BMW 428i Service Bulletins
457 manufacturer communications on file.
- June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151376Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621116
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCenter Information Display Switching off. INFORMATION The brightness of the CID will reduce and may switch off completely due to high temperature rise inside the vehicle. This situation is to protect the function of the CID. After lowering the temperature, the normal functions are restored. The increased temperature, protective switch-off is the reason for the fault. The fault code does not indicate a defective head unit. The normal maximum temperature operation for the head unit is between 167 and 194 F. Within these values, the CID will gradually diminish in brightness until it completely switches off. Replacing parts or programing the vehicle will not rectify the situation. The root cause is the very high temperature and is not a fault of the vehicle's systems.
Associated Products (46)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151375Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621016
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names. INFORMATION Design of the HUD has limited display area. (It can only show a certain number of text characters). NOTE: Parts replacement or programming the vehicle will not recitify the situation!
Associated Products (168)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151369Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; LANE DEPARTURE; WHEELS; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVarious Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 03 15 dated April 2016. The customer states that one or more of the following CC messages are displayed: 627 - Steering behavior:Drive moderately 070 - Steering: Drive moderately 765 - Rear-end collision restricted 850 - Pedestrian warning restricted 236 - Driving stabilization: Drive moderately 299 - SOS call system failure 042 - Brake system: Drive moderately After performing a vehicle test, one or more of the following fault codes are stored: ACSM - C9549A Message faulty (seat memory), ACSM receiver, driver's seat module transmitter FEM - D91DE0 No message, receiver FEM, transmitter TMSL FEM - D91EE5 No message, receiver FEM, passenger seat module transmitter ACSM - C9540C Message missing, receiver ACSM, transmitter FEM TMSL - D95402 Message missing, receiver TMSL, transmitter FEM KOMBI - E11454 No message, receiver KOMBI, transmitter REM FEM - D91DE6 No message, receiver FEM, transmitter TMSL TMSR - D99401 Message missing, receiver TMSR, transmitter FEM TMSR - D99402 Message missing, receiver TMSR, transmitter FEM FEM - 8041BA AHL system faulty FEM - D916C3 No message, receiver FEM, transmitter TCB ZBE - E2D403 No message, receiver CON, transmitter FEM-ZGM TRSVC - CA9428 Message incorrect, receiver TRSVC, transmitter PDC-REM TMSL- D95401 Message missing, receiver TMSR, transmitter FEM HU-H - S0397 MOST configuration was not stored TCB - E1445F KCAN2 or KCAN4: Line fault/electrical fault FEM - 8041B6 LWR faulty REM - E58468 Body CAN2; communication fault TRSVC - CA9427 Message incorrect, receiver all around vision camera, transmitter PDC/REM FEM - D91CEC Message missing, receiver FEM, transmitter REM Shorted K-CAN wiring under driver or passenger seat Shorted K-CAN2 wires were shorted between the left side trunk trim panel and the body of the vehicle Shorted K-CAN in left rear wheel well area Shorted K-CAN under center console trim Shorted K-CAN under A-Pill
Associated Products (46)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151359Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310416
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThumping noises from the front section of the vehicle. Thumping noises from the front section of the vehicle may occur when driving over poor road surfaces. Software of the Variable Damper Control (VDC)
Associated Products (47)Associated Documents - June 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151358Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B260116
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVibration or Knocking Noise from the Center of the Vehicle. When accelerating, there is a knocking, or vibration, felt from the center of the vehicle. This sensation can be easily duplicated when accelerating with the transmission in 2nd or 3rd gear (manual mode). Torque flex in the rear driveshaft.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151335Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840314
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBluetooth Connection Failures. There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple iPhones Samsung S6 and the S6 Edge. Connectivity failure examples are: Call disconnection - Call is transferred back to the handset. In some instances the call is then transferred back to the vehicle. Contact List incomplete General connection failures Apple iOS software (issue started with iOS 8.3 continues with iOS 9.x and its variants) Samsung S6 and S6 Edge device firmware.
