BMW 330i Service Bulletins
863 manufacturer communications on file.
- January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171495Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612119
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: INSPECT AND REWORK ENGINE COMPARTMENT WIRING HARNESS: Depending on the severity of the wiring damage this can lead to a multitude of electrical malfunctions and indicator lights on the Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) or Central Information Display (CID). It is possible that the wiring harness may be damaged even if routed correctly. This is due to- The confined mounting position of the affected engine wiring harness in combination with the component tolerances Sharp-edged components in the vicinity of the wiring harness
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171493Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B541619
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCLICKING NOISE FROM ROLLER SUNSHADE: When driving over rough road surfaces a clicking noise is present from the area of the roller sunshade of the sunroof. Insufficient grease for the roller sunshade mechanism allowing excessive movement inside the sunshade guide rail.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171490Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B510220
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRATTLE NOISE FROM COWL TRIM: A rattle noise is present while driving from the cowl area under the windshield at temperatures below 50C°F. The rattle may be present from either or both sides (right and/or left). At temperatures below 50C°F the cowl panels below the windshield can contact the adjacent panels.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171487Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310719
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: APPLY CAVITY WAX PROTECTION INSIDE THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT: The corrosion protection applied to the inside of the front axle support during the manufacturing process may have minor coating defects. In individual cases this can lead to localized rust damage on the front axle support over the service life of the vehicle. Manufacturing process error.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171479Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111219
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following faults may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Fault code Control module Fault code text 213A2B DME Increment wheel adaption faulty This situation is not associated with any drivability complaints and only affects vehicles built with a Factory I-level of 19-07-500 and later. An unfavorable DME diagnostic calibration may cause the fault code to be stored. In most circumstances this will cause the MIL to be illuminated.
Associated Products (75)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171414Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011319
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in the rear of the vehicle while driving. The plastic mounting tabs for the rear tail light assembly housing(s) may become too brittle and crack to the point where the hold down nut(s) can no longer keep the housing(s) in place.
Associated Products (95)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170589Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621019
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINCORRECT CONDITION BASED SERVICE DATA FOR BRAKE FLUID SERVICE. "Brake fluid service due since 12/2001" is displayed in the instrument cluster although the vehicle is only a maximum of 1 year old. Software error in the KOMBI (Instrument Cluster).
Associated Products (63)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170588Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620919
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster remains dark after starting the vehicle. After a restart normal functionality is restored. Software error in the KOMBI (Instrument Cluster).
Associated Products (65)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170583Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B541519
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGROANING NOISE FROM SUNROOF: A groaning noise is present from the sunroof glass panel while driving over rough road surfaces or during body flex. The noise may also be present while the sunroof is opening into the vented position. Interference between the sunroof glass panel perimeter seal and the vehicle roof.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170581Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540819
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySUNROOF REVERSES WHEN CLOSING: The sunroof reverses direction (anti-traps) just as the sunroof glass meets the wind deflector. The sunroof may not properly initialize as a result.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170572Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120319
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE DOES NOT START BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Engine designation correction Parts availability Warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter does not turn and engage.
Associated Products (118)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169476Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662019
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: REPLACE KAFAS (CAMERA-BASED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM) CAMERA. A malfunction of the KAFAS camera can occur due to a voltage supply fault. This triggers a Check Control Message (CCM) to be displayed sporadically during the drive cycle- "Driver Assistance support restricted.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169475Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652617
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR: The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections ("ghost behavior") and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched. The audio tone is the same one that sounds when you touch the CID with your finger to make a 'touch' selection.
Associated Products (58)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169474Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652219
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNO AUDIO IS AVAILABLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS AFTER HEAD UNIT START UP: After programming vehicle no audio is available for approximately 30 seconds after head unit start-up. Fault code B7F490 "Control unit reset" is present in the RAM (Receiver Audio Module).
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169472Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651019
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE SPEED DEPENDENT NOISE DURING AUDIO PLAYBACK: Integration level updated. There is an engine speed-dependent noise heard through the speakers during audio playback. Software error in the Receiver Audio Module (RAM) control unit.
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169469Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620119
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND ONBOARD COMPUTER INTERMITTENTLY INOPERATIVE: Instrument Cluster (KOMBSP18) functions are intermittently inoperative including: On-board Computer (BC) button on turn signal stalk (BC button shown at left) Radio displays Menu button Turn signal displays Arrows on multifunction steering wheel MFL thumbwheel control.
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169468Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612315
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLow Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. A non-approved washer fluid was used that is silicone-based. Silicone-based fluids are not compatible with the contactless capacitive level sensor. Fluids that contain a silicone additive are normally colored other than blue.
Associated Products (105)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169467Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612219
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDOORS LOCKED WITH REMOTE CONTROL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. The customer states that the vehicle locks itself when the last door was closed even though the remote control/display key was inside the vehicle. Sporadic interference causes the vehicle to revert to "outside detection" of the vehicle remote control instead of "inside the vehicle detection" which is where the key was located.
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169463Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513619
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGROANING OR RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT OF TRUNK AREA. A groaning or rattling noise can be heard coming from the rear window acoustic seal area where the seal meets the trunk lid. The noise can be heard while driving on rough roads especially when the trunk space has been expanded by lowering the rear seat backrests. The affected seal runs along the bottom of the rear glass as indicated below. The trunk lid rubs against the seal and causes a noise when there is any movement.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169462Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; WHEELS; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410619
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDELIVERY STOP: CHECK BLIND PLUGS. BMW of North America LLC has issued a Delivery Stop (effective October 7 2019) on a small number of Model Year 2019 and 2020 BMW 3 Series vehicles that were produced between March 27 2019 and August 21 2019. CAUSE During assembly the blind plug in one or both rear wheel wells may have been knocked out of position when attaching the suspension to the vehicle body.
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