2011 BMW X5 technical service bulletins
322 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2011 BMW X5, including 3 warranty extensions.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been...
- The Footwell Module (FRM) limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been...
- While performing a 12-Volt battery jump start, disconnect, or replacement, Vehicle test, and/or...
- This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed exclusively for...
- 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...
- Engine will crank but not start
- Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their unoccupied vehicle
- Second seat row blocking access to third seat row, program seat modules
- Various functions of the camera-based driver assistance systems (ADCAM system) can lead to customer...
- This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
- Coolant is leaking from under the car which is equipped with the S63 engine
- The driver's side (left rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into...
- When returning the 2nd row seat 60% (left) side from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching the...
- When returning the 2nd row seat 40% (right) side from Easy-Entry: The seat stops moving before reaching...
- The passenger's side (right rear) of the 60/40 split 2nd row seat may intermittently not fully latch into...
- The front sunroof glass seal has shrunk, creating a gap which can
- Customer is unable to power up or charge accessories through a plug adapter inserted in the front 12-volt...
- Vehicle cannot be opened or closed using comfort access, engine start is not possible, and the vehicle may...
- The fuel gauge may indicate the incorrect fuel level (full and reserve).
- 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...
- This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be...
- While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience, in the short term it should not
- Class action settlement: N54/N54T/N55 electric engine coolant pump .
- Surface rust on new air bag inflators
- Incorrect torque specification for the high-pressure pump in ista
- Cracking noises from the frontaxle area while turning the wheels, when station
- N63 class action settlement - battery service benefit - retrofits/ replacements
- Power Reduction FC2A82 Intake VANOS and/or FC2 A87 Exhaust VANOS Camshaft Fault: The "Service Engine Soon"...
- N63: oil consumption class action settlement diagnosis/repairs (version 12.0).
- N63 engine vehicles: class action settlement for engine oilconsumption/batter.
- While engine oil consumption may create a customer inconvenience in the short term it should not
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- Rear Bumper Trim Warped / Distorted
- Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle
- Creaking Noises from the B-Pillar Trim
- Erroneous CC Message "Remote control! Do not switch off the engine" is Displayed
- N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- N52T / N55 with 8HP45: Delay in Engine Response
- N63 Engine: Oil Consumption and/or Rough Running Complaints
- N63 class action settlement for oil consumption and battery drain - overview
- Class action settlement: X5 (E70) with comfort access.
- N63 engine: oil consumption class action settlement diagnosis and repair procedures.
- N55 engine: fc 28A0 or 101F01 throttle valve opening angle.
- Takata air bag recall-related short-term alternate transportation and consequential repairs
- Preliminary class action settlement: X5 (E70) vehicles with comfort access (option code SA0322) class...
- Takata class action settlement
- For the above-referenced vehicles with driver?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW NA?)...
- For the above-referenced vehicles with passenger?s side airbag modules, BMW of North America, LLC (?BMW...
- N63 engine class action settelement: battery service benefit.
- N63 engine oil consumption/battery drain class action law suit settlement: future engine oil service...
- N63 engine vehicles: class action settlement for engine oil consumption/battery drain overview class...
- N63 and N63T engine: engine oil consumption, engine oil top-ups and refill capacity.
- N63 and S63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement
- ?ENGINE LEAK DIAGNOSIS ON TURBOCHARGED V8 ENGINES. When diagnosing an engine oil leak or a coolant leak on...
- ?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially...
- M57Y front and rear exhaust nox sensors: limited
- PRELIMINARY CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT INFORMATION: N63 OIL CONSUMPTION/BATTERY DRAIN: BMW of North America,...
- Door cannot be opened with comfort access
- Engine Oil Quick Reference Chart and Drain Plug Torque: The current version of ISTA/D has an error in the...
- N63, N63TU, S63 and S63TU Engines: Oil Leak from the Rear:
- In an effort to improve the completion rate on Takata air bag recall affected vehicles; BMW NA has...
- N63 and S63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B11 08 15 June...
- 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...
- ?BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure What's new: ? "Models" updated: Model Year...
- ?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.
- N20, N26, N55, N63TU, S63TU and S55 Engines: Bosch Injector ETK Part Number Error What's New: ? Procedure...
