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SIB 51 03 16: Power window noise

Power window noise on BMW E60/F07/F10 models (2010–2017); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151100 · Feb 2016 · also written SI B51 03 16, B510316

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.

SUBJECT Noise from the Power Window. When operating front power windows a chattering noise can be heard. Front window regulator is lacking lubrication

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Official document on NHTSA (PDF) →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 51 03 16
Also written: SI B51 03 16, B510316, 51 03 16, SIB-51-03-16, SI B510316
NHTSA ID10151100
Document IDs filedB510316
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models535i, 535I Gran Turismo, 550i, 550I Gran Turismo
Model years2010–2017
ChassisE60, F07, F10
EnginesN55, N62, N63
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System
Power Train
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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.