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July 1, 2010 Service bulletin

Bmw: oil separator-cold climate conditions

BMW technical service bulletin SI-B11-08-03 for 2011 BMW X5, 2010 BMW Z4 and 2010 BMW 3 Series and others.

Bulletin number
SI-B11-08-03
Component
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)
Summary
Bmw: oil separator-cold climate conditions. Certain areas of the us experience extremely cold climate conditions during the winter months. A small number of vehicles have experienced problems ranging from leaking or broken valve covers to complete engine failure. Include models e39, 46, 53, 60, 83, and e85. No model years listed.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 137 complaints in the engine category.

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