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SIB 51 43 15: Air conditioning noise
Air conditioning noise on BMW F06/F12/F13 models (2013–2016); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10151105 · Feb 2016 · also written SI B51 43 15, B514315
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 A Groaning Noise from the Rear Center Console Is Heard. A groaning noise is heard from the center console area. The noise can be reproduced by pressing against the center console.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 51 43 15 Also written: SI B51 43 15, B514315, 51 43 15, SIB-51-43-15, SI B514315 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10151105 |
| Document IDs filed | B514315 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | 640i, 650i, M6 |
| Model years | 2013–2016 |
| Chassis | F06, F12, F13 |
| Engines | N55, N63, S63 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Equipment |
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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