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SIB 16 03 12: EVAP system leak
EVAP system leak on BMW E60/E61/E90/E92 and other models (2009–2013); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10043687 · Oct 2012 · also written SI B16 03 12, B160312
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.
The evaporative system leakage is found, when using the nvld tank leakage test plan.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 16 03 12 Also written: SI B16 03 12, B160312, 16 03 12, SIB-16-03-12, SI B160312 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10043687 |
| Document IDs filed | SIB-16-03-12 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 3 Series, 5 Series, 5 Series |
| Model years | 2009–2013 |
| Chassis | E60, E61, E90, E92, E93, F10, F30 |
| Engines | N20, N52, N54, N55, N57, N62, N63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Fuel System Other › Storage › Tank Assembly |
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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