BMW 528i Service Bulletins
504 manufacturer communications on file.
- October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146906Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: OTHER; SERVICE BRAKES; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B662116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryKAFAS CAMERA-BASED ASSISTANCE SYSTEM LIMITS. INFORMATION The situations described above may all be caused by known limitations of the system such as: Dirty windshield Incomplete calibration process Unsuccessful calibration Restricted visibility- weather conditions or parked vehicles Missing lamps on target vehicle Non-standard vehicle exterior surfaces Insufficient ambient lighting Abrupt motion of target vehicle.
Associated Products (58)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146904Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryUSB CABLE: BATTERY DISCHARGE/AUDIO FAILURE/RADIO RECEPTION. No sound from the radio, telephone, gong signal and or PDC. Poor radio reception and failure of the telematics systems. Possible Check Control system message: o Battery discharge when engine off. o Caution, no acoustic warning signals. Non BMW approved (third-party supplier) USB cable plugged into the USB port.
Associated Products (165)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146903Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652416
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"NBT NAVIGATION DOES NOT ROUTE ON TOLL ROADS. NBT Navigation does not provide routes that include certain toll roads. CAUSE Roads that have toll lanes ""without a cash option"" where not utilized for routing in NBT map data versions: NEXT 2015-1 NEXT 2015-2 NEXT 2016-1 As an enhancement, the NEXT 2017-1 map release now provides information about toll lanes ""without cash option"". UPDATE Install new map data."
Associated Products (148)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146902Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near maximum) is reduced when Auto Start-Stop (MSA) stop occurs and is not restored upon automatic engine restart. This is normal system behavior - serves to protect the head unit, battery drain and avoidance of incremental leaps in the loudness. The loudness is reduced to 2/3 of maximum and is not restored. Note: Air conditioning output is also reduced upon MSA stop and is not restored for similar reasons.
Associated Products (154)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146892Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCBS BRAKE PAD CALCULATION AND CORRECTION. When a vehicle comes into the workshop for any repair or maintenance job, the bundling calculator recommends a brake maintenance checkup. No brake warning light is illuminated. CBS shows 3,107 miles or slightly higher for the next brake service displayed via Key Reader, or vehicle's Control Display (in Vehicle Info/Status/Service required/Brake pads) CAUSE CBS calculates the remaining brake pad wear based on brake pressure, speed, vehicle specific parameters (i.e. NAO pads), brake temperature as well as cumulative brake application time. Due to variation of these parameters and outside environmental influences, this calculation can deviate from the real brake pad wear. Starting from the above-mentioned production dates of the vehicles indicated, the CBS brake pad wear calculation has been changed, and is now based only on the brake pad wear sensor. Important Note: To avoid a too-slow wear prediction, the CBS brake model will estimate the need for repairs, in some cases, rather early. Calculation will level at 3,107 miles and stay at this value until the CBS brake pad wear sensor is triggered. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/36...11/8/2016 Page 2 of 2 After the sensor is triggered, the CBS mileage will count down indicating to the customer that the brake repairs will be due.
Associated Products (148)Associated Documents - October 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146877Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N20 ENGINE OIL FEED LINE TO THE TURBOCHARGER: LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. When starting a cold engine, a ""plume of blue smoke"" can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. There is no engine malfunction light illuminated (no"" turbocharger boost faults are stored) and no drivability issues are detected. When the vehicle is parked overnight the engine oil pressure will equalize, this may cause engine oil to leak past the turbocharger ""exhaust side"" turbine seal."
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146845Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B661616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBUZZING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM STEERING WHEEL. While driving at highway speeds, on older (worn) road surfaces, a buzzing noise is heard coming from the steering wheel. The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) vibration system
Associated Products (47)Associated Documents - September 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146821Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310112
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 31 01 12 dated June 2015. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). CAUSE Movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle)
Associated Products (109)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147042Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840616
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's.
Associated Products (158)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147041Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840516
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. The ConnectedDrive Services are non-functional after a hardware exchange of the telematics control unit. This is not indicated by CC-message. ConnectedDrive Services not synchronized by Telematics Control Unit.
