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SIB 31 01 08: Axle noise
Axle noise on BMW E53/E70 models (2006–2009); the fix is replacing the affected part.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10031624 · Sep 2009 · also written SI B31 01 08, B310108
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.
Replacement of front outer cv joint. Complaints of clicking or grinding noises coming from the front axle area when making a turn. The front outer constant velocity joint boot is split open and the joint is already damaged.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 31 01 08 Also written: SI B31 01 08, B310108, 31 01 08, SIB-31-01-08, SI B310108 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10031624 |
| Document IDs filed | SI-B31-01-08 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X5, X5 SAV |
| Model years | 2006–2009 |
| Chassis | E53, E70 |
| Engines | M54, M57, N52, N62 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft Power Train › Driveline › Constant Velocity Joint |
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.