Associated Products (264)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151333Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; EQUIPMENT; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660916
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"""Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display. While driving, a Check Control Message (CCM) is displayed advising of the following: Front collision warning failed Pedestrian detection failed The following fault code is stored in the KAFAS (Camera-based Driver Assistance System): 0X800AC4 - Camera calibration failed The KAFAS camera is not properly mounted and secured to the mounting bracket on the windshield; And/ or: The mounting bracket glued to the windshield is not installed correctly. The pictures below show both incorrect and correct installation. This picture shows the KAFAS camera installed in the bracket. Notice the spacing highlighted by the ""green lines"""
Associated Products (126)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151318Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B512315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySI B51 23 15 Body Equipment May 2016 Technical Service The Driver's Side Front/Rear Door Can No Longer Be Opened from the Outside This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 23 15 dated September 2015.. A driver's-side door cannot be opened by the outside door handle. This concern can also affect the driver's side rear door on the F34 and F36. The Bowden cable has become detached.
Associated Products (34)Associated Documents - May 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151315Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES; VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B511216
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPassenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change. INFORMATION The automatically dimming exterior mirror function on the passenger's side has been deleted from the Option Code 430 as noted above. The automatic dimming function will continue to be operational on the driver's side mirror and rear view mirror.
Associated Products (73)Associated Documents - April 14, 2016•Document ID: 10216791Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TEC24
- Date Added:
- August 1, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTech24 Snap-in Adapter Return
Associated Products (59)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10216793Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TEC26
- Date Added:
- August 1, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTEC26 Turbo Charger Return
Associated Products (59)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151274Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840715
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummarySOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically. After engine start-up, a CCM (Check Control Message) for SOS malfunction is displayed in the Kombi and in the CID (Central Information Display). One or more of the fault codes below may be stored in the TCB or Combox control unit: 0xB7F32B - GSM Antenna: Open Circuit 0xB7F31F - GSM Antenna: Short to ground 0xB7F31E - GSM Antenna: Open Circuit A signal error is identified during the aerial self-test performed by the TCB (Telematic Control Box or the Combox).
Associated Products (127)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151269Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620616
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryInstrument Cluster Resets during Active Navigation. The instrument cluster (MID KOMBI) fails sporadically (all gauges falling briefly to zero, flashing of all indicator lights) and resets. Reset occurs during active route guidance and predictably when passing certain geographical positions. Software error in navigation head unit
Associated Products (54)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151268Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B612315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full. The low washer fluid warning light is illuminated even though the washer fluid tank is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. CAUSE A non-approved washer fluid is used (fluids that contain a silicone additive, normally colored other than blue). INFORMATION The washer fluid level sensor is a contactless capacitive sensor. The sensor sends a low fluid level signal to the gateway module (FEM - Front Electronics Module or BDC - Body Domain Controller) which in turn displays a low washer fluid warning in the instrument cluster. The use of a ""non-approved"" washer fluid (silicone-based fluid) can cause the low fluid warning light to come on even when the reservoir is full. Refer to ISTA document ""FB-GZ-B17A-F20 Washer fluid level sensor"" for information on how this capacitive sensor operates."
