2016 BMW M235I technical service bulletins
289 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2016 BMW M235I.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few...
- At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking,...
- Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop
- After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes...
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
- After an automatic engine start (MSA start), the transmission intermittently goes into the Park "P" or...
- The sunroof and/or panoramic sunroof jams sporadically.
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may...
- The Headunit High (HU-H), also called NBT, began replacing the Car Information Computer (CIC) on certain...
- Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension
- Component and Issue Specific Limited Emission Warranty Extension
- The quick disconnect coupling on the cylinder head coolant vent line could break at the cylinder head
- Customer may complain of reduced air flow when the air conditioning system is operated for an extended...
- Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box.
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the...
- On rare occasions during an engine oil service, the BMW Original (Genuine) engine oil filter insert is...
- Groaning, scraping, or squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel area in the interior of the vehicle,...
- The discontinuation of 3G cellular communication for Combox, TCB 3G and ATM 3G (Telematics ControlModule)...
- B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools
- Groaning from the side windows
- Telematics unit deactivation due to 3G cellular technology discontinuation
- Telematics unit retrofit to 4G cellular technology
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal...
- Washer Fluid Reservoir Rattles While Driving on Rough Roads: Rattling noises heard from vicinity of glove box.
- Combustion control valve lift at idle
- Bmw maintenance booklet and OEM tire manufacturers' warranties
- ?A/c cooling intermittent reduction of air flow:
- Paint on the b-pillar is scratched/damaged
- Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning...
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- Navigation system - reporting missing or incorrect roadmap data
- B58C and B58M engines engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal
- Tank ventilation and mixture control faults stored in the dme
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER: A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415...
- Dme fc 21A02D - combustion control: valve lift at idle
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- Ccm displayed "increased battery drain" caused by controller
- Automated activation of navigation system during pdi/QC1
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal
- Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14...
- CCM DISPLAYED "INCREASED BATTERY DRAIN" CAUSED BY CONTROLLER. A yellow CCM (Check Control Message) ID 415...
- Side panel rear light housings: ltd wty ext to 10 years without mileage limit
- Sos malfunction displayed
- Engine does not start below freezing temperatures
- Convertible top creaking noise
- Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid...
- Nbt evo changes between selections by itself without driver input- ghost behavior
- Front Suspension Ride Height Has Dropped: The front suspension ride height has dropped on one or both...
- THUMPING NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE WHILE STEERING: A "thumping" noise is heard from the front axle area during...
- Head unit nbt evo (HU-H2) programming abort
- A/c cooling: intermittent reduction of air flow
- Security improvements for connecteddrive.
- Dme fc 21A02D - combustion control: valve lift at idle
- Diagnosing noise from the rear exhaust flap (B58)
- Rework the steering gear.
- Diagnostic hint: catalytic converter inspection after loss of crankshaft signal.
- Engine vibrations or noise
- N55 engine: fc 28A0 or 101F01 throttle valve opening angle.
- Service Information June 2019 General Electrical Systems B61 08 19 Technical Service WINDSHIELD WIPERS...
- Due to an issue during supplier production the driver and/or passenger knee air bags could become damaged...
- Head unit nbt evo (HU-H2) programming abort.
- Fault 118002 - mixture too rich sets during winter with cold ambient temperatures.
- Delivery stop: program control units (DME)
- Noises from the fuel tank at idle and with low fuel level.
- The tail light mounting brackets may be cracked or broken
- Information
- Telematics control unit activation via dcsnet for bmw assist.
- Bluetooth connection is lost during a phone call.
- Delivery stop: rework tail lights.
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service...
- Steering gear movement not smooth.
- The vehicle does not start battery totally discharged.
- Nbt evo changes between selections by itself without driver input- ghost behavior.
- Phone call audio autonomously switch from vehicle to phone.
- Front passenger seat sporadic movement.
- Black spot in the central information.
- Program the digital motor electronics (DME).
- Engine stalls after starting or will not start.
- Rework the steering gear.
- Fault 118002 - mixture too rich sets during winter with cold ambient temperatures.
- Seat thigh support upholstery is protruding.
- RATTLE NOISE FROM LOWER A-PILLAR. A rattle noise is present from the lower area of the A-Pillar
- Service action
- RAIN/LIGHT SENSOR (RLS): OIL LEAKAGE FROM GEL PAD. ??Oil leaking from the Rain/Light Sensor (RLS). Note:...
- ?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
- Buzzing noise from valvetronic motor before or after engine operation
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- RATTLE NOISE FROM DOOR WHEN CLOSING: A rattle or buzzing sound may be heard from either door when closing.
