2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 840600 Date: 000801

Campaign - Navigation System Failure

GROUP 84

Phone, Navigation Systems

84 06 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

Service Engineering

August 2000

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 84 06 00 dated June 2000.

PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY

ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS.

SUBJECT :

Retrofitting Adapter Cable for MK II Plus Navigation Computer on E38, E39 E46 Vehicles

MODEL:

E38, 7 Series with standard BMW Navigation System E39, 5 Series with optional BMW Navigation System E46, 3 Series with optional BMW

Navigation System

SITUATION I

This situation applies when no customer complaint of a navigation failure is received. The resistors installed in the input circuitry of the Navigation

Computer can fail (due to an overloading condition), causing irreversible damage to the Navigation Computer. As a result of such a failure, the

screen of the on-board monitor will remain white or black permanently (without displayed image), and the audio system of the vehicle will be

inoperative.

To protect these resistors against overloading (and to avoid the situation described above), a special adapter cable with an integrated resistance

module has been developed. The adapter cable has to be installed between the Navigation Computer and the vehicle navigation wiring harness.

The Customer Notification Letter as shown.

SITUATION II

This situation applies when no customer complaint of a permanently black or white screen is received. In case of a total Navigation Computer

failure, after switching the ignition ON the screen of the on-board monitor remains white or black permanently, and no image is displayed. Both

LED's on the Navigation Computer are off, and it is no longer possible to eject the road map CD from the Navigation computer drive. The

Navigation Computer has been irreversibly damaged due to the failure of input circuitry resistors.

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AFFECTED VEHICLES

This Service Action involves E38, E39 and E46 vehicles equipped with a BMW Navigation System which were produced from May 1999 to

October 1999.

To determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer

Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.

The Chassis Number Ranges as shown are only for informational purposes.

CORRECTION I

On the affected vehicles first verify if the improved Navigation Computer has already been installed, as per enclosed procedure. If the old type unit

is still installed, then retrofit a navigation adapter cable between the navigation computer and the vehicle wiring harness.

Navigation MK II Plus adapter cable.

1. Plug connector to vehicle harness

2. Resistance module

3. Plug connectors to navigation computer

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CORRECTION II

Only in case of a permanent Navigation Computer failure, replace the unit with an improved part (PN 65 90 6 908 311), load with current version of

Navigation operating software (CD V15.0 or higher), and recode using DIS/MODiC version CD 22.0 or later. Perform Campaign Entry into DCS

System, and affix the campaign label after replacing failed Navigation Computer.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The appropriate map software CD must be ordered from Navigation Technologies, by calling 1-888-628-6277.

When calling the NavTech Hot Line, you have to provide the following information in order to receive a free of charge map CD (special program for

service applications only):

1. Personal identification

2. BMW center name, address, and dealer code

3. Affected VIN

4. Appropriate map CD selection (region of the country).

Ordering CD maps without justification (no warranty claim filed), will incur a charge of $127.00 per CD map.

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS

This Service Action has been assigned code number 275. After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-120)

and:

a. emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label (1);

b. punch out code number 275 printed on the label and,

c. affix the label to the B pillar as shown.

If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the new label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on

top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

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Reimbursement for this Service Action will be provided through Campaign Entry.

Procedure I

1. Switch the ignition off.

2. Open the rear left-hand side trim panel in the trunk.

3. Using the special tool (1) (65 5 400), release and remove the navigation computer (for removal instructions, please refer to RA 65 90 510)

4. Check the part number on the label attached to the navigation computer. If the part number is:

65 90 8 386 849, or

65 90 8 385 439, or

65 90 8 386 851 then continue with the step 5.

If the part number differs from those listed above, the navigation computer has already been replaced with the updated part, and NO action is

required.

E38 Vehicles:

5. Disconnect two connectors (blue and violet) at the back of the nav. computer.

6. Unclip and remove the computer's plastic trim panel (1).

7. Remove trim panel over the Nav/DSP/CD changer (for removal instructions, please refer to RA 51 47 172).

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8. Remove trim panel at the rear left wheel housing (for removal instructions, please refer to RA 51 47 151).

9. Push the computer's connector cable back and route it over the computer's support bracket, towards the wheel housing.

IMPORTANT:

Must be routed over the support, otherwise it will be pinched when the nav. computer is installed.

