BMW X5 Service Bulletins
1,651 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 1, 2013•Document ID: 10038217Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-11-03-08
- Date Added:
- June 11, 2011
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: CRANKCASE PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS AND INFORMATION FOR ALL VEHICLES. *RM UPDATED ON 4/24/2013. *KB
Associated Products (97)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149443Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 515210
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryVarious Faults Concerning the Automatic Tailgate Operation. Complaints of sporadic or permanent faults may exist with the automatic tailgate function. One or more of the following fault codes have been stored: A2AB, A2B1, A2B2, A2B3, A2B4, A2B5, A2B6, A2B7, A2B8, A2B9, A2BA, A2BC, A2BE, and A6E2. CAUSE The following four main faults are currently known: 1. The lower tailgate does not close completely. 2. The tailgate wiring harness near the hinge area is damaged. 3. Fault in the left or right side electric spindle drive 4. Fault in the tailgate lock. 5. The tailgate lock and tailgate lift drive connectors may have corrosion or discoloration. If any is seen, the part must be replaced.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149441Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 513608
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory button typically will return the mirror to the stored position. Poor electrical contacts of the mirror drive in the mirror housing INFORMATION The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Complete the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. The test plan can be accessed via the following path: ""Information Search / Function Structure / Body / Mirror / Exterior mirrors / Driver's or passenger side / Electrochromic Mirror,"" and then press ""Start Search."" Select the test plan ""B5116_ECSPPL2."""
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149432Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 350113
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIncorrect Accelerator Pedal Module. During vehicle production, certain X5 and X6 models may have been produced with an accelerator pedal module that does not have the stainless steel trim.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - February 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149428Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 120512
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63: Drop in Engine Speed While Turning at Low Speeds. The engine speed may drop significantly below normal idling speed if the steering wheel is turned sharply at lower road speeds. Unfavorable DME software
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149301Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 180712
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryIncorrect Exhaust Tips Installed. The M Performance option calls for chrome black exhaust tips. Certain E70 and E71 vehicles with the M Performance option were incorrectly built with chrome exhaust tips.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149300Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 130712
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN63 and S63 Engine: High-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures. The customer complains that one of the following scenarios has been encountered while operating the vehicle: * During a cold start in the morning, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * During a hot start, the engine runs very roughly and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * While driving or idling, the engine will misfire and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. * Various misfire faults are stored in DME fault memory. CAUSE An internal failure of the high-pressure fuel injector can lead to incorrect operation.
Associated Products (69)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149296Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 121412
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position. A rattling noise can be heard from the engine compartment; the engine has a loss of power; and the Service Engine Soon lamp is illuminated. One or more of the following faults may be stored. E70, E71, E82, E88, E90, E92 and E93: 2D5A - VANOS, intake: control fault, camshaft sticking 2D5B - VANOS, intake: control fault, position not reached 2D60 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, camshaft sticking 2D61 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, position not reached 2D9F - camshaft input sensor: signal implausible 2DA1 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal implausible 300C - Camshaft input sensor: signal high 300D - Camshaft input sensor: signal low 300E - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal high 300F - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal low F07, F10, F12, F13 and F25: 130104 - VANOS, intake: control fault, camshaft sticking 130108 - VANOS, intake: control fault, position not reached 130304 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, camshaft sticking 130308 - VANOS, exhaust: control fault, position not reached 130E11 - Camshaft input sensor: signal implausible 130F11 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal implausible 164020 - Camshaft input sensor: signal high 164021 - Camshaft input sensor: signal low 164030 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal high 164031 - Camshaft exhaust sensor: signal low CAUSE One or both (intake and/or exhaust) of the VANOS gear assemblies have failed; the attaching bolts may have also loosened and/or broken.
Associated Products (26)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149295Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 120911
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryN55 - Delayed Throttle Response When Driving Off. Delayed throttle response when driving off with a high engine load This problem occurs mainly under the following conditions: * High ambient outside temperatures * The air conditioning is switched on * The steering wheel is turned slightly DME software calibration
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10149294Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 111112
- Date Added:
- November 26, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?SI B11 11 12 January 2013 EngineTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B11 11 12 dated November 2012. PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. BMW centers must ensure recalls are completed after having been notified by BMW of North America, LLC (BMWNA) that a safety-related defect or noncompliance exists in any motor vehicle or item of replacement equipment in the center's possession at the time of notification. In BMW NA's case, this notification would typically be made by the issuance of a recall notification in the form of a Service Information bulletin (SIB) or transmission of a Dealer Communication System (DCS) recall message. Under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966, as amended, if a recall campaign is announced by BMW NA, centers must ensure that all recalls on new vehicles and new items of replacement equipment are completed BEFORE delivery to the consumer. This means that centers may not legally deliver new motor vehicles or new items of replacement equipment to consumers with an open recall. The Safety Act also prohibits centers from selling or leasing the motor vehicle or item of replacement equipment, unless and until the open recall has been completed BEFORE delivery. This also pertains to vehicles in the Certified Pre-Owned program, and to items of replacement equipment. Finally, BMW centers should not sell or use parts that have been recalled by BMW NA. Please follow the specific instructions provided by BMW NA on the return or disposition of the parts. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Recall Campaign 12V-550:: Replace Hex Bolt with Internal Thread for Deflection Pulley. One of the alternator attaching bolts may fail. Subsequently the vehicle may lose power steering assist while driving. If power steering assistance is lost, the vehicle will remain control
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - January 1, 2013•Document ID: 10040044Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-12-09-11
- Date Added:
- August 15, 2011
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: THERE IS A DELAYED THROTTLE RESPONSE WHEN DRIVING OFF WITH A HIGH ENGINE LOAD. IT OCCURS WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE, THE A/C IS SWITCHED ON, AND THE WHEEL IS TURNED SLIGHTLY. THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM UPDATED ON 4/18/2013. *KB
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150389Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 652212
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: CIC - Install Navigation Road Map Database 2013. The Car Information Computer (CIC) road map database 2013 must be installed onto the CIC internal Hard Disc Drive (HDD).
