2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 610700 Date: 000701

Windshield Wiper Blades - Noisy/Not Cleaning Well

GROUP 61

General Electrical Systems

Bulletin Number

61 07 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletins replaces S.I. 61 02 94 dated May 1994.

SUBJECT

Windshield Wiper Blades are Noisy, or Do Not Clean Properly

MODEL

All

SITUATION

Wiper blades in good condition may make noise during operation, or may fail to clean the windshield properly.

CAUSE

These situations may be caused by contaminants on the glass or blades, or by the blades or arms being out of adjustment.

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CORRECTION:

The first step in eliminating wiper noise is to ensure that the glass and the blades are clean and free of contaminants. Common contaminants that are

not removed by conventional glass cleaners can be removed with Bon Ami(r), a household cleanser.

The cleanser should be applied on a wet cloth or sponge and the windshield must be thoroughly and evenly scrubbed. Wipe off the residue with a

clean, dry cloth before the cleanser dries on the glass.

If there is evidence of heavy overspray of waxes or silicones on the glass, a wax and silicone remover can be used to remove them.

Clean the wiper blades with a clean cloth soaked in rubbing alcohol.

Once the blades and glass have been cleaned, check the adjustment of the wiper arms and blades per Repair Manual, section 61 61 100, and adjust as

necessary. The adjustment gauges and tools for all models have previously been distributed. Refer to Special Tool CD SD-92-1 29 for ordering

additional tools, as well as the various Repair Manuals for instructions on using them.

Warranty Information: For information only.2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 720399 Date: 000701

Rear Airbag - Activation/Deactivation

GROUP 72

Safety Restraint Systems

Bulletin Number

72 03 99

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 72 03 99 dated June 1999.

SUBJECT:

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Rear Airbag Activation/Deactivation Procedure

Starting with June 1999 production, vehicles equipped with rear side airbags (option code 261) will arrive at the BMW center with the rear side

airbags deactivated. The rear HPS (head protection system), on E38 as of 3/99 production, will remain active from the factory. THE CUSTOMER

MUST BE INFORMED OF THIS SITUATION PRIOR TO DELIVERY.

MODEL:

E38, E39, E46, E53 with option 261 (rear seat side-impact airbag)

Situation:

Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. However, a child sitting in the rear seat and not

properly restrained may place his or her head on or near the side airbag. It may be difficult for a driver to ensure that children in the rear seat will

remain properly positioned at all times and not place their heads on or near the side airbag. BMW of North America Inc. recommends that the

customer should deactivate the rear-seat side airbags if they plan to transport children in the rear seat of their BMW.

Although the rear side door airbags are deactivated, the rear side door air bag equipped vehicles will have "AIRBAG" stamped on the door trim

panel as illustrated.

Note:

This situation is not critical for the HPS. Therefore, BMW does not recommend the deactivation of the HPS.

This rear airbag status at the time of vehicle production is listed.

Correction:

Prior to new car delivery, the customer must be informed that the rear side airbags are deactivated. BMW of North America, Inc. will provide

rear-door side-airbag deactivation and reactivation free of charge to the customer, through all BMW centers, on a customer request basis only. Rear

HPS, if available will remain active, unless the separate deactivation of the rear HPS system is requested by the customer and performed by a BMW

center.

(Important:

Although the rear HPS can be deactivated, BMW NA does not recommend performing this procedure. Therefore, the customer will be

responsible for paying any cost associated with the deactivation of the rear HPS.)

Affected Vehicles:

E38, E39, E46, E53 with option 261 (rear-seat side-impact airbag)

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Parts Information:

Warranty Information:

Reimbursement for this procedure will be provided through warranty entry without regard to vehicle age or mileage.

All labor operations include time to fill out all required forms, remove rear door panels, disconnect/reconnect rear airbags, code the MRS module,

affix stickers. and discuss the procedure with the customer.

Reactivate/Deactivate the Rear Door Side Airbags

1. Information for Side Airbags

Provide the customer with the form "Information Concerning Side Airbag Activation / Deactivation" prior to the vehicle delivery.

2. Authorization from the Customer prior to activation or deactivation:

Obtain the necessary authorization (from the customer) for airbag activation/deactivation by having the customer complete the "Authorization to

Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" form. This form must be completed by the customer before the activation / deactivation is performed.

3. Order the Labels: Refer to Parts Information in this S.I. (An initial supply of labels and forms will be automatically shipped to all BMW

centers.) All the proper labels should be affixed before the customer takes delivery of the vehicle.

4. Once the above components are obtained, contact the customer and arrange the appointment.

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Note:

A code is no longer needed to reactivate/deactivate the rear door side airbags as of DIS CD18.

5. Documentation

It is important that all documentation be completed and copies provided as follows:

a. Customer:

"Authorization to Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" White copy

b. BMWNA:

"Authorization to Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" Pink copy

"Airbag Deactivation/Reactivation Request (Part 2 must be completed)

Forms must be faxed to BMWNA at: (201)930-8401

or

mailed to BMWNA at:

BMW of North America, Inc.

BMW Plaza,

Montvale, NJ 07645

Attn: Quality and Service Engineering

Warning!:

Comply with airbag safety precautions! Incorrect handling can activate airbag and result in injury.

To Activate/Deactivate the rear door side airbag:

Note:

A BMW assigned code is not required for this operation.

6. Warning!Disconnect the battery and cover the negative cable terminal.

Failure to disconnect the battery may result in an airbag deployment.

Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivation/Reactivation only:

7. Remove the rear door panels.

8. Disconnect (reconnect) the main connector to both rear side airbags and secure the wires with small cable ties. (Connector may look different

than pictured here).

9. Install the rear door panel.

10. Coding: After the rear door airbag has been disconnected (reconnected if activating) the airbag module must be recoded:

-- Connect DIS or MoDic to the vehicle and turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C 21.0 or higher.)

-- Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

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-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "7 Side airbag, rear left"

-- Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully, the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed

The same procedure has to be repeated for the right side rear airbag:

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C 21.0 or higher.)

-- Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "8 Side airbag, rear right"

-- Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully1 the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed.

11. After coding has been completed turn the ignition OFF for at least 10 seconds.

-- Turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Diagnosis."

