BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Service Bulletins
601 manufacturer communications on file.
- April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174015Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPARKING BRAKE; AIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513016
- Date Added:
- April 20, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAILGATE UNINTENTIONALLY OPENS: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B51 30 16 dated March 2018. 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 be accidentally pressed thus opening the tailgate.
Associated Products (259)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174009Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; WHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340517
- Date Added:
- April 20, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTICKING NOISE WHILE CORNERING WITHOUT THE BRAKES APPLIED: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B34 05 17 dated September 2017. Ticking noise coming from front wheel while cornering without brakes applied noticeable at low speeds. The vehicle must be moving. See attached video V34 01 20 Note: For a similar noise heard when parking with the brakes applied refer to SIB 31 01 12. Microscopic movement of the contact interface between the inner brake disc and the wheel bearing flange on vehicles equipped with lightweight brake discs.
Associated Products (218)Associated Documents - April 1, 2020•Document ID: 10174005Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121318
- Date Added:
- April 20, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDME FC 21A02D - COMBUSTION CONTROL: VALVE LIFT AT IDLE This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 3) replaces SI B12 13 18 dated September 2019. The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
Associated Products (114)Associated Documents - February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172491Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B160715
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFuel Tank Non-Return Valve Faults with SES Light: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 4) replaces SI B16 07 15 dated December 2016. Check Engine Light (MIL) is illuminated and the following faults are stored in the digital motor electronics (DME): Fault code Control module Fault code text 191A94 DME Fuel tank non-return valve: clamped shut And/Or: 191A93 DME Fuel tank non-return valve: clamped open Software error.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172490Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B123314
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14 dated February 2016. The Service Engine Soon light is on. There may also be a complaint of low heat output with lower outside temperatures. CAUSE During the engine warm-up the engine coolant does not reach operating temperature within the DME's allowable time limits. This is caused by either a faulty thermostat inside the transmission oil heat exchanger or a faulty engine characteristic map thermostat.
Associated Products (81)Associated Documents - February 1, 2020•Document ID: 10172487Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110120
- Date Added:
- March 16, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE OIL FILTER INSERT IS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE - REMOVAL: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B11 01 20 dated February 2020. On rare occasions during an engine oil service the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is either difficult to remove or breaks apart in the oil filter housing. The engine oil filter is broken. The paper is torn and the lower plastic section is stuck in the engine oil filter housing (1).
Associated Products (131)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171504Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840416
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySOS MALFUNCTION DISPLAYED This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 1) replaces SI B84 04 16 dated September 2016. One or all the following may be experienced in the vehicle: An SOS malfunction is seen in the Kombi (aka instrument cluster) When pressing the E-Call/SOS button in the overhead console nothing happens Fault code B7F33C (internal ECU error) is stored in the Telematics control unit (ATM/TCB2) There are 2 known causes for this failure. They are as follows: Software file missing from the ATM/TCB2 control module Water leak at the "shark fin" roof antenna (aka roof aerial) leading to corrosion in the ATM/TCB2 control module.
Associated Products (101)Associated Documents - January 1, 2020•Document ID: 10171414Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011319
- Date Added:
- February 18, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySIDE PANEL REAR LIGHT HOUSINGS: LTD WTY EXT TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMIT: The rear light housing(s) can loosen/detach at the mounting tabs this can cause a clacking sound in the rear of the vehicle while driving. The plastic mounting tabs for the rear tail light assembly housing(s) may become too brittle and crack to the point where the hold down nut(s) can no longer keep the housing(s) in place.
Associated Products (95)Associated Documents - December 1, 2019•Document ID: 10170572Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120319
- Date Added:
- January 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryENGINE DOES NOT START BELOW FREEZING TEMPERATURES: Engine designation correction Parts availability Warranty. The engine will not start at temperatures below freezing. The starter does not turn and engage.
Associated Products (118)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169475Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652617
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNBT EVO CHANGES BETWEEN SELECTIONS BY ITSELF WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT- GHOST BEHAVIOR: The Central Information Display (CID) changes between selections ("ghost behavior") and sounds an audio tone without the CID Screen being touched. The audio tone is the same one that sounds when you touch the CID with your finger to make a 'touch' selection.
Associated Products (58)Associated Documents - November 1, 2019•Document ID: 10169468Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612315
- Date Added:
- December 16, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLow Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. A non-approved washer fluid was used that is silicone-based. Silicone-based fluids are not compatible with the contactless capacitive level sensor. Fluids that contain a silicone additive are normally colored other than blue.
Associated Products (105)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166230Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320819
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTHUMPING NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE WHILE STEERING: A "thumping" noise is heard from the front axle area during slow speed steering.
Associated Products (48)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166229Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310514
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront Suspension Ride Height Has Dropped: The front suspension ride height has dropped on one or both sides due to overload. This is caused by driving over obstacles (e.g. potholes) or an impact severe enough for the front spring strut damper to slip through the clamp of the steering knuckle.
Associated Products (75)Associated Documents - September 1, 2019•Document ID: 10166227Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B012618
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryEPS STEERING GEAR FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES: ELECTRIC MOTOR MOUNTING BOLTS - LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120000 MILEAGE.
Associated Products (29)Associated Documents - August 1, 2019•Document ID: 10165288Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512519
- Date Added:
- September 23, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryGROANING NOISE WHEN OPENING/CLOSING FRONT WINDOWS. A groaning noise can be heard from the front door(s) when opening or closing the power windows.
Associated Products (31)Associated Documents - August 1, 2019•Document ID: 10165282Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320818
- Date Added:
- September 23, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySERVICE ACTION: REWORK THE STEERING GEAR. Screws attaching the power pack to the steering gear may be broken. Broken screws result in noises during steering motions and variable steering assistance. A Check Control Message (CCM) may be displayed.
Associated Products (48)Associated Documents - August 1, 2019•Document ID: 10165280Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B180118
- Date Added:
- September 23, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDIAGNOSING NOISE FROM THE REAR EXHAUST FLAP (B58) This Service Information Bulletin (Revision #1) replaces SI B18 01 18 dated February 2018. Warranty Labor Operations changed. There is a rattling noise from the rear exhaust flap during initial start-up. The rattle could last up to sixty seconds.
Associated Products (48)Associated Documents - August 1, 2019•Document ID: 10165279Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B121318
- Date Added:
- September 23, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDME FC 21A02D - COMBUSTION CONTROL: VALVE LIFT AT IDLE This Service Information Bulletin (Revision #2) replaces SI B12 13 18 dated May 2018. Correction software level updated Procedure text changes made due to an ISTA/D test plan name change Adjusted text in the Warranty section for use with AIR and the ISTA/D test plan name change. The vehicle will run rough or hesitate when accelerating from a stationary position.
Associated Products (64)Associated Documents - August 1, 2019•Document ID: 10165266Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651519
- Date Added:
- September 23, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySECURITY IMPROVEMENTS FOR CONNECTEDDRIVE. Security patches for non-safety critical vulnerabilities in BMW head units Entry Nav Entry Media NBT and NBT EVO.
Associated Products (199)Associated Documents - August 1, 2019•Document ID: 10165263Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640613
- Date Added:
- September 23, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA/C COOLING: INTERMITTENT REDUCTION OF AIR FLOW This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 9) supersedes SI B64 06 13 dated June 2017. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time usually longer than 30 minutes. The evaporator starts to freeze up due to the position of the evaporator temperature sensor.
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