BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Service Bulletins (2013)
489 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147982Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652313
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadunit-High: Navigation Road Map Installation After Replacement. When replacing the HU-H, the road map database version that was in the defective HU-H must be installed in the new HU-H.
Associated Products (98)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147981Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Airbag Warning Light: ACSM FC 930A60 Seat Occupancy Detection. According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be on when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. ACSM fault code ""930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction"" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present. CAUSE The front passenger seat occupancy mat consists of a seat occupancy mat with a capacitive sensor system. This means a front passenger is detected by measuring the resistance of the human body. The fault is set when moisture is detected on the mat itself."
Associated Products (88)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147980Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640713
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Replace Blower Motor Regulator. The blower motor regulator has an internal fault; after starting the engine, there may be a delay of up to a minute before the blower motor comes on CAUSE Faulty blower motor regulator (output stage)
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147979Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640114
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise from Heating and Air Conditioner. There is an intermittent whirring noise from the IHKA system when the engine is under load between 2,000 and 3,000 rpm, and sometimes at approximately 5,000 rpm. CAUSE Vibrations from the A/C low-pressure hose are resonating into the heating and air conditioning system.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147977Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; INTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630512
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?Taillight Is Loose in the Trunk Lid. The customer may notice the taillight is either loose or protruding outward from the trunk lid. CAUSE The taillight is not attached to the trunk lid properly due to the taillight design. If a customer complains of this taillight issue, an improved part is now available.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147976Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 620613
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Condition Based Service (CBS) due date is reset to 01/2000 and cannot be updated for: * Oil Service * Check Vehicle Note: No fault code is stored Software error in the Instrument Cluster
Associated Products (88)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147974Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 540213
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?Sunroof Gets Stuck or Moves in Small Steps. During opening or closing the sunroof, one or more of the following situations may occur: 1. The sunroof becomes stuck 2. One-touch open and close no longer works 3. The sunroof moves in small steps. CAUSE Software error in the sunroof control module (FZD) Some or all of the following fault codes may be stored: 0x030212 - SHD: Activation timeout, no block recognition 0x030214 - SHD: Zero position passed, loss of calibration 0x030215 - SHD: Invalid characteristic curve, not normalized 0x030216 - SHD: 90% motor temperature threshold exceeded 0x030217 - SHD: Motor operation interrupted by overheating 0x030218 - SHD: Motor does not start due to overvoltage or undervoltage 0x030219 - SHD: Errors in the checksum coding 0x03021C - SHD: Not initialized due to invalid marginal conditions (motor driver) 0x030220 - SHD: System not normalized 0x801A02 - Coding: Control unit is not coded.
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147973Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510714
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise from Rearview Mirror. Rattling noises can be heard from the rearview mirror when driving. CAUSE The mirror electrical connector is loose in the mirror base.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147972Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510514
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Remove and Discard Water Drain Plugs from E-Box. Water leaks into the cabin due to clogged drain plugs in the E-boxes. CAUSE The drain plug slots are too small and clog.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147967Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 122513
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryReduced Engine and Air-Conditioning Performance. When driving with high outside ambient temperatures, repeated stop and go, or high load operation over longer distances, the engine performance can be reduced. The air-conditioning system blower output may also be reduced, and in some circumstances the compressor is switched off. There could be any of the following faults stored depending on the conditions present at the time. DME * Fault 1A2108: Electric fan, self-diagnosis, interval stage 1: Minor fan fault EGS (also possibly set) * Fault 421722: DME/DDE interface: Forced upshift due to thermal engine protection request IHKA (possibly set without DME or EGS faults) * Fault 801224: Air conditioning compressor: Shut-down due to excess pressure in refrigerant circuit * Fault 801228: Blower output stage: Blower output reduction due to power management The Service Engine Soon lamp (MIL) would not be illuminated in these situations. 1. A DME software error in the control of the 850W electric fan over-boost or high speed function. 2. The electric cooling fan design was not robust enough for continuous over-boost or high speed operation.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147954Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 653009
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryEnabling Code FSC/SWT - Enabling the Navigation System Map at QC1. The navigation system is inoperative unless the map is enabled during the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check. INFORMATION New vehicles come equipped with a navigation road map that must be enabled via an enable code (FSC). This process is part of the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check performed with the ISID (ISTA Diagnosis). IMPORTANT: There is no programming involved!
Associated Products (119)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147953Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652513
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * No traffic information (RTTI / ARTTI) * BMW ASSIST ""My Info"" service doesn't work. CAUSE The Electronic Subscriber Agreement (ESA) is inactive. * No active contract for ConnectedDrive features Offboard Availability (Backend) system issues * The external network was/is inoperative. * No data is sent to the vehicle."
Associated Products (208)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147950Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640713
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Replace Blower Motor Regulator. The blower motor regulator has an internal fault; after starting the engine, there may be a delay of up to a minute before the blower motor comes on CAUSE Faulty blower motor regulator (output stage)
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147949Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640613
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?SI B64 06 13 January 2014 Body EquipmentTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 06 13 dated November 2013. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow. The customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than one hour. The complaint can vary due to one or more of the following variables: * High outside ambient temperature * Too much humidity * A/C temperature and fan settings set too low for too long Note: It is very difficult to duplicate this issue due the required outdoor weather conditions and length of driving time needed. CAUSE Evaporator starts to freeze up due to the position of the evaporator temperature sensor
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147948Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 631113
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOne or Both Trunk Lid Tail Lamps Malfunction. One of the tail lamps is out in the trunk lid light cluster. This is accompanied by one of the following CCM (Check Control Messages): * Tail lamp in tailgate malfunction * Rear fog light malfunction * Reversing light malfunction CAUSE Bulb socket, rear lamp in trunk lid defective
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147945Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes, even in daylight. The automatic driving light switching on/off can be shorter or longer when it starts to get dark. CAUSE The software for the switch-on threshold is lowered to protect the xenon light source.
Associated Products (230)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147943Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630214
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFog Light Operation Changed After Programming. After the vehicle is programmed with ISTA/P 2.49.x or 2.50.x (integration level earlier than F02013-11-502), the fog lights cannot be operated when the light switch is in the parking light position. Note: The fog light operation has been changed in vehicles produced from March 2013. The fog lights cannot be operated when the light switch is in the park position. This is normal operation due to state legislative requirements that have changed; no further action is required. CAUSE Software error with ISTA/P 2.49.x and 2.50.x
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147936Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510514
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Remove Water Drain Plugs from E-Box. The water drain plugs for the left- and right-side E-box may clog. This can lead to water collection/corrosion and allow water to enter the passenger compartment. CAUSE The water drain plug slots are too small.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147932Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 320413
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySqueaking Noises when Steering Wheel Is Turned. There are squeaking noises from the steering spindle when the steering wheel is turned. The steering spindle gaiter is insufficiently lubricated.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147929Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 180213
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Exhaust Flap Actuator Is Loose. INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty Defect Code:18 12 03 39 00https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/159...2/5/2014 Page 2 of 2 Labor Operation:Labor Allowance:Refer to KSDReplacing exhaust flap actuator driveLabor operation code 18 12 081 is a Main labor operation. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 18 12 581 instead. Refer to KSD2 for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowance. Enter the Chassis Number, which consists of the last 7 digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Click on the ""Search"" button, and then enter the applicable flat rate labor operation in the FR code field."
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