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SIB 12 32 15: Engine Idle Speed Fluctuates Intermittently, when Shifting into Gear
Engine Idle Speed Fluctuates Intermittently, when Shifting into Gear on BMW E70/E71 models (2008–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147862 · Dec 2015 · also written SI B12 32 15, B123215
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 Idle Speed Fluctuates Intermittently, when Shifting into Gear. While stationary, the engine idle speed could fluctuate (once or a few times) after engaging either ""Drive"" or ""Reverse gear. It is possible that the engine could also stall.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 12 32 15 Also written: SI B12 32 15, B123215, 12 32 15, SIB-12-32-15, SI B123215 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10147761, 10147862 (revisions) |
| Document IDs filed | B123215 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | (first filed Oct 2015) |
| Models | X5, X6 |
| Model years | 2008–2013 |
| Chassis | E70, E71 |
| Engines | N54, N55, N57, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System 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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