Associated Products (70)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150385Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 650110
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary"CCC - ""Please Insert Navigation DVD"" Appears on CID. The navigation map DVD cannot be read or detected. The message ""Please insert navigation DVD"" appears in the CID (Central Information Display). The navigation system is inoperative. This situation may also occur when upgrading to a new navigation map. The old map is recognized but the new one is not. CAUSE Faulty DVD drive; read error due to hardening of the anti-vibration gel on the read head"
Associated Products (106)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150368Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 160712
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryService Action: Replace the Left and Right Fuel Level Sensor. After refueling, the fuel gauge will display an incorrect fuel level. When this occurs, the fuel gauge shows the fuel level as 3/4 full. CAUSE Due to a high proportion of ethanol in the fuel, the internal mechanisms of the fuel level sensors may swell. This may inhibit the movement of one or both of the fuel level sensors.
Associated Products (13)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10150364Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 010511
- Date Added:
- December 3, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
Summary?BMW has become aware of a potential problem with the durability of the Tank Leak Diagnostic Module (DMTL) pump on MY 2007, 2008 and 2009 BMW X5 vehicles equipped with the N52K engine. A small percentage of these vehicles will actually develop this problem. Some of the affected vehicles will have the Service Engine Soon lamp illuminated, but the vehicle?s drivability and engine performance will not be reduced by this DMTL pump malfunction.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10051419Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB160712
- Date Added:
- March 6, 2013
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. DUE TO HIGH PROPORTION OF ETHANOL IN THE FUEL, THE INTERNAL MECHANISMS OF THE FUEL LEVEL SENSORS MAY SWELL. THIS MAY INHIBIT THE MOVEMENT OF ONE OR BOTH OF THE FUEL LEVEL SENSORS. *JS
Associated Products (29)Associated Documents - December 1, 2012•Document ID: 10051299Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-010511
- Date Added:
- March 5, 2013
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. N52K ENGINE DMTL PUMP: EMISSIONS WARRANTY EXTENSIONS TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES. BMW HAS BECOME AWARE OF A POTENTIAL PROBLEM WITH THE DURABILITY OF THE TANK LEAK DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (DMTL) PUMP ON MY 2007,2008, AND 2009.*JS
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - November 1, 2012•Document ID: 10049679Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-12-18-12
- Date Added:
- January 18, 2013
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: IF BSD COMMUNICATION IS DISRUPTED, OIL LEVEL SENSOR DATA IS NO LONGER RECEIVED BY DME. BSD COMMUNICATION FAULT(S), AFTER REPAIRS ARE SHORTLY SET, REQUIRES REMOVAL OF IGNITION HARNESS FROM CYLINDER HEAD COVER. ALL MODELS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - November 1, 2012•Document ID: 10045282Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-11-07-12
- Date Added:
- August 27, 2012
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW: WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, AT TIMES WOULD BE ROUGH RUNNING; WHITE OR BLUE SMOKE SEEN EXITING EXHAUST SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE OIL IS CONSUMED ABOVE SPECIFICATIONS. *PE UPDATED 1/11/13. *PE
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - November 1, 2012•Document ID: 10032779Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SIB-11-02-08
- Date Added:
- May 21, 2010
- Manufacturer:
- BMW
SummaryBMW VEHICLE: THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON (MIL) LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AND A POWER REDUCTION IS CLEARLY PERCEPTIBLE. THIS SITUATION MAY OCCUR AFTER DRIVING FOR SOME TIME WITH THE ENGINE ALREADY AT FULL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. IF THE IGNITION IS CYCLED, THE ENGINE THEN USUALLY PERFORMS NORMALLY. *PE UPDATED 2/7/11. *PE UPDATED ON 06/09/2011. *KB UPDATED 8/10/11. *PE UPDATED 1/11/13. *PE
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