BMW X5 M (E70) V8-4.4L Turbo (S63) Technical Service Bulletin # 510511 Date: 110401
Body - Upper Door Frame Seal Noises
SI B51 05 11
Body Equipment
April 2011
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Upper Door Frame Seal Noises
MODEL
E70 (X5) produced January 2010 through November 2010
E71, E72 (X6) produced January 2010 through November 2010
SITUATION
Noises may be heard from the top of the door frame when driving the vehicle, especially when driving on rough roads. The noises are more apparent
with increased heat and humidity.
CAUSE
The torsion movement between the upper door gap seal and the painted surface of the roof area can create the rubbing noise.
PROCEDURE
Thoroughly clean all four door openings where the upper seal meets the painted roof area, using silicone remover. Repeat the cleaning procedure to
ensure all contaminants are fully removed. Replace all four upper door frame seals with the revised parts listed below.
PARTS INFORMATION
BMW X5 M (E70) V8-4.4L Turbo (S63) Page 288
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Body - Upper Door Frame Seal Noises
SI B51 05 11
Body Equipment
April 2011
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Upper Door Frame Seal Noises
MODEL
E70 (X5) produced January 2010 through November 2010
E71, E72 (X6) produced January 2010 through November 2010
SITUATION
Noises may be heard from the top of the door frame when driving the vehicle, especially when driving on rough roads. The noises are more apparent
with increased heat and humidity.
CAUSE
The torsion movement between the upper door gap seal and the painted surface of the roof area can create the rubbing noise.
PROCEDURE
Thoroughly clean all four door openings where the upper seal meets the painted roof area, using silicone remover. Repeat the cleaning procedure to
ensure all contaminants are fully removed. Replace all four upper door frame seals with the revised parts listed below.
PARTS INFORMATION
BMW X5 M (E70) V8-4.4L Turbo (S63) Page 288
WARRANTY INFORMATION