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SIB 12 05 16: Check engine light
Check engine light on N55 engines (2010–2017); BMW gives an inspection and repair procedure.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151355 · Jun 2016 · also written SI B12 05 16, B120516
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.
N55 - ENGINE MALFUNCTION WARNING DUE TO VAPOR FORMING IN THE FUEL SYSTEM This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 05 16 dated April 2016. The Engine ""Drivetrain Malfunction"" Check Control warning is displayed and the Service Engine Soon (MIL) Lamp may also be on.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 05 16 Also written: SI B12 05 16, B120516, 12 05 16, SIB-12-05-16, SI B120516 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151250, 10151355 (revisions) |
| Document IDs filed | B120516 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | (first filed Apr 2016) |
| Models | 528i, 535d, 535i, 535I Gran Turismo, 550i, 550I Gran Turismo, 640i, 650i, ActiveHybrid 5, M5, M6 |
| Model years | 2010–2017 |
| Chassis | E60, F06, F07, F10, F12, F13 |
| Engines | N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Engine Fuel System Gasoline |
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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