BMW 428i Service Bulletins
457 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146844Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B641216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 12 16 dated August 2016. HVAC blower is not working. Condensation occurs even though blower is working. CC message ""Increased battery discharge"" - standby current violation may be displayed. Climate control unit (IHKA) software"
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146833Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsWHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryREWORKING THE PVC SEAM SEAL ON THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL ARCH. PVC Seam Sealer on the right rear inner wheel arch may not have been properly applied. Ineffective manufacturing procedure.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146832Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPAINT ON THE B-PILLAR IS SCRATCHED/DAMAGED. Paint on B-pillar is scratched. Especially noticeable on dark colored paint. Door seal is rubbing against entry opening surfaces.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146830Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCREAKING NOISES FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL. Creaking noise is heard from door trim panel while driving on rough roads. Door trim panel is contacting the inner door panel.
Associated Products (53)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146829Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHOOD GAS-FILLED SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNT IS BROKEN. Hood gas filled shock absorber is loose or broken, the hood does not remain in the opened position. Gas filled shock absorber mounting point has broken free from the body.
Associated Products (37)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147042Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's.
Associated Products (158)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147041Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. ConnectedDrive Services not synchronized by Telematics Control Unit.
Associated Products (160)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147039Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B661816
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER MODEL F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo) F10 (5 Series) F12 (6 Series Convertible) F13 (6 Series Coupe) F15 (X5) F16 (X6) F22 (2 Series Coupe) F23 ( 2 Series Convertible) F25 (X3) F26 (X4) F30 (3 Series Sedan) F31 (3 Series Wagon) F32 (4 Series Coupe) F33 (4 Series Convertible) F34 (3 Series Gran Turismo) F36 (4 Series Gran Coupe) F48 (X1) F80 (M3 Sedan) F82 (M4 Coupe) F83 (M4 Convertible) F85 (X5 M) F86 (X6 M) G12 (7 Series) I01 (i3 Series) Vehicles with option code SA-0322 (Comfort Access) without M-Sport trim INFORMATION The smart opener (Contactless tailgate) operates as described below: Ignition key must be within 3 feet behind the vehicle, clear from any interference like a smartphone The customer must be at least an arms-length behind the vehicle Kick your foot forwards & backwards under the vehicle in one quick movement The taillights flash confirming that the trunk will open The trunk then successfully opens For more information an instructional video can be viewed which demonstrates the operation. Thanks to BMW of Tenafly for providing the video. tinyurl.com/Autotrunk1 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/358...9/3/2016 Page 2 of 2 WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. [ Copyright (c)2016 BMW of North America, Inc. ] https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/358...9/3/2016
Associated Products (122)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147035Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B641216
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING. HVAC blower is not working. Condensation occurs even though blower is working. CC message ""Increased battery discharge"" - standby current violation may be displayed. Climate control unit (IHKA) software"
Associated Products (54)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147024Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513416
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRAISING OF WIND DEFLECTOR AT A HIGH SPEED. Unintentional lifting of the wind deflector occurs at a high speed and it is perceived that it may possibly detach. CAUSE Rear seat backrest not locked. This is not visually detectable at first glance. Make the customer aware of the proper rear seat engagement.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147023Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; STRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySLOSHING NOISES/WATER IN REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. Water sloshing noises coming from the rear passenger compartment (left or right) while driving. Water ingress in the rear passenger compartment (rear seat bench / rear passenger compartment foot well / rear passenger compartment side panel) or luggage compartment. Failure of various control units installed in the area of the water removal channel. Poor water drainage due to dirt at the seal plug in the area of the fixed side glass/trim panel. Faulty clip on the water collecting channel. Dirt blocking the water drain to the side sill.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147022Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID; STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513016
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Usually after stopping, such as a traffic light etc. Vehicle key trunk/tailgate button may accidentally be pressed, thus opening the tailgate.
Associated Products (155)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147018Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise from Cargo Cover. A rattling sound may be heard from the rear cargo cover. Excessive clearance on mounting tabs.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147017Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511615
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. 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. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/248...9/3/2016 Page 2 of 2"
Associated Products (134)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147015Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"DSC ""WHEEL SPEED SENSOR"" FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC's fault codes stored from two different wheel speed sensors (both front or both rear): 4809B0 - wheel speed sensor - front left - drive off recognition faulty and 4809CD - wheel speed sensor - front right - drive off recognition faultyor 4809B9 - wheel speed sensor - rear left - drive off recognition faulty and 480686 - wheel speed sensor - rear right - drive off recognition faulty. 2. Next ignition ON (after above codes stored). a) DME fault can occur:1F054D - drive, safety function: Drive power output reduced, DSC signals implausible and b) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may light up. Faulty drive off recognition due to: a towing operation with a raised axle operation of the vehicle on the vehicle hoist operation of the vehicle on the roller test stand DSC diagnosis recognizes implausible wheel speeds, so no control is possible. DME fault is entered on safety grounds since the DSC fault still exists after a terminal change and may only be removed while driving."
Associated Products (51)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146997Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N26 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES FOR ""NON-CALIFORNIA EMISSION"" STATUTE STATES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles that are not covered under the ""State of California PZEV (SULEV) emission regulation,"" BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date 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 be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters in a phased release."
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146991Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010916
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N55 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date 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 be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters in a phased release."
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146989Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010716
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N20 LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the leak diagnosis module (NVLD) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date 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 be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters in a phased release."
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147547Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540216
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGAP VISIBLE BETWEEN UPPER A-PILLAR COWL PANEL SEAL AND CONVERTIBLE TOP SEAL.. When the Retractable Hard Top (RHT) is closed, a gap is visible between the upper A-pillar seal and the cowl panel seal. This concern does not result in water or air leaks, it is only an appearance issue. Photo at left shows gap between Apillar seal and cowl panel seal (inside view). Photo at left shows gap between Apillar seal and cowl panel seal (outside view). Design of upper A-pillar cowl panel seal to convertible top seal.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - 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.
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