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October 1, 2018 Service bulletin

SCR system fault 805256 stored in very cold weather.

BMW technical service bulletin B160918 for 2014-2017 BMW X5, 2014-2017 BMW 328D and 2014-2016 BMW 535D.

Bulletin number
B160918
Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
Summary
SCR SYSTEM FAULT 805256 STORED IN VERY COLD WEATHER. After the vehicle is exposed to prolonged temperatures under -9°C (15.8°F) and is then driven a long distance when temperatures are above -9°C (15.8°F), the check engine light may be illuminated. The following fault may be stored in the Digital Diesel Electronics (DDE) 805256 - Active tank filling level sensor, signal: echo fault In low temperature under -9°C (15.8°F) a layer of ice may form in the active tank. This can result in an incorrect level measurement after the vehicle is driven.

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