2011 BMW X3 technical service bulletins
360 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2011 BMW X3.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of 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...
- A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards
- This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- 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
- For the eligible vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) is extending the limited warranty for the...
- According to the customer, the airbag warning light was on, but it may not be illuminated when the vehicle...
- The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may...
- Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension
- Component-Specific Limited Warranty Extension
- BMW AG has issued a Delivery Stop (effective March 28, 2022) on certain Model Year 2022 BMW vehicles that...
- The 3G network in the US has been shut down
- A check control message for the restraint system appears
- 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 specific limited warranty extension
- 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 .
- Telematics unit deactivation due to 3G cellular technology discontinuation
- Telematics unit retrofit to 4G cellular technology
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- Navigation system - reporting missing or incorrect roadmap data
- Ticking noise while cornering without the brakes applied
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- The instrument cluster displays various check control messages instrument cluster displays various check...
- Automated activation of navigation system during pdi/QC1
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME: This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 5) replaces SI B12 33 14...
- Optimizing the water drain.
- Front Suspension Ride Height Has Dropped: The front suspension ride height has dropped on one or both...
- Rattle/popping from tailgate area
- Rattle noise from sunroof area
- Security improvements for connecteddrive.
- Cic
- N20 Engine: Ticking Noise from High-pressure Fuel Pump
- Service Action: Programming Update for Condition Based Service (CBS) Data
- N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- N52T / N55 with 8HP45: Delay in Engine Response
- 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 March 2018 Drivers Assistance Remote Control Systems B66 23 17 Technical Service This...
- Information
- Telematics control unit activation via dcsnet for bmw assist.
- Vehicle does not start battery totally discharged
- The vehicle does not start battery totally discharged.
- Front passenger seat sporadic movement.
- Black spot in the central information.
- RATTLE NOISE FROM LOWER A-PILLAR. A rattle noise is present from the lower area of the A-Pillar
- Sunroof repair kit components.
- 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
- The instrument cluster displays various check control messages.
- Connecteddrive/bmw assist system diagnosis information
- Turbo boost actuator rod loose (diesel)
- Memory seat adjustment is limited
- The instrument cluster displays various check control messages
- Navigation system: reporting missing or incorrect road map data
- Navigation pro (nbt evo) map update not possible, navigation does not start
- Door cannot be opened with comfort access
- 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
- Iphone: call list missing after restart
- Contactless tailgate (smart opener) is too sensitive
- Connecteddrive-remote services do not function
- Tailgate unintentionally opens
- Integrated Navigation Voice Not Loud Enough: Integrated Navigation voice guidance is not loud enough to be...
- Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the...
- 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.
- N20 and N26 engines turbocharger electric wastegate actuator linkage pin corrosion
- No audio playback after replacing the head unit high 2 (HU-H2)
- Bluetooth Connection Failures: There are various connectivity failures with the following devices: Apple...
- MIL is on with dme fault 195014 - differential pressure sensor
- NBT Head Unit High (HU-H) Resets Intermittently or Permanently
- Water leak near roof function center (FZD)
- Grating or Scraping Noise When Turning Steering Wheel
- Airbag warning light: acsm fc 930A60 or 930A1C seat occupancy detection.
- Erroneous service inclusive cbs display.
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B84...
- The engine?s intake charge-air duct limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles applies to...
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
- Voluntary emissions recall campaign 17E-A02 - replace activated charcoal filter and nvld sensor holder
- Edge corrosion in the inner door jamb area.
- Warranty information
- ?N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ?...
- Replace activated charcoal filter and nvld sensor holder.
- Time display (CLOCK) error in instrument cluster.
- ?Telematics Device Spares Replacement Part Activation via DCSnet for BMW Assist What's New: ? Model: All...
- Gsm combox deactivation / discontinuation with 4 year assist service.
- 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...
- Replace activated charcoal filter and nvld sensor holder
- ?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...
- ?N20 AND N26 ENGINE: HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE FROM LOWER ENGINE AREA . Whining noise from the lower...
- ?DELIVERY STOP: ACTIVATED CHARCOAL FILTER. A Delivery Stop has been issued on the BMW X3 and X4 produced...
- ? DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) CLEANING . The following performance issues may be noticed by the...