10. Route the adapter cable as shown on the illustration (above the navigation computer support), connect it into the vehicle harness plug and into

the navigation computer. Secure the plug connector (1) and the resistance module (2) with the cable straps.

IMPORTANT:

Make sure that the adapter cable does not rub against any body components, or it is not trapped between the computer and its housing.

11. Reinstalled all removed parts.

12. Perform a functional check: turn ignition ON, from the main menu screen select Navigation.

E39 sedan:

5. Disconnect two connectors (blue and violet) at the back of navigation computer.

6. Remove the navigation connector cable from the computer support housing, and route it towards the radio (down and closer to the taillight).

7. Route the adapter cable as shown on the illustration, connect it into the vehicle harness plug and into the navigation computer. Secure the plug

connector (1) and the resistance module (2) with the cable straps.

IMPORTANT:

Make sure that the adapter cable does not rub against any body components, or it is not trapped between the computer and its housing.

8. Reinstalled all removed parts. Perform a functional check: turn ignition ON, from the main menu screen select Navigation.

E39 sport wagon:

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5. Disconnect two connectors (blue and violet) at the back of navigation computer.

6. Remove the navigation connector cable from the computer support housing, and route it downwards (if a DSP amplifier, or an Alpine CD

changer is installed, the adapter cable must be routed downwards and to the left of such an equipment).

7. Route the adapter cable as shown on the illustration, connect it into the vehicle harness plug and into the navigation computer. Secure the plug

connector (1) and the resistance module (2) with the cable straps.

IMPORTANT:

Make sure that the adapter cable does not rub against any body components, or it is not trapped between the computer and its housing.

8. Reinstalled all removed parts. Perform a functional check: turn ignition ON, from the main menu screen select Navigation.

E46 Vehicles:

5. Disconnect two connectors (blue and violet) at the back of the navigation computer.

6. Remove trim panel at the rear left wheel housing (for removal instructions, please refer to RA 51 47 151)

7. Push the computer's connector cable back and route it over the computer's support bracket, towards the wheel housing.

IMPORTANT:

Cable must be routed over the support, otherwise it will be pinched when the navigation computer is installed.

8. Route the adapter cable behind the navigation computer, connect it into the vehicle harness plug and into the navigation computer. Secure the

plug connector (1) and the resistance module (2) with the cable straps.

IMPORTANT:

Make sure that the adapter cable does not rub against any body components, or it is not trapped between the computer and its housing.

9. Reinstalled all removed parts.

10. Perform a functional check: turn ignition ON, from the main menu screen select Navigation.

Procedure II

1. Switch the ignition off.

2. Open the rear left-hand side trim panel in the trunk.

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3. Using the special tool (1) (65 5 400), release and remove the navigation computer (for removal instructions, please refer to RA 65 90 510).

4. Install improved unit (PN 65 90 6 908 311), load the Operating Software CDV 15.0 (for loading procedure refer to Service Information

Bulletin 84 11 97 from 07/00), and recode with DIS/MoDiC CD 22.0.

Reimbursement for this Service Action will be provided through Campaign Entry.2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 650499 Date: 000801

Audio System - Test CD/Tape

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GROUP 65

Sound Systems, Cruise, Alarms

Engineering

65 04 99

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service

SUBJECT:

Audio System Test CD/Tape

MODEL:

All

SITUATION:

Troubleshooting sound problems ("distortion", "rattle", "noises") from the area of the loudspeakers, in all operating modes of vehicle's audio system.

CAUSE:

Based on an extensive analysis, in a majority of the cases, speakers of the audio systems were improperly diagnosed as defective, and should have

not been replaced.

Audio system sound distortion can be caused by:

-- loose elements of speaker surroundings (e.g.: securing components, clips, trim panels, etc.)

-- loudspeakers not properly secured, or fixtures over-tightened loose speaker grill

-- loudspeaker seal (between speaker and the trim) in contact with the speaker's membrane, or seal permanently attached (cemented) to the

membrane.

-- control units installed in the vicinity of the loudspeaker being loose, or generating noises agitated by a specific frequency of the speaker (e.g.

as a result of a loose printed circuit board inside the module).