-- Select "Airbag" or "Restraint Systems/Airbag." Expert Mode

-- Select "Clear Fault Memory."

12. Remove the existing C-Pillar airbag warning labels and affix the new warning labels.

13. BMW center activated rear side airbag:

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For vehicles produced 6/99 and later: Remove the orange warning label "Side Airbag not operational" from the left and right C-pillars. Leave

the warning label (72 12 8 240 204) attached!

14. Remove the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-133) from the left and right rear quarter windows. Do not use a

"scraper" to remove this label.

15. BMW center deactivated rear side door airbag:

Remove all the existing C pillar labels and then affix the warning label "Warning: Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-099) and "Warning Rear

door side airbags are Deactivated. Rear Head Protection is activated" (SD92-131) to left and right C-pillars. Refer to illustrations.

Warning label SD92-131

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16. Affix the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-133) onto the left and right rear quarter windows.

17. For BMW center deactivation, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Airbag(s) in this vehicle have been deactivated"

(SD92-100) label in the Owner's Handbook on inside cover.

For BMW center activation, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Rear side airbags are active" (SD92-127) label in the Owner's

Handbook on inside cover.

Reactivate/Deactivate the Rear HPS System

To deactivate/reactivate the rear HPS airbag system (with rear HPS equipped only)

Important:

Although the rear HPS can be deactivated BMW of NA does not recommend performing this procedure. Therefore, the customer will be

responsible for paying any cost associated with this procedure.

Rear side door air bag equipped vehicles will have "AIRBAG" stamped on the door trim panel as illustrated.

Vehicles with rear HPS will have "HPS" stamped on the C-pillar trim panel as illustrated.

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Vehicles that are equipped with rear airbags can have the listed combinations with DIS CD 21.0 or later.

1. Obtain the Code Complete the "Deactivation/ Reactivation Request" form (Part 1), and fax to BMWNA (201) 930-8401 together with the

"Authorization to Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" form.

2. A deactivation/reactivation "Code" wilt be faxed back to the center.

Note:

The "Code" is specific to the dealer number programmed in the DIS tester, and the date on which the deactivation/reactivation is to be carried

out, and the VIN. Deactivation will not proceed unless all these criteria are met.

3. Warning!

Disconnect the battery and cover the negative cable terminal. Failure to disconnect the battery may result in an airbag deployment.

1. To deactivate/reactivate the rear HPS: Remove the left and right C-Pillar trim panels.

2. Remove the rear seat bottom, back and head rests.

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3. Remove the two trim plugs (2) on the rear parcel shelf (1). Repeat on the other side.

4. Remove the speaker grills (1) and the two Torx(r) screws (2). Repeat on the other side.

5. Remove the vents (1) on the left and right side parcel shelf (2). The gas generators (3) are located on each side of the C-pillar.

6. If the vehicle is equipped with a rear "sun shade", remove the 3 fasteners (accessible from inside the trunk) (1).

7. Remove the parcel shelf.

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8. Disconnect/Reconnect the Yellow connector (2) by pressing the tab as illustrated (arrow). Repeat on the other side.

9. Reinstall the parcel shelf, grills, rear seat, C-pillar trim, and reconnect the battery.

13. Coding: After the rear HPS has been disconnected (reconnected if

activating), the MRS must be recoded using the 5 digit Airbag Code obtained from BMWNA.

-- Connect DIS or MoDic to the vehicle and turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C21.0 or higher.) Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "9 Head airbag, rear left"

-- Enter the "Airbag Code."

Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully, the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed.

The same procedure has to be repeated for the right side rear HPS airbag:

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C21.0 or higher.)

-- Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "10 Head airbag, rear right"

-- Enter the "Airbag Code."

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-- Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully, the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed.

14. After coding has been completed turn the ignition OFF for at least 10 seconds.

-- Turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Diagnosis."

-- Select "Airbag" or "Restraint Systems/Airbag."

-- Expert Mode.

-- Select "Clear Fault Memory."

15. Remove the existing C pillar airbag warning labels and affix the new labels:

19. BMW center deactivated rear HPS and deactivated rear side door airbag:

Affix the warning labels "Warning: Rear Head Protection is Deactivated Rear Door Side Airbags are Deactivated" (5D92-132) and the yellow

"Side Airbag Deactivated" label (SD92-099 illustrated) to left and right C-pillars.

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20. Affix the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated"" (SD92-133) onto the left and right rear quarter windows.

21. BMW center activated rear HPS and activated rear side door airbag:

Affix the warning label (72 12 8 240 204) to left and right C- pillars.

22. For BMW center activated Rear HPS and Deactivated rear side door airbag, affix the warning label: "Warning Rear Door Side Airbags are

Deactivated Rear HPS is Activated" label(SD92-131) to the left and right C-pillars and warning label ".Warning Rear Door Side Airbag

Deactivated.

23. Affix the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-133) onto the left and right rear quarter windows.

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24. Affix the appropriate warning labels to the inside front cover of the Owner's Manual. Place the new label(s) directly over the existing rear

airbag labels:

25. For BMW center deactivation of rear HPS and rear side door airbag, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Airbag(s) in this

vehicle have been deactivated" label (SD92-100) in the Owner's Handbook on the inside cover.

26. For BMW center activation of Rear HPS and rear side door airbag, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Rear side airbags in

this vehicle have been activated" label (SD92-127) in the Owner's Handbook.

27. For BMW center activation of rear HPS and deactivation of rear side door airbag, affix the warning label: "Warning: Rear side airbags in this

vehicle have been Deactivated. Rear HPS is Activated" label (SD92-131) in the Owner's Handbook.

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Rear Airbag Deactivation/Reactivation Label Installation: for vehicles with rear side airbags (option 261)

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 360200 Date: 000701

Tires and Wheels - Applications

GROUP 36

Wheels and Tires

36 02 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Service Engineering

July 2000

163

SUBJECT:

Model Year 2000 and later Wheel and Tire Applications

MODEL:

All

SITUATION:

The wheel and tire application charts previously supplied as attachments to annual bulletins are now available via the KSD CD that is provided to all

centers on a regular basis. The initial CD to contain this information is the 04/2000 version that is currently at all centers.

