Night Vision System - Intermittently Inop./DTC 0x800495
SI B 66 05 09
Distance Systems, Cruise Control, Remote Control
August 2010
Technical Service
This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B66 05 09 dated April 2009.
[NEW] designates changes to this revision
SUBJECT
Vision System Is Intermittently Inoperative
MODEL
F01, F02* (7 Series)
[NEW] F07 * (5 Series Gran Turismo)
[NEW] *from SOP to 02/28/2010 with option 6UK (Night Vision with Pedestrian Detection)
SITUATION
Intermittently the Night Vision system is inoperative when the ignition is on.
Fault code memory entry "0x800495 - anti-theft protection: incorrect component allocation" is stored in the Night Vision control module.
After switching the ignition off and back on again, the Night Vision system works properly.
CAUSE
Software issue in the Night Vision control module
2010 BMW 750Li xDrive AWD (F02) V8-4.4L Turbo (N63) Page 350
[NEW] CORRECTION
Do not replace parts!
^ Perform a vehicle test and check whether fault code 800495 is stored in the Night Vision system.
^ If fault code 800495 is stored in the in the Night Vision system, delete the fault code entry and program the vehicle using ISTAIP 2.37.0 or later.
^ If no fault code is stored in the Night Vision system, follow diagnostics and the relevant test plan (s), using the latest ISTA version.
Note that ISTA/P will automatically reprogram and code all programmable control modules that do not have the latest software.
For information on programming and coding with ISTA/P, refer to CenterNet / Aftersales Portal / Service / Workshop Technology / Vehicle
Programming.
[NEW] WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
