BMW 528i Service Bulletins
504 manufacturer communications on file.
- July 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150033Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121412
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. A rattling noise can be heard from the engine compartment; the engine exhibits a loss of power; and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. One, or more of the following faults may be stored. E70, E71, E82, E88, E90, E92 and E93: 2D5A - VANOS, intake: control fault, camshaft sticking 2D5B - VANOS, intake: control fault, position not reached 2D54 - VANOS, exhaust, cold start: not controllable 2D55 - VANOS, intake, cold start: not controllable 2D60 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, camshaft sticking 2D61 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, position not reached 2D9F - Camshaft input sensor: signal implausible 2DA1 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal implausible 300C - Camshaft input sensor: signal high 300D - Camshaft input sensor: signal low 300E - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal high 300F - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal low F07, F10, F12, F13 and F25: 130104 - VANOS, intake: control fault, camshaft sticking 130108 - VANOS, intake: control fault, position not reached 130304 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, camshaft sticking 130308 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, position not reached 130E11 - Camshaft input sensor: signal implausible 130F11 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal implausible 164020 - Camshaft input sensor: signal high 164021 - Camshaft input sensor: signal low 164030 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal high 164031 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal low CAUSE One, or both (intake and/or exhaust) of the VANOS gear assemblies have failed; the attaching bolts may have also loosened and/or broken.
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150076Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 620613
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCondition Based Service Due Date Is Reset to 01/2000. The 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 (70)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150070Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 320113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 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 sleeve's plastic bearing is insufficiently lubricated or not lubricated at all.
Associated Products (40)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150069Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 270213
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryKnocking Noise from Driveline During Low-speed Turning. A cracking or knocking noise is heard from the driveline on sharp turns at low driving speeds (<15 mph). CAUSE Software calibration error in the transfer case control unit (Longitudinal Torque Module or LMV)
Associated Products (40)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150068Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121712
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then reaccelerating. This can occur when the transmission remains in a high gear due to a delay in the transmission downshifting. This situation can be more noticeable while driving on roads with slight turns or with an increasing gradient. Unfavorable EGS and DME software
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150065Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 010212
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"BMW NA has agreed to extend the emissions warranties of the turbocharger's wastegate to: ??8 years or 82,000 miles, whichever occurs first, as determined from the vehicle's original in-service date select the ""Vehicle Comment"" button to display the extended coverage information. The terms of the original New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty and applicable emissions warranty still apply. BMW NA will not provide warranty coverage to any Settlement Class Member's vehicle containing modifications or alterations to the turbocharger or its wastegates (software, hardware or otherwise), or evidencing other conditions not normally covered under the original New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty or applicable emissions warranty. Modifications excluded from warranty coverage include any aftermarket parts that affect the turbocharger system, or if there are other conditions that would normally exclude it from warranty coverage."
Associated Products (92)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10052612Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-12-13-13
- Date Added:
- August 21, 2013
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: ENGINE, DUE TO AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AND ENGINE IS COLD, FAILS TO TURN OVER ON FIRST ATTEMPT, BUT AND WILL TURN OVER AT SECOND OR THIRD ATTEMPTS. MODEL 2010-2012 F10. *PE
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149618Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 840613
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryiPhone Charging Status Constantly Switches On and Off. Do not replace any other parts! Advise the customer that he/she must use one of the following: * The original Apple iPhone/iPOD USB cable that came with the device * A BMW supplied iPhone/iPOD USB adapter cable PARTS INFORMATION Part Number
Associated Products (72)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149617Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 840513
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTCB: Emergency Call Is Erroneously Triggered. An emergency call is erroneously made with no input from the driver. The following fault codes are stored in the TCB: * 0xB7F325 - Emergency call loud speaker: break in circuit * 0xB7F319 - Emergency call button: short circuit * 0xB7F326 - Emergency call loud speaker: short circuit to earth * 0xB7F33E - Automatic emergency call triggered frequently CAUSE TCB control unit error
Associated Products (51)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149614Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 660313
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryParking Assistant Inoperative After Programming. The parking assistant system does not function correctly. One or more of the following scenarios may occur: * Unable to activate the parking assistant via the iDrive * When activated, the vehicle does not locate a parking spot * Does not assist with parking the vehicle CAUSE Software error in ISTA/P 2.49.0 programming data
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149610Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640413
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRattling/Grinding Noises from Center Console. When the heating and air conditioning system is first turned on, a grinding noise may be heard from the right side of the front center console. CAUSE The bushing of the blending flap for the rear seat outlet lacks sufficient grease.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- 613812
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). After programming/coding the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.1 or earlier, the Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded. This causes the anti-theft alarm system panic button on the remote control to not function. In order to determine whether a specific vehicle has had this Service Action completed or is affected by this Service Action, first check the B-pillar label for code number 637. If code number 637 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 637 has not been punched out, it will be necessary to utilize the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action. Important Note: A campaign can be reserved in ISPA Light as ""Pending"" prior to submission of a claim. If you find this campaign reserved, please verify the reason before attempting to perform this repair."