The application data for the current model year will be updated with subsequent CDs as the information becomes available. Information for previous

model years will not be updated.

Note:

Information for M vehicles and wheels is not on the current CD. This information will be incorporated in later versions of the CD.

PROCEDURE

In order to utilize this new feature, your DCS 2000 network must be loaded with Netscape Communicator 4.05 or higher, or Microsoft Internet

Explorer 4.0 or higher.

-- Click on the "Wheel/Tyre Combi." folder icon to connect to the wheel/tyre combination homepage. Please read the "General Information

"which provides valuable information on the use of the homepage.

-- Click on the model on the left hand side of the page.

-- Click on the file folder that aligns with the model year and body style you are researching.

-- Click on the model group that covers the model you are researching. This will bring you directly to the page for that model, listing all of the

approved wheel sizes. Pay close attention to all footnotes.

-- Click on the "Tyre Makes "tab on the left side of the page to access the approved tire listings.

-- Click on the folder icon for the appropriate model under "Summer" or "Winter" as required, and the listing of approved tires that corresponds

to the approved wheel sizes will come up.

Note:

All-Season listings for US and Canadian markets will usually appear first. Not all tires listed may be available in the US.

You may print out information from the available listings for reference. However, these prints should be discarded whenever a new KSD CD is

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 840800 Date: 000701

Accessory Navigation System - Information

GROUP 84

Phone, Navigation Systems

Bulletin Number

84 08 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT:

E39 - BMW Accessory Navigation System Speed Input Signal

MODEL:

E39, 5 series vehicles manufactured after 06/99

Situation:

During the installation of the BMW Accessory Navigation System into E39 vehicles, the speed signal input (male pin # 3 in the connector X322)

cannot be found.

Cause:

Since July of 1999 production, the separate speed signal (Speed-A) output harness has been eliminated from series production. The speed

information is now made available to the connected control modules in the form of a telegram via the body bus (K-bus). By design, the Accessory

Navigation System is not capable to extract speed signal information from the K-Bus.

Correction:

When installing the BMW Accessory Navigation System into E39 vehicles manufactured after 06/99, the Speed-A signal wire has to be fitted

between the instrument cluster (pin # 3 of the 18-pin connector X10113 for the IKE, or pin # of the 26-pin connector X11176 for the Kombi) and

pin number 3 of the X322 connector (located in the rear left corner of the trunk).

Such a modification is not covered by the BMW New Car Limited Warranty.

Procedure:

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For the Speed-A signal adapter harness use one of the wires from the Airbag Repair Cable (P/N 61 12 8 386 368) and the male socket connector P/N

61 13 0 007 452.

1. Cut through the single wire from the Airbag Repair Harness, at the length of 12 feet, starting from the female Siemens connector.

2. Strip off insulation at the end of the cut wire (stripped length 4.5 mm), and crimp the male socket connector P/N 61 13 0 007 452. Use the

appropriate crimping tool - e.g. pliers with die block P/N 61 9 041 found in the Electric Repair Kit IV P/N 61 9 020.

3. Remove the instrument cluster. Refer to Repair Manual RA 62 11 200.

Find connector (1):

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-- X10113 (18-pin natural) on vehicles with IKE, or

-- X11176 (26-pin natural) on vehicles with low cluster

4. Disassemble the connector by removing the locking tab (sliding it upwards), and then removing the housing assembly as shown on the

illustration.

5. Insert female Siemens connector of the adapter harness into the slot number:

-- 3 of connector X10113 (IKE), or

-- 14 of connector X11176 (Kombi).

6. Route the Speed-A signal adapter harness along the Accessory Navigation Harness A, as shown on the illustration (for routing details refer to

Accessory Navigation Installation Instruction P/N 01 21 9 790 598)

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7. Route the adapter wire to the right, towards the air vent pipe, and then down the rear center of the dash, behind the radio-mounting bracket (2).

8. Route the speed signal adapter wire (4) down and back toward the rear compartment going through the center console following the route of

harnesses B3 and B4. Then continue over the transmission tunnel, to the rear seat area and finally out to the trunk going through the grommet.

9. Route the speed signal adapter wire with harness branches A9, B3, and B4 under the carpet, from the back of the center console to the top LH

edge of the transmission tunnel. Then route cables along the bottom edge of the rear seat, finally under the rear seat towards the trunk.

10. Route the harness into the trunk through the grommet (1), towards connector X322.

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11. Locate connector X322 (A) that is mounted behind the radio amplifier bracket, in the left trunk corner. Detach the connector from the bracket

and disassemble connector's housing.

12. Insert the male pin socket (2) from the speed signal adapter harness into slot number 3 of connector X322 (1).

13. Proceed with the other installation steps for BMW Accessory Navigation System.

Parts Information:

Warranty Information:

For information only. Additional cost of parts and labor incurred during this procedure should be charged to the customer.

DISCLAIMER2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 720200 Date: 000701

Airbag Control Module - Warning Light ON/Codes Set

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GROUP 72

Safety Restraint Systems

Bulletin Number

72 02 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 72 02 00 dated April 2000.

SUBJECT:

Coding of Airbag Control Modules with DIS/MoDiC CD 22.0

MODEL:

All

Situation:

After replacing and coding, or after recoding only of the airbag control module with DIS/MoDiC version CD 22.0, the SRS light (airbag warning

light) is illuminated and various fault codes are stored in fault memory of the SRS control module.

Cause:

The SRS airbag control module was encoded incorrectly, and vehicle specific airbag equipment information (e.g. deactivated airbags) was not

transferred during a coding process.

Correction:

As from DIS/MoDiC version CD 21.0 when replacing or recoding the SRS control module, path: "1. Replace control module" should be selected

from ZCS coding program.

If necessary, the faulty SRS control module must be reinstalled and the following coding procedure must be performed.

Procedure:

1. Connect diagnostic connector to the vehicle.

2. Turn the key on (KL15).

3. Select "Coding/Program."

4. Select "3. ZCS Coding". Scroll right >.

5. "Coding by means of central coding code (ZCS) Version C22.0" is displayed. Scroll right >.

6. "ZCS encoding can be overwritten by the modifications made by the CAR/KEY MEMORY program. They can be reset if necessary" is

displayed. Scroll right >.

