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SIB 61 16 08: Power window warning message

Power window warning message on BMW E90/E92/E93 models (2007–2008); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10029107 · Nov 2003 · also written SI B61 16 08, B611608

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 electrical system failures which occurred while driving: A/C stopped working; fuel gauge display is implausible (shows empty); rear windows one touch function is inoperative; windshield wipers are working with being switched on; and various warning lights are illuminated on the instrument panel.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

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Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 16 08
Also written: SI B61 16 08, B611608, 61 16 08, SIB-61-16-08, SI B611608
NHTSA ID10029107
Document IDs filedSI-B-61-16-08
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models3 Series
Model years2007–2008
ChassisE90, E92, E93
EnginesN52, N54, N55
Component (NHTSA)Electrical System

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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