BMW X3 Service Bulletins (2018)
389 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172487Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110120
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B11 01 20 dated February 2020. On 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. The engine oil filter is broken. The paper is torn and the lower plastic section is stuck in the engine oil filter housing (1).
Associated Products (131)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171503Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840220
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREMOTE 3D VIEW NOT AVAILABLE: Remote 3D View cannot be launched In the BMW ConnectedDrive App. Software error in the Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
Associated Products (68)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171502Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840120
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW CONNECTEDDRIVE SERVICES ARE NOT AVAILABLE: The BMW ConnectedDrive services are not available for an extended period. This may include: Calls in the BMW Assistance app (Concierge Service) Vehicle data and status in the BMW ConnectedDrive app Remote services Remote 3D View Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) Weather News Software error in Advanced Telematics Module 2 (ATM2).
Associated Products (68)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171500Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662119
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B66 21 19 dated December 2019. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) steering wheel vibration is perceived as being not strong enough even with the strongest setting selected via the iDrive menu. Software in the vibration actuator and /or steering wheel component.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171498Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660817
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B66 08 17 dated March 2018. Sporadically when the rear view camera is activated no image appears in the display. The rear view camera can be activated by either: 1. Selecting reverse with the shift selector 2. Camera activation via the button on the center console Camera function returns after a terminal change. Note: This error situation can rarely if ever be duplicated on demand. Head-unit interface software start-up synchronization error for the rear view camera.
Associated Products (54)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171479Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111219
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following faults may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Fault code Control module Fault code text 213A2B DME Increment wheel adaption faulty This situation is not associated with any drivability complaints and only affects vehicles built with a Factory I-level of 19-07-500 and later. An unfavorable DME diagnostic calibration may cause the fault code to be stored. In most circumstances this will cause the MIL to be illuminated.
Associated Products (75)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171414Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011319
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in the rear of the vehicle while driving. The plastic mounting tabs for the rear tail light assembly housing(s) may become too brittle and crack to the point where the hold down nut(s) can no longer keep the housing(s) in place.
Associated Products (95)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170591Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLANE DEPARTURE; BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662919
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTOP VIEW CAMERA: IMAGE IS MISALIGNED. The 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. The arrow identifies the line which is shown as not parallel or straight alongside the vehicle. Side view camera loose fitment in the exterior mirror bracket causing changes to the top view image.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170590Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLANE DEPARTURE; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662119
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING) STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG: Lane Departure Warning (LDW) steering wheel vibration is perceived as being not strong enough even with the strongest setting selected via the iDrive menu. Software in the vibration actuator and /or steering wheel component.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170589Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621019
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINCORRECT CONDITION BASED SERVICE DATA FOR BRAKE FLUID SERVICE. "Brake fluid service due since 12/2001" is displayed in the instrument cluster although the vehicle is only a maximum of 1 year old. Software error in the KOMBI (Instrument Cluster).
Associated Products (63)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170588Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620919
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMAINS DARK AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE: Instrument cluster remains dark after starting the vehicle. After a restart normal functionality is restored. Software error in the KOMBI (Instrument Cluster).
Associated Products (65)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170587Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620519
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCOMPASS NO LONGER VISIBLE IN THE KOMBI AFTER PROGRAMMING: Integration level updated. Customer noticed that their compass display was deleted from the Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) after recent programming. It still appears in the CID widget display. Software error in the KOMBI.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170572Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120319
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE DOES NOT START BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Engine designation correction Parts availability Warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter does not turn and engage.
Associated Products (118)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170569Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111219
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP IS ILLUMINATED WITH A CRANKSHAFT ADAPTION FAULT: When diagnosing an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and/or a different issue the following faults may also be stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170559Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011219
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150000 MILES. A check engine light or check control message is present and one or more of the following faults may be stored for the active air flaps behind the kidney grilles.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - 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 - October 1, 2019•Document ID: 10168013Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662119
- Date Added:
- November 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLDW (LANE DEPARTURE WARNING): STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION NOT STRONG. LDW steering wheel vibration is perceived as being not strong enough, even with the strongest setting selected via the iDrive menu. Software in the vibration actuator and /or steering wheel component.
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