7. Select the appropriate engineering series. Scroll right >.

8. Select "1. Recoding". Scroll right >.

9. Select "19. AIRBAG". Scroll right >.

10. Select "1. Replace control unit". Scroll right >.

11. "First read data out of faulty control unit and save, then transfer data to new control unit and code control unit" is displayed. Scroll right >.

12. Select "1. Read data out of faulty control unit". Scroll right >.

13. "Is a faulty ABG control unit still fitted in the vehicle?" is displayed. Select "YES"

14. "Turn on ignition! Start reading the data" is displayed. Select "YES".

15. "Install new control unit. Then transfer data to new control unit and recode control unit. The data is stored in the tester" is displayed. Scroll

left <.

16. Select "2. Transfer data to new control unit and code control unit" is displayed. Scroll right >.

17. "Enter the last 7 places of the chassis number" is displayed. Scroll right >.

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18. After entering the last 7 digits of the VIN, "Confirm input/identification" is displayed. Select "YES".

19. "Install control unit, turn on ignition" is displayed. Scroll right >.

20. "Transfer data to new control unit and start automatic coding?" is displayed. Select "YES".

21. "AIRBAG automatic coding active! Please wait!" is displayed.

22. When coding is complete, "AIRBAG The central coding code has not been changed! Coding Complete! Turn ignition off. Wait 10 seconds.

Turn ignition on again and carry out the functional check" is displayed.

23. The SRS module coding is now complete.

Important:

In case it is not possible to retrieve coding data from the original airbag control module, path: "2 Recode control unit" should be selected during

the coding process. The functionality of this coding path is available only since the introduction of DIS/MoDiC C 22.0. The following procedure

must be performed:

1. Select "2 Recode control unit". Scroll right >.

2. "AIRBAG Install control unit so that it works properly. Turn on ignition!" is displayed. Scroll right >.

3. "Is the original airbag control unit still fitted: is displayed. Answer "NO".

4. The following description of the process is displayed: "WARNING! The airbag control unit is being coded according to the current coding

key and the equipment features are being overwritten. Deactivations of the airbag control unit carried out are lost and must be carried out

again!". Scroll right >.

5. "AIRBAG Start automatic coding?" is displayed. Select "YES".

6. "AIRBAG automatic coding active! Please wait!" is displayed.

7. When coding is complete, "AIRBAG The central coding code has not been changed! Coding Complete! Turn ignition off. Wait 10 seconds.

Turn ignition on again and carry out the functional check" is displayed.

8. The SRS module coding is now complete. In case the affected vehicle had some of the airbag equipment (e.g. rear airbags) deactivated prior to

replacement/recoding of the control module, the SRS light is going to be illuminated and appropriate fault codes will be stored in the SRS

module. The airbags deactivation/reactivation must be performed again (follow Service Information Bulletins 72 08 97 and 72 03 99 for

coding procedure), and then the fault codes must be cleared from the SRS module fault memory.

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 610500 Date: 000701

Electrical Connnectors - Stabilant 22A Contact Enhancer

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GROUP 61

General Electrical Systems

Bulletin Number

61 05 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Service Engineering

July 2000

This Service Information bulletins supersedes S.I. 61 05 00 dated May 2000.

SUBJECT

Stabilant 22A Electrical Contact Enhancer

MODEL

All

GENERAL INFORMATION

Connectors carrying low current, are particularly susceptible to the formation of deposits. These deposits affect the resistance of the circuit running

through the plug connector and, depending on the sensitivity of the particular circuit, can cause system malfunctions (very often intermittent in

nature), and the activation of warning lamps and check control indicators. Airbag circuits and sensor circuits are typical examples of low current

circuits.

In many cases, part replacement may temporarily cure the problem, not because the part was faulty, but because the wiping action of disconnecting

and reconnecting the connector wipes clean the metal to metal surfaces within the connector itself.

Where the connector may be the cause of the vehicle problem:

-- Without disconnecting the connector, if possible, measure the resistance of the circuit running through the connector to confirm the connector

has high resistance. A good connector will have close to zero ohms resistance.

-- Remove both male and female terminals from the connector housing and visually examine them to confirm the integrity of the wire crimps, and

in the case of certain types of male terminal, the integrity of the weld of the male pin to the terminal itself. Reinstall the terminals in their

housings.

-- Liberally spray both male and female connectors with a zero residue electrical contact cleaner.

-- Allow to air dry. Do not dry with shop air supply as this may recontaminate the connector.

-- Read and understand any Stabilant 22A safety precautions provided by the manufacturer.

-- Apply Stabilant 22A to both male and female connectors so the terminals are completely wet. A cotton swab may be used if required.

-- Reconnect the connectors while still wet.

Stabilant 22A evaporates and leaves a thin polymer film which is conductive between the mating surfaces, while staying non-conductive between

adjacent pins. At the same time it prevents the formation of any further harmful deposits.

NOTE:

Stabilant 22A must not be used on Oxygen Sensor connectors. To function, oxygen sensors require a flow of oxygen through the terminal

connector to the sensor element. Stabilant 22A will affect this flow of oxygen, and will result in irreparable damage to the sensor.

Stabilant 22A may be obtained directly from Wurth USA., Inc:

Wurth P/N - 893622

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An initial supply consisting of:

(1) bottle P/N 593622 Stabilant 22A

(1) can P/N 89365 Wurth Zero Residue Electrical Contact

Cleaner will be shipped by Wurth USA

to

each BMW Center under the Automatic Shipment Program

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Stabilant 22A may be claimed when used in conjunction with repairs performed under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

The sublet allowance claimed for Stabilant 22A, should reflect the value of the product used for the repair, up to a maximum of $2.

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 510400 Date: 000701

Door Sound/Vapor Barrier - Water Leaks

GROUP 51

Body Equipment

Bulletin Number

51 04 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT:

Re-Sealing Door Sound/Vapor Barrier

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MODEL:

All

Situation:

Occasional customer complaints of water leaks are encountered where the cause of the leak is found to be a poor seal of the sound/vapor barrier in

one or more doors. If this barrier is not sealed properly, especially on the bottom, water can run down between the inner door frame and the door

trim panel, and then into the car.