- ?N63, N63TU, N63R, S63 AND S63TU ENGINES: UPPER OIL PAN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS This...
- ? 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...
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits This Service Information bulletin...
- USB device is not detected by CHAMP2 head unit.
- USB cable: battery discharge/audio failure/radio reception.
- SCR active tank (reservoir): limited warranty extension to 10 years/120,000 miles
- Clicking noise from front axle
- Parking brake does not work.
- In-tank fuel delivery module (PUMP): limited warranty extension to 10 years without mileage limitation
- Footwell module: limited warranty extension to 8 years/125,000 miles.
- DDE Fault Codes 4862 and 4B82 for EGR Air Mass Plausibility
- S63 Engine
- Repairing transfer case actuator (vtg servo-motor).
- BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure
- HeadUp Display does not Show Full Street Names
- N63 and S63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI...
- N63, N63TU, S63 and S63TU Engines: Oil Leak from the Rear of the Engine and Transmission Bell Housing
- N63, N63TU and N63R Engines: Upper Oil Pan Removal and Installation Repair Instructions This Service...
- Bluetooth Connection Failures
- S63 Engine Replace Crankcase Vent Connecting Line The crankcase ventilation connection line may...
- This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 08 15 dated November 2015
- Ista/p
- Squeaking Brakes on the Front Axle for the E70 and E71. A squeaking noise can be heard from the front axle...
- N20 Engine Coolant Thermostat: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles F30 (320i Sedan) Model...
- This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 08 15 dated November 2015
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated October 2015
- This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 16 14 dated May 2015
- Certain air conditioning condensers must be replaced
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- Si B84 03 14
- The high-pressure injectors may fail, resulting in an engine malfunction warning and reduced engine output.
- Si B61 30 14.
- Whistling Noise Coming from the Center Vent
- N63 Engine Fuel Injectors
- N63 Engine Vacuum Pump: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles
- N63 Engine Crankcase Ventilation ""Connecting Line"" Hoses: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000...
- Engine Idle Speed Fluctuates Intermittently, when Shifting into Gear
- ?SI B61 30 14December 2015 General Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin...
- N63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated May 2015
- ?N63 Engine: Valve Seal Replacement
- Delivery Stop: Program Electronic Control Unit
- Shudder from the Driveline on Vehicles with xDrive
- Limited warranty has been extended to certain vehicles for 10 years/120,000 miles
- Bmw - brake booster vacuum might reduce if temperature gets below 14 degrees ma
- Front Propeller (Drive) Shaft: Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years/120,000 Miles
- N63 and S63 Engine: Upper Oil Pan Removal and Installation Procedures
- Vibration or Shudder from Driveline when Accelerating from a Stop
- Engine failure warning and reduced engine output will occur due to high-pressure pump failure
- In-Tank Fuel Delivery Module (Pump): Limited Warranty Extension to 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation
- N63: cbs
- ?SI B13 02 15July 2015 Fuel SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B13...
- Incorrect dde calibration for readines monitoring
- Reprogram the DDE. The DDE calibration for readiness monitoring may be incorrect.
- IDrive Controller Trim Peeling
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, engine timing chain should be checked for early stages of wear, and a repair...
- Bmw: some vehicles will experience reduced engine output when engine malfunction, due to high pressure...
- Diagnosing Stored Fault Codes to Help Avoid Repeat Repair Visits
- This bulletin outlines the procedure for checking the engine timing chains for wear, and should be...
- N63 Replace High-Pressure Fuel Pumps
- Replace Oxygen Sensor
- Valve Stem Replacement with Wheel Electronics
- Bmw: procedural information on the installation of fuel system low pressure sensor and not correctly...
- This bulletin outlines the Customer Care Package program that has been designed exclusively for BMW...
- N63: cbs
- Program Control Units (SCR). The Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) control module can make an error when...
- N63: Quality Control Monitoring After CCP. INFORMATION If the vehicle exhibits any of the above...
- Si B12 10 15
- Driveshaft Technical Service
- Bmw:some bmw models may or may not display airbag warning light
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B07 03 14 dated February 2015
- This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 16 14 dated January 2015
- SI B61 30 14February 2015 General Electrical SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin...
- Bmw: selective catalyst reduction module (SCR) has a stored fault, pressure build up is low, causing...
