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SIB 12 05 11: Check engine light software update
Check engine light software update on M54/N52 engines (2006–2008); BMW released a software update.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10040169 · Mar 2011 · also written SI B12 05 11, B120511
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.
A software error is causing the service engine soon light or check gas cap light to come on along with stored trouble codes.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 05 11 Also written: SI B12 05 11, B120511, 12 05 11, SIB-12-05-11, SI B120511 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10040169 |
| Document IDs filed | SIB-12-05-11 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X3, X3 SAV |
| Model years | 2006–2008 |
| Chassis | E83 |
| Engines | M54, N52 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System › Software Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine Fuel System Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe And Cap |
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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Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.
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.