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SIB 65 16 08: Battery fault codes
Battery fault codes on BMW E83 models (2006–2008); BMW explains the cause and the approved repair.
BMW service bulletin · NHTSA ID 10028365 · Sep 2008 · also written SI B65 16 08, B651608
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.
A low voltage condition caused the steering angle sensor position data to be lost. The battery may have been discharged or disconnected. (model E83).
Details
| Bulletin number | SIB 65 16 08 Also written: SI B65 16 08, B651608, 65 16 08, SIB-65-16-08, SI B651608 |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 10028365 |
| Document IDs filed | SI-B-65-16-08 |
| Type | Service bulletin |
| Date | |
| Models | X3, X3 SAV |
| Model years | 2006–2008 |
| Chassis | E83 |
| Engines | M54, N52 |
| Component (NHTSA) | Air Bags Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel |
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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Before you pay, check the VIN for recalls. Some failures are covered by a safety recall or a BMW warranty extension.
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.