BMW 840i Service Bulletins
141 manufacturer communications on file.
- 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 (25)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 (25)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 (23)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 (23)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 (21)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 (13)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 (26)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.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202474Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 62 03 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up Display (HUD).
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202471Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 61 09 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving. Drivetrain". In addition, the following information is shown on the Central Information Display (CID): "You can continue to drive. No roadside assistance necessary. To avoid subsequent damage, arrange an appointment with your Service Partner".
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10202469Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB 61 04 21
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the Check control message history service function.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201149Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662919
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID). When the vehicle is parked in a parking spot with line markings, it is clearly noticed in the CID that the lines are not parallel to the side of the vehicle. This may be noticed on either the driver side, passenger side or both.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201148Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651721
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe BMW key card cannot be activated. The activation menu in the BMW iDrive is missing.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200247Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651121
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200237Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610421
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953). Check control message can be verified by checking key reader information or performing the Check control message history service function.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - June 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200228Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110120
- Date Added:
- August 9, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOn rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200488Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840220
- Date Added:
- August 23, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200486Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840120
- Date Added:
- August 23, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200484Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662419
- Date Added:
- August 23, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREMOTE CONTROL IS NOT DETECTED: Vehicle 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 (21)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200482Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650721
- Date Added:
- August 23, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHU-H3 MGU RESETS DUE TO BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH SAMSUNG ANDROID 11 : The head unit resets when using various apps (e.g., YouTube, Spotify, etc) on the connected mobile phone. This affects Samsung mobile phones (e.g., Galaxy S20 / S21) with the Android 11 operating system.
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