- ? NO REGENERATION OF THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI...
- ?RATTLE/ POPPING FROM REAR HATCH AREA . There are two related but separate issues (only one may be present...
- ?VERTICAL LINES IN HEAD-UP DISPLAY. Run diagnostics and if display is found to be damaged, replace Head-Up...
- Si B65 09 15
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin...
- Headlight assemblies have visible internal moisture/condensation.
- Nbt-evo
- USB device is not detected by CHAMP2 head unit.
- Cbs brake pad calculation and correction.
- CID Split Screen Always Changes Back to Compass Display
- ?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
- USB cable: battery discharge/audio failure/radio reception.
- Kafas camera-based assistance system limits
- Washer fluid leaks from the headlight washer jets
- The Instrument Cluster Displays Various Check Control Messages This Service Information bulletin...
- Delivery Stop: Remove Engine Oil Label
- Tailgate unintentionally opens.
- Washer fluid leaks from the headlight washer jets.
- The Instrument Cluster Displays Various Check Control Messages This Service Information bulletin...
- 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
- Various Electrical Faults Caused by Shorted K-CAN2 This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 18...
- Delivery Stop to replace cylinder head F25 (X3).
- HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names
- N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME
- Passenger Side Mirror Dimming Feature Operational Change
- Integrated Navigation Voice Not Loud Enough
- ""Collision Warning Failed"" or ""Pedestrian Warning Failed"" CCM Display
- Bluetooth Connection Failures
- N51, N52, N52K and N52T Engines: Various Eccentric Shaft Sensor Faults stored in the DME
- N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine
- N20
- Comfort Access Sporadically Malfunctions
- SOS Malfunction Is Displayed In Kombi Sporadically
- The Instrument Cluster Displays Various Check Control Messages
- 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
- Nbt-evo
- February 2016 Engine Technical Service This Service Information Bulletin supersedes SI B11 16 15 dated...
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 12 33 14 dated December 2015
- Si B13 03 15
- February 2016 General Electrical Systems Technical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI...
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- Subject trsvc
- Si B84 03 14
- Si B16 15 14
- The Instrument Cluster Displays Various Check Control Messages
- ?Clock gains or loses time
- Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent
- Fault Code 1D2008 Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon light is on. Fault Code 1D2008: Map thermostat:...
- Instrument Cluster Outside Temperature Display Implausible
- Instrument Cluster display is partially blank
- Instrument Cluster display inoperative FC B7F689
- HU-H: Headunit Resets Intermittently or Permanently
- Active Cruise Control will not engage
- Instrument Cluster display is partially blank
- Navigation CIC vehicle positioning temporarily incorrect
- ?N20 and N26 engine: Smoke from Exhaust when Starting a Cold Engine
- Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 29 15 dated August 2015.. Both rear side ""fixed""...
- Grating or Scraping Noise When Turning Steering Wheel
- The plastic oil filter housing may fail and lead to an internal and/or external engine oil or coolant leak.
- Vibration or Shudder from Driveline when Accelerating from a Stop
- Delivery Stop: Rear Side Window
- The plastic oil filter might fail which will cause a leakage to the internal and /or external engine oil...
- Cruise Control does not Operate after Programming with ISTA/P 3.56.x. After programming the vehicle with...
- N20 Engine: Repeated Juddering or Surging While Accelerating
- Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until the label is removed
- NAV Road Map Installation Using USB Stick
- Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics
- Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures
- Check Control Message with Rear Light Failure
- N20 and N26 Engines: ETK Injector Part Number Error
- Surround View Camera Last User Mode Operation Change
- N20 and N26 Engine: Oil Leaks from Cylinder Head Cover
- N20 and N55 Engine: Engine Oil Filter Application for Plastic Oil Filter Housing
- One or both of the situations listed below may be encountered: ? Android device connection stability...
- Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light
- Airbag Warning Light: ACSM FC 930A60 or 930A1C Seat Occupancy Detection
- Bmw: selective catalyst reduction module (SCR) has a stored fault, pressure build up is low, causing...
- Subject
- 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
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 05 09 dated July 2009
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 10 09 dated March 2013
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 13 12 dated September 2012
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 24 13 dated January 2014
- Bmw: malfunction warning light for engine is illuminated due to purge air system micro leakage and...
