BMW X3 Service Bulletins (2018)
389 manufacturer communications on file.
- January 9, 2024•Document ID: 10249016Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310124
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWith the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehicle is lowered, and the wheels are once again under load. The noise might also be heard for a short time while driving.
Associated Products (47)Associated Documents - January 8, 2024•Document ID: 10249024Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B541119
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis bulletin outlines known areas of possible water entry, operational noise, or wind noise for the vehicles listed above. It serves only as a diagnostic resource in troubleshooting complaints from the roof area. This bulletin and the associated attachments are designed to provide one single diagnostic resource for troubleshooting all known issues related to the panoramic sunroof of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles which have quality improvement measures already in place.
Associated Products (34)Associated Documents - January 8, 2024•Document ID: 10249018Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B360121
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryAt low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking, maneuvering)with a large steering angle, the front end can be slightly axially misaligned. This can be felt (jerking)/ heard via an acoustic acknowledgement (clunk) as seen at the 11 second mark of the video. See attached video V36 01 21.
Associated Products (183)Associated Documents - January 5, 2024•Document ID: 10249032Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610524
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThe Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3). FaultB7F8F9 ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂÃÂHU-H: ResetÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂàwill be stored in the HU-H3.
Associated Products (175)Associated Documents - January 5, 2024•Document ID: 10249015Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B160123
- Date Added:
- February 1, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system(NVLD natural vacuum leak detection). For this condition, the following fault is stored in the DME: 190302 - fuel tank ventilation and scavenging air system, micro-leak: leakage more than 0.5mm For: Model vehicles other that the ones listed above, or for EVAP faults related to a âÃÂÃÂlarge leak,âÃÂàafter confirming that the fuel filler cap is fitted properly, then, proceed to follow the corresponding test plan
Associated Products (106)Associated Documents - December 15, 2023•Document ID: 10247574Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B521823
- Date Added:
- January 3, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the driverâÂÂs and/or the passengerâÂÂs front seat.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - November 28, 2023•Document ID: 10246225Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650122
- Date Added:
- December 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently. One of the following fault codes is stored in the ACSM (air bag control unit): 930949 - Knee airbag, driver: short circuit to negative terminal 93094F - Knee airbag, front passenger: short circuit to negative terminal 93094C - Knee airbag driver's side: Resistance too great 930952 - Knee airbag, front passenger: Resistance too great
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - November 16, 2023•Document ID: 10245364Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B010919
- Date Added:
- December 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryDIESEL FUEL INJECTORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES
Associated Products (78)Associated Documents - November 13, 2023•Document ID: 10245365Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011423
- Date Added:
- December 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryPRESSURE CONTROL VALVE (PCV) EXTENDED LTD WTY 15 YEARS/150,000 MILES
Associated Products (126)Associated Documents - October 18, 2023•Document ID: 10244239Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540421
- Date Added:
- November 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryThis situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
Associated Products (87)Associated Documents - September 12, 2023•Document ID: 10242879Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B513019
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA groaning noise is present from the door frame of any door, most commonly when driving over rough roadsor during body flex. This situation may be worse in vehicles which are regularly waxed in the area of the door jamb. Note: This service information bulletin contains diagnostic and repair information which was previouslyincluded in an NED test plan that has been removed.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - September 11, 2023•Document ID: 10242874Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B652823
- Date Added:
- October 1, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryCustomers may be experiencing one or more of these following issues with Bluetooth operation: Bluetooth cannot be switched on or off in the head unit (HU-H4) Paired mobile devices cannot be deleted Customer is unable to make phone calls or stream music with mobile device Customer is unable to connect a new mobile device via Bluetooth Mobile device does not automatically reconnect via Bluetooth in the next drive cycle (after short sleep cycle)
Associated Products (49)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242699Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B610220
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?When driving over uneven pavement or cobblestones, a knocking noise is present from the passenger side front area (A pillar). Once the vehicle is driven on a flat, even surface; the noise is no longer present.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242696Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B540123
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?Water leaking into the vehicle from the headliner/microphone area.
Associated Products (25)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242692Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B410722
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryWhile driving the vehicle on normal roads at 10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242690Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING; SUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B310223
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?Disturbing noises (thump/pop) when reversing slowly near the steering wheel limit position; for example, when leaving a parking space.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242686Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B120423
- Date Added:
- September 25, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?An unapproved nut was used for the ground point for the chassis ground.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - August 1, 2023•Document ID: 10242529Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsAIR BAGS; LANE DEPARTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B650122
- Date Added:
- September 18, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryA check control message (CCM) for the restraint system (Air bag) appears. In the instrument cluster, the red air bag warning light lights up permanently.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239595Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B011219
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryRadiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship has been extended to 15 years/150,000 miles as determined from the original in-service date.
Associated Products (30)Associated Documents - June 1, 2023•Document ID: 10239611Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- B630821
- Date Added:
- July 24, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryHeadlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed. The following fault codes are stored during a vehicle test: 80419A - Left high-beam headlight: Short circuit and/or 8041A5 - light outputs: Number of permitted short circuit cycles exceeded
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