BMW ActiveHybrid 3 Service Bulletins
601 manufacturer communications on file.
- December 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147860Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B112615
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDelivery Stop: B58 Engine - Check Crankshaft Bearing Shells.A Delivery Stop has been issued on F30 and F32 certain vehicles produced from July 2015 (start of production) to December 2, 2015. These vehicles may have upper guide bearing shells that may exhibit wear at low mileage. There are 45 vehicles affected by this stop. For your convenience, attached you will find the list of affected VINs. This bulletin will be updated with repair instructions and warranty information when it becomes available. Affected vehicles can be identified with a ?Vehicle Comment? in DCS Warranty Vehicle Inquiry or ISPA Light with a specific description.
Associated Products (28)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147836Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652215
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRadio reception disturbed when the taillights are active. Page 1 of 2 November 2015 Technical Service Radio reception interference may be observed between 90.0 MHz and 100.0MHz on the FM band. The noise is present when the taillights are active (lights or braking). Right Rear taillight assembly problem
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147833Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650915
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently. The HU-H (Headunit-High) resets intermittently or permanently. ? The display is inoperative and there is no audio output ? Automatic system start-up after a couple of seconds CAUSE Software error in the HU-H
Associated Products (132)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147832Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640613
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow. Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended time, usually longer than 30 minutes. INFORMATION Possibility of reproducing this situation is improved by the following conditions ? High outside ambient temperature ? High humidity Note: It is very difficult to duplicate this issue. The fault may be reproduced under the following conditions: ? Air-conditioning system switched on ? Driving Experience switch NOT set to Eco Pro ? Slower fan speeds ? Temperature setting below 68°F (20°C) ? Trip duration at least 30 minutes ? Outside temperature above 68°F (20°C) NOTE: After parking the vehicle or switching off the air-conditioning system for at least 20 minutes, the symptom disappears (ice melts off evaporator and puddles under the car from the A/C drains.). Evaporator starts to freeze up due to the position of the evaporator temperature sensor.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147831Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B621015
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Instrument Cluster display inoperative FC B7F689. The Instrument Cluster (Kombi) is intermittently inoperative with fault code B7F689 ""display backlighting and graphics PCB switched off"" stored. Kombi software."
Associated Products (92)Associated Documents - November 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147829Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620312
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"""Efficient Dynamics"" in the Instrument Cluster Partially Displayed During CC Message. After switching from terminal 15 to terminal R, the ""Efficient Dynamics"" wording in the instrument cluster, below the tachometer, is partially displayed while a CCM (Check Control Message) is shown. Only the word ""Efficient"" is displayed. Software error in the instrument cluster multi-information display"
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147784Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651715
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Active Sound Design ASD inoperative after programming. After programming with ISTA/P V3.56.1 Active Sound Design (ASD) no longer provides simulated engine sounds A fault is stored in the ASD module. Fault Code 8053A5 ""ASD; invalid coding data for equalizing"" Invalid ASD coding data"
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147783Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B651615
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryNavigation CIC vehicle positioning temporarily incorrect. The Navigation system may temporarily display the vehicle in the wrong location. This mainly occurs on short sections of road and the vehicle position may take 2 or more minutes to be shown correctly. Invalid calculation in the CIC head unit.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147777Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B620315
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B62 03 15 dated April 2015. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Door Open Message Displayed, Even Though Door Is Closed. While driving, a CCM (Check Control Message) indicates the doors are open, even though they are closed. Also, sometimes the gong will sound and the interior lights will go on and off. The FRM (Footwell Module) sees an incorrect door lock status caused by voltage variations in the door locks.
Associated Products (48)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147772Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513015
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Tailgate does not stay in fully open position. This Service Action involves F01, F02, and F04 7 Series models 2009 to 2014. Only vehicles which require this Service Action to be completed will show it as ?Open? when checked either in the ""Service Menu"" of DCSnet (Dealer Communication System) or with the Key Reader."
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360115
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCheck Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure. A Check Control Message states Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) has failed CAUSE Hardware in the remote control unit (FBD3 antenna)
Associated Products (43)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147769Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B330215
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Grinding or cracking noise when putting vehicle in gear/ ""Drive Disturbed"" displayed. A metallic grinding or cracking noise is heard from the rear of the vehicle when selecting Drive or Reverse. There may also be a Check Control message ""Drive Disturbed"" displayed. CAUSE The inner and/or outer universal joint on the right and/or left rear output shaft has failed."
Associated Products (34)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147764Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B160715
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryFuel Tank Non-Return Valve Faults with SES Light. Check Engine Light is illuminated and the following faults are stored in the DME: 0x191A94 - Fuel tank non-return valve: clamped shut 0x191A93 - Fuel tank non-return valve: clamped open CAUSE Software and hardware errors
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147760Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B111415
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - October 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147759Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B110815
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?N63 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 Repairs 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 Excessive engine oil consumption Spark plugs fouled with engine oil.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147272Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840515
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryConnectedDrive Messages Are Not Received In the Vehicle. One or both of the following may occur: SMS based messages are not received in the vehicle. These are: Text messages - Office feature MyInfo Google send to car - addresses and Points of Interests (POI) Concierge The activation code is not accepted by the ConnectedDrive Portal. Software error in the HU-H (Head unit High).
Associated Products (28)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147271Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B840315
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"HU-B: Bluetooth Connection Fails Sporadically. The Bluetooth system works intermittently. One or more of the following scenarios may occur: Bluetooth pairing is not possible - display shows ""Please wait"" Unable to select the check box to activate Bluetooth Device does not reconnect to the vehicle after a key cycle Audio interference noise is heard listening to iPod etc. When trying to access the user manual, the display shows ""Please wait"" Incorrect software installed in the HU-B (Headunit Basic)."
Associated Products (33)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147268Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsLANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B660515
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryParking Maneuvering Assistant and Park Distance Control Failure. After activating the PMA (Parking Maneuvering Assistant) or PDC (Park Distance Control), the system stops functioning and a CCM (Check Control Message) is displayed advising the driver of the failure. The following fault code is stored in the PMA control unit 0x481E4D - PMA control unit internal, internal ASIC fault Software error in the PMA control unit Affected I-Level: F2x from F020-15-03-500 F3x from F020-15-07-500
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147264Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640715
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIHKA - Outlet Temperature is Different on Both Sides. The IHKA settings on the left- and right-hand side are identical. The outlet temperature for both sides is different. Software application error in IHKA.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - September 1, 2015•Document ID: 10147263Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B640615
- Date Added:
- November 5, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"IHKA - Blower Runs in Emergency Mode. After the ignition is turned off and the vehicle is locked, the heating and air conditioning blower motor runs continuously. The next time the vehicle is started there may be the CCM (Check control message) displayed for ""Increased battery discharge"". CAUSE The blower output stage receives an invalid LIN bus signal during operation and switches to emergency mode. The blower will continue to run with the specified emergency mode after the ignition is turned off and the vehicle is locked."
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