BMW i8 Service Bulletins
245 manufacturer communications on file.
- November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147833Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650915
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The HU-H (Headunit-High) resets intermittently or permanently. ? The display is inoperative and there is no audio output ? Automatic system start-up after a couple of seconds CAUSE Software error in the HU-H
Associated Products (132)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147815Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B123815
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVarious Software Fixes and Improvements. A number of undesirable conditions exist in these vehicles. This bulletin addresses the following customer complaints, system faults and improvements: ? Broken motor mount potential - (i3, SI B22 01 15) ? Low Cost Charging complaints - (i3) ? Vehicle will not charge at a power level below 600 watts - (i8) ? EME FC - 2228B8 (i8) ? EME FC - 2228BF (i3 & i8, SI B12 28 15) ? EME FC - 222011 (i3 & i8, SI B12 30 15) ? Clicking noise from Level 2 charger during charging (i3, SI B61 02 15) ? Addition of Hospitality Charging Feature (vehicles up to 3/15) - When the vehicle is locked and charging, the charge port will unlock when the vehicle is fully charged (i3) ? Various fault codes that will set a check engine light (CEL): EME- CF948C (SI B12 12 15), 22223D, 222AF4/6/8, 2228B8, 222321 (SI B12 22 15), RDME- 106002, 109009, 128002 (SI B12 34 15), EDME - 21E96F, SME - 21F0D3 (SI B12 11 15), IHKA - 801375 (SI B12 27 15) Various software errors.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147813Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B123515
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Shift Delay or Loss of Power in ""MAX eDrive"" Mode. In rare cases, when driving in ""MAX eDrive"" mode (LED on eDRIVE button lit up) and the highvoltage battery SOC is 100%, the following vehicle behavior may occur: ? A shift delay of up to 2 seconds when rolling slowly forward (for example at a traffic light). ? During acceleration, from speeds below 3 mph, there is a loss of power (about 2 seconds) shortly after reaching the 3 mph threshold. Note: There is no display of Check Control messages or corresponding fault codes. CAUSE Electrical Machine Electronics (EME) software."
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147811Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B123015
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"EME Fault Code: 222011. ? It is not possible to engage any drive position and/or the display on the gear selector switch (GWS) returns back to ""P"" and ""P"" begins to flash. ? Check Control Messages (CCM): 170 ""Drivetrain fault!"" and/or 633 ""Drivetrain fault!"" is displayed in the instrument cluster. ? Fault code 222011 ""Electrical machine, rotor position sensor, signal: Rotor position sensor adjustment not yet performed"" is stored in the Electrical Machine Electronics (EME). CAUSE EME software."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147810Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B122815
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"EME Fault Code: 2228BF. Check control message (CCM) 170 ""Drivetrain fault"" is displayed in the instrument cluster and fault code 2228BF ""EME: internal fault (drive position monitoring)"" is stored in the Electrical Machine Electronics (EME). This could also be accompanied by EME fault code 222852 ""Gear position actuator, monitoring parking lock position: P incorrectly engaged"". CAUSE EME software."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147809Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B122715
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Service Engine Soon (MIL) - IHKA FC 801375. The Service Engine Soon light (MIL) is currently or intermittently illuminated in the instrument cluster and fault code 801375 ""Electric auxiliary heater (high voltage) is stored: Temporary fault detected after software reset ""is stored in the Automatic Climate Control (IHKA). CAUSE IHKA software or Electric Heater (EH)."
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147780Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620815
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInstrument Cluster intermittently inoperative. Intermittently the Instrument Cluster (Kombi) numerical displays are shown as just a line/dash.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147771Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
- 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 - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147766Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B220315
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySqueaking Noises from Rear of Vehicle. Squeaking noises coming from the rear area may be heard in the vehicle interior when driving over rough or uneven road surfaces Friction between the engine mount and its contact surface with the rear axle.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147765Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B160815
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summaryi8 - Insufficient Fuel Tank Refilling Recognition. After vehicle runs out of fuel (fuel tank completely empty), refilling by a small volume of gasoline (less than 1.5 gallon) is not sufficient to start the combustion engine. The DME does not recognize small increments of refueling. CAUSE DME software error.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147258Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612015
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Check Control Messages for the 12 Volt Battery are Displayed. Sporadically, one or more of the following Check Control Messages may be displayed. The vehicle starts without problems and after a key cycle, the messages are gone. ID 229 - ""Charge Battery"" ID 304 - ""Change Battery"" ID 415 - ""Discharge Battery while stationary"" ID 460 - ""Replace Battery"" ID 461 - ""Battery state of charge... %"" Additionally, one or more of the following fault codes may be stored: DME - 213901 ""Power management: reduction or switching off of individual electrical consumers"" BDC - 8040C7 ""IBS: The recharging limit has been reached"" CAUSE Software error in the IBS (Intelligent Battery Sensor)."
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147257Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; STEERING:COLUMN; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611915
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGrating or Scraping Noise When Turning Steering Wheel. There is a grating or scraping noise when the steering wheel is turned. The noise comes from the steering column switch cluster (SZL), coil spring or steering wheel. CAUSE When the steering wheel is turned, the connection between the steering wheel and the steering column switch cluster causes torsional stress, which creates a noise in the coil spring cassette.
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147248Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512015
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWindow Regulator Noise when Opening or Closing Side Window. A loud cracking noise from the front door power window regulator occurs when opening or closing the right side or left side window. CAUSE Faulty power window regulator
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147245Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511715
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Check Control Message ""Fuel tank system faulty"" is displayed. The Check Control Message ""Fuel tank system faulty"" is displayed in the instrument cluster. One or more of the following fault codes are stored: ""806010 - Refueling button: button jammed open"" ""21B022 - Information for refueling button, function: jammed open (reported by TFE)"" CAUSE The locking rod for the locking fuel filler flap is disconnected from the central locking system."
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147243Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360115
- Date Added:
- November 5, 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 (49)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: 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: 10147201Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:REAR; WHEELS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360315
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInterference Noise from Wheel Assembly. The customer may complain about: ? A ticking noise from the front axle, and/or ? A chirping noise from the rear axle The noise is noticeable while driving at slow speeds next to concrete road barriers, or in tunnels with the windows open. CAUSE Wheel interface with the brake disc
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147196Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING:COLUMN; STEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320215
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCrackling Noises from Area Around Steering Column. There are crackling noises from the area around the steering column when steering into bends or maneuvering
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147194Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B220215
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryKnocking Noise from Right Rear Area of the Vehicle. A knocking noise can be heard from the right rear area of the vehicle when driving on uneven road surfaces. Replace the right hand engine mount.
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