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SIB 36 03 15: Axle ticking noise
Axle ticking noise on BMW I12/I15 models (2014–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10147201 · Jul 2015 · also written SI B36 03 15, B360315
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.
Interference Noise from Wheel Assembly. The customer may complain about: ? A ticking noise from the front axle, and/or ? A chirping noise from the rear axle The noise is noticeable while driving at slow speeds next to concrete road barriers, or in tunnels with the windows open.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 36 03 15 Also written: SI B36 03 15, B360315, 36 03 15, SIB-36-03-15, SI B360315 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10147201 |
| Document IDs filed | B360315 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I8 |
| Model years | 2014–2016 |
| Chassis | I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc Service Brakes Suspension › Rear 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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