If the barrier must be removed partially or completely for access to the interior of the door, careful attention must be paid to removing and

refastening the barrier to prevent water leak problems in the future.

Correction:

If the vapor barrier is suspected to be leaking, remove the door panel on the affected door to gain access to the barrier. Carefully check the barrier

for tears or loose adhesive holding it to the inner door frame. Refer to appropriate Repair Manual, section 51 48 ..for complete instructions on

correct location of sealant strips.

E39 front door illustration shown as example

Dotted line (1) shows sealant strip under barrier (2).

E46 front door illustration shown as example

Proper positioning of sealant tape (1) on door shown.

Particular attention should be paid to properly sealing the lower portion of the barrier, as water will collect in this area. Make sure that the drain

holes to allow the water to flow from between the barrier and the door into the interior of the door, as well as those that drain to the exterior are clear

and free flowing.

Small tears in the barrier material may be repaired using Wurth Plastic Weld, part number 89391012.

Areas that are not properly sealed can be re-sealed with 3M Windo Weld Ribbon Sealer, (black, 1/4" X 15'). Clean old adhesive off with 3M

General Purpose

Adhesive Remover to ensure a tight seal between the door and the barrier.

Openings in the barrier to allow passage of wires or fasteners should also be checked and sealed if they show any evidence of water intrusion.

WARRANTY INFORMATION: Information only.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 720200 Date: 000701

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 720200 Date: 000701

Airbag Control Module - Warning Light ON/Codes Set

GROUP 72

Safety Restraint Systems

Bulletin Number

72 02 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 72 02 00 dated April 2000.

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SUBJECT:

Coding of Airbag Control Modules with DIS/MoDiC CD 22.0

MODEL:

All

Situation:

After replacing and coding, or after recoding only of the airbag control module with DIS/MoDiC version CD 22.0, the SRS light (airbag warning

light) is illuminated and various fault codes are stored in fault memory of the SRS control module.

Cause:

The SRS airbag control module was encoded incorrectly, and vehicle specific airbag equipment information (e.g. deactivated airbags) was not

transferred during a coding process.

Correction:

As from DIS/MoDiC version CD 21.0 when replacing or recoding the SRS control module, path: "1. Replace control module" should be selected

from ZCS coding program.

If necessary, the faulty SRS control module must be reinstalled and the following coding procedure must be performed.

Procedure:

1. Connect diagnostic connector to the vehicle.

2. Turn the key on (KL15).

3. Select "Coding/Program."

4. Select "3. ZCS Coding". Scroll right >.

5. "Coding by means of central coding code (ZCS) Version C22.0" is displayed. Scroll right >.

6. "ZCS encoding can be overwritten by the modifications made by the CAR/KEY MEMORY program. They can be reset if necessary" is

displayed. Scroll right >.

7. Select the appropriate engineering series. Scroll right >.

8. Select "1. Recoding". Scroll right >.

9. Select "19. AIRBAG". Scroll right >.

10. Select "1. Replace control unit". Scroll right >.

11. "First read data out of faulty control unit and save, then transfer data to new control unit and code control unit" is displayed. Scroll right >.

12. Select "1. Read data out of faulty control unit". Scroll right >.

13. "Is a faulty ABG control unit still fitted in the vehicle?" is displayed. Select "YES"

14. "Turn on ignition! Start reading the data" is displayed. Select "YES".

15. "Install new control unit. Then transfer data to new control unit and recode control unit. The data is stored in the tester" is displayed. Scroll

left <.

16. Select "2. Transfer data to new control unit and code control unit" is displayed. Scroll right >.

17. "Enter the last 7 places of the chassis number" is displayed. Scroll right >.

18. After entering the last 7 digits of the VIN, "Confirm input/identification" is displayed. Select "YES".

19. "Install control unit, turn on ignition" is displayed. Scroll right >.

20. "Transfer data to new control unit and start automatic coding?" is displayed. Select "YES".

21. "AIRBAG automatic coding active! Please wait!" is displayed.

22. When coding is complete, "AIRBAG The central coding code has not been changed! Coding Complete! Turn ignition off. Wait 10 seconds.

Turn ignition on again and carry out the functional check" is displayed.

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23. The SRS module coding is now complete.

Important:

In case it is not possible to retrieve coding data from the original airbag control module, path: "2 Recode control unit" should be selected during

the coding process. The functionality of this coding path is available only since the introduction of DIS/MoDiC C 22.0. The following procedure

must be performed:

1. Select "2 Recode control unit". Scroll right >.

2. "AIRBAG Install control unit so that it works properly. Turn on ignition!" is displayed. Scroll right >.

3. "Is the original airbag control unit still fitted: is displayed. Answer "NO".

4. The following description of the process is displayed: "WARNING! The airbag control unit is being coded according to the current coding

key and the equipment features are being overwritten. Deactivations of the airbag control unit carried out are lost and must be carried out

again!". Scroll right >.

5. "AIRBAG Start automatic coding?" is displayed. Select "YES".

6. "AIRBAG automatic coding active! Please wait!" is displayed.

7. When coding is complete, "AIRBAG The central coding code has not been changed! Coding Complete! Turn ignition off. Wait 10 seconds.

Turn ignition on again and carry out the functional check" is displayed.

8. The SRS module coding is now complete. In case the affected vehicle had some of the airbag equipment (e.g. rear airbags) deactivated prior to

replacement/recoding of the control module, the SRS light is going to be illuminated and appropriate fault codes will be stored in the SRS

module. The airbags deactivation/reactivation must be performed again (follow Service Information Bulletins 72 08 97 and 72 03 99 for

coding procedure), and then the fault codes must be cleared from the SRS module fault memory.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 510400 Date: 000701

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 510400 Date: 000701

Door Sound/Vapor Barrier - Water Leaks

GROUP 51

Body Equipment

Bulletin Number

51 04 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT:

Re-Sealing Door Sound/Vapor Barrier

MODEL:

All

Situation:

Occasional customer complaints of water leaks are encountered where the cause of the leak is found to be a poor seal of the sound/vapor barrier in

one or more doors. If this barrier is not sealed properly, especially on the bottom, water can run down between the inner door frame and the door

trim panel, and then into the car.

