BMW X3 Service Bulletins (2015)
305 manufacturer communications on file.
- July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147531Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120916
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 - The Service Engine Soon Light is On with DME Fault 118602 Stored. The Service Engine Soon light is on (MIL) with only the following oxygen sensor fault stored. 118602 - Oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, fine mixture control: exhaust gas after catalytic converter too lean CAUSE An actual engine related problem and/or DME software diagnostic.
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151375Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621016
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). NOTE: Parts replacement or programming the vehicle will not recitify the situation!
Associated Products (168)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151354Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111316
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelivery Stop to replace cylinder head F25 (X3).
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151353Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110716
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDiesel Engine: Intake Manifold Damaged. The Service Engine Soon light is on. There may also be: Complaints of lack of engine performance An exhaust smell coming from the engine area. The following fault codes may be stored in the DDE: 24CE00 - Hot film air mass meter: Ratio of measured to calculated air mass too high 27F000 - Charge air hose monitoring in idle: Charge air hose fallen down 290900 - Air system, air to EGR air mass flow plausibility: Measured air mass compared to calculated air mass too high 290A00 - Air system, air to EGR air mass flow plausibility: measured air mass compared to calculated air mass too high and high charging pressure control deviation 1. Excessive thermal load from the EGR system on the intake components 2. An excessive or unmetered air leak in the intake/charge air system
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151335Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840314
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware.
Associated Products (264)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151333Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; EQUIPMENT; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660916
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"""Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault code is stored in the KAFAS (Camera-based Driver Assistance System): 0X800AC4 - Camera calibration failed The KAFAS camera is not properly mounted and secured to the mounting bracket on the windshield; And/ or: The mounting bracket glued to the windshield is not installed correctly. The pictures below show both incorrect and correct installation. This picture shows the KAFAS camera installed in the bracket. Notice the spacing highlighted by the ""green lines"""
Associated Products (126)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151331Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651216
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIntegrated Navigation Voice Not Loud Enough. Integrated Navigation voice guidance is not loud enough to be heard over loud music. Software error in the CHAMP2 Head Unit.
Associated Products (34)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151325Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620816
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIncomplete AdBlue Check Control Message (CCM) on the Central Information Display. An incorrectly displayed AdBlue (Diesel Exhaust Fluid refill range) CCM is shown on the Central Information Display. Improper instrument cluster software
Associated Products (29)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151315Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES; VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511216
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPassenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change. INFORMATION The automatically dimming exterior mirror function on the passenger's side has been deleted from the Option Code 430 as noted above. The automatic dimming function will continue to be operational on the driver's side mirror and rear view mirror.
Associated Products (73)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151274Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840715
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically. After engine start-up, a CCM (Check Control Message) for SOS malfunction is displayed in the Kombi and in the CID (Central Information Display). One or more of the fault codes below may be stored in the TCB or Combox control unit: 0xB7F32B - GSM Antenna: Open Circuit 0xB7F31F - GSM Antenna: Short to ground 0xB7F31E - GSM Antenna: Open Circuit A signal error is identified during the aerial self-test performed by the TCB (Telematic Control Box or the Combox).
Associated Products (127)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151273Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660816
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryComfort Access Sporadically Malfunctions. Any or all doors, including rear tailgate, cannot be opened from the outside door handle via CA (Comfort Access). Faults in CA for aerial short(s). Faults for door handle(s). Rapid opening and close (system overheating). No faults in the system and malfunction is sporadic or in a certain area; the situation is caused by interference to the signal.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151253Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120916
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 - The Service Engine Soon Light is On with DME Fault 118602 Stored. The Service Engine Soon light is on (MIL) with only the following oxygen sensor fault stored. 118602 - Oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, fine mixture control: exhaust gas after catalytic converter too lean CAUSE An actual engine related problem and/or DME software diagnostic
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151249Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111615
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no drivability issues can be detected. CAUSE When the vehicle is parked overnight the engine oil pressure will equalize and may leak past the turbo charger exhaust side turbine seal.
Associated Products (83)Associated Documents - March 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151200Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651316
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"NBT-EVO Head Unit Cannot Be Swapped Between Vehicles for Testing. If an NBT-EVO head unit is swapped into a different vehicle it will enter a locked mode once it recognizes a different VIN. This will require REPLACEMENT of the head unit to restore operation. To prevent easy re-use of stolen Head units additional features are introduced with 11/15 ISTA/P software to bring NBT-EVO to a higher security level. In NBT-EVO the mechanism is called ""Trusted VIN"""
Associated Products (79)Associated Documents - March 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151197Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650716
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception. Poor Satellite Radio reception CAUSE After this software update there is a slight improvement in Satellite Radio reception for these vehicles when receiving their signal from XM Satellites. This is due to the changeover from Sirius Satellite broadcasting to XM Satellite broadcasting in 2016 (See SI B65 19 15).
Associated Products (158)Associated Documents - March 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151196Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650616
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNBT Head Unit Aborts Import of CD. While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head unit the process aborts. You will see 'import error' on the radio display when this occurs. NBT Head Unit software
Associated Products (159)Associated Documents - March 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151190Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640316
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Air Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction. Highlights of R-1234yf Meets SAE J2888_201301 ""This SAE Standard covers fittings, couplers, and hoses intended for connecting service hoses from mobile air- conditioning Systems to service equipment such as charging, recovery and recycling equipment"" New tools and equipment are required. To service vehicles equipped with R-1234yf refer to SI B04 02 16. Air conditioning technician certification is required to work on system. Refer to your State Law. Unique low and high side fittings. Revised evaporator core as per SAE J2842. System will use about 5% more refrigerant than a comparable R134a system. System oil is a specific PAG oil. Refer to ISTA repair recommendation. Do not interchange components between systems using other refrigerants. Do not reuse Seals / O-ring material from another system. The system piping has internal heat exchangers (IHX or IWT) as introduced in the G12 (7 series). SAFETY INFORMATION Several precautions need to be observed when working on automotive air conditioning systems: Always wear eye protection and gloves while handling refrigerant or servicing air conditioning system. Avoid breathing R1234yf lubricant vapor or mist. Use only approved service equipment to discharge A/C systems. If refrigerant or compressor oil contacts the skin or eyes, large quantities of cool water should be used to flush the affected area. Never heat a refrigerant container with an open flame. Keep all refrigerant away from open flames. Under no circumstances should R1234yf service equipment or vehicle A/C systems be pressure tested or leak tested with air/R1234yf mixtures. NOTE: The use of compressed air (shop air) for leak detection in an R1234yf system can contaminate the system and/or refrigerant with moisture. Leak detection equipment that meets the SAE J2791 standard will work with R1234yf Never use fittings for an R12 or R134a system on an R1234yf system. Any difficulty in connecting service equipm
Associated Products (117)Associated Documents - March 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151187Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612115
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Instrument Cluster Displays Various Check Control Messages. The instrument cluster displays various check control messages. Signal invalid. The wiring harness below the micro filter housing (right front area of the bulkhead) is damaged from washer fluid leaking into the harness.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - February 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151119Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840314
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySI B84 03 14 February 2016 Communication Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B84 03 14 dated October 2014. SUBJECT Bluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures CAUSE Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware CORRECTOPM None available at this time. We are currently working with the device manufacturer on a solution.
Associated Products (267)Associated Documents - February 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151118Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660116
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySUBJECT TRSVC Control Unit Cannot Be Programmed. During ISTA/P session, ISTA/P requests that the TRSVC (Top Rear Side View Camera) control unit be replaced because ISTA/P cannot program it. Software error in the TRSVC control unit
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