- This Service Information bulletin and attachment supersedes SI B11 06 14 dated January 2015
- Subject dme
- Subject N63: cbs
- SUBJECT N20, N26, and N55 Engines with Injector Electrical Faults
- ?SI B13 07 14January 2015 Fuel SystemsTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI 13...
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 05 09 dated July 2009
- This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B65 10 09 dated March 2013
- Bmw: malfunction warning light for engine is illuminated due to purge air system micro leakage and...
- Information
- N63 Engine: Check the Timing Chain
- N63 and S63 Engine: High-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures
- BMW Maintenance Program: 12-Volt Battery Replacement Measure.
- IPhone 6, 6 Plus, 5, 5S, 5C, 4S, 4, and 3GS with iOS 8.x Information
- Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures
- 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...
- Engine Damage Due to Debris in Oil Passages
- Si B12 14 12
- Replace the Oxygen Sensor
- DDE Fault Codes 4882 and 4B82 for EGR Air Mass Plausibility
- Side View Camera Does Not Display Picture
- IPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS...
- Intelligent Battery Sensor Diagnosis Hints
- Bmw: the front driveshaft's universal joints wear out prematurely
- Inspect Front Driveshaft
- External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs
- Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures
- ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Diagnosis Information
- Bmw: due to guide supports being incorrect, the rear shock absorbers were assembled, which within a low...
- Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of...
- IPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS...
- N63 and S63 Engine: High-pressure Fuel Injector Replacement Procedures
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) Functional Changes
- Bmw: delay in engine response
- A customer may complain of a delay in engine response after decelerating at low road speeds and then...
- Traffic Information Is Inoperative
- 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
- Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground...
- ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative
- Retrofit Bracket for EGR Cooler
- N55: Engine Difficult to Start at Cold Ambient Temperatures
- Bmw: some vehicles may experience high pressure exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler leaking from...
- Service Action: Retrofit Bracket for EGR Cooler
- N63T Engine: New Test Plan to Check Engine Oil Level with ISTA/D 3.39.21. INFORMATION With the release of...
- Bmw: oil leaks from the air hose on turbocharger
- Oil Leak from Turbocharger Charge Air Hose
- Window Guide Is Pushed up and Distorted
- N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- Clicking Noise from Front Axle
- Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval
- Grating Noise from Side Window Defroster Vent
- Various Complaints with Panoramic Sunroof.
- Water Leak from the Front of the Sunroof
- N55: Idle Fluctuates Briefly After a Cold Engine Start
- Brake Fluid Maintenance Service: 36-Month Interval
- ?Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions
- Bmw: the engine speed may drop significantly below normal idling speed if the steering wheel is turned at...
- Bmw: while on hills, engine response may not be fulfilled, when accelerator pedal is depressed and if auto...
- Bmw: due to an error in software calibration, some vehicles are experiencing warning illumination of dsc,...
- N63 and N63T Engine: Engine Oil Consumption, Engine Oil Top-ups and Refill Capacity
- N63: Drop in Engine Speed While Turning at Low Speeds
- Service Action: Program Control Units (Auto Hold Response)
- N52T/N55 with 8HP45: Delay in Engine Response
- The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated
- DSC Warning Light is On. The warning lamps for DSC, ABS and brake warning are illuminated
- Rattle Noise from Rear Seat Backrest
- Panoramic Sunroof Repair Instructions
- MService Action: Replace the Coolant Pump
- 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...
- Bmw: crankcase pressure diagnosis and information for all vehicles
- Bmw: the brake light fails and the bulb holder is deformed due to high temperatures and the composition of...
- Bmw: service engine soon light is on and the engine has reduced power with trouble codes stored
- Bmw: batter discharged because of unfavorable driving profile
- Bmw: battery has an increased demand due to developemental process of the electrical system
- N55 Engine Failsafe
- Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign 11E-A03: Check and/or Replace Emissions Monitoring Components
- Oil Leak from Transfer Case
- Squeaking Noises from Steering Wheel While Turning
- Battery Discharged Because of Unfavorable Driving Profile
- The vehicle does not start
- Front or Rear Windshield Wipers Fail to Operate
- Information
- Various Faults Concerning the Automatic Tailgate Operation
- ?SI B11 11 12 January 2013 EngineTechnical Service This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B11 11...
