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SIB 51 03 13: Axle rattle
Axle rattle on BMW E82/E88 models (2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10149436 · Feb 2013 · also written SI B51 03 13, B510313
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.
ActiveE: Rear Underbody Panel Modification. The customer may complain about rubbing/rattling noises coming from the rear axle area when driving over speed bumps. CAUSE The rear underbody panel may be chafing against the rear sub-frame components or suspension thrust arms.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 03 13 Also written: SI B51 03 13, B510313, 51 03 13, SIB-51-03-13, SI B510313 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10149436 |
| Document IDs filed | 510313 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 1 Series |
| Model years | 2011 |
| Chassis | E82, E88 |
| Engines | N52, N54, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Suspension |
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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