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SIB 51 29 11: Power window failure
Power window failure on BMW F25 models (2011); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10042685 · Sep 2011 · also written SI B51 29 11, B512911
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.
Due to electrochemical reactions, on some vehicles, the heating conductors and foil connectors, the rear window defroster may fail to operate properly.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 29 11 Also written: SI B51 29 11, B512911, 51 29 11, SIB-51-29-11, SI B512911 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10042685 |
| Document IDs filed | SIB-51-29-11 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X3 |
| Model years | 2011 |
| Chassis | F25 |
| Engines | N52, N55 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Rear Window |
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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