BMW 740i Service Bulletins (2020)
238 manufacturer communications on file.
- January 1, 2022•Document ID: 10208181Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620122
- Date Added:
- February 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTemporary black screen in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (62)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206693Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840917
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) The BMW display key or mobile phone becomes hot to the touch. 2) The device switches off due to over temperature (built-in device protection).
Associated Products (92)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206692Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsCOMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840621
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks. However, due to a missing parameter, this does not work and can cause disruption in BMW ConnectedDrive services in areas with insufficient network coverage.
Associated Products (95)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206690Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662419
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Associated Products (90)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206688Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652121
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
Associated Products (95)Associated Documents - December 1, 2021•Document ID: 10206686Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612219
- Date Added:
- January 24, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer states that the vehicle locks itself when the last door was closed, even though the remote control/display key was inside the vehicle.
Associated Products (51)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205616Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320420
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
Associated Products (74)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205612Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090121
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians.
Associated Products (90)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205600Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B001020
- Date Added:
- December 27, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW of North America (BMW NA) has made information available online to customers about software versions, including any changes to vehicle functionality that will result from each update.
Associated Products (93)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205095Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611621
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe "energy management" Check control message (ID code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
Associated Products (95)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205091Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540521
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe sunroof will not operate in either direction.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - November 1, 2021•Document ID: 10205070Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650919
- Date Added:
- December 20, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the navigation is no longer available, a black screen is shown in the Control Display, the system works again after a short interruption.
Associated Products (98)Associated Documents - October 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204533Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090321
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIn some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) campaigns. This SIB gives an overview how to identify these vehicles and how to proceed in case of a customer complaint.
Associated Products (90)Associated Documents - October 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204532Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090221
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWith the introduction of BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service Pack 15 vehicles may receive new functionalities or modifications in their features with a new Software Update.
Associated Products (90)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204661Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662419
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle maynot start when placing the key against the steering column.
Associated Products (86)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204659Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640821
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still. The vent outlet temperatures vary by 25 degrees Fahrenheit or more (38F to 60F +) without changing any climate control settings. In some cases the air conditioning may have stopped blowing cold air altogether.
Associated Products (74)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204658Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640721
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOnly warm air comes out of the vents despite the air conditioning being switched on. The status indicator LED on the air conditioning control panel (IHKA) lights up green.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203340Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610721
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGroaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,when turning the steering wheel.
Associated Products (169)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203333Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120821
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox charger,the selected charging current might not be displayed correctly in the instrument cluster.
Associated Products (62)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204625Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB340721
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen starting the vehicle vehicle at standstill, various yellow Check Control Messages CCMs appear. ID code 00042: Brake system. Additional notes: Avoid abrupt braking as far as possible. Drive at a moderate speed. Have it checked by your nearest Service Center. ID code 2046: Braking force assistance. Additional notes: Braking force assistance failure. Higher pedal force required for vehicle deceleration. Drive at a moderate speed. Have it checked by your nearest Service Center.
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