BMW 535i Service Bulletins
503 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147966Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121412
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. INFORMATION Part NumberDescriptionQuantity 11 36 7 583 207Adjustment unit inlet camshaft (VANOS)1 11 36 7 583 208Adjustment unit outlet camshaft (VANOS)1 Refer to ETK for additional bolts and gaskets. WARRANTY INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Car/SAV Limited Warranty or the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program. Specific eligible repairs may also be covered by the terms of the Federal, State or BMW Emissions Warranty. To determine if any applicable Federal, State or BMW Emissions Warranty coverage applies prior to performing repairs, please see SI B01 02 11 for ""Emissions Warranty Coverage"" and refer to the ""Glossary of Emission Coverage"" attachment for more information. The BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty applies to BMW CPO vehicles that are still within the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty, but beyond Emissions Warranty coverage that applies. Labor operation code 00 00 006 is a Main labor operation. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead. Refer to KSD2 for the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowance. Enter the Chassis Number, which consists of the last 7 digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Click on the ""Search"" button, and then enter the applicable flat rate labor operation in the FR code field. Other Repairs As outlined in the Procedure section, if other eligible and covered consequential work is required, claim this work under the defect code listed above with the applicable labor operations listed in KSD2."
Associated Products (28)Associated Documents - February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10053326Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-12-14-12
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2013
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: DIFFERENT FAULT CODES STORED FOR THE N51, N52K, N52T, AND N55 ENGINES IN THE DME RELATED TO VANOS AND CAMSHAFT POSITION. *KB UPDATED 11/1/13. *PE UPDATED 05/05/2014 *JS
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147955Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 840913
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMy BMW Remote iPhone App No Longer Controls Headlight or Horn. After programming the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.49.x or higher, the headlight and the horn can no longer be controlled using the My BMW Remote App from an iPhone. I-Level F001-13-03-501 or F010-13-03-501 and higher Note: The lock and unlock function via the App works as designed. CAUSE A software error in the central gateway (ZGW) control unit
Associated Products (37)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147954Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 653009
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryEnabling Code FSC/SWT - Enabling the Navigation System Map at QC1. The navigation system is inoperative unless the map is enabled during the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check. INFORMATION New vehicles come equipped with a navigation road map that must be enabled via an enable code (FSC). This process is part of the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check performed with the ISID (ISTA Diagnosis). IMPORTANT: There is no programming involved!
Associated Products (119)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147953Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652513
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * No traffic information (RTTI / ARTTI) * BMW ASSIST ""My Info"" service doesn't work. CAUSE The Electronic Subscriber Agreement (ESA) is inactive. * No active contract for ConnectedDrive features Offboard Availability (Backend) system issues * The external network was/is inoperative. * No data is sent to the vehicle."
Associated Products (208)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147952Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652413
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadunit-High: INITIAL Enabling Code Is Not Accepted Via I-Drive. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts. NOTE: First time activation of the navigation system should always be performed during the Quality Certification 1 (QC1) Pre-Delivery Check, with the vehicle connected to the diagnosis system ISTA. Refer to SI B65 30 09. Connect the vehicle to the diagnosis system ISTA and activate the navigation system. The code is entered when running the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check test module. Refer to SI B09 04 09. IMPORTANT: No programming is required. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable since the first time activation of the navigation system is part of the QC1 process and cannot be claimed separately.
Associated Products (90)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147946Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630514
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Adaptive Headlight Malfunction in Cold Weather. * In very cold weather conditions (32ºF or below) with the light switch in the automatic position, the CCM (Check Control Message) ""Adaptive headlight malfunction"" is displayed. * When the CC message is displayed, all the lights continue to function. * When switching the headlights to high beam and the headlight unit is cold, the mechanism inside the headlight is too stiff to move. CAUSE Software error in TMS 3 (Headlight driver module AHL xenon light)"
Associated Products (38)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147945Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes, even in daylight. The automatic driving light switching on/off can be shorter or longer when it starts to get dark. CAUSE The software for the switch-on threshold is lowered to protect the xenon light source.
Associated Products (230)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147941Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 612906
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryELV Does Not Release. Cause 1: The steering column is held against the steering lock because of torque from the steering gear. In such cases, a yellow check control warning (CC ID# 187) is shown in the instrument cluster, but no faults are stored. Cause 2: Communication fault in the CAS (Car Access System) and ELV system network and/or battery low. The problem may cause the ELV warning to be displayed in yellow or red.
