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SIB 61 17 12: Power window fault codes

Power window fault codes on BMW E60/E61 models (2007–2009); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.

BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10044024 · Apr 2012 · also written SI B61 17 12, B611712

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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.

Wipers lights and front power windows are inoperative. This situation may start and lead to a permanent fault. Also included model F07 (5 series gran turismo) model years up to march 2012.

NHTSA's summary of this communication (excerpt)

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Details

Bulletin numberSIB 61 17 12
Also written: SI B61 17 12, B611712, 61 17 12, SIB-61-17-12, SI B611712
NHTSA ID10044024
Document IDs filedB61-17-12
TypeService bulletin
Date
Models5 Series
Model years2007–2009
ChassisE60, E61
EnginesN52, N54, N62
Component (NHTSA)Interior Lighting
Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer

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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.