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SIB 34 03 07: Wipers fault codes

Wipers fault codes on BMW E53/E70 models (2006–2010); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10032641 · Oct 2009 · also written SI B34 03 07, B340307

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.

DSC warning lamp illuminated. The DSC (dynamic stability control) warning lamp is illuminated and some or all of the following fault codes are stored: 6E58; 6E04; 53BA; D36F; 55C3; 6ECA; and the wipers may also be operating in default mode.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

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Details

Bulletin numberSIB 34 03 07
Also written: SI B34 03 07, B340307, 34 03 07, SIB-34-03-07, SI B340307
NHTSA ID10025363, 10032641 (revisions)
Document IDs filedSI B 340307, SIB-34-03-07
TypeService bulletin
Date (first filed Jun 2008)
ModelsX5, X5 SAV
Model years2006–2010
ChassisE53, E70
EnginesM54, M57, N52, N62
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System
Electrical System › Wiring
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer

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.