CORRECTION:

A new Audio System Test CD/Tape was developed to help you properly diagnose sound system reproduction problems in BMW vehicles equipped

with radio/cassette or CD changer, and to avoid unnecessary replacements.

Every BMW center will receive two copies of the Audio System Test CD/Tape through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program. Additional copies

may be purchased from the BMW Parts Distribution Centers.

The following type of sound systems complaints can be diagnosed by using the Test CD/Tape:

-- Sound quality complaints related to distortion in speakers (treble, mid-range, bass and subwoofer)

-- Refer to Section 1

-- Sound quality complaints related to resonance within the vehicle (trim panels, loose wires/fixtures)

-- Refer to Section 2

-- Sound quality complaints related to the lack of continuity ("breaks") in CD/tape reproduction.

-- Refer to Section 3

-- Sound quality complaints related to amplifier/radio malfunctions (only for vehicles with CD changer)

-- Refer to Section 4.

PROCEDURE:

Before diagnosing the sound system with the Audio Test CD/Tape, make sure that:

1. Battery is fully charged (if necessary use a battery charger during the test).

2. "Treble" and "Bass" controls are set to their respective middle positions.

3. On vehicles equipped with a spatial sound switch (Harman-Kardon) or DSP amplifier, both functions are turned OFF.

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4. The volume level has to be adjusted before the test. To adjust the volume:

play the music track number 17 (on cassette tape Side B track number 5) and increase the volume to the upper limit of the output stage before

reducing it slightly.

NOTE:

If necessary, wear ear protection devices.

Section 1: Diagnosing sound distortion from the individual speakers

To individually test each speaker of the sound system, from the Test CD/Tape select a suitable track:

-- To test a subwoofer; CD (or cassette) track 09 - 63 Hz

-- To test a woofer; CD (or cassette) track 10 - 125 Hz

-- To test a mid-range speaker; CD track 11 (or cassette tape Side B track 1) - 2500 Hz

-- To test a tweeter speaker; CD track 12 (or cassette tape Side B track 2) - 12500Hz

When using those tracks, keep the preset volume level, and use the "Balance" and "Fader" controls to shift the sound output from "Front left",

through "Front right" and "Rear left" to "Rear right" speaker.

To test the spatial stereo effect (on vehicles equipped with Harman-Kardon system), select a suitable track:

-- To determine the stereo center point - CD track 15 (cassette tape Side B track 4)

-- To check spatial stereo distribution - CD track 16 (cassette tape Side B track 5)

For those tests, retain the preset volume level, and adjust the "balance" and "fader" controls to their respective middle positions.

Section 2: Diagnosing sound reproduction problems related to resonance

within vehicle

In sequence, select tracks from 01 to 08 from the Test CD/Tape. Vehicle resonance tracks (01 to 08) generate sinusoidal oscillations in the following

frequency ranges:

-- Track 01 - 8 to 80OHz

-- Track 02 - 32 to 63Hz

-- Track 03 - 63 to 125Hz

-- Track 04 - 125 to 250Hz

-- Track 05 - 250 to 500 Hz

-- Track 06 - 500 to 1 kHz

-- Track 07 - 1 to 4 KHZ

-- Track 08 - 4 to 16 kHz

For those tests keep the preset volume level, and use the "Balance" and "Fader" controls to shift the sound output from "Front left", through "Front

right" and "Rear left" to "Rear right" speaker.

Section 3: Diagnosing sound quality problems related to lack of continuity ("breaks") in CD/Tape reproduction

Select CD track 13 (cassette tape Side B, track 3), which generates a sinusoidal wave with frequency of 1200 Hz. This track allows you to detect any

reproduction breaks caused by the CD/Tape head. For this test, retain the preset volume level, and adjust the "balance" and "fader" controls to their

respective middle positions.

Section 4: Diagnosing sound reproduction problems related to amplifier/radio malfunctions

This test is available only on the Audio Test CD.

Select CD track 14, which reproduces a digital "zero" (no sound, silence). This test allows you to detect sound reproduction faults caused by the

amplifier or radio (also with engine running). For this test, retain the preset volume level, and adjust the "balance" and "fader" controls to their

respective middle positions.