- After exchanging the front electronic module (FEM), programming / encoding is not possible
- Steering wheel buttons do not function reliably
- Memory seat adjustment is limited
- Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data
- Component protection active
- 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
- Instrument cluster outside temperature display implausible
- Nbt-evo
- Iphone: call list missing after restart
- Nbt-evo
- Connecteddrive-remote services do not function
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- Headlight assemblies have visible internal moisture/condensation
- HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING: HVAC blower is not working.
- Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the...
- Convertible top headliner is worn above rear window
- Fuel gauge erroneous display
- Head unit high resets with connection of iphone 8, iphone 8+ or iphone x
- Bmw apps randomly starts playing on its own
- Check control message (CCM): assistance system restricted after deleting transport mode
- Engine vibrations or noise.
- Delivery stop rework tail lights.
- Water inside rear light assembly.
- 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...
- Exterior mirror: creaking noises
- NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied.
- Various ccm (check control messages) caused by shorted k-can.
- Battery discharge ccm (check control message) displayed: comfort access disabled.
- Washer Fluid Reservoir Rattles While Driving on Rough Roads
- Erroneous service inclusive cbs display.
- A/C Cooling: Intermittent Reduction of Air Flow What is new The date in repair procedure and warranty...
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84...
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
- Edge corrosion in the inner door jamb area.
- ?STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS DO NOT FUNCTION RELIABLY. ? Sporadic or continuous malfunction of multifunction...
- Information
- ?N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ?...
- Exterior bmw roundel emblems separate and fall off.
- Time display (CLOCK) error in instrument cluster.
- ?INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAYS MIXED UNITS. When the displayed unit of measurement is changed from miles to...
- List of available FM radio stations temporarily not available
- ?Telematics Device Spares Replacement Part Activation via DCSnet for BMW Assist What's New: ? Model: All...
- The underlying 2G technology for the GSM (Global System Mobile communication) COMBOX will no longer be...
- Headunit navigation maps (hu-h HU-H2 hu-b)
- N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Procedure...
- Noises from top of a-pillar .
- Exterior mirror: creaking noises
- Convertible roof: tensioning strap replacement
- ?Instrument Cluster Failure at Low Ambient Temperature
- ?NBT HEAD UNIT ABORTS IMPORT OF CD Whats New: ? G12 (7 Series) removed ? I01 (i3) removed ? Warranty...
- ?SATELLITE RADIO DETERIORATION IN RECEPTION QUALITY DUE TO NEW CELLULAR FREQUENCIES . INFORMATION Inform...
- ?SERVICE ACTION: SUPPLEMENTARY PAGE NEEDED IN OWNER'S MANUAL . Operator's manual of affected vehicles does...
- ?FRONT SUSPENSION RIDE HEIGHT HAS DROPPED . INFORMATION Please refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog...
- ?CREAKING NOISE ON SIDE OF CONVERTIBLE TOP NEAR CENTER/FRONT . While driving on uneven surface, creaking...
- ?MISSING AUDIO NOTIFICATION WHEN STORING SEAT MEMORY . When saving seat memory settings (Memory 1 or...
- ?Various Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K- CAN This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI...
- ?SeriesOptionDescription F22, F23, F30, F31, F32, F33, F34, F36, F25, F26, F48, 05AR Traffic Jam...
- ?EXTERIOR MIRROR: CREAKING NOISES. Accumulation of dust in the joint gap seal.
- ?SERVICE ACTION: CONVERTIBLE ROOF: TENSIONING STRAP REPLACEMENT Please perform the procedure outlined in...
- Convertible roof: tensioning strap replacement.
- Si B65 09 15
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin...
- 8HP: transmission fluid loss from cooler lines connections.
- Headlight assemblies have visible internal moisture/condensation.
- Nbt-evo
- Cbs brake pad calculation and correction.
- ?WATER INSIDE REAR LIGHT ASSEMBLY. Water is inside rear light assembly
- ?AUDIO VOLUME NOT RESTORED AFTER MSA STOP, ENTRY HEAD UNIT. Volume of audio system (when set to near...
- Nbt navigation does not route on toll roads
- Creaking noises from door trim panel.
- Paint on the b-pillar is scratched/damaged.
- THE HEADLINER RETAINING STRAPS ARE TORN OR CHAFED.Customer notices torn or chafed headliner bands (straps)...
- HVAC blower not working
- Sos malfunction displayed.
- Service action: supplementary page needed in owner's manual.
- DSC ""WHEEL SPEED SENSOR"" FAULT CODES AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP- DIAGNOSTIC. 1. DSC's fault codes...
- Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label
- Tailgate unintentionally opens.
- HVAC BLOWER NOT WORKING. HVAC blower is not working
- Information on the operation of the smart opener
- Bmw online non-functional: check icc-id in account.
- Bmw online non-functional: check icc-id in account
- N20
- Thumping noises from the front section of the vehicle
- Various Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61...
- Center Information Display Switching off
- Passenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change
- Si B51 23 15
- ""Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display
- Bluetooth Connection Failures
- Tech24 Snap-in Adapter Return
- Steering Assistance Failed After an Engine Start
- Various Check Control Messages Caused by Shorted K-CAN. The
- The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full
- Instrument Cluster Resets during Active Navigation
- TEC26 Turbo Charger Return
- Tec25 Wishbone Return
- Vibrations Felt In Steering Wheel Only When Steering Wheel Heating Is Active
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant R1234yf Introduction
- NBT Head Unit Aborts Import of CD. While importing a CD to the internal music collection of an NBT head...
- NBT and Entry Head Unit Software Update for Improved Satellite Radio Reception
- Sporadic Failure of Different Audio Channels
- Nbt-evo
- Hissing Noise from Speakers when Radio Volume is Turned Down
- During the QC1 the BMW Assist Test Call Fails
- MINI "Enhanced" dealer self authorized (DSA)K goodwill program
- MINI engine oil part number transition and model year 2016 engine oils
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 12 33 14 dated December 2015
- Si B13 03 15
- Si B36 01 15
- February 2016 General Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI...
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 09 15 dated January 2016
- Subject
- Si B84 03 14
- Vehicles which have had the Instrument Cluster (KOMBI) replaced may display incorrect CBS (Condition Based...
- ?Clock gains or loses time
- Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent
- ?SUBJECT Incremental Map Update of the NBT EVO Head Unit . Customers may be receiving onscreen messages...
- ?SUBJECT During the QC1 the BMW Assist Test Call Fails . After the transport mode is deleted (during the...
- Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon light is on. Fault Code 1D2008: Map thermostat:...
- ?SI B34 08 14 Brakes December 2015 Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 34 08...
- The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full
- Instrument Cluster Outside Temperature Display Implausible
- XM Satellite Radio Reception
- HU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently
- Grinding or cracking noise when putting vehicle in gear/ ""Drive Disturbed"" displayed
- Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Monitor (RDCi) Failure
- Vehicles were built without the Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO) Mirror and are missing option code 319...
- The left A-pillar/bulkhead joint may be leaking
- Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive
- The Driver's Door Can No Longer Be Opened from the Outside
- Ihka
- Ihka
- Ihka
- Dwa
- Delivery Stop: Retrofit Repair Satellite Radio (Option Code SA655)
- Parking Maneuvering Assistant and Park Distance Control Failure
- After activation, the PMA (Parking Maneuvering Assistant) or PDC (Park Distance Control) system stops...
- HU-B: Bluetooth Connection Fails Sporadically
- ConnectedDrive Messages Are Not Received In the Vehicle
- Vibration or Shudder from Driveline when Accelerating from a Stop
- Instrument Cluster: CBS ""Running-in Check"" is Displayed
- Engine Malfunction Warning Illuminated with FC 193208: Fuel Level Plausibility Stored in DME. The
- Power-Assisted Steering Failure
- Ticking Noise from Front Axle When Cornering
- Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed
- Horn Blows when Unlocking Vehicle
- NAV Road Map Installation Using USB Stick
- BMW Remote App Vehicle Locator Service Malfunctions Sporadically
- Seat Belt Flaps when Soft Top Open
- 8HP: Transmission Fluid Loss from Cooler Lines Connections
- Horn(s) Fail to Work
- ?SI B12 21 14May 2015 Engine Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin...
- Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics
- Groaning Noise from Front Door Window Glass
- Convertible Top Makes Noise
- ?SI B00 06 14April 2015 Maintenance and General HintsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin...
- N20 and N26 Engines: ETK Injector Part Number Error
- N20 and N26 Engine: Oil Leaks from Cylinder Head Cover
- General Electrical Systems Technical Service
- Remote Control Not Detected and/or Engine Will Not Start
- One or both of the situations listed below may be encountered: ? Android device connection stability...
- SUBJECT N20 and N26 Differential Pressure Sensor Fault 195002 Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon (MIL)...
- Subject dme
- Subject N55
- SUBJECT N20, N26, and N55 Engines with Injector Electrical Faults
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- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 13 12 dated September 2012
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 24 13 dated January 2014
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