BMW 540i Service Bulletins
494 manufacturer communications on file.
- June 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146719Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840214
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84 02 14 dated July 2014 What's New: Model - Removed models which no longer support BMW Assist functionality and added new models. Procedure - Add step requesting print out of ConnectedDrive Service Cockpit page Information - Add SI for ConnectedDrive Service Cockpit; updated the hyperlinks and email address for CD support team; deleted scenario for old CDMA unit which are no longer supported. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist. This Service Information bulletin will assist you both in identifying the issue and providing technical support. CAUSE Not enough information is available for BMW NA engineers to assist the technician in diagnosing the root cause.
Associated Products (253)Associated Documents - June 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146716Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620817
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINSTRUMENT CLUSTER CANNOT BE PROGRAMMED. When programming the vehicle the instrument cluster fails to program. Missing software for instrument cluster.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - June 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146715Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612817
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"SME FAULT CODE 21F04B. One or several of the following check control messages (CCM) may be displayed: ""Engine fault! Power loss"" (CCM-ID: 29) ""Powertrain malfunction!"" (CCM-ID: 633) ""Hybrid system malfunctioning!"" (CCM-ID: 585) Note: The fault code 21F04B stated below may also be entered without any of the above mentioned CC messages being displayed A timing problem between the SME and the cell supervision circuit (CSC)."
Associated Products (38)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10149264Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660417
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLOCKING FUNCTION INOPERATIVE FROM THE HANDLE, ON VEHICLES WITH COMFORT ACCESS. Touching a door handle does not activate locking/closing function after exit from vehicle via Comfort Access. All door handles are affected when vehicle is wet or after rain. Keyless entry is possible via the remote control key Moisture penetration between locking sensor and handle support.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10149259Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620717
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK & DOES NOT START UP. The instrument cluster display remains dark when the vehicle is started. Software in the instrument cluster incorrectly initiates the protection mode causing the cluster display to remain dark.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10149258Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612717
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"In-stock, new vehicle instrument cluster displays the red CCM ""Replace Battery"". ? Improper handling of the vehicle/storage maintenance of the battery charge. ? Defective battery Note: The red CCM comes on when the state of charge of the battery drops to 30%. At this point the battery is heavily discharged and needs to be replaced."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10149252Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612117
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHAZARD WARNING SWITCH FLICKERS AFTER ENGINE START. Hazard warning switch flickers after engine start. Faulty communication between hazard warning switch and Body Domain Controller (BDC).
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10149244Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512517
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: REMOVE XDRIVE NAME PLATE FROM TRUNK LID. The xDrive name plate on the left side of the trunk was incorrectly installed at the factory and needs to be removed. The xDrive name plate on the left side of the trunk was incorrectly installed at the factory and needs to be removed.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10149234Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B170217
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"CHECK CONTROL (CC) MESSAGE:""COOLANT LEVEL TOO LOW!"" IS DISPLAYED. CC message: ""Coolant level too low!"" appears in the display. The cooling system wasn't efficiently bled during the factory fill."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10136745Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840214
- Date Added:
- May 14, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
Associated Products (242)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146658Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840311
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"?Telematics Device Spares Replacement Part Activation via DCSnet for BMW Assist What's New: ? Model: All models added along with 6AC option code ? Situation: All information added ? Information: Deleted CDMA related information and added activation of Wi-Fi control unit ? Procedure: Added "Note" regarding ConnectedDrive support hotline information . A replacement telematics control unit must only be activated for vehicles with an active BMW Assist subscription. Note: 2G CDMA and 2G GSM telematics control units cannot be activated because they are no longer supported and the supporting network(s) have been decommissioned. INFORMATION The following changes have taken place: All Telematics control unit replacements must be activated by Part managers via the DCSnet application. New steps included in the procedure for activating Telematics control unit replacements for vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi Hotspot (6WD)."
Associated Products (244)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146656Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620617
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINSTRUMENT CLUSTER RESETS. Instrument cluster sporadically flickers and/or fails. Instrument cluster performs spontaneous reset. Instrument cluster software.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146651Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612217
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDIAGNOSTIC COMMUNICATION WITH FLEXRAY CONTROL MODULES NOT POSSIBLE. There are no customer complaints associated with this issue. The following control modules do not respond when diagnosing the vehicle with ISTA: Advanced Crash and Safety Management (ACSM) Digital Motor Electronics (DME) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Electric Active Roll Stabilization, Rear (EARSH) Electric Active Roll Stabilization, Front EARSV) Electrical Machine Electronics (EME) Electromechanical Power Steering (EPS) Integral Active Steering (HSR) Optional Equipment System (SAS) Vertical Dynamics Platform (VDP) Transfer Box (VTG) CAUSE Body Domain Controller (BDC) diagnostic communication error.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146649Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611817
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"SME FAULT CODE 21F02A. Upon starting the vehicle, the following CC message is displayed to the customer: "Powertrain malfunction!" (CCM-ID: 633) In addition, one or several of the following CC message(s) may be displayed: "Charging not possible" (CCM-ID: 804), "Hybrid system malfunctioning!" (CCM-ID: 585), "Drive. No restart" (CCM-ID: 586) or "Engine fault! Power loss" (CCM-ID: 29). Possible hardware defect of the safety box."
Associated Products (35)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146639Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511517
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHOOD DOES NOT RELEASE PROPERLY. Hood lever is pulled twice but the hood only achieves the pre-latch position on one side while the other is still latched. Downward pressure on the side of the hood that remains latched will release it to the pre-latch position. After pre-latch position is achieved on both sides, the hood unlatch lever must be pulled again to achieve unlatched position. Hood latch mechanical release is not operating properly. Neither hood latch can be released to the fully open position until both have achieved the pre-latch position.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146638Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511317
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWIND NOISE FROM REAR SIDE WINDOW. At highway speed, wind noise is heard from either rear side window. CAUSE Gap between the window guide and the window guide bar. Replace the window guide after verification of cause.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146635Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340417
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"?DSC WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AFTER TRANSPORT MODE DEACTIVATION. After vehicle start-up from transport mode, the DSC warning lamp flashes. CC message "driving stabilization restricted" is displayed in the CID. The following faults are entered in the fault memory: 0x482394 EPS control unit: Initialization fault steering angle, loss of multi-turn value. 0x48078B DSC control unit: Initialization fault EPS, adjustment required. The order of transport mode deactivation and steering angle sensor initialization reversed. While in transport mode, the steering angle sensor loses calibration on every terminal change. During the QCI service, transport mode deactivation is supposed to occur prior to steering angle sensor initialization. When this is reversed, calibration is lost."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146634Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340317
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL FAILURE. Instrument cluster indicates Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) failure. You cannot establish communication with the DSC control unit. Associated control units (DME, ACSM) register DSC-related communication time-outs. After battery reset, DSC operates normally and has no faults registered. Software in the DSC control module.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10146628Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B112216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?"ENGINE OIL PRESSURE" ON LOW MILEAGE CARS. Check Control Message (CCM-212) states: "Engine Oil Pressure. Stop Carefully" The following codes may be stored in the DME fault memory" 1C2002 - Engine oil pump, pressure too low 1FB801 - CCM (ID212) - Oil pressure Also, the vehicle's mileage is very low (below 60 miles), the fault frequency shows only "one" occurrence; faults are not currently present and cannot be reproduced. CAUSE Unfavorable DME software application."
Associated Products (45)Associated Documents - April 1, 2017•Document ID: 10138393Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B341017
- Date Added:
- May 21, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLOW-SPEED BRAKE SQUEAL: Vehicle brakes produce a squealing noise when applied at low speed.
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