BMW 640i Service Bulletins
597 manufacturer communications on file.
- September 1, 2013•Document ID: 10152343Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 110413
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"The customer complains that the ""low engine oil"" message is displayed too frequently. CAUSE The cause is related to, but not limited to, one or more of the following components and systems shown below: * Turbocharger * Crankcase ventilation * Engine gasket leaks * Internal engine tolerances and sealing * Improper filling or topping up Use the troubleshooting procedure below to help identify the cause."
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - August 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150235Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651913
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHU-H: SDARS Radio Stations Cannot Be Stored in PRESET Menu. The SIRIUS/XM satellite radio (SDARS) stations cannot be stored in the PRESET menu. * No fault code related to this issue is stored in the HU-H. * AM/FM radio stations are not affected; they can be stored correctly. Software error in the SDARS control unit integrated in the Headunit-High (HU-H)
Associated Products (59)Associated Documents - August 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150233Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650813
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary? Bang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Illumination. One or more of the following situations may occur concerning the illumination of the Bang & Olufsen sound system loudspeakers: * Illumination is insufficient (not bright enough) * Illumination is not available on all loudspeakers * Brightness cannot be adjusted Loudspeaker illumination settings are dependent on the model: * Different brightness characteristics * Not all loudspeakers are illuminated INFORMATION Explain to the customer that loudspeaker illumination can vary from model to model. For an overview of the illuminated loudspeakers, refer to the attachment. IMPORTANT: The current version of the Owner's Manual for 5 Series vehicles is incorrect. On 5 Series vehicles (F07 and F10), only the main loudspeaker (moving part) in the dashboard and the two loudspeakers in the mirror triangles in the front doors are illuminated. The Owner's Manuals for 5 Series vehicles will be corrected with start of production of the MY2014 vehicles (July 2013).
Associated Products (40)Associated Documents - August 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150231Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630513
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"FRM3 Will Not Communicate with ISTA. When diagnosing the vehicle with ISTA, the FRM3 (Footwell Module) is shown as not responding in the vehicle test. The customer may report one or more of the following malfunctions: 1. Light operation * CCM (Check Control Message) ""Display failure"" * Lighting INOP * Turn signal lights INOP * Break lights INOP * License plate light INOP * Courtesy lights INOP * Instrument cluster w/o light 2. Windows * One or both front windows INOP 3. LIN components https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/15625.1.B630513... 8/29/2013 Page 2 of 2 * CCM ""no blind spot detection"" if equipped * Power mirrors INOP * Seat adjustment INOP 4. Hardware inputs * Door locks INOP * Gear shifts automatically to P * Gear shift lever cannot be moved out of P 5. Electrical steering column adjustment * ELSV (Electric Steering Column Adjustment) INOP CAUSE Various causes include the following: * Blown fuse * Faulty wiring * Faulty component"
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - August 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150219Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 310112
- Date Added:
- December 3, 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 (71)Associated Documents - August 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150217Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 120613
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Service Engine Soon Lamp On with Post Oxygen Sensor Faults Stored. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on and the following faults are stored in the DME fault code memory. BN2000 (E-Series) vehicles: * 2D22: Oxygen sensor downstream of catalytic converter, electric: open circuit BN2020 (F-Series) vehicles: * 12AB04: Oxygen sensor downstream of catalytic converter, electric: open circuit * 12AC04: Oxygen sensor downstream of catalytic converter 2, electric: open circuit These faults may occur sporadically after a long MSA engine stop. Unfavorable DME software diagnostics (fault is erroneous) This software error affects vehicles produced from 3/2013 to 6/2013, as well as older vehicles which have been programmed during service work to a current integration level of Xxxx-13-03-5xx.
Associated Products (50)Associated Documents - July 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150032Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 120412
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN55: Idle Fluctuates Briefly After a Cold Engine Start. Under certain engine cold starts, the engine idle may fluctuate during the first 10-20 seconds of operation before becoming stable. No faults will be stored in this situation, which will usually only occur at specific engine temperatures, making it difficult to reproduce in the workshop. Unfavorable DME software calibration
Associated Products (20)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: 10150075Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 611313
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). The Car Access System (CAS) was incorrectly coded with ISTA/P 2.49.2 or earlier, causing the anti-theft alarm system panic button on the remote control to stop functioning. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F12 vehicles which were produced from August 2010 to June 2012. 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 648. If code number 648 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 648 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 (8)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150073Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 511113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRattling Noise from Windshield Defroster Vents. Rattling noises can be heard from the instrument panel where the defroster vents are located.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - June 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150072Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510813
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWater Leaking into Trunk. Water leaks into the trunk on the left or right side. CAUSE The trunk lid hinge bracket fastener is not sealed to the body properly.
Associated Products (8)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 - 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: 10149608Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- 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: 10149602Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 520413
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront Seat Has Side-to-Side Play and Can Make Noises When Cornering. 4.Remove the front seat outer cover panel by pulling the trim forward from the retaining clips. The front seat (driver or/and passenger) has play to the left and right, and can make noises when cornering. CAUSE The front seat base cushion shell is deformed at the cross tube of the tilt adjustment.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149600Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 511013
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCenter Console Makes Clicking Noises. The driver's or passenger's side of the center console may make a creaking noise when lateral force is applied, such as pressure from a leg or knee. CAUSE The center console side panel securing clips are rubbing against each other and/or on the center console support.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - May 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149598Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510813
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWater Leaking into Trunk. Water leaks into the trunk on the left or right side. CAUSE The trunk lid hinge bracket fastener is not sealed to the body properly.
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