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SIB 16 08 10: After refueling the tank, the gauge will say 3/4 full inand not full
After refueling the tank, the gauge will say 3/4 full inand not full on BMW E60/E61/E63/E64 and other models (2008–2009); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10039768 · Aug 2011 · also written SI B16 08 10, B160810
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After refueling the tank, the gauge will say 3/4 full inand not full. The guage reads full after driving a little while. The fuel level sensor arm is binding.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 16 08 10 Also written: SI B16 08 10, B160810, 16 08 10, SIB-16-08-10, SI B160810 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10039768 |
| Document IDs filed | SIB-16-08-10 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 5 Series, 6 Series, X5, X6 |
| Model years | 2008–2009 |
| Chassis | E60, E61, E63, E64, E70, E71 |
| Engines | M57, N52, N54, N62, N63 |
| 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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