BMW 320i Service Bulletins
577 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150114Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 610211
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAdvanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics. INFORMATION Starting with the introduction of the F10 (5 Series), an advanced intelligent battery sensor has been used. This now makes it possible for the vehicle to monitor the condition of the battery in order to determine if the battery needs to be recharged or replaced, along with the remaining capacity of the battery. The analysis and testing of the battery's SoC (State of Charge) and SoH (State of Health) is now performed using ISTA (Integrated Service Technical Application) diagnosis. A separate test using a battery tester is no longer needed.
Associated Products (68)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150108Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340313
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summaryncorrect 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 in the brake pad wear model
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150102Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 170113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Replace Coolant Expansion Tank. The low coolant level warning may come on in the information display. CAUSE Insufficient contact at the electrical connector for the coolant level sensor causes an inaccurate reading of the coolant level.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150097Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 122512
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOne or more of the following situations may occur sporadically: * The vehicle does not start * The vehicle stops running * The air conditioning compressor does not turn on * Reverse lights do not work * The transmission does not shift into gear * Various chassis and engine check control messages CAUSE The ground point Z6000*4B on the engine block near the starter is loose.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150096Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121611
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN55 Engine Failsafe - FC 120308 Boost Pressure Control, Plausibility: Pressure Too Low Stored in DME Fault Memory. INFORMATION The customer complains the SES is illuminated and the engine has reduced power (engine failsafe mode).
Associated Products (134)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149453Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650413
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Real Time Traffic Information Activation. The Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) is inoperative. ??The traffic information icon is missing from the menu in the navigation map screen. CAUSE Option 6UH (RTTI) is missing from the Vehicle Order (VO).
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149447Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 610413
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"After FEM Replacement, ISTA/P Unable to Read Vehicle Order. After the FEM (Front Electronic Module) is replaced, ISTA/P states ""The vehicle order could not be read from the vehicle. Import of the vehicle order required."" The replacement FEM does not contain the vehicle-specific data, including the Vehicle Order (VO). The proper ISTA/P parts replacement procedure was not performed."
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149446Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 610211
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAdvanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics. Starting with the introduction of the F10 (5 Series), an advanced intelligent battery sensor has been used. This now makes it possible for the vehicle to monitor the condition of the battery in order to determine if the battery needs to be recharged or replaced, along with the remaining capacity of the battery. The analysis and testing of the battery's SoC (Stateof Charge) and SoH (State of Health) is now performed using ISTA (Integrated Service Technical Application) diagnosis. A separate test using a battery tester is no longer needed.
Associated Products (72)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149445Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 520213
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront Seat Headrest Height Changes. The left or right front seat headrest can no longer be lowered to its lowest position, and is at a different height than before.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149444Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 520113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Front Crash-Active Headrest Has Limited Height Adjustment. INFORMATION This bulletin will help you understand the features of the crash-active headrest and explain the benefits to your customers and center staff. 1. Learn the safety features and operation of the front seat and crash-active headrest. Photos A and B: In the event of an accident, the rear passenger must be able to move the front seatback forward, regardless of the seat position. This allows the rear passenger an easy exit from the rear seat of the vehicle, even if the electrical power source is no longer available. 2. When the seatback is manually moved, the headrest must have free movement throughout the full range of the seatback. Photos C and D: The headrest and seatback must be able to move fore and aft without contacting the roof or sun visor, regardless of seat position. The headrest height will automatically adjust to maintain this clearance, regardless of seat position. 3. In case of an accident, the crash-active headrest will be automatically activated forward to reduce the distance between the occupant's head and the headrest. This results in increased safety for the occupant. Photo E shows the headrest in the normal position. Photo F shows the headrest in the ""active"" position and will not contact the roof. Note: The headrest's chrome bar supports can be seen. "
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149442Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 513712
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Replace B-pillar Manufacturer's Certification Label. The B-pillar manufacturer's certification label data does not match the vehicle.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149437Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510413
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise from Front Windshield. When driving at varying road speeds, a wind or whistling noise may be heard coming from the windshield at the Apillars. The gap between the drip molding and the A-pillar is excessive or uneven.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149435Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510213
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNoise from the Door Mirror when Opening the Front Door. A grating noise may occur in the area of the mirror triangle when the door is opened or closed. CAUSE The door mirror triangle fitment to the mirror recessed cover
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149433Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsWHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 360113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySteering Wheel Vibration at Speeds of 42-55mph. The customer complains of vibration at speeds between 42-55 mph. Wheel/tire combination Drive flange/wheel bearing Alloy wheel to wheel hub clearance out of tolerance Tension strut hydro-mount leaking
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149427Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 111212
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 Engine: Engine Oil Filter Application. INFORMATION The current version of EPC does not provide all available options for the engine oil filters that are used in the N20 engine. The illustrations below will help identify the proper engine oil filter application until the EPC is corrected. Vehicles produced prior to 6/2012 will be equipped with a black plastic oil filter housing (1). In this case, engine oil filter kit P/N 11 42 7 634 291 should be used. Vehicles produced as of 6/2012 and later will be equipped with a silver aluminum oil filter housing (1). In this case, engine oil filter kit P/N 11 42 7 640 862 should be used.
Associated Products (41)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149315Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES; AIR BAGS; EQUIPMENT; SEAT BELTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651712
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck Control Message "Restraint System Faulty" Is Displayed. Intermittently the check control message "Front Passenger Restraint System Faulty" is displayed in the Central Information Display. The following information is read from the vehicle: 1. Key Reader Vehicle Defects Details shows DTC: 930AB3. 2. ISTA fault code "930AB3-POL: indicator lamp for passenger airbag deactivation: short-circuit to plus" The fault condition is not present. 3. ISTA check control message ID 109 CAUSE FZD (Operating Unit for Roof) software error causes the POL (Passenger Airbag Off Lamp) to intermittently malfunction.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149314Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651012
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadunit-Basic: CID is blank and "NO SIGNAL" is Displayed. Intermittently the Central Information Display (CID) is blank and "NO SIGNAL" is displayed on the CID. ??Fault Code B7F8C3 "no response from CID (HW error: loss of CID communication)" is stored in the HU-B Error in the Headunit-Basic (HU-B), also called Radio Professional or ENTRY head unit.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149313Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650313
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadunit-Basic: All CD Tracks Are Displayed as "track 0" After Restart. INFORMATION Do not replace parts and do not perform a repair attempt! Note: The issue is rectified after a different CD is inserted into the in-dash CD drive. Explain to the customer that this only happens when the vehicle is turned off with CD mode active. This Service Information will be updated as soon as a solution is available. Software solution is expected to be available with ISTA/P 2.50.1 in July 2013. New integration level: F020-13-07-501 or higher WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149312Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650213
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadunit-Basic Does Not Start Up and "BMW" Is Permanently Displayed. The Headunit-Basic (HU-B), also called Radio Professional or the ENTRY head unit, does not start up and "BMW" is permanently displayed on the CID (Central Information Display). No fault code is stored in the head unit. Hardware issue in the HU-B
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149308Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 620313
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBasic Instrument Cluster: Display Is Intermittently Inoperative. The display in the basic instrument cluster is intermittently inoperative. The following fault codes are stored in the instrument cluster: * B7F6B4 "Instrument cluster: Error in the display unit when switching off (NO SIGNAL)" and/or * B7F6AA "Display switch-off error when starting up" Software error in the instrument cluster
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