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SIB 24 04 13: Vibration service information

Vibration service information on BMW E46/E82/E83/E88 and other models (2006–2013); BMW gives diagnosis and repair guidance.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147930 · Jan 2014 · also written SI B24 04 13, B240413

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.

GM6 - 6L45R: Diagnostic Procedure for Shudder or Vibration Issues. A shudder or vibration can be felt under light acceleration or when driving at constant suburban speeds. This can be most noticeable in the 1700 - 2200 engine rpm range while in 3rd through 6th gears.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 24 04 13
Also written: SI B24 04 13, B240413, 24 04 13, SIB-24-04-13, SI B240413
NHTSA ID10147930
Document IDs filed240413
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models1 Series, 1 Series M, 128i, 135i, 325i, 328, 328i, 330i, 335, 335d, 335i, 335IS, M3, X3
Model years2006–2013
ChassisE46, E82, E83, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93, F30, F31, F34
EnginesM54, M57, N20, N52, N54, N55, S65
Component (NHTSA)Power Train

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.