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PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number Description Quantity

99 00 001 773 Audio Test 2

CD

99 00 001 774 Audio Test 2

Tape

Every BMW center will receive two copies of the Audio System Test CD/Tape through Automatic Tool Shipment Program.

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 620400 Date: 000801

IC Conversion - Km/h to Mph or Mph to Km/h

GROUP 62

Instruments

Bulletin Number

62 04 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

367

SUBJECT

Instrument Cluster Conversion

MODEL

E36 (3 Series), E38 (7 Series), E39 (5 Series), E46 (3 Series), E53 (X5)

SITUATION

BMW owners moving from Canada to the USA, or USA to Canada request that their instrument cluster be converted from Kilometers to Miles, or

from Miles to Kilometers.

1. Install replacement parts as shown.

PROCEDURE

2. Using DIS or MODiC,

-- Select Coding/Programming

-- Select "ZCS coding"

-- Select vehicle series

-- Select "Recoding"

-- A) For all vehicles (except E36/5 and E3617 before 9/98), select "Kombi / IKE"

B) For E36/5 and E3617 before 9/98, select "EWS"

-- The screen displays "Kombi / IKE / EWS has been selected?" - Answer "Yes".

-- Select "Recode control unit"

-- The screen displays the question "Should module be rigidly assigned" - Answer "Yes".

-- The screen displays the VIN with the question "Chassis # change?" - Answer "No".

-- All (3) lines of ZCS code are displayed with the question "Change?" - Answer "Yes".

-- The GM line of code is then displayed with the question "Confirm input?"

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Before answering the question a new GM line must be figured out and entered on the screen.

-- Using the keypad displayed on the screen, overwrite the new GM line.

-- Answer "Yes" to the question "Confirm input?"

-- The SA line of code is then displayed with the question "Confirm input?" - Answer "Yes"

-- The VN line of code is then displayed with the question "Confirm input?" - Answer "Yes"

-- All (3) lines of ZCS code are displayed with the question "Indication correct"?".

Check GM line to confirm the correct input.

Answer "Yes" if correct. Answer "No" if not correct, and repeat ZCS code entry.

-- Follow the on screen instructions to complete the coding process. Checksum Tables

Table 1. CANADA to USA - Conversion of Canadian vehicles with GM line - "xxxx38xx?"

-- Example:

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Table 2. CANADA to USA - Conversion of Canadian vehicles with GM line - "xxxx381x?"

-- Example:

Table 3. USA to CANADA - Conversion of USA vehicles with GM line- "xxx00xx!"

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 230100 Date: 000801

Campaign - M/T Drain Plug Oil Leaks

GROUP 23

Manual Transmission

Bulletin Number

23 01 00

446

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 23 01 00 dated March 2000.

PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY

ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS.

SUBJECT

Transmission Oil Drain Plug Leaks

MODEL

E36, E46 with manual transmission produced from 1/99 - 10/99

E39 with manual transmission produced from 4/99 - 1/00

SITUATION

The flanks of the thread on the manual transmission oil drain plugs (manufactured by Getrag) may have been incorrectly machined during

production.

This could cause drops of oil to form on the oil drain plug (slight oil leak).

If the transmission oil drain plug is leaking, both the oil drain plug and oil fill plug must be replaced with plug (manufactured by Getrag) part

number 23 11 7 510 100 only.

Analysis has shown that the oil filler plug manufactured by ZF, BMW part number 27 11 1 226 798, used previously in this Service Action may not

fulfill its sealing function on the affected Getrag transmissions. Consequently, use of this plug (P/N 27 11 1 226 798) is no longer permitted for this

Service Action and manual transmissions manufactured by Getrag.

Vehicles already retrofitted with the ZF plug (P/N 27 11 1 226 798) do not have to be dealt with again. If in an isolated case the oil filler/drain plug

on an already modified vehicle should leak again this should be claimed under normal warranty, see Service Information 23 02 00

AFFECTED VEHICLES

This Service Action involves E36, E46 and E39 vehicles with manual transmissions which were produced from 1/99 - 1/00.

In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer

Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.

The Chassis Number Ranges shown are only for informational purposes and are not to be considered as the only deciding factor.

