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SIB 51 20 18: Door ticking noise
Door ticking noise on BMW I12/I15 models (2019); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10149530 · Oct 2018 · also written SI B51 20 18, B512018
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.
GROANING NOISE FROM A PILLAR WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE DOOR. There is a groaning noise from the A pillar area when opening or closing the doors. CAUSE The A pillar seal is sticking to the door in the area shown below. Condition the A pillar seals on both sides of the vehicle.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 20 18 Also written: SI B51 20 18, B512018, 51 20 18, SIB-51-20-18, SI B512018 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10149530 |
| Document IDs filed | B512018 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | I8 |
| Model years | 2019 |
| Chassis | I12, I15 |
| Engines | B38 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Equipment Structure |
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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