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SIB 61 20 13: Brakes warning message
Brakes warning message on BMW F01/F02/F15 models (2009–2015); the fix is replacing the affected part.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10148274 · Apr 2014 · also written SI B61 20 13, B612013
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.
Service Action: Replace EMF Switch. An electrical malfunction in the EMF (Electromechanical Parking Brake) switch can cause an erroneous Check Control Message to be displayed. The parking brake functions properly.
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 61 20 13 Also written: SI B61 20 13, B612013, 61 20 13, SIB-61-20-13, SI B612013 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10150179, 10148274 (revisions) |
| Document IDs filed | 612013 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | (first filed Nov 2013) |
| Models | 740i, 740LD, 740LI, 750i, 750LI, 760LI, ActiveHybrid 7, X5 |
| Model years | 2009–2015 |
| Chassis | F01, F02, F15 |
| Engines | N20, N54, N55, N57, N63, N74 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Electrical System Parking Brake |
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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