2020 BMW B7 Alpina technical service bulletins
220 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2020 BMW B7 Alpina, including one warranty extension.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The Fuel Injector Condition-Specific Repair Coverage Program applies to qualifying repairs for the...
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- ?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.
- ?The sunroof will not operate in either direction.
- With the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service...
- 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.
- In the event of an accident, the two-battery Dual Storage System (DSS) is disconnected from the electrical...
- 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...
- There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving...
- One or more of the LED daytime running lights are dim or discolored.
- 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).
- The coolant lines routed to the exhaust turbochargers may develop an external coolant leak.
- There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving...
- After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or...
- Coolant leaking from the engine compartment
- A cracking, metallic noise from under the center of the vehicle.
- There is a howling or whistling noise from under the vehicle at 30 -37 mph (50 -60 km/h) when driving...
- The saved steering column positions, vertical and horizontal, are not stored long term.
- Due to a software error, Remote Software Upgrade (RSU) and Remote Support are currently not possible
- The sunroof will not operate in either direction
- After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror...
- After programming, the
- 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.
- Electrical system
- 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...
- The functionality of the right rear SRR sensor could be reduced which would display the "Driving...
- Note: Before performing a repair and submitting a claim, first confirm that the vehicle has the above...
- Component specific limited warranty extension
- BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians
- Information updated about engine oil filter cap drain plug
- 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
- Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
- Sport mode is not displayed correctly in the instrument cluster
- The steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an...
- Equipment: other: owners/service/other manual
- In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade(RSU)...
- Temporary black screen in the instrument cluster.
- The customer states that the vehicle locks itself when the last door was closed, even though the remote...
- SiriusXM satellite radio is not working and does not display a channel list.
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may...
- The SIM card installed in the telematics control unit (ATM2) connects to different mobile providers' networks
- While using the wireless charger, one or both of the following may occur: 1) The BMW display key or mobile...
- Customer states the following about their vehicle: active radio or music source is interrupted, the...
- The sunroof will not operate in either direction.
- The "energy management" Check control message (ID code 415) is falsely displayed when entering the vehicle.
- BMW of North America (BMW NA) has made information available online to customers about software versions,...
- For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the...
- For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the...
- BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service...
- With the introduction of BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service...
- In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade (RSU)...
- When charging the vehicle with an Occasional Use Charger (OUC) after previously using a Wallbox...
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the...
- Only warm air comes out of the vents despite the air conditioning being switched on. The status indicator...
- 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...
- The top view image of the vehicle is misaligned when observed in the Control Information Display (CID)....
- Check control message (CCM-ID 49) "You can continue driving
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective July 19, 2021) on certain Model Year 2020
- When the vehicle is operated in Sport Mode, the engine speed is no longer displayed in the BMW Head-Up...
- After programming the vehicle's electrical system Integration level I-level to 20-11-5xx or 21-03-5xx, the...
- When starting the vehicle vehicle at standstill, various yellow Check Control Messages CCMs appear
- 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
- Some of the vehicles listed above which were initially identified as requiring Recall Campaign 20V-601
- The total electrically driven miles are lost/reset after the vehicle is programmed
- The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule)...
- B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools
- HU-H3 mgu resets due to bluetooth connection with samsung android 11
- Delivery stop: radio remote control m sport
- Remote control is not detected
- Bmw connecteddrive services are not available
- 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...
- Sunroof reverses when closing
- Bmw remote software upgrade is not offered for installation
- RATTLING NOISE FROM THE FRONT HEADREST: A rattling noise can be heard coming from the front seat headrest.
- Programing the dual storage system and replace it if necessary
- 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
- Sporadic failure or cracking noise in bass speakers
- Replace all the ignition coils
- Checking the dual storage system and replace if necessary
- Bmw remote software upgrade is not offered for installation
- Replace all the ignition coils
- Remote control key or bmw display key buttons not working
- 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...
- Remote control is not detected
- Fuel filler door will not open
- Checking the dual storage system and replace if necessary
- Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning...
- High-voltage battery condition verification (20V-601)
- 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...
- Service action - replace right rear short range radar sensor (SRR)
- Failure of the electric steering column adjustment at higher cabin temperature
- ACTIVE AIR FLAP FAULT DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR: A check control message or MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp)...
- Service action - checking the dual storage system and replace if necessary
- Bmw turbocord portable EV 120 v/240 v charger
- New ECU validation needed after replacing certain control modules
- Remote software upgrade
- Eme ground connection monitoring faults
- Cracking noises from the frontaxle area while turning the wheels, when station
- Delivery stop - high-voltage battery
- Instrument cluster display shakes-shifts to the left
- Head unit resets when navigation is used in certain locations
- Lane departure warning - steering intervention too strong
- Comfort access and comfort go not possible
- Remote control is not detected
- Coolant leak from low temperature cooling circuit (N63R)
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Active air flap fault diagnosis and repair
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- Instrument cluster and onboard computer intermittently inoperative
- Service action - program the instrument cluster
- 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)...
- REPLACING THE RADIO/IHKA CONTROL PANEL: A CD cannot be inserted
- Front grille upper/lower air flaps - ltd wty ext to 10 yrs/120000 miles
- 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)...
- Passenger side upper active air flap stuck open/closed
- RATTLING NOISE FROM THE FRONT HEADREST: A rattling noise can be heard coming from the front seat headrest
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415...
- Service action
- Surround view wrong vehicle displayed after programming
- Reversing assistant limitations
- Dme fc 21A02D - combustion control: valve lift at idle
- Coolant leak from low temperature cooling circuit (N63R)
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- MIL may be illuminated by erroneous fault in the dme
- Ccm displayed "increased battery drain" caused by controller
- G12 lci acoustic signal when locking and unlocking cannot be activated
- Daytime running light is dim or discolored
- Fault 930C1E is found in the acsm
- 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
- Rearview camera: sporadically no image is displayed
- 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
- Delivery stop - replace high-pressure pump
- Creaking or rattling noise from sunroof area
- Service action - checking the dual storage system and replace if necessary
- Deactivation of the interior movement detector/tilt alarm sensor is not possible
- KAFAS04 (camera-based driver assistance systems) limitations
- Bmw connecteddrive services are not available
- Remote 3D view not available
- Engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal
- Delivery stop: N63R and N63M engine - check high temperature coolant system for contamination.
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415...
- Rearview camera
- Side panel rear light housings: ltd wty ext to 10 years without mileage limit
- Malfunction indicator lamp is illuminated with a crankshaft adaption fault
- Dme fault memory entry for the crankshaft sensor
- Dme fc 20E120 is stored and the MIL is illuminated
- Rear view camera fails to display image
- Display key is non-functional
- Sos malfunction displayed
- FRONT GRILLE UPPER/LOWER ACTIVE AIR FLAPS: LTD WTY EXT TO 15 YEARS/150000 MILES. A check engine light or...
- Delivery stop: N63R and N63M engine - check engine oil supply circuit for contamination.
- 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...
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