BMW R 1200 GS Service Bulletins
316 manufacturer communications on file.
- December 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148162Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 110713
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe test plan will help identify the actual oil level, and advise the amount that will need to be added to correctly fill the engine when topping up. When performing the scheduled oil service and filling the engine with the amount specified, the applicable ISTA/D repair instruction does not require performing this test plan. Applicable models: ? F01 and F02 with the N63T engine with I-Level F001-13-03-501 or higher ? F06, F07, F12 and F13 with the N63T engine with I-Level F001-13-03-501 or higher ? F10 with the N63T engine with I-Level F010-13-07-501 or higher ? F15 and F16 with all I-LevelsTest plan path: 1. Select "Service Function." 2. Select "Drive." 3. Select "Motor Electronics." 4. Select "Motor Oil."5. Select "Oil Level." 6. Select "Continue." 7. Follow the steps as directed in the test plan to complete the measurement. Always refer to ISTA/D for the recommended oil type and the amount required, using the VIN number of the vehicle. IMPORTANT: Do not perform this test plan on the following vehicles: ? Performing the test plan on any vehicle with the N63 engine will result in an inaccurate measurement. ? Performing this test plan on any vehicle with the N63T engine without the applicable I-Levels stated above will result in an inaccurate measurement. Do not perform this test plan when performing engine oil services. Fill the engine with the specification found in ISTA/D. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable. [ Copyright (c)2014 BMW of North America, Inc. ] https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/20361.1.B110713....1/2/2015
Associated Products (76)Associated Documents - December 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148161Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 110614
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryINFORMATION This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed exclusively for BMW vehicles with the N63 engine. Vehicles with the N63 high performance engine are engineered with EfficientDynamics that provides fuel economy without compromising on its "class leading" power and performance. To ensure these engines keep delivering the ultimate performance, we have designed this Care Package that includes a 6 point check, and if necessary, the replacement of one or more of the following powertrain components: ? Hot-Film Air Mass Sensors ? PIEZO High Pressure Fuel Injectors ? Engine Vacuum Pump ? Fuel System Low Pressure Sensor/Feed Line ? Fresh Air Intake Turbo Seals ? Crankcase Ventilation Lines (Hoses) This engine care package also includes a multi-point inspection of the vehicle, including tire pressures, fluid levels, safety and convenience features. The procedure described in this bulletin should be completed in conjunction with performing SI B11 16 14, N63 Engine: Check the Timing Chain. Perform all recommended, due or qualifying "time-based" maintenance service tasks as directed by the Key Reader/ISPA Light application. Note: The procedure in SI B11 16 14 includes an engine oil and filter change. When applicable, also perform the procedure described in SI B61 30 14, 12-Volt Battery Replacement under the BMW Maintenance Program together with performing the N63 Customer Care Package. After completing all necessary repairs, vehicle needs to be test driven for up to 30 minutes to assure the highest standard of performed repairs.
Associated Products (59)Associated Documents - November 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148428Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652013
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVehicle inTransport Mode Cannot Be Unlocked with Remote Control. When the vehicle is in transport mode, intermittently it cannot be unlocked via the remote control key. CAUSE When the vehicle is in transport mode, to reduce power consumption, the software is designed to disable the outside antenna receiver from waking up the vehicle.
Associated Products (78)Associated Documents - November 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148427Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 651614
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCentral Information Display Intermittently Dimming or Flashing Off/On. Intermittently the Central Information Display (CID) dims and/or flashes off/on. There are two possible root causes for this issue. Cause 1: Voltage supply error from the Headunit-high (HU-H) to the Central Information Display (CID) when the display brightness is set to 60% or higher Cause 2: Calibration data for dimming the Central Information Display (CID) at high temperatures or bright sunlight is set incorrectly internally in the CID Affected Central Information Displays were manufactured from 02/01/2013 to 06/09/2014. The manufacturing date is included in the serial number printed on the parts label on the CID. IMPORTANT: The manufacturing date is written in the following way: dd mm yy Example: The manufacturing date of August 15, 2013 is printed on the label in the following way: 15 08 13
Associated Products (45)Associated Documents - November 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148421Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 513314
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 33 14 dated October 2014. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT New "Gas Door Operation" Instruction Label. Initial quality reports show the customers are not certain how to open and close the fuel filler flap.
