BMW 650i Service Bulletins
451 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150111Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS; AIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 520113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 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 (8)Associated Documents - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150101Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 130712
- Date Added:
- December 3, 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 (71)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 - March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10038217Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-11-03-08
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2011
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: CRANKCASE PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS AND INFORMATION FOR ALL VEHICLES. *RM UPDATED ON 4/24/2013. *KB
Associated Products (97)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149467Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- M520113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront Seat Lumbar Support Not Working. The lumbar support does not function properly or at all for one or both front seats. CAUSE In most cases, the lumbar knob will rotate with limited or no movement of the lumbar support; this is due to a fractured or broken lumbar support.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149458Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 720113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDamage to Side Airbag Trim Mount on Front Seat. The side airbag trim mount on the left or right seat is separated (damaged). The damage occurred during a previous seat repair.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149456Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650813
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Illumination. INFORMATION Do not replace parts and do not perform a repair attempt! 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). This Service Information will be updated as soon as a solution is available for adjustment of the brightness of the illuminated loudspeakers. A software solution is expected to be available with ISTA/P 2.50.0 in July 2013.
Associated Products (40)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149455Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650713
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHiFi Audio System: Audio Intermittently Cuts Out in All Audio Modes. Intermittently, the audio cuts out in all audio modes (e.g,. AM/FM radio, Satellite radio, CD/DVD, AUX-In, etc.) Application error in the HiFi amplifier
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149452Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling.
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149450Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 620413
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHead-Up Display: M View Defaults to Standard View. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts. Since this is part of the Head-Up Display concept change, it is normal operation after programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.47.1 or higher. ??From integration level: F010-12-07-531 or higher Note: It is not possible to change the functionality of the Head-Up Display to how it performed before the software update.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149449Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 620213
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInstrument Cluster Only Displays Background Image and Gear Indicator. The display in the instrument cluster intermittently only shows the background image and the gear indicator. * No fault code is stored * All gauges function correctly Note: The issue is rectified after a sleep mode cycle (ignition off for approx. 16 minutes). Software error in the instrument cluster introduced with software I-level 12-03-500 or higher (ISTA/P 2.46.1 or higher)
Associated Products (26)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: 10149439Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 513012
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGrating/Grinding Noise from the Center Console. A grating noise can be heard coming from the left front side of the front console trim panel, where it meets the instrument panel, especially when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Insufficient gap clearance between the console trim and the instrument panel.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149309Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 621012
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHead-Up Display Is Too Dark. The Head-up Display (HUD) is too dark. Rain/light/solar/condensation sensor (RLSB) hardware error
Associated Products (59)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149304Service 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 (29)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149300Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
- 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 - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149297Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 122211
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63: Engine Malfunction Warning Due to Vapor Forming in the Fuel System. The Engine Malfunction warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp is on. This situation may occur when starting the engine at operating temperature after a "hot-soak" period. It is more likely to occur during months with cooler ambient temperatures and winter fuel is available. The following fault code is stored in the DME. 110001 - Cylinder injection cutout: pressure too low in high-pressure system And additionally in isolated cases fault: 11A002 - Fuel high-pressure system, fuel pressure: minimum pressure undershot This problem can occur if vapor forms in the fuel system due to excessive temperatures and fuel quality characteristics. Areas using winter fuel blends with high ethanol content are perhaps more susceptible in having this situation to occur.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150389Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652212
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: CIC - Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. The Car Information Computer (CIC) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the CIC internal Hard Disc Drive (HDD).
Associated Products (70)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150385Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650110
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"CCC - ""Please Insert Navigation DVD"" Appears on CID. The navigation map DVD cannot be read or detected. The message ""Please insert navigation DVD"" appears in the CID (Central Information Display). The navigation system is inoperative. This situation may also occur when upgrading to a new navigation map. The old map is recognized but the new one is not. CAUSE Faulty DVD drive; read error due to hardening of the anti-vibration gel on the read head"
Associated Products (106)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150383Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 613812
- Date Added:
- December 3, 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. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F01, F02, F04, F06, F07, F10, F12, F13 and F25 vehicles which were produced 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 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."
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