CORRECTION

Visually check the transmission oil drain plug for leakage on all affected vehicles.

If the transmission oil drain plug is not leaking, no further action is necessary.

If the transmission oil drain plug is leaking, both the oil drain plug and oil fill plug part number 23 11 7 510 100 must be replaced and the

transmission refilled with new Lifetime transmission oil (MTF-LT-1) part number 83 22 9 408 942.

Notes:

Fill and drain plug tightening torque:

S5D 250G (5 speed) = 43 Nm (31.7lbf.ft)

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S6S 420G (6 speed) = 52 Nm (38.4 lbf.ft.)

Transmission oil fill capacities:

S5D 250G (5 speed) = 1.00 liter (1.06 quarts)

S6S 420G (6 speed) = 1.75 liters (1.85 quarts)

PARTS INFORMATION

Note:

The oil filler/drain plug P/N 27 11 1 226 798 formerly used in this Service Action can be used on other manual transmissions manufactured by

ZF. See the Electronic Parts Catalog for applications.

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS

This Service Action has been assigned code number 271 After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-130)

and:

a. emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label (1);

b. punch out code number 271 printed on the label and,

c. affix the label to the B pillar as shown.

If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the new label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on

top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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Reimbursement for this Service Action will be provided through Campaign Entry.

2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) 2000 BMW 528i (E39) Technical Service Bulletin # 230200 Date: 000801

M/T - Oil Fill/Drain Plugs Updated

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GROUP 23

Manual Transmission

Bulletin Number

23 02 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT

Transmission Oil Drain/Fill Plug

MODEL

All with S5D 250G (5 speed) and S6S 420G (6 speed) Getrag manual transmissions

SITUATION

Analysis has shown that an oil filler plug manufactured by ZF, BMW part number 27 11 1 226 798, may not fulfill its sealing function on Getrag

transmissions.

Consequently, use of this plug (P/N 27 11 1 226 798) is no longer permitted for manual transmissions manufactured by Getrag.

CORRECTION

A new transmission oil drain and fill plug part number P/N 23 11 7 510 100 must be used whenever a plug replacement becomes necessary on all

Getrag manual transmissions.

On a customer complaint basis, replace the oil filler drain plug if there is a leak from the plug using the new style plug , P/N 23 11 7 510 100.

PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Note:

The following explanations will spell out the correct use of the work times.

Main Work:

Use this labor operation number when the only repair performed is the listed warranty repair.

OR

+ Associated Work:

Use this labor operation number when other repairs or services are performed along with the listed warranty repair.

Under no circumstances should both labor operation numbers be claimed. Attempts to claim both times will result in an unnecessary delay in claim

processing and payment.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 230100 Date: 000801

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 230100 Date: 000801

Campaign - M/T Drain Plug Oil Leaks

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GROUP 23

Manual Transmission

Bulletin Number

23 01 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. 23 01 00 dated March 2000.

PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY

ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS.

SUBJECT

Transmission Oil Drain Plug Leaks

MODEL

E36, E46 with manual transmission produced from 1/99 - 10/99

E39 with manual transmission produced from 4/99 - 1/00

SITUATION

The flanks of the thread on the manual transmission oil drain plugs (manufactured by Getrag) may have been incorrectly machined during

production.

This could cause drops of oil to form on the oil drain plug (slight oil leak).

If the transmission oil drain plug is leaking, both the oil drain plug and oil fill plug must be replaced with plug (manufactured by Getrag) part

number 23 11 7 510 100 only.

Analysis has shown that the oil filler plug manufactured by ZF, BMW part number 27 11 1 226 798, used previously in this Service Action may not

fulfill its sealing function on the affected Getrag transmissions. Consequently, use of this plug (P/N 27 11 1 226 798) is no longer permitted for this

Service Action and manual transmissions manufactured by Getrag.

Vehicles already retrofitted with the ZF plug (P/N 27 11 1 226 798) do not have to be dealt with again. If in an isolated case the oil filler/drain plug

on an already modified vehicle should leak again this should be claimed under normal warranty, see Service Information 23 02 00

AFFECTED VEHICLES

This Service Action involves E36, E46 and E39 vehicles with manual transmissions which were produced from 1/99 - 1/00.

