BMW 528i Service Bulletins
504 manufacturer communications on file.
- April 1, 2019•Document ID: 10160244Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B013118
- Date Added:
- May 20, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAKATA AIR BAG RECALL-RELATED SHORT-TERM ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION AND CONSEQUENTIAL REPAIRS This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B01 31 18 dated October 2018.
Associated Products (147)Associated Documents - January 1, 2019•Document ID: 10153726Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS; AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011618
- Date Added:
- February 25, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTAKATA CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT. CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM. FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULES.
Associated Products (145)Associated Documents - January 1, 2019•Document ID: 10153643Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621118
- Date Added:
- February 25, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBLACK SPOT IN THE CENTRAL INFORMATION. This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B62 11 18 dated January 2019. Whats New: â?¢ Warranty section - Programming information added. A small black spot remains on the Central Information Displays (CID) illuminated screen which does not go away after a key cycle or sleep mode.
Associated Products (120)Associated Documents - November 1, 2018•Document ID: 10152674Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650916
- Date Added:
- January 7, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRadio / Navigation / Head Unit Identification Guide
Associated Products (31)Associated Documents - November 1, 2018•Document ID: 10152664Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B340714
- Date Added:
- January 7, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Carbon Ceramic Brake Noise. INFORMATION ""M"" vehicles are designed for high-performance, spirited driving. To accommodate this type of driving profile, a braking system which exceeds the standards for handling heavy brake forces, extreme temperatures, and excellent stopping power at high speeds is required. ""M"" vehicles can be ordered with the optional ultra high-performance braking system, featuring perforated carbon ceramic brake discs designed for circumstances similar to those encountered on racetracks. The carbon ceramic brakes were designed to improve braking efficiency, and dramatically increase braking performance along with a significant reduction in weight. When developing the carbon ceramic brake system, the main focus was on braking performance for the sporty-minded driver, while accepting the comfort limitations of functional noises at slower speeds and when coming to a stop. Please inform the customer that the carbon ceramic brake system's functional noises (squealing/honking), are a known characteristic for this type of material, and are only a small trade-off for the improved braking performance. These functional noises have no effect on the performance, operational reliability and durability of the brakes. Part replacement will not provide a remedy for the noise; this is a known characteristic of the high-performance brake system. More information on the performance and operation of these brakes can be found in the Owner's Manual under ""M carbon ceramic brake."" WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable."
Associated Products (40)Associated Documents - October 1, 2018•Document ID: 10149564Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63 AND N63T ENGINE: ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION, ENGINE OIL TOP-UPS AND REFILL CAPACITY. Customers with one of the vehicles above may complain that the engine's oil consumption is "too high," resulting in engine oil top-ups and workshop visits to address the issue before the vehicle displays an engine oil service as being "due." When the vehicle's engine oil drops to the minimum level, a message will display in the vehicle advising the driver to "add 1 quart of engine oil." After topping up and continued operation, the "add engine oil" message may display again before an engine oil service is required and performed. CAUSE Engines that are fitted with a turbocharger, as part of their normal operation, will consume engine oil at a higher rate than a naturally aspirated engine (non-turbocharged engine). In this case, a "turbocharged" engine could require topping up of the engine oil more frequently.
Associated Products (107)Associated Documents - October 1, 2018•Document ID: 10149557Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011618
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFor the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) will provide a Customer Support Program as outlined in the Takata Settlement Customer Support Program Overview attachment. This ?component-specific? customer support program applies only if there is a defect in materials or workmanship of the Takata driver?s side airbag module in a listed vehicle.
Associated Products (145)Associated Documents - October 1, 2018•Document ID: 10149540Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B613017
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRAIN/LIGHT SENSOR (RLS): OIL LEAKAGE FROM GEL PAD. ??Oil leaking from the Rain/Light Sensor (RLS). Note: This oil serves as a separation medium between the RLS mounting gel pad and the windscreen. The oil ensures damage free disassembly in case of repair. CAUSE The oil that serves as the separation medium of the Rain/Light Sensor (RLS) gel pad and the windscreen leaks out. Expose the Rain/Light Sensor (RLS) and properly clean the area of all oily residue. Note: The separating oil usually leaks only once from the pad at the RLS. Due to the small oil quantity in the gel pad, additional oil leakage is not plausible. Leaking oil does not impair the function of the RLS.
