BMW X5 Service Bulletins
1,651 manufacturer communications on file.
- August 1, 2015•Document ID: 10058973Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 01 15 15
- Date Added:
- January 6, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLIMITED WARRANTY HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO CERTAIN VEHICLES FOR 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. WHICH EVER COMES FIRST. *MA
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147211Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651015
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNAV Road Map Installation Using USB Stick. INFORMATION The Navigation road map can be installed onto the head unit in the vehicle using a USB stick connected to the USB connector in the center console in the vehicle. ? 32GB USB stick is necessary ? Desired NAV road map version can be retrieved from the HDD-Update console PROCEDURE 1. Copy the desired NAV road map from the HDD-Update console onto a 32GB USB stick. Refer to Attachment. 3. When prompted, enter the 20-digit enabling code. 4. Start the NAV road map installation and follow the on-screen instructions. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. ATTACHMENTS View PDF attachment B651015_Attachment.
Associated Products (132)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147206Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611515
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCAS Module Fails Programming with CoAPI Error 2082. During vehicle programming, the CAS (Car Access System) module fails to program with CoAPI error 2082 displayed. Refer to the attachment, which lists the affected CAS serial numbers. The following part numbers are affected: 61 35 9 287 534 61 35 9 226 238 61 35 9 227 053 61 35 9 287 535
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147205Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611115
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRear Seat Heater Inoperative. The front passenger and both rear seat heaters do not work. The following fault codes are stored in the BDC (Body Doman Controller): D90C18 - LIN master I: Short circuit D90C1A - LIN master I: Communication faulty CAUSE One of the rear seat heater modules has an internal fault, which interrupts LIN bus communication.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147202Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511615
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed. Vehicles at ports of entry will be remedied prior to dealer delivery. On affected vehicles, there is an incorrect label regarding the appropriate engine oil. Affected vehicles can be identified with a ""Vehicle Comment"" in the DCS Warranty Vehicle Inquiry or ISPA Light. Remove the engine oil label (located in the front or rear of the hood)."
Associated Products (143)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147200Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY; WHEELS:HUB; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340814
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTicking Noise from Front Axle When Cornering. The customer may complain of a ticking noise from the front axle when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space. The noise can be heard as a light metallic ticking from the front outer cornering wheel. Movement between the brake disc and wheel bearing hub.
Associated Products (42)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147195Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; STEERING:COLUMN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320115
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise When Adjusting the Steering Column Up or Down. Creaking noise when raising or lowering the steering column position CAUSE Steering column adjustment
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147192Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B130215
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"?SI B13 02 15July 2015 Fuel SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 02 15 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Service Action: N63 Replace High-Pressure Fuel Pumps. The high-pressure pump may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduced engine output. This Service Action involves F01, F02, F04, F07, F10, F12, F13, E70, E71, and E72 vehicles with the N63 engine produced from January 1, 2011 to December 1, 2011. Vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as ""Open"" when checked either in the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or with the Key Reader. CAUSE The high-pressure pump quantity control valve may fail."
Associated Products (96)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147190Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B122315
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Reduced Engine Power with ""Charging Pressure Too High"" Faults Stored. When accelerating under certain conditions, the engine power may be reduced and a Check Control Message (CCM) ""Drive Faulty; Drive at moderate speed"" is displayed. The following charging pressure control fault is stored in the DME: ? Fault 120208: Exhaust camshaft sensor, signal: not plausible As a result, the engine power is reduced, and the following faults may also be set: ? Fault 120408: Charging pressure control: Switch-off, pressure build-up blocked ? Fault 120908: Charging pressure control2: Switch-off, pressure build-up blocked CAUSE DME software error"
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147189Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B122114
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryEngine Malfunction Warning Illuminated with FC 193208: Fuel Level Plausibility Stored in DME. The customer states that the engine malfunction warning lamp is illuminated, and while filling the fuel tank, the fuel gauge did not show the proper fill level. After the vehicle is driven a short distance, the fuel gauge will update to full. When diagnosed, the following fault is stored in the DME: ? FC 193208 Fuel level, plausibility: deviation between consumption and level change Please proceed to the Procedure section. Vehicles with option 610 (Head-Up Display) are not affected. Please follow the ISTA/D test plan for the applicable faults stored in the DME, including the one listed in this bulletin. CAUSE A software error in the instrument cluster causes the fuel gauge to incorrectly update while refilling. The error occurs when the vehicle is powered up after refilling.
