BMW 740Li Service Bulletins (2016)
411 manufacturer communications on file.
- 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: 10169459Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340319
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHUMMING RUMBLING NOISES AFTER OPENING THE DOOR: After waking up/unlocking and entering the vehicle a humming/rumbling noise may occur.
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168016Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B663419
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE SHUTS OFF AFTER THE REMOTE CONTROL PARKING IS COMPLETED. Customer complains that the engine shuts off after the Remote Control Parking function is completed, and the BMW Display Key is placed on the wireless charging tray. Software error in the Body Domain Controller (BDC).
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168014Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B663119
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREARVIEW CAMERA: SPORADICALLY NO IMAGE IS DISPLAYED. When reverse gear is selected or the rear view camera is activated, sporadically no image is displayed on the Central Information Display (CID). If the ignition is cycled off and back on, the function is restored. Software error between the head unit and the rear-view camera.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168012Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662017
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDISPLAY KEY IS NON-FUNCTIONAL. This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B66 20 17 dated September 2018. What's New: The display key is non-functional. Display Key cannot be charged or switched on. An incorrect vehicle model appears on the key display. Possibly defective display key.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168009Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611919
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWINDOWS WON'T OPERATE WITH DOORS OPEN, AND WHILE USING THE DIGITAL KEY/CARD. The customer complains that none of the windows will operate while any door is open. This only happens when the BMW Digital Key (Smart Phone) or Key Card are placed on the wireless charging tray in the center console.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168004Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611319
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY. In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an internal relay.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168002Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540417
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCREAKING OR RATTLING NOISE FROM SUNROOF AREA This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B54 04 17 dated May 2018. What's New: Creaking and/or rattling noise from the sunroof area, especially when driving on uneven road surfaces. This can already take place as of low speeds. Incorrect torque applied to the mounting screws during production, allowing flexing/movement around the sunroof cassette/glass unit. And/or Improperly installed (loose) threaded bushings in the roof panel.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166395Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B841319
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCONNECTEDDRIVE: BMW APPS AND SERVICES NOT AVAILABLE. The BMW ConnectedDrive Services are no longer available in the vehicle nor are the BMW Apps displayed in the vehicle. Also "Update Apps and Services" via the iDrive is not selectable (greyed out). Synchronization error between the vehicle and the BMW ConnectedDrive backend system.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166391Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651719
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHU-H3 MGU HEAD UNIT DOES NOT START CID REMAINS BLACK: If the ignition is briefly switched off and without the vehicle entering sleep mode the MGU (Media Graphics Unit) head unit does not start The CID display remains black.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166390Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651419
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHEAD UNIT NBT EVO (HU-H2) PROGRAMMING ABORT: The CID screen may light up blue. When this occurs A battery reset is not successful in restoring head unit operation Software error in the Bootloader file (BTLD) of the head unit.
Associated Products (92)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166386Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611319
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: CHECKING THE DUAL STORAGE SYSTEM AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY: In the event of an accident the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical system via an internal relay. In some cases the relay is stuck closed and a fault is set.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166385Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611219
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDELIVERY STOP: REPLACE THE GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH: The functional lighting and/or locator lighting on the Shifter selector lever (GWS) may flicker over time or intermittently not illuminate. The GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH may not have been produced to specifications.
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166374Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B841219
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBLUETOOTH: VARIOUS CONNECTIVITY CONCERNS. Various Bluetooth connectivity concerns may sporadically occur. Some known concerns are as follows: Device(s) sporadically does not reconnect to the vehicle Disconnect during a phone call New device cannot be paired to the vehicle Software in the Head unit (HU-H3).
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166373Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B720417
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED: Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passenger seat is occupied and the safety belt is not fastened when the seat is actually unoccupied.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166371Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662319
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDRIVERS ASSISTANCE SYSTEM: CHECK CONTROL MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED. The Driver Assistance System limited warning message is displayed.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents