BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Service Bulletins (2012)
250 manufacturer communications on file.
- October 20, 2024•Document ID: 11009424Warranty Program/ExtensionPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011224
- Date Added:
- October 28, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Electrical Machine Electronics (EME)Modules limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 10years/120,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date
Associated Products (7)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 - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239605Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsWHEELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340914
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following DSC fault codes for the wheel speed sensors are stored: 480712 and/or 480715 and/or 480718 and/or 48071B They cannot be cleared, even though the wheel speed sensors work correctly and no problem can be found with the wiring harness.
Associated Products (51)Associated Documents - May 1, 2023•Document ID: 10238090Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651523
- Date Added:
- June 26, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAfter programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes repeatedly fails.
Associated Products (262)Associated Documents - December 1, 2022•Document ID: 10230717Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010919
- Date Added:
- January 30, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFor the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the vehicle's Fuel Injectors to 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
Associated Products (96)Associated Documents - December 1, 2022•Document ID: 10230716Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010122
- Date Added:
- January 30, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWith the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Isley, et al. v. Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft and BMW of North America, LLC.
Associated Products (99)Associated Documents - October 1, 2022•Document ID: 10227568Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS; BACK OVER PREVENTION; SEATS:BARRIERS; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; LANE DEPARTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650414
- Date Added:
- December 12, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAccording to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle arrives in the workshop. 1. ACSM fault code "930A60 - Seat occupancy detection, front passenger; malfunction" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present. Or 2. ACSM fault code "930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault(moisture)" is stored. The fault may or may not currently be present.
Associated Products (214)Associated Documents - May 1, 2022•Document ID: 10215746Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB011918
- Date Added:
- July 18, 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 Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) Sensor(s) to: 10 years/120,000 miles as determined by the vehicle original in-service date.
Associated Products (96)Associated Documents - May 1, 2022•Document ID: 10214990Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB651312
- Date Added:
- July 5, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America EVO. The Headunit High 4 (HU-H4, also called MGU21) superseded the MGU starting with certain MY2021 vehicles with option code 6U3 Live Cockpit Professional. This uses map North America JOY. The ENTRY Media/Navigation (HU-B) is the low line business version of the navigation system and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America ROUTE. The ENTRY NAV EVO (HU-B2) replaced Entry Media/Navigation as the low-line business version and was introduced in certain MY2018 vehicles. This uses map North America WAY.
Associated Products (325)Associated Documents - March 1, 2022•Document ID: 10211851Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111614
- Date Added:
- May 16, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be completed in conjunction with SI B11 06 14, "N63 Customer Care Package." The N63CCP and N63 Engine Check the Timing Chain are NOT mandatory Technical Campaigns or Recalls. They should be completed only based on parts availability, workshop capacity, and the customer's schedule.
Associated Products (104)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10204660Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651312
- Date Added:
- December 13, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain MY2013 vehicles with option 609 (as of 7/2012 production). This uses map North America NEXT. The Headunit High 2 (HU-H2), also called NBT-EVO, superseded the NBT HU and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America EVO. The Headunit High 3 (HU-H3, also called MGU) superseded the NBT-EVO starting with certain MY2019 vehicles with option code 6U3 Live Cockpit Professional or 6U2 Live Cockpit Plus. This uses map North America LIVE. The ENTRY Media/Navigation (HU-B) is the low line business version of the navigation system and was introduced in 3/2014. This uses map North America ROUTE. The ENTRY NAV EVO (HU-B2) replaced Entry Media/Navigation as the low-line business version and was introduced in certain MY2018 vehicles. This uses map North America WAY.
Associated Products (108)Associated Documents - September 1, 2021•Document ID: 10203336Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B341019
- Date Added:
- November 8, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the highest possible brake performance, customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials. In the same conversation, inform the customer that his/her braking performance can help ensure that the noises do not occur or disappear quickly.
Associated Products (92)Associated Documents - July 1, 2021•Document ID: 10201141Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B341019
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic (optional) brakes are high-performance brake systems which are designed for sporty, dynamic driving styles. As a side effect of the highest possible brake performance, customers are likely to hear noises due to the extremely resilient materials In the same conversation, inform the customer that his/her braking performance can help ensure that the noises do not occur or disappear quickly.
Associated Products (88)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10199287Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011321
- Date Added:
- July 19, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. BMW NA, et al
Associated Products (87)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10198894Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011321
- Date Added:
- July 6, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT: N54/N54T/N55 ELECTRIC ENGINE COOLANT PUMP . With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered a nationwide settlement with the plaintiffs in the following class action: Oliver, et al v. BMW NA, et al
Associated Products (87)Associated Documents - May 1, 2021•Document ID: 10200487Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840121
- Date Added:
- August 23, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTELEMATICS UNIT DEACTIVATION DUE TO 3G CELLULAR TECHNOLOGY DISCONTINUATION: The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule) can no longer be supported by the cellular network provider starting February 2022.
Associated Products (218)Associated Documents - April 1, 2021•Document ID: 10194296Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC; STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340414
- Date Added:
- May 24, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDiagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal stresses during rapid heating and cooling of the brake discs. Braking from high speed with cold brake components (less than 212 degrees F) increases the likelihood of cracks to form.
Associated Products (232)Associated Documents - February 1, 2021•Document ID: 10188954Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651320
- Date Added:
- March 15, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCOLLECTION OF DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS: BMW intends to perform evaluations and analyses on these side air bags.
Associated Products (70)Associated Documents - December 1, 2020•Document ID: 10186215Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B130720
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINCORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR THE HIGH-PRESSURE PUMP IN ISTA: The current version of ISTA states the incorrect tightening torque for the High-Pressure pump M6 mounting bolts to the cylinder head cover. The correct tightening torque is only 12 Nm for the M6 bolts.
Associated Products (100)Associated Documents - November 1, 2020•Document ID: 10184575Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsWHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; SUSPENSION; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340515
- Date Added:
- December 21, 2020
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTICKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT AXLE WHEN CORNERING: The customer may complain of a metallic ticking noise from the front axle, when cornering, maneuvering, parking or pulling away from a parking space.
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