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SIB 31 01 17: Axle ticking noise
Axle ticking noise on BMW F15/F16/F85/F86 models (2015–2018); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10138387 · Mar 2018 · also written SI B31 01 17, B310117
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.
TICKING NOISE FROM FRONT AXLE ON TURNS: A hard mechanical clacking noise is heard when making turns coming from the front axle.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 31 01 17 Also written: SI B31 01 17, B310117, 31 01 17, SIB-31-01-17, SI B310117 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10136338, 10138387 (revisions) |
| Document IDs filed | B310117 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X5, X5 M, X6, X6 M |
| Model years | 2015–2018 |
| Chassis | F15, F16, F85, F86 |
| Engines | N20, N55, N57, N63, S63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Equipment › Mechanical Suspension › Front Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing Suspension › Multiple Axle Wheels |
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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