Associated Products (80)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149382Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 8403014
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryiPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: z Call disconnection z Contact List incomplete z General connection failures Apple software iOS 7 and its variants
Associated Products (215)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149381Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 660814
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySide View Camera Does Not Display Picture. The side view camera does not display a picture: z After engaging reverse gear z Activating the side view camera via the switch on the center console near the gear shift CAUSE z Water (moisture) entering the cable assembly, causing corrosion on the pins in the connector(s) at the camera(s) z Poor cable connection to the camera(s)
Associated Products (101)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149378Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 631114
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryLED Low Beam Flashes Briefly After Ignition Switched ON. 1. The low beam flashes briefly after the ignition is switched ON. This situation can be duplicated every time the vehicle is started. 2. One of the faults below is stored and currently present: 0xDA1411 - Signal (status of exterior light operation, 0x1AE) invalid, transmitter FRM / FEM / BDC 0xD9D411 - Signal (status of exterior light operation, 0x1AE) invalid, transmitter FRM / FEM / BDC Faulty LED main light module (LHM2)
Associated Products (78)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149289Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC56005564
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeated handlebar grips intermittently not working
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC55813536
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNavigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC55685466
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe cruise control system is not working in the Enduro/Pro mode
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149206Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC54883210
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen the throttle is closed, the engine goes into emergency mode.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - October 1, 2014•Document ID: 10149205Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC54812349
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIt is not possible to calibrate the ESA suspension strut.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC54810671
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIncorrect road speed indicated.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - September 10, 2014•Document ID: 10193510Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC59823415
- Date Added:
- May 17, 2021
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryOil leak immediately after replacing cylinder head cover seal set.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- MC59279648
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRetrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro. The ESA coding procedure fails when retrofitting the Switching Assistant Pro.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-12-26-14
- Date Added:
- February 7, 2015
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: WITH DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION MESSAGE DISPLAYED AND SERVICE ENGINE SOON, ENGINE CAN GO INTO REDUCED POWER MODE, DUE TO ENGINE POSITION MANAGEMENT (EPM) UNFAVORABLE PARAMETERS IN DME SOFTWARE. *PE
Associated Products (29)Associated Documents - July 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148135Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 840214
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryConnectedDrive/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 (217)Associated Documents - July 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148132Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 660414
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront Collision Warning Check Control Message Displayed in CID. Occasionally while driving, a check control message (CCM) for Front Collision Warning is displayed in the Central Information Display (CID). This message is cleared from the CID by clicking on "OK" using the iDrive controller. CAUSE The KAFAS (camera-based driver support system) camera is affected by environmental conditions such as: * Direct sunlight (sunrise or sunset) * Rain * Fog * Dirt * Snow * Ice * High interior temperatures (may also cause a CCM to be displayed upon starting the vehicle) ?? Fault code 0x800AC0 - KAFAS camera switch off due to over temperature The pictures below show the direct sunlight causing the CCM: INFORMATION This is the current text in the Owner's Manual for the Front Collision Warning (FCW): The system may not be fully functional in the following situations: * In heavy fog, rain, sprayed with water or snowfall * In tight curves * If the driving stability control systems are limited or deactivated: for example, the DSC is off. * If the camera view field of the front windshield is dirty or covered. * Up to 10 seconds after the start of the engine, via the Start/Stop knob. Direct sunlight will be added as one of the causes for the FCW CCM.
Associated Products (94)Associated Documents - July 1, 2014•Document ID: 10148130Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652113
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhen Unlocking with Comfort Access the Outside Door Mirrors Are in the Wrong Position. The vehicle is locked with one remote key and then enters sleep mode. The vehicle is then unlocked using one of the outside door handles with the second remote key. The outside door mirrors do not move to the correct position. The seats do move into the correct position. CAUSE Software error in driver's seat module
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