2018 BMW 640I technical service bulletins
279 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 BMW 640I, including 5 warranty extensions.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- A situation may occur where the front passenger seat is not occupied; however, a “fasten seat belt”...
- The Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Front Passenger’s Seat Occupancy Capacitive Interior Sensor (CIS)...
- Evap system purge (VENT) valve ext ltd wty (ELW) 15/150
- One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
- Check Control message (CCM) indicates: (ID 213): Stop, exercising due care
- The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP)...
- The Central Information Display goes black intermittently due to resets of the Head Unit (HU-H3)....
- Situation
- Pressure control valve (PCV) extended ltd wty 15 years/150,000 miles
- ?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.
- ?The front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted.
- Radiator Grille Upper and Lower Active Air Flaps limited warranty for defects in materials or workmanship...
- A vehicle arrives at your center to be diagnosed for a micro-leak in the fuel evaporative (EVAP) system...
- A groaning type noise is heard during the height adjustment.
- The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving
- Headlight check control (CC) message 128 "High beam headlight failure" is displayed
- The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still
- Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- Due to a software error, the vehicle sporadically does not achieve sleep mode
- After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes...
- Issues with the various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS system) can...
- Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn...
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
- Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
- With the court's FINAL approval, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) has entered into a nationwide...
- The saved steering column positions, vertical and horizontal, are not stored long term.
- After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror...
- According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle...
- The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
- Due to a production error, the telematics control units were delivered without an IMS configuration.
- Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension
- The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may...
- Check Control Message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
- When using the Key Reader to retrieve information from the customer's key, no current vehicle data is...
- Mist formation on the windshield inside surface may occur at departure or after MSA (automaticstart/stop)
- The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain...
- Component specific limited warranty extension
- 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
- Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
- This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be...
- The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head
- Temporary black screen in the instrument cluster.
- Customer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the...
- Inform the customer during a consultation that the M Compound (standard equipment) and M Carbon Ceramic...
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the...
- The air conditioning cycles from cold to warm air while driving or while at a stand still
- The BMW key card cannot be activated
- The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID)....
- The customer may complain of a check control message stating "Safe share detected" (CCM-ID 953)
- Check control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving
- When the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up...
- On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is...
- Upon visual inspection, the passenger side upper active air flaps are either stuck open or closed, and...
- Front seat will not calibrate/initialize, and the stored faults cannot be deleted
- The driver's seat and/or passenger seat rattles ("cracking" noise) during load reversal
- SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
- The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule)...
- Class action settlement: N54/N54T/N55 electric engine coolant pump .
- B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools
- HU-H3 mgu resets due to bluetooth connection with samsung android 11
- Bmw connecteddrive services are not available
- Telematics unit deactivation due to 3G cellular technology discontinuation
- Remote 3D view not available
- Telematics unit retrofit to 4G cellular technology
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal...
- Instrument cluster display shakes-shifts to the left
- LED light carpet is dim or distorted
- Top view camera image is misaligned
- Combustion control valve lift at idle
- Seat fails to initialize due to missing end stop
- Sunroof reverses when closing
- Sporadic failure or cracking noise in bass speakers
- Incorrect torque specification for the high-pressure pump in ista
- ?BMW DIGITAL KEY CARD IS NOT DETECTED WHEN PLACED ON THE NFC TRAY: The
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated with fault memory CDC152
- ?INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY SHAKES-SHIFTS TO THE LEFT: The Instrument cluster intermittently flickers,...
- ?DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT IS DIM OR DISCOLORED: One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or...
- ?NO PREVIEW IMAGES DISPLAYED IN THE REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT: The rear seat entertainment screens do not...
- ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs...
- Ticking noise from the front axle when cornering
- Fuel filler door will not open
- Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning...
- Head unit resets with fault code B7F8F9 reset watchdog
- Active cruise control - unexpected deceleration
- Surround view - parking view images displayed incorrectly
- Top view camera
- Front grille upper/lower active air flaps: ltd wty ext to 15 years/150,000 miles
- GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard...
- New ECU validation needed after replacing certain control modules
- Cracking noises from the frontaxle area while turning the wheels, when station
- Doors will not completely latch
- Instrument cluster display shakes-shifts to the left
- Head unit resets when navigation is used in certain locations
- Comfort access and comfort go not possible
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- Instrument cluster and onboard computer intermittently inoperative
- Navigation system - reporting missing or incorrect roadmap data
- Bmw connecteddrive apps are no longer available after programming
- COOLANT LEVEL CHECK AND TOP-OFF AT SECOND OIL SERVICE: A new, additional coolant level check task is now...
- ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)...
- Front grille upper/lower active air flaps
- B58C and B58M engines engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal
- Tank ventilation and mixture control faults stored in the dme
- Jerking or shuddering from the driveline (xdrive transfer case ATX13-X)
- ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)...
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415...
- Surround view wrong vehicle displayed after programming
- Dme fc 21A02D - combustion control: valve lift at idle
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- GROANING OR CRACKING NOISE WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOORS: A groaning or cracking sound is present when...
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- Sunroof reverses when closing
- Ccm displayed "increased battery drain" caused by controller
- Daytime running light is dim or discolored
- Displays sporadically react very slowly when scrolling in the audio menu
- Automated activation of navigation system during pdi/QC1
- Rear view camera fails to display image
- Comfort access and comfort go not possible
- False warnings that the front passenger seat is occupied without the seat belt buckled
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Erroneous electric fan function fault stored in the dme
- Deactivation of the interior movement detector/tilt alarm sensor is not possible
- Check control message crossing traffic warning whileparking
- Bmw connecteddrive services are not available
- Remote 3D view not available
- Limited warranty extensionto 10 years/120000 miles
- Engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415...
