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SIB 12 09 11: Throttle software update
Throttle software update on BMW E60/E61/E70/E71 and other models (2007–2011); BMW released a software update.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10040044 · Jan 2013 · also written SI B12 09 11, B120911
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.
There is a delayed throttle response when driving off with a high engine load. It occurs when it is hot outside, the A/C is switched on, and the wheel is turned slightly. There is a software problem.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 09 11 Also written: SI B12 09 11, B120911, 12 09 11, SIB-12-09-11, SI B120911 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10040044 |
| Document IDs filed | SIB-12-09-11 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 5 Series, X5, X6 |
| Model years | 2007–2011 |
| Chassis | E60, E61, E70, E71, F10 |
| Engines | M57, N20, N52, N54, N55, N57, N62, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System › Software Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine |
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.