibrated correctly.
Associated Products (173)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150099Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 130213
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN54 Engine: Fuel Pressure Control Test Plan Error. INFORMATION Not applicable.
Associated Products (118)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150096Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121611
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN55 Engine Failsafe - FC 120308 Boost Pressure Control, Plausibility: Pressure Too Low Stored in DME Fault Memory. INFORMATION The customer complains the SES is illuminated and the engine has reduced power (engine failsafe mode).
Associated Products (134)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150095Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 110907
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIntermittent Hydraulic Valve Adjuster (HVA) Noise. An occasional ticking or rattling noise from the camshaft hydraulic valve lifters (HVA) may occur during cold engine starts, due to frequent short-distance driving, or the noise may occur for an extended period of time even though the engine is at operating temperature. Improved parts were phased into production beginning on 10/1/2008 and fully implemented on November 31st 2008.
Associated Products (31)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10038217Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-11-03-08
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2011
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: CRANKCASE PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS AND INFORMATION FOR ALL VEHICLES. *RM UPDATED ON 4/24/2013. *KB
Associated Products (97)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149441Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 513608
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory button typically will return the mirror to the stored position. Poor electrical contacts of the mirror drive in the mirror housing INFORMATION The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Complete the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. The test plan can be accessed via the following path: ""Information Search / Function Structure / Body / Mirror / Exterior mirrors / Driver's or passenger side / Electrochromic Mirror,"" and then press ""Start Search."" Select the test plan ""B5116_ECSPPL2."""
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149431Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340208
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryErroneous Brake Pad Replacement Message. The Dynamic Stability Control module (DSC) calculates the brake pad replacement intervals based on information from the front and rear axle brake pad wear sensors. When replacement of the front and or rear brake pads is necessary, the DSC control module triggers an indicator lamp located in the vehicle's instrument cluster. However, the brake pad indicator lamp may be illuminated although a replacement of the brake pads is not necessary. Additionally, one or both of the following fault codes may be stored in the DSC control module: * 5DE0 Brake-pad wear: plausibility, front axle * 5DE1 Brake-pad wear: plausibility, rear axle CAUSE DSC software error
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150385Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650110
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"CCC - ""Please Insert Navigation DVD"" Appears on CID. The navigation map DVD cannot be read or detected. The message ""Please insert navigation DVD"" appears in the CID (Central Information Display). The navigation system is inoperative. This situation may also occur when upgrading to a new navigation map. The old map is recognized but the new one is not. CAUSE Faulty DVD drive; read error due to hardening of the anti-vibration gel on the read head"
Associated Products (106)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150381Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 610606
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryJunction Box Pin Assignment Change. When replacing the Junction Box (fuse box) using P/N 61 14 6 978 270 or later, note that various pin assignments have changed. The following additional work procedure is necessary to properly perform this repair.
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