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SIB 52 06 16: Seat squeak
Seat squeak on BMW F48 models (2016–2017); BMW gives an adjustment procedure.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10146957 · Nov 2016 · also written SI B52 06 16, B520616
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DRIVER'S SEAT GROANS/CREAKS UNDER LOAD. Driver's seat backrest produces a groaning/creaking noise in the vicinity of the backrest width adjustment (refer to attached below video) when put under load (upper body pressure into seat back).
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 52 06 16 Also written: SI B52 06 16, B520616, 52 06 16, SIB-52-06-16, SI B520616 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10146957 |
| Document IDs filed | B520616 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X1, X1 SAV |
| Model years | 2016–2017 |
| Chassis | F48 |
| Engines | B46/B48 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Seats Seats › Barriers Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner |
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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