- N55
- N51, N52K, N52T and N55 Engine: Various Faults Stored in DME Related to VANOS and Camshaft Position
- Bmw: N52K engine dmtl pump: emissions warranty extensions to 10 years/120,000 miles
- Bmw: service action: replace the left and right fuel level sensor
- Ccc
- Cic
- Bmw vehicle: the service engine soon (MIL) lamp is illuminated and a power reduction is clearly perceptible
- Bmw: while driving vehicle, at times would be rough running; white or blue smoke seen exiting exhaust...
- Program Control Units (OBD). A software update is available for the DDE (Digital Diesel Electronics) for...
- N63 and N74 Engine: ISTA/D 2.33 Diagnostic Error in the Low-pressure Fuel Supply Sensor Value
- Discharged Battery: Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed
- Service Action: CIC
- PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER...
- Bmw: electronic malfunction and various check control messages are displayed in cid (central information...
- Bmw: due to damaged seal ring, during assembly, engine oil is leaking from engine oil pump volume control...
- Bmw: service engine soon light comes on
- 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 vehicle: teileclearing for diagnostic module tank leakage (DMTL) system
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on while driving
- Bmw: a process has been created to identify causes of customer complaints related to the tank ventilation...
- Bmw: vehicle not operating properly because of various electrical malfunctions not working.
- Bmw: over the lifetime of the vehicle, corrosion formation could occur due to water entering the engine...
- Bmw: the engine will not start because the engine compartment partition wall is fitted incorrectly...
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, the jbe (junction box electronics) module fails programming during a software...
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, the xenon headlamp often have no trouble found when returned and tested thru...
- Bmw: on certain vehicles, under the engine hood, an incorrect emission label (2011) has been installed...
- 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: the service engine soon light is on
- Bmw: a software problem is causing the transmission to enter safety mode with the transmission light on
- Bmw: check control message is displayed with a stored trouble code related to headlights
- Bmw: an intkae manifold linkage rod problem is causing the service engine soon light to come on with a...
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on due to software problems
- Bmw: there are high fuel pressure faults stored due to a software error
- Bmw: on low mileage vehicles the engine runs rough, mifires, or fails to crank
- Bmw: teile clearing for engine drivability and fuel system
- Bmw: the service engine soon light is on due to faults with a filter in the exhaust system
- Bmw vehicles: N63 turbocharger auxiliary water pump faults
- Bmw: various VVT faults stored in dme memory. service engine soon lamp is illuminated, and one of the...
- Bmw vehicle: transmission warning light is illuminated and the transmission enters failsafe mode
- Bmw: there is an extraction and refilling process for the desiel exhaust fluid
- Bmw: procedure for determining and replacing incandescent and halogen light bulbs under warranty
- Bmw: elctronically disconnecting the junction box without disconnecting the battery will cause damage to...
- Bmw: model E70 equipped with an automatic tailgate
- Bmw: operating description of the passenger airbag status light
- Bmw: there is a software error that is causing the service engine soon light to illuminate without a fault...
- Bmw: service engine soon light is on with a fault code stored
- Bmw: oil separator-cold climate conditions
- Bmw: N54 engines-misfire faults, diagnosis with istad
- Bmw: six different models equipped with the M54 engine could have valve covers break in cold weather and...
- Bmw: the LED trailer lights flicker while being towed.
- Bmw: a new technical process has been created for bmw to identify causes of steering complaints with a...
- Bmw: warning message on about low diesel exhaust fuel level and that the engine will not restart within...
- Bmw: there is a rough engine idle and "service engine soon light" when driving downhill in high altitudes...
- Bmw: it is now possible to perform a fuel quality detection test on vehicles with an N54 engine
- Bmw: a service engine soon light comes on
- Bmw: a fault for oil wear is stored in the memory, but it does not illuminate the warning lamp
- Bmw: service action for diesel engine
- Bmw: repositioning harness after seat motor replacement
- Bmw: various electrical problems. on the vehicle, various electrical problems are possible. warning lamps...
- Bmw: tire warning light illuminated due to low ambient temperature. model E90, E91(3 SERIES);E92, E92 (3...
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