Associated Products (170)Associated Documents - September 1, 2018•Document ID: 10152289Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B012817
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"?CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT SETTLEMENT: WATER INTRUSION AND ACCUMULATION IN THE TRUNK (E60)/REAR CABIN WELL AREA (E61). INFORMATION BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?) is has entered into a court approved ?nationwide settlement? with this Class Action?s lawsuit plaintiffs. Class Allegations In their complaint, the plaintiffs allege that:Model Year 2004 to 2010 BMW 5 Series E60 (Sedans) and Model Year 2006 to 2010 E61 (Sport Wagons) vehicles (""Preliminary Class Vehicles"") have defectively designed sunroofs drains which, if they become clogged, causes water intrusion and accumulation in the trunk/rear cabin well area of these vehicles. As a result, over time, this can potentially damage the electrical components and wiring that is located in the lowest part of the well area. Final Settlement Class Vehicles US specification Model Year 2007 to 2010 BMW 5 Series E60 (Sedans) and E61 (Sport Wagons) vehicles (""Final Settlement Class Vehicles"") registered and operated in the US (including Puerto Rico). Cass Members US residents (including Puerto Rico) who purchased or leased a Class Vehicle. Settlement Terms for Final Settlement Class Vehicles For eligible vehicles, the free inspection is available one-time (repair/claim dates) beginning on 8/28/2017 but no later than the extended date of 11/21/2018, Class Members will be permitted to bring their Class Vehicle to an authorized BMW center to have the free one-time inspection and control module relocation procedure performed. SI B01 28 17 (DC 54 12 90 01 00) CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT SETTLEMENT: WATER INTRUSION AND ACCUMULATION IN THE TRUNK (E60)/REAR CABIN WELL (E61) AREA, MAY APPLY. FOR ELIGIBLE VEHICLES, AN INSPECTION AND APPLICABLE CORRESPONDING REPAIRS ARE AVAILABLE ONE-TIME (REPAIR/CLAIM DATES) BEGINNING ON 8/28/2017 BUT NO LATER THAN THE EXTENDED DATE OF 11/21/2018. CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT SETTLEMENT: WATER INTRUSION AND ACCUMULATION IN THE TRUNK (E60)/REAR CABIN WELL (E61) AREA, SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN SI
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - September 1, 2018•Document ID: 10150057Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840616
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier).
Associated Products (179)Associated Documents - September 1, 2018•Document ID: 10150056Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840214
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist. This Service Information bulletin will assist you both in identifying the issue and providing technical support. CAUSE Not enough information is available for BMW NA engineers to assist the technician in diagnosing the root cause.
Associated Products (193)Associated Documents - September 1, 2018•Document ID: 10149961Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111117
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?ENGINE LEAK DIAGNOSIS ON TURBOCHARGED V8 ENGINES. When diagnosing an engine oil leak or a coolant leak on turbocharged V8 engines it is necessary to use a borescope to identify if the source of the leak is from under the turbochargers. Engine oil or coolant leaking from the bell housing area or the front timing chain cover area may be caused by the turbocharger itself, a turbocharger oil/coolant feed line or turbocharger oil/coolant return line. Do not remove the transmission and do not dissemble the engine before performing this inspection. If necessary, use engine oil leakage detection dye.
Associated Products (114)Associated Documents - September 1, 2018•Document ID: 10149960Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110815
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63 and S63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement. Refer to the following applicable SIBs before replacing the valve seals. * B11 07 11 - Turbocharger Failure: Oil Supply and Return Line Blockage and Proper Repair * B11 07 12 - N63 Engine: Oil Consumption and/or Rough Running Complaints * B11 01 13 - N63 Engine: Engine Oil Consumption, Engine Oil Top-ups and Refill Capacity * B11 03 13 - Engine Oil Consumption (all models) If the valve seals are leaking, one of the following will help determine if the seals should be replaced. * Smoke from the tailpipe when starting or aggressively accelerating and decelerating the engine in addition to excessive engine oil consumption * Spark plugs fouled with engine oil and excessive engine oil consumption * Excessive engine oil consumption All Vehicles: On vehicles, where an excessive oil consumption between services is the only complaint, a complete oil consumption test as described in SI B11 03 13, must be performed first before replacing the valve seals. On vehicles exhibiting reproducible smoking from the tailpipe when hot, additional engine diagnostic steps (e.g. engine compression test, leak-down tests; inspection of the crankcase ventilation lines and turbo intake/outlet tubes for excessive oil accumulation) should be performed and documented prior to replacement of the valve seals, in order to eliminate other possible causes. Refer to the SIBs listed above for important diagnostic tips. Do not remove the intake manifolds to clean the intake valve carbon.
Associated Products (57)Associated Documents - August 1, 2018•Document ID: 10193494Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B170318
- Date Added:
- May 17, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryButt connector for repairing a plug connection. The ?top up coolant? message is displayed in the central display (CC message ID 166). When checking the cooling system there are no leaks found and the expansion tank is filled to the proper level.
Associated Products (49)Associated Documents - July 1, 2018•Document ID: 10145320Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840214
- Date Added:
- October 9, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION: ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative.
Associated Products (247)Associated Documents - June 1, 2018•Document ID: 10145306Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650709
- Date Added:
- October 9, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
Associated Products (361)Associated Documents - June 1, 2018•Document ID: 10145298Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B520318
- Date Added:
- October 9, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryMEMORY SEAT ADJUSTMENT IS LIMITED: After programming the vehicle with ISTA 4.10.2x, the adjustment range of the memory seat may restricted.
Associated Products (170)Associated Documents - May 1, 2018•Document ID: 10143569Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840616
- Date Added:
- August 6, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT: BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional.
Associated Products (194)Associated Documents - May 1, 2018•Document ID: 10143564Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650709
- Date Added:
- August 6, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNAVIGATION SYSTEM: REPORTING MISSING OR INCORRECT ROAD MAP DATA: The route guidance is inaccurate and therefore irritating to the customer; or it is not possible to locate certain addresses, for instance:
Associated Products (361)Associated Documents - April 1, 2018•Document ID: 10138405Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660518
- Date Added:
- May 21, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCOMFORT ACCESS SPORADICALLY INACTIVE VIA DOOR HANDLE: Sporadically, CA (Comfort Access) locking or unlocking of the vehicle does not work via the door handles.
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