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SIB 31 01 07: Knocking noise from front suspension
Knocking noise from front suspension on BMW E53/E70 models (2006–2007); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10024525 · Jan 2008 · also written SI B31 01 07, B310107
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.
Knocking noise from front suspension.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 31 01 07 Also written: SI B31 01 07, B310107, 31 01 07, SIB-31-01-07, SI B310107 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10024525 |
| Document IDs filed | SI B31 01 07 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X5, X5 SAV |
| Model years | 2006–2007 |
| Chassis | E53, E70 |
| Engines | M54, M57, N52, N62 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Suspension › Front |
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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