2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe technical service bulletins
161 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe, 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 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...
- At low outside temperatures (below 40 degrees F) and slow driving speeds (i.e. when parking,...
- 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)....
- Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a stop
- ?Unusual noises occur only when operating the steering column in the axial direction.
- With the introduction of the BMW Remote Software Upgrade, all Service Pack 18 vehicles and partial Service...
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop effective June 6, 2023 on certain Model Year 2023
- 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.
- Condensation is present on the inner surfaces in one or both taillights (circled).
- 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
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective February 9, 2023) on certain Model Year 2022
- Upon opening and closing the tailgate, a creaking/groaning sound can be heard from tailgate actuator.
- After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode) Enabling Codes...
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective February 9, 2023) on certain Model Year 2022
- Issues with the various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS system) can...
- The gear selector switch (GWS) consists of the control electronics circuit and the selector lever
- In SPORT mode, a black square appears in the RPM gauge (tachometer) section of the instrument cluster display.
- Customer states there is no audio playback (telephony, navigation, radio) and system sounds (PDC, turn...
- Customer is shown an incorrect GPS location in the vehicle (i.e., Nav Map, coordinates).
- A cracking, metallic noise from under the center of the vehicle.
- 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
- Visible white spots on the edge of the central information display (CID) from being touched with a finger.
- After opening the vehicle with the radio remote control and changing the profile, the exterior mirror...
- The customer complains that the radio stations change by themselves.
- 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.
- 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...
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is administrating a Special Tire-Specific Support Program for irregular...
- BMW offers a new special ISTA Installation made available for Roadside Assistance / Mobile Service technicians
- Information updated about engine oil filter cap drain plug
- There is a shudder or jerking feeling coming from the rear of the vehicle at low speeds and low engine...
- 48 V battery may become totally discharged, and possible replacement needed.
- Check Control message (CCM) displays "Vehicle key missing" after engine start.
- The steering intervention for Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is too strong (severe), which can create an...
- When locking the vehicle using the remote, the rear roof sunblind closes
- In some rare cases a customer vehicle might be excluded from one or more Remote Software Upgrade(RSU)...
- 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 "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,...
- BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is administering a Special Tire-specific Support Program for irregular...
- 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 performing an engine oil service on vehicles equipped with a S63M engine the ETK states to use...
- 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
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle...
- 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...
- 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...
- B58 engine: engine oil filter removal procedure and tools
- Remote control is not detected
- Bmw connecteddrive services are not available
- Remote 3D view not available
- Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused by high thermal...
- Bmw remote software upgrade is not offered for installation
- CLICKING NOISE FROM REAR FOOTWELL AREA WHEN MOVING SEAT(S): A clicking noise is heard from the rear...
- Programing the dual storage system and replace it if necessary
- Top view camera image is misaligned
- Condensation in taillight
- Sporadic failure or cracking noise in bass speakers
- Bmw remote software upgrade is not offered for installation
- Replace all the ignition coils
- ?TANK VENTILATION DIAGNOSIS: There is software error in the diagnosis of the fuel tank ventilation valve
- When locking vehicle, doors are locked but vehicle is not secured
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is illuminated with fault memory CDC152
- ?PROGRAM HEAD UNIT: Satellite radio content is not available over IP, this does not affect channels...
- ?GESTURE CONTROL UNINTENDED OPERATION: The Gesture camera inadvertently detects movement and performs...
- Remote control is not detected
- Tank ventilation diagnosis
- Fuel filler door will not open
- When locking vehicle, doors are locked but vehicle is not secured
- Head unit resets with fault code B7F8F9 reset watchdog
- Active cruise control - unexpected deceleration
- Surround view - parking view images displayed incorrectly
- Top view camera
- GROANING NOISE DURING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN: A groaning type noise is heard...
- Seat heating not activated when engine is started using remote starting system
- Cc message "failure of head restraint adjustment on passenger's side"
- Service action - replace left rear short range radar sensor (SRR)
- Service action - replace right rear short range radar sensor (SRR)
- Failure of the electric steering column adjustment at higher cabin temperature
- Rear axle shudder at slow speeds
- New ECU validation needed after replacing certain control modules
- Remote software upgrade
- 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
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- 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...
- B58C and B58M engines engine oil filter insert is difficult to remove - removal
- Jerking or shuddering from the driveline (xdrive transfer case ATX13-X)
- Surround view wrong vehicle displayed after programming
- Reversing assistant limitations
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- 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
- Comfort access and comfort go not possible
- Rearview camera: sporadically no image is displayed
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- 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
- Rearview camera
- JINGLING NOISE HEARD FROM PASSENGER B-PILLAR WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH ROADS. A "jingling" noise can be heard...
- Malfunction indicator lamp is illuminated with a crankshaft adaption fault
- Dme fault memory entry for the crankshaft sensor
- Engine does not start below freezing temperatures
- Checking the thrust washer and the rear axle anti-roll bar.
- Helpful information for customer discussions regarding motorsport vehicle brakes
- 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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