Associated Products (81)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147706Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121513
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?N20 and N26 Engine: Various VANOS System Faults Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon lamp and Engine Malfunction warning are illuminated, and the vehicle has reduced power output. This situation can occur as a customer complaint, or after performing repairs to the engine valve train assembly. One or more of the following faults is stored in the DME. F10, F25, F30, F31 and F34: 131401 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Non-adjustable 131501 VANOS, intake, starting from cold: Non-adjustable 131808 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Position not reached 131908 VANOS, intake, starting from cold: Position not reached 130104 VANOS, intake, control fault, camshaft jammed 130304 VANOS, exhaust, control fault, camshaft jammed 130308 VANOS, exhaust, control fault, position not reached 130108 VANOS, intake, control fault, position not reached E84 and E89: 2D54 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Non-adjustable 2D55 VANOS, intake, starting from cold: Non-adjustable 2D56 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Position not reached 2D57 VANOS, intake, starting from cold: Position not reached 2D60 VANOS, exhaust, control fault, camshaft jammed 2D5A VANOS, intake, control fault, camshaft jammed 2D5B VANOS, intake, control fault, position not reached 2D61 VANOS, exhaust, control fault, position not reached If one of the applicable faults listed above is not stored in the DME fault memory then continue troubleshooting with the applicable test plan for the fault(s) stored. CAUSE This is due to a diagnostic programming error in the DME.
Associated Products (54)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150185Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651813
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTouchpad Integrated in the iDrive Controller Is Intermittently Inoperative. Intermittently the Touchpad integrated in the iDrive controller is inoperative. * No entries can be made using the Touchpad * Fault code is stored in the touch-box control unit Software error in the touch-box control unit (TBX)
Associated Products (38)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150183Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630713
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDaytime Running Light Does Not Switch ON. The DRL (Daytime Running Light) is off and cannot be switched on after importing the personal profile from another vehicle. The CID (Central Information Display) display shows that it is active. CAUSE Software error when importing the personal profile from a vehicle which has a different head unit
Associated Products (41)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150181Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 612213
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"""Increased battery discharge!"" CC Message upon Startup. CAUSE A software error in the Intelligent Battery Sensor causes an incorrect State of Charge (SoC) to be stored in the DME. The power management system then interprets this as a heavily discharged battery and informs the customer via a CC message. In reality, the battery does not have a problem."
Associated Products (58)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150174Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 515510
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySI B51 55 10 November 2013 Body EquipmentTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 55 10 dated December 2010. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Rear Window Release Button Leaks Water.
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150171Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 511613
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBang & Olufsen Sound System: Loudspeaker Cover Rattles. The top center loudspeaker cover rattles when driving on rough roads. CAUSE Poor loudspeaker cover fitment to the speaker assembly
Associated Products (55)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150166Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340213
- Date Added:
- December 3, 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 (52)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150161Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121713
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN55: Engine Difficult to Start at Cold Ambient Temperatures. The complaint may include any of the following symptoms: * The engine stalls immediately after a cold start before driving away * The engine may run roughly or misfire after a cold start * The engine does not start cold or may take several attempts * To assist starting when cold, the accelerator may need to be depressed slightly and the idle speed raised for a few seconds so the engine does not stall This can occur most frequently at outside ambient temperatures between -15°C and + 15°C. It is possible that the Service Engine Soon (MIL) lamp is on with misfire fault(s) stored, but it is equally possible that there will be no faults stored in the DME. Unfavorable DME software Cold start or idling problems may arise due to poor fuel quality. The use of summer fuel during cold outside temperatures may also lead to such problems.
Associated Products (83)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150159Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 120113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMN16 Engine: FC 2D9B Knock Sensor, Signal Is Stored in the DME. Certain areas of the US experience extremely cold climate conditions during the winter months, which can cause the Service Engine Soon lamp to illuminate while the engine temperature is increasing to full operating temperature. The following fault may be stored in the DME: ??FC 2D9B Knock Sensor, Signal CAUSE Unfavorable DME knock sensor diagnostic at outside ambient temperatures below -5° C
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInstallation of a new CIS (capacitive sensing passenger occupancy mat) will not enable with ISTA/P. Wrong coding in the spare part from the supplier
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - October 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150263Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640113
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"IHKA Operating Panel Buttons Are Peeling. INFORMATION As noted in ETK: In case of surface damage to buttons, use the button cap repair kit. Use and claim the part number for the ""Repair kit for button caps"" when performing this repair. Replace ALL the buttons with those included in the kit. Note: Please do not use and claim the part number for the "Repair kit, radio and A/C panel." To ensure the button cap kit with the correct symbols and labels is installed, perform a part number lookup in ETK by VIN. Labor operation code 64 11 326 is a Main labor operation. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 64 11 769 instead."
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