2019 BMW X3 Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 4
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 301–330 of 330, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Feb 1, 2018–Apr 1, 2019.
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Apr 1, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
B130219
NHTSA communication ID: 10160250
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SERVICE ACTION: CHECK THE TANK VENT VALVE LINE. In certain conditions the engine wiring harness may come in contact with the tank vent value line. Due to vibrations and oscillations the corrugated tubing of the engine wiring harness could wear through the tank vent valve line. Unfavorable clearance between the engine wiring harness and tank vent valve line.
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DELIVERY STOP: REWORK TAIL LIGHTS. The tail light mounting brackets may be cracked or broken. During assembly oil may have contaminated the plastic housing of the rear tail lamps causing damage to the mounting points of the tail light assembly.
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PHONE CALL AUDIO AUTONOMOUSLY SWITCH FROM VEHICLE TO PHONE. During an active phone call the call audio autonomously switches from the vehicle hands-free system to the phone.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
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DELIVERY STOP: REWORK TAIL LIGHTS. The tail light mounting brackets may be cracked or broken. During assembly oil may have contaminated the plastic housing of the rear tail lamps causing damage to the mounting points of the tail light assembly.
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SERVICE ACTION: REPLACE DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL (DSC) HYDRAULIC UNIT. Abnormal noise from the DSC hydraulic unit during a DSC regulation. Noise will not affect the DSC operation during regulation Error in manufacturing process
Source components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC).
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FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED. Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passenger seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened.
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SERVICE ACTION: CBS DATA MAY NOT BE DISPLAYED. Incorrect activation of the Condition Based Service (CBS) data may cause the engine oil information to not be displayed. A software error in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME).
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PANORAMIC SUNROOF DOES NOT OPEN OR CLOSE. The panoramic sunroof will not open or close. The sunroof may only tilt with no other functions available. There are no faults stored for the panoramic sunroof. A software error in the Roof Function Center (FZD).
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FAULT 118002 - MIXTURE TOO RICH SETS DURING WINTER WITH COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. The Service Engine Soon (MIL) light is on with the following fault stored in the Digital Motor Electronics (DME). Fault: 118002 - Mixture too rich In the situation being described.
Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
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EXCESS NOISE WHEN DEFROST BLOWER IS AT MAX. Loud, rushing, wind noise is heard from ventilation outlets when defroster blower is set at maximum speed. Software error in IHKA (Automatic Climate Control) module. Ventilation duct noise.
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PANORAMIC SUNROOF DOES NOT OPEN OR CLOSE. The panoramic sunroof will not open or close. There are no faults stored for the panoramic sunroof. A software error in the Roof Function Center (FZD).
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SEAT MEMORY SWITCH SPORADICALLY NOT FUNCTIONING. Selecting one of the saved seat positions (via the memory seat position switch on the door panel), fails to work. A saved seat position cannot be retrieved. The memory function works again after a terminal change or backrest width adjustment. Note: Manual seat adjustment using the button for forward/back seat adjustment still works. Software error in the seat module.
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FALSE WARNINGS THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED WITHOUT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLED. Acoustic and visual warnings indicate that the front passenger seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened, when the seat is actually unoccupied. If the situation is currently present, sit in the seat and move the seat to a different position then the POL (Passenger Occupancy Light) light will function correctly. In some cases the Air bag Warning Light was illuminated. Advanced Crash Safety Module (ACSM) fault "930A1C - Front passenger seat occupancy detection transmitting fault (moisture)" is stored. 1. Electronics (for example smart phones or laptops) are connected to the USB charging port or cigarette lighter and placed on the seat. 2. The seat was wet (e.g. very high humidity, spilled liquids or rain). 3. Faulty plug connection to Evaluation Electronics CIS (Capacitive Interior Sensing). 4. Excessive spacing between seat mat sensor signal wires and their grounding shield sleeve. * Drying the seat mat due to moisture. * If there is no moisture, secure loose cables and install 2 cable ties * If the 2 cables ties are already installed properly, replace the seat mat * Statement added to SI - do not replace the CIS electronics or the ACSM module for this siutation.
Source components: AIR BAGS · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · SEAT BELTS.
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REAR VIEW CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY IMAGE. Sporadically, when the rear view camera is activated, either via selecting reverse with the shift selector or by direct camera selection, no image appears in the display. Camera function returns after terminal change. Note: This error situation can rarely, if ever, be duplicated on demand. Head-unit interface software error for the rear view camera.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION · VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES.
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?BMW ONLINE NON-FUNCTIONAL: CHECK ICC-ID IN ACCOUNT. BMW Online/BMW ConnectedDrive not functional. Vehicle and service cockpit have different ICC-ID's (Integrated Circuit Card Identifier).
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?CONNECTEDDRIVE/BMW ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist features are partially or completely inoperative. This Service Information bulletin is being published because vehicles are down for an extended period of time when researching system failures with ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist. This Service Information bulletin will assist you both in identifying the issue and providing technical support. CAUSE Not enough information is available for BMW NA engineers to assist the technician in diagnosing the root cause.
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?COLD DRAFT AROUND ISOFIX ANCHOR BRACKET TRIMS. At low ambient temperatures (below freezing), when the heating and air conditioning system is set to recirculate the cabin air, a cold draft can be felt coming out of the trims around the ISOFIX child seat anchor brackets in the rear seat. Air gap around ISOFIX trim.
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"?DYNAMIC STABILTY CONTROL WARNING ON WITH LIMITED POWER STEERING ASSIST This Service Information bulletin replaces SI B34 09 16 dated January 2017 What's New: ? This SIB is a complete revision of B34 09 16. Steering feels heavy (limited power assist) The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) light and Service Engine Soon light may be on. The following message may be displayed in the Check Control (CC): * CCM 350 ""It is possible to continue to drive. All-wheel drive system."" * Other CC messages may be stored related to: Restraint system / lane change warning / distance information / pedestrian protection. One or both of the following faults are stored in the DSC: * D36500 - Message fault (xDrive actuator information, ID: XDRV_ACT_INFO) - Timeout * D356E4 - Message fault (status of distribution of the longitudinal torque on the front axle rear axle, ID: ST_REPAT_XTRQ_FTAX_BAX) - Timeout The following faults can also be stored in the DDE or DME: * DDE: CD95E0 - Message (ST_REPAT_XTRQ_FTAX_BAX, 19.3.4,FX), Timeout: Message (status of distribution of longitudinal torque of front axle rear axle) from longitudinal torque distribution failed * DME: CDA056 - FlexRay, message (status of distribution of longitudinal torque of front axle rear axle / xDrive actuator information, 19.3.4): missing Internal fault in the transfer case control unit (Longitudinal Torque Module - LMV). "
Source components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) · STEERING.
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LED LIGHT CARPET IS DIM OR DISTORTED. The light carpet may appear dim or distorted on one or both sides. See the photo below demonstrating the difference side to side. The light carpet LED lens may be blocked by debris.
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DELIVERY STOP REWORK TAIL LIGHTS. The tail light mounting brackets may be cracked or broken. During assembly; oil may have contaminated the plastic housing of the rear tail lamps; causing damage to the mounting points of the tail light assembly.
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PANORAMIC SUNROOF DOES NOT OPEN OR CLOSE. The panoramic sunroof will not open or close. The sunroof may only tilt with no other functions available. There are no faults stored for the panoramic sunroof. A software error in the Roof Function Center (FZD).
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ENGINE VIBRATIONS OR NOISE. One of the following complaints may be reported The engine runs erratically; The engine causes vibrations when running; Grinding noise from the engine compartment when engine is running.