If the barrier must be removed partially or completely for access to the interior of the door, careful attention must be paid to removing and

refastening the barrier to prevent water leak problems in the future.

Correction:

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If the vapor barrier is suspected to be leaking, remove the door panel on the affected door to gain access to the barrier. Carefully check the barrier

for tears or loose adhesive holding it to the inner door frame. Refer to appropriate Repair Manual, section 51 48 ..for complete instructions on

correct location of sealant strips.

E39 front door illustration shown as example

Dotted line (1) shows sealant strip under barrier (2).

E46 front door illustration shown as example

Proper positioning of sealant tape (1) on door shown.

Particular attention should be paid to properly sealing the lower portion of the barrier, as water will collect in this area. Make sure that the drain

holes to allow the water to flow from between the barrier and the door into the interior of the door, as well as those that drain to the exterior are clear

and free flowing.

Small tears in the barrier material may be repaired using Wurth Plastic Weld, part number 89391012.

Areas that are not properly sealed can be re-sealed with 3M Windo Weld Ribbon Sealer, (black, 1/4" X 15'). Clean old adhesive off with 3M

General Purpose

Adhesive Remover to ensure a tight seal between the door and the barrier.

Openings in the barrier to allow passage of wires or fasteners should also be checked and sealed if they show any evidence of water intrusion.

WARRANTY INFORMATION: Information only.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 610500 Date: 000701

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 610500 Date: 000701

Electrical Connnectors - Stabilant 22A Contact Enhancer

GROUP 61

General Electrical Systems

Bulletin Number

61 05 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Service Engineering

July 2000

This Service Information bulletins supersedes S.I. 61 05 00 dated May 2000.

SUBJECT

Stabilant 22A Electrical Contact Enhancer

MODEL

All

GENERAL INFORMATION

Connectors carrying low current, are particularly susceptible to the formation of deposits. These deposits affect the resistance of the circuit running

through the plug connector and, depending on the sensitivity of the particular circuit, can cause system malfunctions (very often intermittent in

nature), and the activation of warning lamps and check control indicators. Airbag circuits and sensor circuits are typical examples of low current

circuits.

In many cases, part replacement may temporarily cure the problem, not because the part was faulty, but because the wiping action of disconnecting

and reconnecting the connector wipes clean the metal to metal surfaces within the connector itself.

Where the connector may be the cause of the vehicle problem:

-- Without disconnecting the connector, if possible, measure the resistance of the circuit running through the connector to confirm the connector

has high resistance. A good connector will have close to zero ohms resistance.

-- Remove both male and female terminals from the connector housing and visually examine them to confirm the integrity of the wire crimps, and

in the case of certain types of male terminal, the integrity of the weld of the male pin to the terminal itself. Reinstall the terminals in their

housings.

-- Liberally spray both male and female connectors with a zero residue electrical contact cleaner.

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-- Allow to air dry. Do not dry with shop air supply as this may recontaminate the connector.

-- Read and understand any Stabilant 22A safety precautions provided by the manufacturer.

-- Apply Stabilant 22A to both male and female connectors so the terminals are completely wet. A cotton swab may be used if required.

-- Reconnect the connectors while still wet.

Stabilant 22A evaporates and leaves a thin polymer film which is conductive between the mating surfaces, while staying non-conductive between

adjacent pins. At the same time it prevents the formation of any further harmful deposits.

NOTE:

Stabilant 22A must not be used on Oxygen Sensor connectors. To function, oxygen sensors require a flow of oxygen through the terminal

connector to the sensor element. Stabilant 22A will affect this flow of oxygen, and will result in irreparable damage to the sensor.

Stabilant 22A may be obtained directly from Wurth USA., Inc:

Wurth P/N - 893622

An initial supply consisting of:

(1) bottle P/N 593622 Stabilant 22A

(1) can P/N 89365 Wurth Zero Residue Electrical Contact

Cleaner will be shipped by Wurth USA

to

each BMW Center under the Automatic Shipment Program

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Stabilant 22A may be claimed when used in conjunction with repairs performed under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

The sublet allowance claimed for Stabilant 22A, should reflect the value of the product used for the repair, up to a maximum of $2.

Warranty Information: For information only.2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 720399 Date: 000701

Warranty Information: For information only.2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 720399 Date: 000701

Rear Airbag - Activation/Deactivation

GROUP 72

Safety Restraint Systems

Bulletin Number

72 03 99

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

268

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 72 03 99 dated June 1999.

SUBJECT:

Rear Airbag Activation/Deactivation Procedure

Starting with June 1999 production, vehicles equipped with rear side airbags (option code 261) will arrive at the BMW center with the rear side

airbags deactivated. The rear HPS (head protection system), on E38 as of 3/99 production, will remain active from the factory. THE CUSTOMER

MUST BE INFORMED OF THIS SITUATION PRIOR TO DELIVERY.

MODEL:

E38, E39, E46, E53 with option 261 (rear seat side-impact airbag)

Situation:

Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. However, a child sitting in the rear seat and not

properly restrained may place his or her head on or near the side airbag. It may be difficult for a driver to ensure that children in the rear seat will

remain properly positioned at all times and not place their heads on or near the side airbag. BMW of North America Inc. recommends that the

customer should deactivate the rear-seat side airbags if they plan to transport children in the rear seat of their BMW.

Although the rear side door airbags are deactivated, the rear side door air bag equipped vehicles will have "AIRBAG" stamped on the door trim

panel as illustrated.

Note:

This situation is not critical for the HPS. Therefore, BMW does not recommend the deactivation of the HPS.

This rear airbag status at the time of vehicle production is listed.

Correction:

Prior to new car delivery, the customer must be informed that the rear side airbags are deactivated. BMW of North America, Inc. will provide

rear-door side-airbag deactivation and reactivation free of charge to the customer, through all BMW centers, on a customer request basis only. Rear

HPS, if available will remain active, unless the separate deactivation of the rear HPS system is requested by the customer and performed by a BMW

center.

(Important:

Although the rear HPS can be deactivated, BMW NA does not recommend performing this procedure. Therefore, the customer will be

responsible for paying any cost associated with the deactivation of the rear HPS.)

