BMW X1 Service Bulletins (2012)
109 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151079Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B130315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySI B13 03 15 February 2016 Fuel Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13 03 15 dated March 2015 and replaces SI B13 04 13 dated March 2014. SUBJECT N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error. The current version of the ETK incorporates multiple part number errors for the Bosch type injectors. Ordering the injectors by VIN number or manual identification in ETK may result in an incorrect part number.
Associated Products (213)Associated Documents - February 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151072Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111615
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFebruary 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI B11 16 15 dated September 2015 SUBJECT N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no drivability issues can be detected. CAUSE When the vehicle is parked overnight the engine oil pressure will equalize and may leak past the turbo charger exhaust side turbine seal.
Associated Products (83)Associated Documents - February 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151068Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B070314
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015. Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports). INFORMATION Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) to find their root cause during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
Associated Products (206)Associated Documents - January 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151023Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650709
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent - A/C is Off . A very high pitched whistling or beeping noise is heard coming from the center vents. The flow of refrigerant through the expansion valve at certain temperature differentials.
Associated Products (289)Associated Documents - December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147858Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B090615
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNew programming feature: Exclusion of Infotainment Control Units from Programming. Programming with ISTA/P 3.57.4, or a more recent update, displays a new Pop-Up window providing options for systems programming.
Associated Products (63)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147777Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620315
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B62 03 15 dated April 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. While driving, a CCM (Check Control Message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interior lights will go on and off. The FRM (Footwell Module) sees an incorrect door lock status caused by voltage variations in the door locks.
Associated Products (48)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147758Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B070314
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated May 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Fault codes stored in vehicles being serviced are not being diagnosed, leading to repeat repair visits (source- Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports). INFORMATION Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) to find their root cause during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
Associated Products (142)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147247Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY; STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511915
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWater Leak in the Right Rear Luggage Compartment Area. Water leaks into the right rear luggage compartment area and can damage any control modules located there (for example Park Distance Control PDC). Various Check Control Messages may also be displayed. CAUSE Water leaks through the seal in fuel filler cover bowl area.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147241Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsWHEELS; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B270415
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryShudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive. There is a shudder or vibration from the driveline when taking off from a stop, or when accelerating at highway speeds. CAUSE Possible multiple root causes related to the engine, wheels & tires, suspension components or internal wear on the clutch plates of the xDrive transfer case.
Associated Products (176)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147235Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111615
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no drivability issues can be detected. Engine oil leakage into the induction system and/or the turbo charger assembly.
Associated Products (73)Associated Documents - August 1, 2015•Document ID: 10151404Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B270315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVibration or Shudder from Driveline when Accelerating from a Stop. Chassis stabilization warning is displayed. Vehicle may exhibit a shudder or vibration when taking off from a stop. One or more of the following fault codes may be stored: LMV ? 440101 - Transfer box (VTG): End of transmission service life reached ? 440105 - Transfer box (VTG ) Calibration Faulty ? 440115 - Transfer box (VTG): Calibration angle deviation outside tolerance? 44011B - Set torque outside of the torque characteristic curve EGS ? 420611 - DSC interface (wheel speed): non-permitted deviation of wheel speed (actual speed of wheel RL/FL/RR/FR, 0x254) from output speed and turbine speed DSC ? 48097D - Transfer box: Fault, clutch position known, only rear-wheel drive These symptoms or faults would be stored on a vehicle with low mileage (< 12,500 miles). CAUSE A front or rear differential with the incorrect gear ratio was installed in the car. The front and rear differentials need to be geared exactly the same for the xDrive to function properly.
Associated Products (142)Associated Documents - August 1, 2015•Document ID: 10151399Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
Associated Products (67)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: 10146945Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111315
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
Associated Products (67)Associated Documents - July 1, 2015•Document ID: 10146944Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111012
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 Engine: Repeated Juddering or Surging While Accelerating. The vehicle judders or surges repeatedly while accelerating in hot ambient temperatures between 3,000 RPM and 5,000 RPM. The Service Engine Soon lamp is not illuminated, and no fault codes are stored in the vehicle memory related to this complaint. CAUSE The EPDW (electropneumatic pressure convertor) for the turbocharger wastegate valve is binding internally.
Associated Products (35)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147724Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650215
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryiDrive Controller Trim Peeling. The chrome ring on the iDrive controller is peeling. Poor chrome material adhesion.
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - June 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147714Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B240215
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary8HP: Transmission Fluid Loss from Cooler Lines Connections. There is a transmission fluid leak in the area around the oil cooler lines (on the transmission side). CAUSE Damaged o-rings due to unfavorable cooling line connection tolerances
Associated Products (38)Associated Documents - May 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147136Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES:VALVE; WHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360215
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryValve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics. INFORMATION The valve stems are single-use only, and must be replaced every time the wheel electronics are replaced. If you loosen the nut (1), you must replace the valve stem. Failure to replace the valve stem will lead to a pressure leak. The proper repair procedure can be found in REP 3611533. Not applicable. [ Copyright (c)2015 BMW of North America, Inc. ] Page 1 of 3 Page 1 of 1 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/232...6/4/2015 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/232...6/4/2015 Page 1 of 3 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/232...6/4/2015
Associated Products (219)Associated Documents - May 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147123Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B070314
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDiagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits. Analysis of FASTA data and repeat repair visit reports indicates that there are many fault codes that are stored in the above vehicles, but they are not diagnosed to identify their root cause. Fault codes that are not diagnosed to find their root cause can lead to a repeat repair visit to the workshop by the customer. Where diagnosis (vehicle or short test) with ISTA has already started, it is important to diagnose the fault code(s) listed below (when they are stored in the vehicle) during the current workshop visit. This will help lead to a reduction in workshop repeat repair visits and higher customer satisfaction.
Associated Products (142)Associated Documents - April 1, 2015•Document ID: 10152316Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650815
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Google(tm) Local Search Inactive. When searching for a Point of Interest (POI) in the navigation menu, the ""Google(tm) Local Search"" option cannot be selected. The POI search option ""Google(tm)Local Search"" is not activated."
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