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SIB 16 08 06: Fuel tank no-start
Fuel tank no-start on BMW E82/E88/E90/E92 and other models (2007–2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10033131 · Oct 2009 · also written SI B16 08 06, B160806
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Engine cranks but does not start; fuel level gauge displays a sufficient amount of fuel, although the fuel tank is empty; fault code 2A1C (fuel level plausibility) is stored in MSV80. Right side fuel sending unit is dislodged from its bracket due to incorrect assembly. No model years listed.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 16 08 06 Also written: SI B16 08 06, B160806, 16 08 06, SIB-16-08-06, SI B160806 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10033131 |
| Document IDs filed | SIB-16-08-06 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 1 Series, 3 Series |
| Model years | 2007–2011 |
| Chassis | E82, E88, E90, E92, E93 |
| Engines | N52, N54, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Fuel System Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System |
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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