In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Service Action, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of the DCS (Dealer

Communication System). Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action.

The Chassis Number Ranges shown are only for informational purposes and are not to be considered as the only deciding factor.

CORRECTION

Visually check the transmission oil drain plug for leakage on all affected vehicles.

If the transmission oil drain plug is not leaking, no further action is necessary.

If the transmission oil drain plug is leaking, both the oil drain plug and oil fill plug part number 23 11 7 510 100 must be replaced and the

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transmission refilled with new Lifetime transmission oil (MTF-LT-1) part number 83 22 9 408 942.

Notes:

Fill and drain plug tightening torque:

S5D 250G (5 speed) = 43 Nm (31.7lbf.ft)

S6S 420G (6 speed) = 52 Nm (38.4 lbf.ft.)

Transmission oil fill capacities:

S5D 250G (5 speed) = 1.00 liter (1.06 quarts)

S6S 420G (6 speed) = 1.75 liters (1.85 quarts)

PARTS INFORMATION

Note:

The oil filler/drain plug P/N 27 11 1 226 798 formerly used in this Service Action can be used on other manual transmissions manufactured by

ZF. See the Electronic Parts Catalog for applications.

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS

This Service Action has been assigned code number 271 After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-130)

and:

a. emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label (1);

b. punch out code number 271 printed on the label and,

c. affix the label to the B pillar as shown.

If the vehicle already has a label from a previous Service Action/Recall Campaign, affix the new label next to the old one. Do not affix one label on

top of another one because a number from an underlying label could appear in the punched-out hole of the new label.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

Reimbursement for this Service Action will be provided through Campaign Entry.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 720700 Date: 000801

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 720700 Date: 000801

Side Airbag - Satellite Sensor Update

GROUP 72

Safety Restraint Systems

Bulletin Number

72 07 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT:

E46, MRS 3 Satellite Sensors Replacement

MODEL:

E46 sedan, manufactured from 09/99 up to 11/99 with MRS 3

E46 coupe, manufactured up to 11/99 with MRS 3

Situation:

After replacement of a defective satellite sensor for a side airbag, the SRS light stays illuminated and fault code: "2D - Sensor for side airbag, front"

is stored in the MRS 3 control module.

Cause:

The newly installed satellite sensor (P/N 65 77 6 911 038) is not compatible with the original equipment (sensor P/N 65 77 6 906 174).

Since November of '99 production, all E46 vehicles are equipped with the new type of satellite sensors (Bosch 2) and subsequently only the new

parts (P/N 65 77 6 911 038) are available from the BMW PDC's for E46 vehicles equipped with MRS3 system.

Correction:

When replacing a faulty satellite sensor check the part number of the replaced sensor. In case the older style sensor (PN 65 77 6 906 174) was found,

install two new sensors (PN 65 77 6 911 038) on both sides of the vehicle.

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NOTE:

If both satellite sensors are not of the same part number (65 77 6 911 038), the SRS light will illuminate immediately and the fault cannot be

cleared unless satellite sensors of the same part number are installed.

Check the part number of the defective sensor. If the number on the label is: 65 77 6 906 174 (as shown on the illustration), then both sensors (left

and right) have to be replaced.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 230200 Date: 000801

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 230200 Date: 000801

M/T - Oil Fill/Drain Plugs Updated

GROUP 23

Manual Transmission

Bulletin Number

23 02 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT

Transmission Oil Drain/Fill Plug

MODEL

All with S5D 250G (5 speed) and S6S 420G (6 speed) Getrag manual transmissions

SITUATION

Analysis has shown that an oil filler plug manufactured by ZF, BMW part number 27 11 1 226 798, may not fulfill its sealing function on Getrag

transmissions.

Consequently, use of this plug (P/N 27 11 1 226 798) is no longer permitted for manual transmissions manufactured by Getrag.

CORRECTION

A new transmission oil drain and fill plug part number P/N 23 11 7 510 100 must be used whenever a plug replacement becomes necessary on all

Getrag manual transmissions.

On a customer complaint basis, replace the oil filler drain plug if there is a leak from the plug using the new style plug , P/N 23 11 7 510 100.

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PARTS INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Note:

The following explanations will spell out the correct use of the work times.

