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SIB 61 01 11: Door warning message

Door warning message on BMW E90/E92/E93 models (2007–2010); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10040736 · Jul 2011 · also written SI B61 01 11, B610111

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.

Various functions in the vehicle are not working including: Instruments, door locks, wipers, and other electrical functions. There may also be warning lights on. K-can wiring in the vehicle shorted.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

Find it on NHTSA.gov →

Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 01 11
Also written: SI B61 01 11, B610111, 61 01 11, SIB-61-01-11, SI B610111
NHTSA ID10040736
Document IDs filedSIB-61-01-11
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models3 Series
Model years2007–2010
ChassisE90, E92, E93
EnginesN52, N54, N55
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System
Electrical System › Wiring

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.

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