Associated Products (55)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151265Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610315
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVarious Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN. The customer states that one or more of the following CC messages are displayed: 627 - Steering behavior: Drive moderately 070 - Steering: Drive moderately 765 - Rear-end collision restricted 850 - Pedestrian warning restricted 236 - Driving stabilization: Drive moderately 299 - SOS call system failure 042 - Brake system: Drive moderately After performing a vehicle test, one or more of the following fault codes are stored: ACSM - C9549A Message faulty (seat memory), ACSM receiver, driver's seat module transmitter FEM - D91DE0 No message, receiver FEM, transmitter TMSL FEM - D91EE5 No message, receiver FEM, passenger seat module transmitter ACSM - C9540C Message missing, receiver ACSM, transmitter FEM TMSL - D95402 Message missing, receiver TMSL, transmitter FEM KOMBI - E11454 No message, receiver KOMBI, transmitter REM FEM - D91DE6 No message, receiver FEM, transmitter TMSL TMSR - D99401 Message missing, receiver TMSR, transmitter FEM TMSR - D99402 Message missing, receiver TMSR, transmitter FEM FEM - 8041BA AHL system faulty FEM - D916C3 No message, receiver FEM, transmitter TCB ZBE - E2D403 No message, receiver CON, transmitter FEM-ZGM TRSVC - CA9428 Message incorrect, receiver TRSVC, transmitter PDC-REM TMSL- D95401 Message missing, receiver TMSR, transmitter FEM HU-H - S0397 MOST configuration was not stored TCB - E1445F KCAN2 or KCAN4: Line fault/electrical fault FEM - 8041B6 LWR faulty REM - E58468 Body CAN2; communication fault TRSVC - CA9427 Message incorrect, receiver all around vision camera, transmitter PDC/REM FEM - D91CEC Message missing, receiver FEM, transmitter REM Shorted K-CAN wiring under driver or passenger seat Shorted K-CAN2 wires were shorted between the left side trunk trim panel and the body of the vehicle Shorted K-CAN in left rear wheel well area Shorted K-CAN under center console trim Shorted K-CAN under A-Pillar trim
Associated Products (47)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151264Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B520116
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFront Seat Backrests Vibrates on Rough Roads. Both front seat backrests vibrate and rattle while driving over rough roads with the seat in an unloaded condition (no pressure applied on the backrest). Play at the inner backrest pivot point.
Associated Products (24)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151260Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B320416
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Steering Assistance Failed After an Engine Start. Reduction of steering assistance after starting the engine. The DSC and steering warning lamp are illuminated in the instrument cluster. Check Control messages displayed: ""Driving stabilization. Drive carefully"" ""Increased steering effort required. Drive at moderate speed"". Control unit fault code entries: EPS: None ICM_25: 0xD01C0C - message fault (actual rack force, ID: AVL_FORC_GRD) - Timeout 0xD01B26 - message fault (actual EPS position, ID: AVL_PO_EPS) - Timeout 0xD019BF - message fault (actual driver actuator steering torque, ID: AVL_STMOM_DV_ACT) - Timeout 0xD016A5 - message fault (driving dynamics 02 check control display, ID: DISP_CC_DRDY_02) - Timeout 0xD015C4 - message fault (front axle electrical steering status, ID: ST_EST) - Timeout DSC_25: 0xD354EE - signal fault (actual front axle steering angle, ID: AVL_STEA_FTAX) - invalid No damage or other noticeable effects in the power supply and FlexRay EPS (electric power steering / electromechanical power steering): Flexray Transceiver switches itself off"
Associated Products (44)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151253Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120916
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 - The Service Engine Soon Light is On with DME Fault 118602 Stored. The Service Engine Soon light is on (MIL) with only the following oxygen sensor fault stored. 118602 - Oxygen sensor before catalytic converter, fine mixture control: exhaust gas after catalytic converter too lean CAUSE An actual engine related problem and/or DME software diagnostic
Associated Products (61)Associated Documents - April 1, 2016•Document ID: 10151249Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111615
- Date Added:
- December 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine. When starting a cold engine, blue smoke can be seen emitting from the exhaust tailpipe for approximately 10-20 seconds. No turbo charger boost faults are stored and no drivability issues can be detected. CAUSE When the vehicle is parked overnight the engine oil pressure will equalize and may leak past the turbo charger exhaust side turbine seal.
Associated Products (83)Associated Documents - March 21, 2016•Document ID: 10216792Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TEC25
- Date Added:
- August 1, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryTec25 Wishbone Return
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