Main Work:

Use this labor operation number when the only repair performed is the listed warranty repair.

OR

+ Associated Work:

Use this labor operation number when other repairs or services are performed along with the listed warranty repair.

Under no circumstances should both labor operation numbers be claimed. Attempts to claim both times will result in an unnecessary delay in claim

processing and payment.

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 620400 Date: 000801

2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 620400 Date: 000801

IC Conversion - Km/h to Mph or Mph to Km/h

GROUP 62

Instruments

Bulletin Number

62 04 00

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service Engineering

SUBJECT

Instrument Cluster Conversion

MODEL

E36 (3 Series), E38 (7 Series), E39 (5 Series), E46 (3 Series), E53 (X5)

SITUATION

BMW owners moving from Canada to the USA, or USA to Canada request that their instrument cluster be converted from Kilometers to Miles, or

from Miles to Kilometers.

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1. Install replacement parts as shown.

PROCEDURE

2. Using DIS or MODiC,

-- Select Coding/Programming

-- Select "ZCS coding"

-- Select vehicle series

-- Select "Recoding"

-- A) For all vehicles (except E36/5 and E3617 before 9/98), select "Kombi / IKE"

B) For E36/5 and E3617 before 9/98, select "EWS"

-- The screen displays "Kombi / IKE / EWS has been selected?" - Answer "Yes".

-- Select "Recode control unit"

-- The screen displays the question "Should module be rigidly assigned" - Answer "Yes".

-- The screen displays the VIN with the question "Chassis # change?" - Answer "No".

-- All (3) lines of ZCS code are displayed with the question "Change?" - Answer "Yes".

-- The GM line of code is then displayed with the question "Confirm input?"

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Before answering the question a new GM line must be figured out and entered on the screen.

-- Using the keypad displayed on the screen, overwrite the new GM line.

-- Answer "Yes" to the question "Confirm input?"

-- The SA line of code is then displayed with the question "Confirm input?" - Answer "Yes"

-- The VN line of code is then displayed with the question "Confirm input?" - Answer "Yes"

-- All (3) lines of ZCS code are displayed with the question "Indication correct"?".

Check GM line to confirm the correct input.

Answer "Yes" if correct. Answer "No" if not correct, and repeat ZCS code entry.

-- Follow the on screen instructions to complete the coding process. Checksum Tables

Table 1. CANADA to USA - Conversion of Canadian vehicles with GM line - "xxxx38xx?"

-- Example:

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Table 2. CANADA to USA - Conversion of Canadian vehicles with GM line - "xxxx381x?"

-- Example:

Table 3. USA to CANADA - Conversion of USA vehicles with GM line- "xxx00xx!"

CD43 and CD43 DIN Radios Service Mode selections:2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 650499 Date: 000801

CD43 and CD43 DIN Radios Service Mode selections:2000 BMW 328i (E46) Technical Service Bulletin # 650499 Date: 000801

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Audio System - Test CD/Tape

GROUP 65

Sound Systems, Cruise, Alarms

Engineering

65 04 99

Woodcliff Lake, NJ

August 2000

Service

SUBJECT:

Audio System Test CD/Tape

MODEL:

All

SITUATION:

Troubleshooting sound problems ("distortion", "rattle", "noises") from the area of the loudspeakers, in all operating modes of vehicle's audio system.

CAUSE:

Based on an extensive analysis, in a majority of the cases, speakers of the audio systems were improperly diagnosed as defective, and should have

not been replaced.

Audio system sound distortion can be caused by:

-- loose elements of speaker surroundings (e.g.: securing components, clips, trim panels, etc.)

-- loudspeakers not properly secured, or fixtures over-tightened loose speaker grill

-- loudspeaker seal (between speaker and the trim) in contact with the speaker's membrane, or seal permanently attached (cemented) to the

membrane.

-- control units installed in the vicinity of the loudspeaker being loose, or generating noises agitated by a specific frequency of the speaker (e.g.

as a result of a loose printed circuit board inside the module).

CORRECTION:

A new Audio System Test CD/Tape was developed to help you properly diagnose sound system reproduction problems in BMW vehicles equipped

with radio/cassette or CD changer, and to avoid unnecessary replacements.