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149605Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 610913
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBattery Replacements. A failed battery in the vehicle is being replaced with a battery of a different size and type, which can lead to additional labor to retrofit the differently sized battery. CAUSE In the past, the 110 AH Lead acid battery was not available. The 90/92 AH AGM battery was installed as an alternative replacement; this required retrofitting.
Associated Products (42)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149599Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510913
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"The Door Springs into Pre-Locking Position. When the customer closes the door, it may seem that the door has closed completely. However, it is only in the pre-locking position, not the fully locked position. A check control message indicates that the door is open. 3.Close the front door and pull the outer door handle to the ""trigger point"" when the door first pops open. Measure the distance from the edge of the inside of the outer door handle to the metal door skin, as shown. The ""trigger"" distance should be between 24 mm-27 mm. Note: A scale or tape measure is physically too large to accurately make this measurement. A sliding caliper must be used for accuracy. Note: The door will not completely open when either in the pre-locking or the fully locked position CAUSE * Door adjustment (closing effort too high) * Incorrect routing of the Bowden cable (outside and inside door handle). Heavy accumulation of dirt and grime in the door lock."
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149597Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340612
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDSC Warning Light is On. The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated. There may also be a warning in the control display for 'Chassis Control System failure' One or more of the following fault codes are stored: F25, F30 DSC * D36D44 - Signal error longitudinal torque distribution (LMV) * 48097D - Transfer Case clutch position open F01, F02, F07, F10, F12 and F13 LMV: * 440108 - Control Unit internal error * 44010F - Control Unit internal error E70, E71 and E84 LMV: * 5219 - Control Unit: EEPROM Writing-reading-error * 522D - Control Unit: internal Error CAUSE Software calibration error in the LMV
Associated Products (44)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149596Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340213
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIncorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake Pads. The calculated remaining service life for the brake pads (front and/or rear axle) from the CBS data does not match the actual brake pad thickness. The customer notices implausible remaining distances (too high or too low) on the front and/or the rear axle brake system. Software calculation of the brake pad wear model
Associated Products (59)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149593Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 270212
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated. There may also be a warning in the control display for ""Chassis Control System failure."" One or more of the following fault codes are stored: DSC: * D36D44 - Signal error longitudinal torque distribution (LMV) * 48097D - Transfer Case clutch position open F01, F02, F07, F10, F12 and F13 LMV: * 440108 - Control Unit internal error * 44010F - Control Unit internal error E70, E71 and E84 LMV: * 5219 - Control Unit: EEPROM Writing-reading-error * 522D - Control Unit: internal Error CAUSE Software calibration error in the LMV"
Associated Products (39)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149592Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 240313
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN52T/N55 with 8HP45: Delay in Engine Response. When slowing down to lower suburban road speeds and then accelerating, a delay in engine response may be experienced. This situation may be more noticeable when driving in a bend in the road or on roads with a rising gradient. Unfavorable EGS and DME software calibration
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149590Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 130712
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63 and S63 Engine: High-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * During a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * During a hot start, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. ??While driving or idling, the engine will misfire and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * Various misfire faults are stored in DME fault memory. CAUSE An internal failure of the high-pressure fuel injector can lead to incorrect operation.
Associated Products (69)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149589Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 130409
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N54 Engine: Diagnosis of Cold Start Rough Running with Misfire Faults. The customer may complain that during the cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. Various misfire fault codes (e.g., 29CC, 29D2, 29D1, 29D0, 29C0, 29CF) may be stored in the DME control module. The engine rough running complaint can be reproduced on a cold start in the workshop. During the course of diagnosis, the spark plugs, removed from the misfiring cylinders after the problem was reproduced, are found to be soaked (""wet"") with fuel, while the injector tips are covered with a layer of carbon deposit. Possible cause: high-pressure injector failure (leakage or incorrect spraying pattern) due to internal wear or unfavorable stock of tolerances IMPORTANT: For comprehensive N54 drivability diagnostics, always refer to the ""N54 Engine Diagnostic Fault Tree"" file (the current version ""02_14_13"" is found as a PDF attachment to SI B12 55 06)."
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