BMW X5 M (E70) V8-4.4L Turbo (S63) Technical Service Bulletin # 510909 Date: 101101
Interior - Rattle From Luggage Compartment
SI B51 09 09
Body Equipment
November 2010
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 09 09 dated January 2010.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
Rattle from the Luggage Compartment
MODEL
E70 (X5)
E71 (X6)
SITUATION
A rattle or creaking noise can be heard from the luggage compartment near the C-pillar or cargo cover when driving over rough roads. The noise
may be more apparent at low ambient temperatures.
CAUSE
The relative motion between the plastic trim adjacent to the C-pillar and the body shell, when the vehicle is subject to torsional loads.
CORRECTION
Apply felt tape to the locating tabs on the quarter glass vent trim.
INFORMATION
The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Follow the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. In Information Search, select
the "Function Structure" tab. Select Body, mechanism noises, noises, rear area noises, and then press "Start Search".
Select test plan "B5100_HECKMECH1 noises in the rear area".
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Refer to the KSD2 to code the repair performed as prescribed by ISTA diagnosis results and the Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual for
specific warranty coverage.
Interior - Rattle From Luggage Compartment
SI B51 09 09
Body Equipment
November 2010
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 09 09 dated January 2010.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
Rattle from the Luggage Compartment
MODEL
E70 (X5)
E71 (X6)
SITUATION
A rattle or creaking noise can be heard from the luggage compartment near the C-pillar or cargo cover when driving over rough roads. The noise
may be more apparent at low ambient temperatures.
CAUSE
The relative motion between the plastic trim adjacent to the C-pillar and the body shell, when the vehicle is subject to torsional loads.
CORRECTION
Apply felt tape to the locating tabs on the quarter glass vent trim.
INFORMATION
The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Follow the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. In Information Search, select
the "Function Structure" tab. Select Body, mechanism noises, noises, rear area noises, and then press "Start Search".
Select test plan "B5100_HECKMECH1 noises in the rear area".
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Refer to the KSD2 to code the repair performed as prescribed by ISTA diagnosis results and the Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual for
specific warranty coverage.