Every BMW center will receive two copies of the Audio System Test CD/Tape through the Automatic Tool Shipment Program. Additional copies

may be purchased from the BMW Parts Distribution Centers.

The following type of sound systems complaints can be diagnosed by using the Test CD/Tape:

-- Sound quality complaints related to distortion in speakers (treble, mid-range, bass and subwoofer)

-- Refer to Section 1

-- Sound quality complaints related to resonance within the vehicle (trim panels, loose wires/fixtures)

-- Refer to Section 2

-- Sound quality complaints related to the lack of continuity ("breaks") in CD/tape reproduction.

-- Refer to Section 3

-- Sound quality complaints related to amplifier/radio malfunctions (only for vehicles with CD changer)

-- Refer to Section 4.

PROCEDURE:

Before diagnosing the sound system with the Audio Test CD/Tape, make sure that:

1. Battery is fully charged (if necessary use a battery charger during the test).

2. "Treble" and "Bass" controls are set to their respective middle positions.

3. On vehicles equipped with a spatial sound switch (Harman-Kardon) or DSP amplifier, both functions are turned OFF.

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4. The volume level has to be adjusted before the test. To adjust the volume:

play the music track number 17 (on cassette tape Side B track number 5) and increase the volume to the upper limit of the output stage before

reducing it slightly.

NOTE:

If necessary, wear ear protection devices.

Section 1: Diagnosing sound distortion from the individual speakers

To individually test each speaker of the sound system, from the Test CD/Tape select a suitable track:

-- To test a subwoofer; CD (or cassette) track 09 - 63 Hz

-- To test a woofer; CD (or cassette) track 10 - 125 Hz

-- To test a mid-range speaker; CD track 11 (or cassette tape Side B track 1) - 2500 Hz

-- To test a tweeter speaker; CD track 12 (or cassette tape Side B track 2) - 12500Hz

When using those tracks, keep the preset volume level, and use the "Balance" and "Fader" controls to shift the sound output from "Front left",

through "Front right" and "Rear left" to "Rear right" speaker.

To test the spatial stereo effect (on vehicles equipped with Harman-Kardon system), select a suitable track:

-- To determine the stereo center point - CD track 15 (cassette tape Side B track 4)

-- To check spatial stereo distribution - CD track 16 (cassette tape Side B track 5)

For those tests, retain the preset volume level, and adjust the "balance" and "fader" controls to their respective middle positions.

Section 2: Diagnosing sound reproduction problems related to resonance

within vehicle

In sequence, select tracks from 01 to 08 from the Test CD/Tape. Vehicle resonance tracks (01 to 08) generate sinusoidal oscillations in the following

frequency ranges:

-- Track 01 - 8 to 80OHz

-- Track 02 - 32 to 63Hz

-- Track 03 - 63 to 125Hz

-- Track 04 - 125 to 250Hz

-- Track 05 - 250 to 500 Hz

-- Track 06 - 500 to 1 kHz

-- Track 07 - 1 to 4 KHZ

-- Track 08 - 4 to 16 kHz

For those tests keep the preset volume level, and use the "Balance" and "Fader" controls to shift the sound output from "Front left", through "Front

right" and "Rear left" to "Rear right" speaker.

Section 3: Diagnosing sound quality problems related to lack of continuity ("breaks") in CD/Tape reproduction

Select CD track 13 (cassette tape Side B, track 3), which generates a sinusoidal wave with frequency of 1200 Hz. This track allows you to detect any

reproduction breaks caused by the CD/Tape head. For this test, retain the preset volume level, and adjust the "balance" and "fader" controls to their

respective middle positions.

Section 4: Diagnosing sound reproduction problems related to amplifier/radio malfunctions

This test is available only on the Audio Test CD.

Select CD track 14, which reproduces a digital "zero" (no sound, silence). This test allows you to detect sound reproduction faults caused by the

amplifier or radio (also with engine running). For this test, retain the preset volume level, and adjust the "balance" and "fader" controls to their

respective middle positions.

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PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number Description Quantity

99 00 001 773 Audio Test 2

CD

99 00 001 774 Audio Test 2

Tape

Every BMW center will receive two copies of the Audio System Test CD/Tape through Automatic Tool Shipment Program.