- Engine Intermittently Will Not Start at Very Low Outside Temperatures
- N52T dme
- NVLD Tank Leakage FC 190302 Fuel Tank Ventilation and Purge Air System Micro Leak
- Automated Activation of Navigation System During PDI/QC1. INFORMATION Important: The INITIAL NAV enabling...
- IPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5, 5S, 5C, 4S, 4, and 3GS with iOS 8.x Information
- Bluetooth Software (KISU Data) Update
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 33 14 dated October 2014
- Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures
- Check Control Message with Rear Light Failure
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B64 03 14 dated October 2014
- Vehicle inTransport Mode Cannot Be Unlocked with Remote Control
- Bmw: experiencing loss of engine power, service engine soon lamp is illuminated, a noise, like rattling,...
- Bmw: the camshaft (VANOS) adjustment units, on certain vehicle, had the limited warranty extended, without...
- Bmw: due to debris entering oil passage of engine, it will knock and lose power, during cylinder head...
- Bmw: some vehicles, with 552 option, are experiencing a malfunction of LED headlight on one where it...
- Bmw: on some vehicles, when starting, low beam, with 0552 option, would briefly flashes, due to a faulty...
- Engine Camshaft (VANOS) Adjustment Units: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation
- Si B12 14 12
- . INFORMATION To properly diagnose the customer's complaint, the applicable test plan for the misfire...
- LED Headlight Malfunction
- LED Low Beam Flashes Briefly After Ignition Switched ON. 1. The low beam flashes briefly after the...
- IPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS...
- N20 and N26 Injector Replacement
- Replace Emission Label
- Bmw: in some vehicles, when the k CAN2 wiring is shorted, no communication with any control modules (box...
- External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs
- Various Electrical Faults Caused by Shorted K-CAN2. One or more of the following situations can occur when...
- When Unlocking with Comfort Access the Outside Door Mirrors Are in the Wrong Position
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
- Bmw: the position of an affected tire is incorrectly displayed, when tire pressure is low, in instrument...
- Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of...
- RDC: Incorrect Tire Position Displayed with Air Pressure Drop
- IPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS...
- Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake pads
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Functional Changes
- Condition Based Service Due Date Is Reset to 01/2000
- Transmission Intermittently Goes into ""P"" or ""N"" After MSA Engine Start
- A customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then...
- Traffic Information Is Inoperative
- ""Increased battery discharge!"" CC Message upon Startup
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Information and Availability
- Bmw: different fault codes stored for the N51, N52K, N52T, and N55 engines in the dme related to vanos and...
- N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
- The Condition Based Service (CBS) due date is reset to 01/2000 and cannot be updated for: Oil Service...
- Airbag Warning Light: ACSM FC 930A60 Seat Occupancy Detection
- Headunit-High: Navigation Road Map Installation After Replacement
- IPhone Charging Status Constantly Switches On and Off. INFORMATION Do not replace any other parts! Advise...
- ?N20 and N26 Engine: Various VANOS System Faults Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon lamp and Engine...
- Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground...
- Headunit-High: INITIAL Enabling Code Is Not Accepted Via I-Drive
- ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative
- Enabling Code FSC/SWT
- MN16 Engine: FC 2D9B Knock Sensor, Signal Is Stored in the DME. Certain areas of the US experience...
- N55: Engine Difficult to Start at Cold Ambient Temperatures
- Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake pads
- Bolt for Tailgate Strut Holder Corroded
- N55 Engine: Erroneous Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated with Mixture Faults Stored in the DME....
- Noise from Steering Column Switch Cluster when Turning
- N20 and N26 Engine: Various VANOS System Faults Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon lamp and Engine...
- N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval
- FRM3 Will Not Communicate with ISTA. When diagnosing the vehicle with ISTA, the FRM3 (Footwell Module) is...
- SPORT Mode Is Incorrectly Deactivated or Added After Programming
- N55: Idle Fluctuates Briefly After a Cold Engine Start
- N20 and N26 Engine: Various VANOS System Faults Stored in DME. The Service Engine Soon lamp is...
- Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval
- Condition Based Service Due Date Is Reset to 01/2000
- Stress Cracks in Headlight Lens Cover
- Bmw: on some vehicles, the alternator would malfunction, due to sporadically charging or not charge at...
