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SIB 12 04 16: Water pump no-start
Water pump no-start on B38/B46/B48 engines (2014–2017); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151169 · Mar 2016 · also written SI B12 04 16, B120416
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.
Engine will not Start (No Crank). The engine will not crank or the engine loses power while driving, followed by a no crank situation. In certain instances, the startup of the turbocharger coolant pump can exceed the 5A rating of fuse F83.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 04 16 Also written: SI B12 04 16, B120416, 12 04 16, SIB-12-04-16, SI B120416 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151169 |
| Document IDs filed | B120416 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I8, X1 |
| Model years | 2014–2017 |
| Chassis | F48, I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38, B46/B48 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Engine And Engine Cooling |
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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