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SIB 36 01 13: Wheel bearing leak
Wheel bearing leak on BMW E90/E92/E93/F30 and other models (2012–2014); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10149433 · Feb 2013 · also written SI B36 01 13, B360113
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.
Steering Wheel Vibration at Speeds of 42-55mph. The customer complains of vibration at speeds between 42-55 mph. Wheel/tire combination Drive flange/wheel bearing Alloy wheel to wheel hub clearance out of tolerance Tension strut hydro-mount leaking
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 36 01 13 Also written: SI B36 01 13, B360113, 36 01 13, SIB-36-01-13, SI B360113 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10149433 |
| Document IDs filed | 360113 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 320i, 328d, 328i, 335i, ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Model years | 2012–2014 |
| Chassis | E90, E92, E93, F30, F31, F34 |
| Engines | N20, N47, N52, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | 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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