- Bmw: some vehicle engines may experience a delay in response to acceleration, after slowing down, due to...
- N52T Alternator-Related Malfunctions: Overcharging or Undercharging
- N52T/N55 with 8HP45: Delay in Engine Response
- The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated
- Incorrect Remaining Service Life from CBS Data for Brake Pads
- DSC Warning Light is On. The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated
- Rattle Noise from Rear Seat Backrest
- Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). After programming/coding the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.1 or...
- IPhone Charging Status Constantly Switches On and Off. Do not replace any other parts! Advise the customer...
- Transmission Intermittently Goes into ""P"" or ""N"" after MSA Engine Start
- Intermittently, the engine idle speed may fluctuate up and down or cut off under any of the following...
- ?SI B12 14 12 April 2013 Engine Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin...
- MTelephone: Phonebook Does Not Transfer to the Vehicle
- Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles
- Bmw: service engine soon light is on and the engine has reduced power with trouble codes stored
- Bmw:various functions of the electrical system fail
- Bmw: due to wiring harness short circuit, the front and/or rear pdc sensors fails to work when reverse...
- Bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system
- N55 Engine Failsafe
- Oil Leak from Transfer Case
- Water Leaks into Cargo Area
- Advanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics
- ?100A Fuse in Rear Power Distribution Box Failed, Causing Electrical System Failure
- Water Leaks from Center Console
- CHAMP2
- The vehicle position is missing or incorrect on the navigation map
- PDC: Complete Failure of Front and/or Rear Sensors
- N20 Engine: Engine Oil Filter Application
- Wind Whistle Noise from the Exterior Rearview Mirror
- Advanced Onboard Battery Diagnostics
- Telephone: Phonebook Does Not Transfer to the Vehicle
- Instrument cluster display is intermittently inoperative
- ?N20 Engine: Repeated Juddering or Surging While Accelerating
- N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- Basic Instrument Cluster: Display Is Intermittently Inoperative
- Head-Up Display Is Too Dark
- Bmw: dsc warning light is on
- N51, N52K and N52T: Idle Fluctuation During Engine Warm-up Phase
- DSC Warning Light Is On. The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated
- Vehicle Drifts to the Right when Traveling Straight Ahead
- DSC Warning Light is On. The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated
- Wind Noise: Helpful Diagnostic Hints
- Service Action: Program Control Units (CAS). After programming/coding the vehicle with ISTA/P 2.48.1 or...
- Cic
- Service Action: CIC
- Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information...
- Bmw: heavy condensation on xenon headlights
- The transmission warning light is on and the vehicle will not move forward or backwards
- Bmw: fuel gauge sensor is not registering correct fuel level of full or near empty properly
- Bmw: service action: replace passenger front window regulator
- Bmw: gauge needles randomly stop in wrong position on instrument cluster, moving the wrong way, showing...
- Bmw: a process has been created to identify causes of customer complaints related to the tank ventilation...
- Bmw: when vehicle is moving, windshield wipers turn on by themselves and fails to turn off when vehicle is...
- Bmw: due to electrochemical reactions, on some vehicles, the heating conductors and foil connectors, the...
- Bmw: there may be multiple electrical malfunctions such as: high-beam headlight switches on when using the...
- Bmw: changes have been made to the vehicle¿s display elements of the tire pressure monitor system. rm
- Bmw: information regarding the defect in the rear window defroster that fails to operate properly
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on
- Bmw: transmission oil is leaking because of a sealing cover located on transmission
- Bmw: a software problem is causing the transmission to enter safety mode with the transmission light on
- Bmw: the emergency park release cable has been removed in these models and there is a procedure to...
- Bmw: on some 2010 F25 vehicles there may be a water leak in the passenger side due to a freezing of the...
- Bmw: there is an internal defect with the electric fan and it may not run in certain conditions
- Bmw: there CAN be vibration in the engine while driving at various speeds due to engine mount bracket bolts
- Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty
- Bmw: operating description of the passenger airbag status light
- Bmw: service engine soon light is on with a fault code stored
- Bmw: six different models equipped with the M54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and...
- Bmw: a fault for oil wear is stored in the memory, but it does not illuminate the warning lamp
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