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NHTSA 10162406: Power window fault codes
Power window fault codes on BMW E46/E90/E91/E92 and other models (2006–2011); BMW released a software update.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10162406 · Jul 2019
What it covers
A service bulletin tells BMW technicians how to diagnose or fix a known issue. It is not a recall: a repair under a bulletin is normally paid by the owner unless the car is still under warranty or a warranty extension applies.
Power Mirrors and/or Windows are Inoperative. The power windows and/or power mirrors are inoperative. The LED on the headlight switch is flashing. There is a check control message for Windows/Mirrors/ Headlights. There may also be a complaint of water in one or both headlights.
Details
| Bulletin number | NHTSA 10162406 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10162406 |
| Document IDs filed | 610405 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 325i, 328i, 330i, 335d, 335i, M3 |
| Model years | 2006–2011 |
| Chassis | E46, E90, E91, E92, E93 |
| Engines | M54, M57, N52, N54, N55, S65 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System |
Model, year and engine coverage comes from NHTSA's records. Not every car in this range is affected; the official document lists the exact production dates and conditions.
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Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communications (public data). BimmerBench is not affiliated with BMW or NHTSA. The title and description above are our own plain-English summary; the full bulletin is BMW's document, linked above.