Affected Vehicles:

E38, E39, E46, E53 with option 261 (rear-seat side-impact airbag)

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Parts Information:

Warranty Information:

Reimbursement for this procedure will be provided through warranty entry without regard to vehicle age or mileage.

All labor operations include time to fill out all required forms, remove rear door panels, disconnect/reconnect rear airbags, code the MRS module,

affix stickers. and discuss the procedure with the customer.

Reactivate/Deactivate the Rear Door Side Airbags

1. Information for Side Airbags

Provide the customer with the form "Information Concerning Side Airbag Activation / Deactivation" prior to the vehicle delivery.

2. Authorization from the Customer prior to activation or deactivation:

Obtain the necessary authorization (from the customer) for airbag activation/deactivation by having the customer complete the "Authorization to

Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" form. This form must be completed by the customer before the activation / deactivation is performed.

3. Order the Labels: Refer to Parts Information in this S.I. (An initial supply of labels and forms will be automatically shipped to all BMW

centers.) All the proper labels should be affixed before the customer takes delivery of the vehicle.

4. Once the above components are obtained, contact the customer and arrange the appointment.

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Note:

A code is no longer needed to reactivate/deactivate the rear door side airbags as of DIS CD18.

5. Documentation

It is important that all documentation be completed and copies provided as follows:

a. Customer:

"Authorization to Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" White copy

b. BMWNA:

"Authorization to Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" Pink copy

"Airbag Deactivation/Reactivation Request (Part 2 must be completed)

Forms must be faxed to BMWNA at: (201)930-8401

or

mailed to BMWNA at:

BMW of North America, Inc.

BMW Plaza,

Montvale, NJ 07645

Attn: Quality and Service Engineering

Warning!:

Comply with airbag safety precautions! Incorrect handling can activate airbag and result in injury.

To Activate/Deactivate the rear door side airbag:

Note:

A BMW assigned code is not required for this operation.

6. Warning!Disconnect the battery and cover the negative cable terminal.

Failure to disconnect the battery may result in an airbag deployment.

Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivation/Reactivation only:

7. Remove the rear door panels.

8. Disconnect (reconnect) the main connector to both rear side airbags and secure the wires with small cable ties. (Connector may look different

than pictured here).

9. Install the rear door panel.

10. Coding: After the rear door airbag has been disconnected (reconnected if activating) the airbag module must be recoded:

-- Connect DIS or MoDic to the vehicle and turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C 21.0 or higher.)

-- Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

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-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "7 Side airbag, rear left"

-- Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully, the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed

The same procedure has to be repeated for the right side rear airbag:

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C 21.0 or higher.)

-- Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "8 Side airbag, rear right"

-- Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully1 the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed.

11. After coding has been completed turn the ignition OFF for at least 10 seconds.

-- Turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Diagnosis."

-- Select "Airbag" or "Restraint Systems/Airbag." Expert Mode

-- Select "Clear Fault Memory."

12. Remove the existing C-Pillar airbag warning labels and affix the new warning labels.

13. BMW center activated rear side airbag:

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For vehicles produced 6/99 and later: Remove the orange warning label "Side Airbag not operational" from the left and right C-pillars. Leave

the warning label (72 12 8 240 204) attached!

14. Remove the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-133) from the left and right rear quarter windows. Do not use a

"scraper" to remove this label.

15. BMW center deactivated rear side door airbag:

Remove all the existing C pillar labels and then affix the warning label "Warning: Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-099) and "Warning Rear

door side airbags are Deactivated. Rear Head Protection is activated" (SD92-131) to left and right C-pillars. Refer to illustrations.

Warning label SD92-131

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16. Affix the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-133) onto the left and right rear quarter windows.

17. For BMW center deactivation, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Airbag(s) in this vehicle have been deactivated"

(SD92-100) label in the Owner's Handbook on inside cover.

For BMW center activation, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Rear side airbags are active" (SD92-127) label in the Owner's

Handbook on inside cover.

Reactivate/Deactivate the Rear HPS System

To deactivate/reactivate the rear HPS airbag system (with rear HPS equipped only)

Important:

Although the rear HPS can be deactivated BMW of NA does not recommend performing this procedure. Therefore, the customer will be

responsible for paying any cost associated with this procedure.

Rear side door air bag equipped vehicles will have "AIRBAG" stamped on the door trim panel as illustrated.

Vehicles with rear HPS will have "HPS" stamped on the C-pillar trim panel as illustrated.

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Vehicles that are equipped with rear airbags can have the listed combinations with DIS CD 21.0 or later.

1. Obtain the Code Complete the "Deactivation/ Reactivation Request" form (Part 1), and fax to BMWNA (201) 930-8401 together with the

"Authorization to Activate/Deactivate an Air Bag" form.

2. A deactivation/reactivation "Code" wilt be faxed back to the center.

Note:

The "Code" is specific to the dealer number programmed in the DIS tester, and the date on which the deactivation/reactivation is to be carried

out, and the VIN. Deactivation will not proceed unless all these criteria are met.

3. Warning!

Disconnect the battery and cover the negative cable terminal. Failure to disconnect the battery may result in an airbag deployment.

1. To deactivate/reactivate the rear HPS: Remove the left and right C-Pillar trim panels.

2. Remove the rear seat bottom, back and head rests.

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3. Remove the two trim plugs (2) on the rear parcel shelf (1). Repeat on the other side.

4. Remove the speaker grills (1) and the two Torx(r) screws (2). Repeat on the other side.

5. Remove the vents (1) on the left and right side parcel shelf (2). The gas generators (3) are located on each side of the C-pillar.

6. If the vehicle is equipped with a rear "sun shade", remove the 3 fasteners (accessible from inside the trunk) (1).

7. Remove the parcel shelf.

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8. Disconnect/Reconnect the Yellow connector (2) by pressing the tab as illustrated (arrow). Repeat on the other side.

9. Reinstall the parcel shelf, grills, rear seat, C-pillar trim, and reconnect the battery.

13. Coding: After the rear HPS has been disconnected (reconnected if

activating), the MRS must be recoded using the 5 digit Airbag Code obtained from BMWNA.

