BMW X3 Service Bulletins (2008)
77 manufacturer communications on file.
- April 4, 2024•Document ID: 10253326Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410722
- Date Added:
- May 3, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - January 16, 2024•Document ID: 10249437Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B510819
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
Associated Products (690)Associated Documents - January 11, 2024•Document ID: 10249027Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611305
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle âÂÂdischarged batteryâ complaints.
Associated Products (1018)Associated Documents - December 15, 2023•Document ID: 10247574Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B521823
- Date Added:
- January 3, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driverâÂÂs and/or the passengerâÂÂs front seat.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - October 18, 2023•Document ID: 10244239Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540421
- Date Added:
- November 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
Associated Products (87)Associated Documents - September 1, 2022•Document ID: 10225126Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662419
- Date Added:
- October 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column.
Associated Products (289)Associated Documents - September 1, 2022•Document ID: 10225114Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540421
- Date Added:
- October 31, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can cause wind noise or excess water entry.
Associated Products (74)Associated Documents - August 1, 2022•Document ID: 10224186Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB011219
- Date Added:
- October 17, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryComponent-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. 1. Air flap control (link) active, upper (G12, G30 and G32) 2. Air flap control (drive), active, upper 3. Air flaps, upper (assembly) 4. Air flaps, lower (assembly) For eligible MY 2017 BMW 530i (B460) vehicles that are currently registered in the State of California (CA) or a State that has fully adopted the State of California PZEV/SULEV regulation (CT, ME, MD, MA, NJ, NY, RI, and VT), the standard emission-related coverage for the Radiator Front Grille Air Vent Flaps is15 years/150,000 miles. This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.' This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) may be illuminated with faults stored related to the upper and/or lower active air flap(s). Potential causes include: Faulty upper air flap link (G12, G30, G32) Faulty upper air flap actuator (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Faulty upper flap assembly (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Faulty lower air flap assembly (G01, G02, G12, G30, G32) Software error in the DME affecting the upper flap (G01, G02 only) Or: Upon visual inspection, the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed, and they will not move and there are no faults stored for the active air flaps (With no check control message or check engine light or displaying)
Associated Products (38)Associated Documents - August 1, 2022•Document ID: 10224185Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB010921
- Date Added:
- October 17, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryComponent-Specific Limited Warranty Extension. For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Leak Diagnosis Module with hose assembly (NVLD, shown) to: 15 years/150,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. For eligible MY 2017 BMW 530i Sedan and xDrive (B460) vehicles that are currently registered in the State of California (CA) or a State that has fully adopted the State of California PZEV/SULEV regulation (CT, ME, MD, MA, NJ, NY, RI, and VT), the standard component-related coverage for the NVLD is 15 years/150,000 miles. This component-specific limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship. This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. Over time, the Leak Diagnosis Module (NVLD) (with connected hose) component material may fail, this can create a fine leak to develop in the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP). Should this occur, corresponding fault codes will be stored in the DME memory and the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) will illuminate.
Associated Products (43)Associated Documents - July 1, 2022•Document ID: 10218420Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB840622
- Date Added:
- August 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be available. In the 4G network, voice calls will be transferred via Voice over LTE (VoLTE) function. For this purpose the SIM card must perform an IMS registration in the mobile communication network. Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration. The Connected Drive voice services (Concierge Call, BMW Assistance and emergency call voice) can no longer be used regionally in the US in vehicle with telematics control units ATM-1 and TCB-4G. Voice control of the vehicle and all other telephone (paired mobile devices) functions are not affected. Emergency call location data is unaffected.
Associated Products (47)Associated Documents - July 1, 2022•Document ID: 10218413Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT; SUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB510522
- Date Added:
- August 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that were produced between March 1, 2022 and March 8, 2022 because the torsion struts may not have been installed at the plant. Do not deliver to a customer, a New, Certified Pre-Owned or Used vehicle subject to a Delivery Stop, until the vehicle is repaired. Do not use or sell replacement equipment/parts subject to a Delivery Stop.
Associated Products (27)Associated Documents - June 1, 2022•Document ID: 10218384Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB662419
- Date Added:
- August 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may not start when placing the key against the steering column. Note: Opening, closing and starting via the BMW Digital Key or the Digital Key Card are not affected.
Associated Products (195)Associated Documents - June 1, 2022•Document ID: 10218381Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB650122
- Date Added:
- August 22, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA check control message for the restraint system appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: short circuit to negative terminal.
Associated Products (27)Associated Documents - October 1, 2020•Document ID: 10182619Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B611305
- Date Added:
- November 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDischarged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle "discharged battery" complaints. In order to properly repair the vehicle the first time in the workshop, it is very important that the diagnostic test plans are performed to completion, with all results taken into consideration. Without performing the energy diagnosis test plan, the root cause of the discharged battery cannot be identified. This increases the chances of a repeat repair.
Associated Products (250)Associated Documents - September 1, 2020•Document ID: 10181214Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110208
- Date Added:
- October 19, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPower Reduction, FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The ?Service Engine Soon? (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If theignition is cycled, the engine then usually performs normally.
Associated Products (70)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10175267Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110208
- Date Added:
- May 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPower Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If the ignition is cycled the engine then usually performs normally.
Associated Products (140)Associated Documents - July 9, 2019•Document ID: 10162416Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 110208
- Date Added:
- July 9, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Power Reduction, FC 2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC 2A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Faults are Stored in DME. The ""Service Engine Soon"" (MIL) lamp is illuminated and engine power reduction is perceived. This situation can occur after driving for some time with the engine at full operating temperature. If the ignition is cycled, the engine then usually performs normally. The following faults are stored in the DME: * 2A82 VANOS intake - stiff; jammed mechanically * 2A87 VANOS exhaust - stiff; jammed mechanically * 130108 VANOS intake: control fault, position not reached * 130308 VANOS exhaust: control fault, position not reached For the N54 engine, the following secondary faults may also be stored: * 120408 Charge-air pressure control, cut-out: Boost pressure accumulation blocked * 3100 Boost-pressure control, deactivation - boost-pressure buildup prohibited CAUSE The VANOS faults can be caused by an insufficient oil pressure supply to the inlet VANOS adjustment unit. To effectively move the camshafts to the target positions in the specified time and under all engine conditions, sufficient oil pressure supply to the VANOS control pistons must always be available. If engine operation requires the VANOS system to quickly advance or retard the intake or exhaust camshaft, faults may be stored if the camshaft is ""late"", or does not reach the target position. In this situation, engine power may be reduced and a check control message is displayed. The consequential fault 3100 or 120408 can also be set in the DME fault memory as well."
Associated Products (66)Associated Documents - April 1, 2019•Document ID: 10160287Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B013118
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
Associated Products (143)Associated Documents - April 1, 2019•Document ID: 10160244Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B013118
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
Associated Products (147)Associated Documents - January 1, 2019•Document ID: 10153726Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS; AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011618
- Date Added:
- February 25, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.
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