- Malfunction indicator lamp is illuminated with a crankshaft adaption fault
- Rear view camera fails to display image
- Display key is non-functional
- Engine does not start below freezing temperatures
- Door latching complaints in cold weather
- Instrument cluster remains dark after starting the vehicle
- INCORRECT CONDITION BASED SERVICE DATA FOR BRAKE FLUID SERVICE. "Brake fluid service due since 12/2001" is...
- Humming rumbling noises after opening the door
- Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid...
- Instrument cluster and onboard computer intermittently inoperative
- Engine speed dependent noise during audio playback
- No audio is available for approximately 30 seconds after head unit start up
- Sunroof reverses when closing.
- Display key is non-functional.
- Active air flap fault diagnosis and repair
- Drivers assistance system: check control message is displayed.
- False warnings that the front passenger seat is occupied without the seat belt buckled
- Delivery stop: replace the gear selector switch
- Head unit nbt evo (HU-H2) programming abort
- RATTLING NOISE FROM THE 2ND ROW SEAT BACKREST. A rattling noise can be heard from the backrest of the 2nd...
- Delivery stop: gear selector switch.
- Security improvements for connecteddrive.
- Dme fc 21A02D - combustion control: valve lift at idle
- Active air flap fault diagnosis and repair.
- Passenger side upper active air flap stuck open/closed.
- CRACKING NOISE FROM DASHBOARD TRIM. A cracking noise is present from the area of the dashboard trim when...
- Erroneous fault 1F2505 is stored in the dme
- Rattle noise from tailgate: A rattle noise is present in the area of the tailgate while driving
- Click clack noises in backrest area of front seat
- Engine vibrations or noise
- High engine speed immediately after starting.
- Various check control messages for driver assistance systems.
- Head unit nbt evo (HU-H2) programming abort.
- Comfort access and comfort go not possible.
- Fault 118002 - mixture too rich sets during winter with cold ambient temperatures.
- Erroneous electric fan function fault stored in the dme.
- Various check control messages for driver assistance systems.
- Information
- Heater hose is contacting the steering shaft
- Door latching complaints in cold weather.
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service...
- Heads up display sporadically inoperative.
- Humming/rumbling noises after opening the door.
- The vehicle does not start battery totally discharged.
- Night vision 3: internal software error fault.
- Power windows will not initialize after window lift motor replacement.
- Panoramic sunroof does not open or close.
- Daytime running light is dim or discolored.
- B58 engine: oil leak from turbocharger.
- No cooling intermittently from vents.
- FM radio static heard between 88 to 97 mhz.
- Fault code 804417 caused by the remote key.
- False warnings that the front passenger seat is occupied without the seat belt buckled.
- Fault 118002 - mixture too rich sets during winter with cold ambient temperatures.
- The fuel delivery unit (in-tank fuel pump) may be incorrect part installed for the Model/Market.
- Check and, if necessary, replace the fuel delivery unit.
- Power windows will not initialize after window lift motor replacement.
- Seat memory switch sporadically not functioning.
- Radio remote sporadically inoperative
- Comfort access and passive go do not work after replacing a remote key.
- Service action
- Rear view camera fails to display image.
- False warnings that the front passenger seat is occupied without the seat belt buckled.
- Dme fc 1C0102 is stored with no other related faults.
- ?DYNAMIC STABILTY CONTROL WARNING ON WITH LIMITED POWER STEERING ASSIST This Service Information bulletin...
- ?DISPLAY KEY IS NON-FUNCTIONAL. Display key is non-functional
- ?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially...
- ?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional
- False warnings that the front passenger seat is occupied without the seat belt buckled
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Phone contacts: headunit basic 2 sorting order
- Seat memory switch sporadically not functioning
- Heads up display sporadically inoperative
- Fuel gauge incorrectly displaying low fuel level after vehicle is refueled
- Program control units (DME)
- Memory seat adjustment is limited
- Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data
- Component protection active
- Window will not close after repeated button pushes
- Heads up display sporadically inoperative
- Fuel gauge incorrectly displaying low fuel level
- Navigation pro (nbt evo) map update not possible, navigation does not start
- Bmw online non-functional: check icc-id in account: bmw
- Head unit high 2 reset while bluetooth is connected
- Dme fc 1C0102 is stored with no other related faults
- Heater hose is contacting the steering shaft
- Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
- Electromechanical holding brake (EMF) error
- Ticking noise from the front axle when cornering
- ACTIVE REAR SPOILER MALFUNCTION: A check control message (Message ID 822) may be displayed, indicating...
- Power windows will not initialize after window lift motor replacement
- Diagnostic communication with flexray control modules not possible
- Instrument cluster outside temperature display implausible
- Nbt-evo
- Comfort access sporadically inactive via door handle
- Rear view camera fails to display image
- Rear view camera cannot be controlled via idrive
- Iphone: call list missing after restart
- Nbt-evo
- Contactless tailgate (smart opener) is too sensitive
- Erroneous head-up display fault in instrument cluster: B7F6E3 - HUD
- Engine vibrations or noise.
- LED light carpet is dim or distorted.
- Deactivation of the automatic air recirulation.
- Cracking noises from the front axle area while turning the wheels, when stationary or parking
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- No audio playback after replacing the head unit high 2 (HU-H2)
- Nbt-evo (next generation navigation professional) head unit cannot be swapped between vehicles for...
- Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple...
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
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