-- Connect DIS or MoDic to the vehicle and turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C21.0 or higher.) Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "9 Head airbag, rear left"

-- Enter the "Airbag Code."

Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully, the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed.

The same procedure has to be repeated for the right side rear HPS airbag:

-- Select "Encoding ZCS" (Version C21.0 or higher.)

-- Identify vehicle.

-- Select "Conversions."

-- Select "Airbag."

-- Select "1 Airbag components".

-- Select the action to be performed:

-- "1 Activation", or

-- "2 Deactivation".

-- Select "10 Head airbag, rear right"

-- Enter the "Airbag Code."

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-- Select "Yes" to start automatic coding.

If coding is completed successfully, the message "Coding is completed" is displayed.

Note:

The Central Coding Key will be changed.

14. After coding has been completed turn the ignition OFF for at least 10 seconds.

-- Turn the ignition ON to the number 2 position (KL-R).

-- Select "Diagnosis."

-- Select "Airbag" or "Restraint Systems/Airbag."

-- Expert Mode.

-- Select "Clear Fault Memory."

15. Remove the existing C pillar airbag warning labels and affix the new labels:

19. BMW center deactivated rear HPS and deactivated rear side door airbag:

Affix the warning labels "Warning: Rear Head Protection is Deactivated Rear Door Side Airbags are Deactivated" (5D92-132) and the yellow

"Side Airbag Deactivated" label (SD92-099 illustrated) to left and right C-pillars.

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20. Affix the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated"" (SD92-133) onto the left and right rear quarter windows.

21. BMW center activated rear HPS and activated rear side door airbag:

Affix the warning label (72 12 8 240 204) to left and right C- pillars.

22. For BMW center activated Rear HPS and Deactivated rear side door airbag, affix the warning label: "Warning Rear Door Side Airbags are

Deactivated Rear HPS is Activated" label(SD92-131) to the left and right C-pillars and warning label ".Warning Rear Door Side Airbag

Deactivated.

23. Affix the clear warning label "Rear Door Side Airbag Deactivated" (SD92-133) onto the left and right rear quarter windows.

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24. Affix the appropriate warning labels to the inside front cover of the Owner's Manual. Place the new label(s) directly over the existing rear

airbag labels:

25. For BMW center deactivation of rear HPS and rear side door airbag, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Airbag(s) in this

vehicle have been deactivated" label (SD92-100) in the Owner's Handbook on the inside cover.

26. For BMW center activation of Rear HPS and rear side door airbag, affix the "Supplement to Owner's Manual Warning: Rear side airbags in

this vehicle have been activated" label (SD92-127) in the Owner's Handbook.

27. For BMW center activation of rear HPS and deactivation of rear side door airbag, affix the warning label: "Warning: Rear side airbags in this

vehicle have been Deactivated. Rear HPS is Activated" label (SD92-131) in the Owner's Handbook.

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Rear Airbag Deactivation/Reactivation Label Installation: for vehicles with rear side airbags (option 261)

Disclaimer2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 360200 Date: 000701

Disclaimer2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 360200 Date: 000701

Tires and Wheels - Applications

GROUP 36

Wheels and Tires

36 02 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Service Engineering

July 2000

SUBJECT:

Model Year 2000 and later Wheel and Tire Applications

MODEL:

All

SITUATION:

The wheel and tire application charts previously supplied as attachments to annual bulletins are now available via the KSD CD that is provided to all

centers on a regular basis. The initial CD to contain this information is the 04/2000 version that is currently at all centers.

The application data for the current model year will be updated with subsequent CDs as the information becomes available. Information for previous

model years will not be updated.

Note:

Information for M vehicles and wheels is not on the current CD. This information will be incorporated in later versions of the CD.

PROCEDURE

In order to utilize this new feature, your DCS 2000 network must be loaded with Netscape Communicator 4.05 or higher, or Microsoft Internet

Explorer 4.0 or higher.

-- Click on the "Wheel/Tyre Combi." folder icon to connect to the wheel/tyre combination homepage. Please read the "General Information

"which provides valuable information on the use of the homepage.

-- Click on the model on the left hand side of the page.

-- Click on the file folder that aligns with the model year and body style you are researching.

-- Click on the model group that covers the model you are researching. This will bring you directly to the page for that model, listing all of the

approved wheel sizes. Pay close attention to all footnotes.

-- Click on the "Tyre Makes "tab on the left side of the page to access the approved tire listings.

-- Click on the folder icon for the appropriate model under "Summer" or "Winter" as required, and the listing of approved tires that corresponds

to the approved wheel sizes will come up.

Note:

All-Season listings for US and Canadian markets will usually appear first. Not all tires listed may be available in the US.

You may print out information from the available listings for reference. However, these prints should be discarded whenever a new KSD CD is

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 610700 Date: 000701

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 610700 Date: 000701

Windshield Wiper Blades - Noisy/Not Cleaning Well

GROUP 61

General Electrical Systems

Bulletin Number

343

61 07 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

July 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletins replaces S.I. 61 02 94 dated May 1994.

SUBJECT

Windshield Wiper Blades are Noisy, or Do Not Clean Properly

MODEL

All

SITUATION

Wiper blades in good condition may make noise during operation, or may fail to clean the windshield properly.

CAUSE

These situations may be caused by contaminants on the glass or blades, or by the blades or arms being out of adjustment.

CORRECTION:

The first step in eliminating wiper noise is to ensure that the glass and the blades are clean and free of contaminants. Common contaminants that are

not removed by conventional glass cleaners can be removed with Bon Ami(r), a household cleanser.

The cleanser should be applied on a wet cloth or sponge and the windshield must be thoroughly and evenly scrubbed. Wipe off the residue with a

clean, dry cloth before the cleanser dries on the glass.

If there is evidence of heavy overspray of waxes or silicones on the glass, a wax and silicone remover can be used to remove them.

Clean the wiper blades with a clean cloth soaked in rubbing alcohol.

Once the blades and glass have been cleaned, check the adjustment of the wiper arms and blades per Repair Manual, section 61 61 100, and adjust as

necessary. The adjustment gauges and tools for all models have previously been distributed. Refer to Special Tool CD SD-92-1 29 for ordering

additional tools, as well as the various Repair Manuals for instructions on using them.