Associated Products (160)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147039Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B661816
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER. INFORMATION ON THE OPERATION OF THE SMART OPENER MODEL F07 (5 Series Gran Turismo) F10 (5 Series) F12 (6 Series Convertible) F13 (6 Series Coupe) F15 (X5) F16 (X6) F22 (2 Series Coupe) F23 ( 2 Series Convertible) F25 (X3) F26 (X4) F30 (3 Series Sedan) F31 (3 Series Wagon) F32 (4 Series Coupe) F33 (4 Series Convertible) F34 (3 Series Gran Turismo) F36 (4 Series Gran Coupe) F48 (X1) F80 (M3 Sedan) F82 (M4 Coupe) F83 (M4 Convertible) F85 (X5 M) F86 (X6 M) G12 (7 Series) I01 (i3 Series) Vehicles with option code SA-0322 (Comfort Access) without M-Sport trim INFORMATION The smart opener (Contactless tailgate) operates as described below: Ignition key must be within 3 feet behind the vehicle, clear from any interference like a smartphone The customer must be at least an arms-length behind the vehicle Kick your foot forwards & backwards under the vehicle in one quick movement The taillights flash confirming that the trunk will open The trunk then successfully opens For more information an instructional video can be viewed which demonstrates the operation. Thanks to BMW of Tenafly for providing the video. tinyurl.com/Autotrunk1 https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/358...9/3/2016 Page 2 of 2 WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. [ Copyright (c)2016 BMW of North America, Inc. ] https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/358...9/3/2016
Associated Products (122)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147037Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; LANE DEPARTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B661316
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryErroneous Blind Spot Warnings. Orange triangle warning indicator, on exterior mirror, sporadically appears when there is no vehicle in warning zone. Control unit software error.
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147022Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID; STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513016
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS. Trunk/tailgate may open when vehicle is locked. Trunk/tailgate may open while the vehicle is in motion. Usually after stopping, such as a traffic light etc. Vehicle key trunk/tailgate button may accidentally be pressed, thus opening the tailgate.
Associated Products (155)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147019Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512116
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWIND NOISE FROM KIDNEY GRILL. Wind noises/whistling noises from the front end of the vehicle or from the area of the front windshield. CAUSE Air passing through the gap between the front kidney grill and the body on LCI vehicles only. Install foam strips between kidney grills and body
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147017Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511615
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label. 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. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/248...9/3/2016 Page 2 of 2"
Associated Products (134)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146990Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010816
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N20 PRESSURE SWITCH - LEAK DIAGNOSIS MODULE (NVLD): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. INFORMATION For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the pressure switch, leak diagnosis module (NVLD) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date Note: This bulletin is notice of a ""limited warranty extension."" This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the BMW vehicle is currently experiencing this problem. Customer Notification Letter - VIN and Component-specific Warranty Extension Even though this is NOT a Recall, BMW NA will be sending VIN-specific customer notification letters in a phased release."
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - August 1, 2016•Document ID: 10146988Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010515
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"IN-TANK FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (PUMP): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMITATION. INFORMATION On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (""BMW NA"") is extending the limited warranty for the In-tank fuel delivery module (pump) to 10 years without mileage limitation as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date. This bulletin is notice of a ""limited warranty extension."" This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action. There is no immediate repair required unless the BMW vehicle is currently experiencing this problem. Customer Notification Letter - VIN and Component-specific Warranty Extension Even though this is NOT a Recall, BMW NA sent VIN-specific customer notification letters the week of July 13, 2015 in a ""phased"" release. A sample letter is attached."
Associated Products (16)Associated Documents - July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147540Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B330416
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelivery Stop: Replace Rear Differential.
Associated Products (55)Associated Documents - July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147531Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120916
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 - The Service Engine Soon Light is On with DME Fault 118602 Stored. The Service Engine Soon light is on (MIL) with only the following oxygen sensor fault stored. 118602 - Oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, fine mixture control: exhaust gas after catalytic converter too lean CAUSE An actual engine related problem and/or DME software diagnostic.
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - July 1, 2016•Document ID: 10147530Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111216
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: N63T ENGINE - CHECK AND REPLACE THE CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSES. The crankcase ventilation hoses may become brittle and break when they come in contact with hot engine components. One or more of the crankcase ventilation hoses are not FPM rubber material. The FPM rubber material is engine heat resistant. Or The plastic coggurated hoses are not fitted with the self-locking spacers. The self-locking spacers maintain an air gap between the hoses and the hot engine components.
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