Associated Products (74)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147188Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121015
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63: CBS Oil Service Conversion in ISTA/P. The CBS oil service conversion (8KL) performed for the N63 Customer Car Package and timing chain check (SI B11 16 14) did not work correctly for the above models with previous versions of ISTA/P. After the conversion, the forecast interval did not change to the desired 10,000 miles/12 months, or the forecast is displayed as an invalid value, for example: 25,000 miles/24 months. 1. Incorrect DME coding or calibration data 2. The ISTA CBS correction test plan contains an error when attempting to correct an invalid oil service prognosis value.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10146935Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010515
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"In-Tank Fuel Delivery Module (Pump): Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation. INFORMATION On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the ? In-tank fuel delivery module (pump) to 10 years without mileage limitation as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. Item #1: This ""component-specific"" limited warranty extension applies to This bulletin is notice of a ""limited warranty extension."" This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the BMW vehicle is currently experiencing this problem. Customer Notification Letter - VIN and Component-specific Warranty Extension Even though this is NOT a Recall, BMW NA will begin sending VIN-specific customer notification letters the week of July 13, 2015 in a ""phased"" release. A sample letter is attached. ELIGIBLE BMW VEHICLES To assist you in identifying the eligible vehicles, the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry will be updated with the ""Vehicle Comment"" shown below: BMW NA has extended the limited warranty for the in-tank fuel delivery module (pump) on this vehicle to 10 years without mileage limitation as determined from the original in-service date, subject to the applicable vehicle and coverage eligibility requirements, exclusions and limitations that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. Please see SI B01 05 15. Note: Always check the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry ""Vehicle Comments"" and the ""Repair History (Claims)"" sections first, before performing any repairs."
Associated Products (16)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10059005Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 13 02 15
- Date Added:
- January 11, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE FAILURE WARNING AND REDUCED ENGINE OUTPUT WILL OCCUR DUE TO HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP FAILURE. *MA
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10059004Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 12 23 15
- Date Added:
- January 11, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCHECK CONTROL MESSAGE (CCM) "DRIVE FAULTY; DRIVE AT MODERATE SPEED" WILL DISPLAY AND ENGINE POWER MAY GO DOWN WHEN ACCELERATING UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS DUE TO DME SOFTWARE ERROR. *MA
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10058994Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-01-05-15
- Date Added:
- January 9, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: TSB CONTAINS AN OWNER'S NOTIFICATION LETTER. SELECT DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING THE EXTENSION OF LIMITED WARRANTY ON THE IN TANK FUEL (PUMP) DELIVERY MODULE OF 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMITATION, DEPENDING ON IN SERVICE DATE. INCLUDED DOCUMENT. *PE
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147724Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650215
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryiDrive Controller Trim Peeling. The chrome ring on the iDrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion.
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147722Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B613014
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure. INFORMATION This bulletin outlines a customer satisfaction measure that has been designed exclusively for the BMW vehicles listed above. It involves the replacement of the 12-volt battery as a preventive maintenance measure. This 12-volt battery replacement measure is: ? Effective for repairs dated on or after January 1, 2015. ? Applicable to vehicles that are still covered by the BMW Maintenance Program. This program is valid for 4 years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first. ? The calculation is based on the current date of repair. It is ""applicable"" when the 12-volt battery was not replaced within the last 12 months. You can then perform the battery replacement as outlined below. Please check the warranty claim history for the specific vehicle in the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry to confirm the battery was not already replaced within the previous 12 months."
Associated Products (89)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147716Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES; WHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360115
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
Associated Products (43)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147715Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310112
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryClicking Noise from Front Axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). CAUSE Movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle)
Associated Products (79)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147712Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B130615
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Reprogram the DDE. The DDE calibration for readiness monitoring may be incorrect.
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