BMW 328d Service Bulletins
538 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147972Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510514
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Remove and Discard Water Drain Plugs from E-Box. Water leaks into the cabin due to clogged drain plugs in the E-boxes. CAUSE The drain plug slots are too small and clog.
Associated Products (20)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: 10147950Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640713
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Replace Blower Motor Regulator. The blower motor regulator has an internal fault; after starting the engine, there may be a delay of up to a minute before the blower motor comes on CAUSE Faulty blower motor regulator (output stage)
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147949Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; VISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640613
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?SI B64 06 13 January 2014 Body EquipmentTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 06 13 dated November 2013. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow. The customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than one hour. The complaint can vary due to one or more of the following variables: * High outside ambient temperature * Too much humidity * A/C temperature and fan settings set too low for too long Note: It is very difficult to duplicate this issue due the required outdoor weather conditions and length of driving time needed. CAUSE Evaporator starts to freeze up due to the position of the evaporator temperature sensor
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147948Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 631113
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOne or Both Trunk Lid Tail Lamps Malfunction. One of the tail lamps is out in the trunk lid light cluster. This is accompanied by one of the following CCM (Check Control Messages): * Tail lamp in tailgate malfunction * Rear fog light malfunction * Reversing light malfunction CAUSE Bulb socket, rear lamp in trunk lid defective
Associated Products (9)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: 10147943Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 630214
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFog Light Operation Changed After Programming. After the vehicle is programmed with ISTA/P 2.49.x or 2.50.x (integration level earlier than F02013-11-502), the fog lights cannot be operated when the light switch is in the parking light position. Note: The fog light operation has been changed in vehicles produced from March 2013. The fog lights cannot be operated when the light switch is in the park position. This is normal operation due to state legislative requirements that have changed; no further action is required. CAUSE Software error with ISTA/P 2.49.x and 2.50.x
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147936Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 510514
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Remove Water Drain Plugs from E-Box. The water drain plugs for the left- and right-side E-box may clog. This can lead to water collection/corrosion and allow water to enter the passenger compartment. CAUSE The water drain plug slots are too small.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - January 1, 2014•Document ID: 10147929Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 180213
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Exhaust Flap Actuator Is Loose. INFORMATION Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle/SAV Limited Warranty Defect Code:18 12 03 39 00https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/159...2/5/2014 Page 2 of 2 Labor Operation:Labor Allowance:Refer to KSDReplacing exhaust flap actuator driveLabor operation code 18 12 081 is a Main labor operation. If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 18 12 581 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."
Associated Products (16)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: 10150193Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- BMWNOV0613
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Information bulletin B36 03 13 has been published for the Delivery Stop issued on Wednesday, November 13. The Delivery Stop affects certain 2014 model year F30, F31 and F32 October 2013 production vehicles. Tire Identification numbers (molding number and DOT number) must be checked and if necessary, affected tires replaced. Affected vehicles in center inventory must not be delivered until the tires have been checked. The small number of affected vehicles can be identified via the Key Reader, DCS Inquiry or ISPA with the description: Defect Code 0036820100, Delivery Stop, B36 03 13 Check Tire ID
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150187Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 840813
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"USB Connection Not Working. One, or both of the scenarios listed below may be encountered: 1. The message ""Device not supported"" is displayed in the CID after connecting a USB device to the USB port using a USB cable. 2. The ""USB option"" in the menu cannot be selected (grayed out), after the vehicle was programmed with ISTA/P 2.50.2, or 2.50.3: I-Level F020-13-07-503, or F020-13-07-505. CAUSE 1. Incompatible USB cable is being used 2. Head Unit Basic software error 1 The following procedure should be performed for ""Situation 1, Cause 1"" listed above: Part A (Steps 1 to 3) 1. Duplicate the issue. 2. Verify that the USB cable which is being used, is the original cable for the device and not an aftermarket cable. 3. If the issue is resolved when using an original USB cable supplied by the manufacturer of the device, do not perform step 4 listed below. No further action is required. Part B (Step 4) 4.If the issue is still present when using the original cable from the device manufacturer, proceed to program and code the vehicle using ISTA/P 2.51.0 or higher. ? I-Level after programming would be F020-13-11-501, or higher. Note that ISTA/P will automatically reprogram and code all programmable control modules that do not have the latest software. For information on programming and coding with ISTA/P, refer to CenterNet / Aftersales Portal / Service / Workshop Technology / Vehicle Programming."
Associated Products (13)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: 10150184Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 640613
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow. The customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than one hour. The complaint can vary due to one or more of the following variables: * High outside ambient temperature * Too much humidity * A/C temperature and fan settings set too low for too long Note: It is very difficult to duplicate this issue due the required outdoor weather conditions and length of driving time needed. CAUSE Evaporator starts to freeze up due to the position of the evaporator temperature sensor
Associated Products (13)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: 10150182Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 612313
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIntegrated Owner's Manual No Longer Available After Programming. After a programming or replacement of the Front Electronics Module (FEM), the customer states that the Integrated Owner's Manual (IBA) can no longer be selected in the vehicle. CAUSE FEM application error
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150169Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 360313
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"?PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. SUBJECT Service Action: Continental Tires, Inspect and Replace if Necessary. During manufacturing process of the Continental tires, there may have been a deviation from the production specifications. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F30, F31 and F32 vehicles. In order to determine whether a specific vehicle has had this Service Action completed or is affected by this Service Action, first check the B-pillar label for code number 659. If code number 659 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 659 has not been punched out, it will be necessary to utilize the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action."
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2013•Document ID: 10150167Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 340313
- 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. Note: E9x vehicles with xDrive are not affected by this bulletin. Software calculation in the brake pad wear model
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