2014 BMW X5 Technical Service Bulletins

396 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 BMW X5. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10148087Jul 1, 2014Engine cooling. External Engine Oil Leaks and Repairs. During the vehicle's operational life, normal engine oil seepage or sweating, in addition to accumulated road dust, dirt and grime in the engine compartment can cause the appearance of a more severe oil leak. This is further exaggerated by residual oil that remains on the engine assembly after maintenance services are performed, e.g., oil filter changes, "engine oil top-offs,"…
• 10148101Jun 1, 2014Electrical system. iPhone: Connection Failures with iOS 7. There are various connectivity failures with the iPhone using iOS 7. Some examples are listed below: * Call disconnection * Contact List incomplete * General connection failures CAUSE Apple software iOS 7 and its variants.
• 10148095Jun 1, 2014Suspension. Service Action/Delivery Stop: Rear Shock Absorber Guide Support. Some rear shock absorbers may have been assembled with the incorrect guide support. These incorrect guide supports will cause a rattling noise within a low mileage.
• 10056099Jun 1, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. Bmw: when using iphone, various connectivity failures occur, such as disconnection of call, list of contacts incomplete, due to the variants and software used. Model 2008-2014.
• 10056094Jun 1, 2014Suspension. Bmw: due to guide supports being incorrect, the rear shock absorbers were assembled, which within a low mileage causes a rattling noise. Model f15 (x5).
• 10148336May 1, 2014Wheels, Equipment, Engine cooling. MService Action: Replace Wheel Bolt Wrench. The internal thread of the wheel bolt wrench is incorrect at M8. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F56 vehicles according to VIN selection. First check if a Service Action label with a code number 64 is already attached to the B-pillar. If a code number 64 has been punched out, the Campaign has already been performed and no further action is necessary.
• 10148335May 1, 2014Exterior lighting. One or Both Outside Mirror Turn Signals Do Not Operate. When using the left or right turn signal, the turn signal light on the outside mirror does not operate. CAUSE The outside mirror light assembly has a pin pushed back and makes a bad contact.
• 10148329May 1, 2014Electrical system, Engine. Erroneous Check Control Message "Remote control missing. Unable to start" Is Displayed. With the engine running, the Start/Stop button is pressed and the engine stops. If the Start/Stop button is pressed again (without opening the door), and the customer has his/her foot on the brake pedal, the engine starts. An erroneous check control message "Remote control missing. Unable to start" is then displayed in the…
• 10148324May 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Panoramic Sunroof Does Not Open or Close. One or both of the following may occur: 1. The sunroof becomes stuck during operation. 2. The sunroof cannot be opened or closed. The panoramic sunroof rear glass mechanism fails. The drive cable plate is either broken or bent.
• 10148319May 1, 2014Electrical system, Tires. Erroneous Check Control Message: Tire Pressure Check Failed. After pressing the Start/Stop button, the Check Control message "Tire pressure check failed" appears briefly, as well as the corresponding light on the instrument cluster. These displays disappear after a few seconds. Software in the BDC (Body Domain Controller)
• 10148317May 1, 2014Electrical system, Electronic stability control. Service Action: Program Control Units (Dynamic Stability Control [DSC] OBD error). Due to a software error stored in the DSC control unit, a fault code memory entry is permanently stored. This fault is not displayed, nor can it be cleared using the BMW diagnostic tools. The fault code memory entry has no functional effect on the DSC control unit. This fault code entry may result in failing the OBD test when using a…
• 10148312May 1, 2014Suspension. Clicking Noise from Front Axle. Clicking noises are heard from the front axle area while maneuvering at low speeds (e.g., parking lot maneuvers). CAUSE Movement between the contact surfaces of the wheel bearing and swivel bearing (knuckle)
• 10055634May 1, 2014Equipment. Bmw: emissions labels contain incorrect information concerning the model year. Therefore, the label must be replaced. Models f15. Model year 2014.
• 10148276Apr 1, 2014Equipment. Traffic Information Is Inoperative. The traffic information is intermittently or permanently inoperative. * Traffic flow is not displayed on the navigation map. * The traffic list is empty. 1. The Offboard Availability (backend) system is unavailable and is not sending traffic information. 2. The traffic information feature is not activated correctly.
• 10148274Apr 1, 2014Brakes, Electrical system. "Service Action: Replace EMF Switch. An electrical malfunction in the EMF (Electromechanical Parking Brake) switch can cause an erroneous Check Control Message to be displayed. The parking brake functions properly. EMF switch hardware error AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F01, F02 and F15 vehicles which were produced from June 2013 to October 2013.
• 10148273Apr 1, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. Check Control Messages Related to Battery Charge During Cold Ambient Temperatures. On cold days with an outside ambient temperature of less than 15F, customers may notice a check control message related to the battery that is displayed on the instrument cluster and the control information display. Under these conditions, the vehicle starts.
• 10148272Apr 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Activating Rear Window Washers Causes Front to Briefly Spray. When activating the rear window washers, the front washers briefly spray approximately 6-8 inches onto the windshield. Impulses from the washer pump are not dampened when in use.
• 10148264Apr 1, 2014Equipment, Suspension. Delivery Stop: Rear Shock Absorber Guide Support. A Delivery Stop has been issued on certain 2014 model year F15 vehicles produced on March 5, 2014. These vehicles may be equipped with incorrect top mount flanges (shock caps) on the rear axle. Affected vehicles in dealer inventory must not be retailed or delivered until this issue is corrected. Vehicles at ports of entry will be repaired prior to dealer delivery.
• 10148257Apr 1, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. "N47T and N57T Diesels with SCR Efficiency Faults Stored. A. The Service Engine Soon lamp is on (MIL) with either or both of the following SCR efficiency faults stored in the DDE: * 26F500 - SCR system, efficiency: Efficiency too low * 26F600 - SCR system, efficiency: Efficiency too low B. In addition, a Check Control message of ""Incorrect diesel exhaust fluid"" may be displayed with ""no start scenario…
• 10148010Mar 1, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. ConnectedDrive/BMW Assist System Information and Availability. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. Examples of some of these features are listed below: * BMW Assist Inoperative ? SOS call ? Roadside Assistance call * My BMW Remote App * BMW Online - Google local search * Concierge CAUSE The Electronic Subscriber Agreement (ESA) is inactive.
• 10147926Mar 1, 2014Electrical system, Interior lighting. "Various Interior Ambient Light Malfunctions Occur. The interior ambient light malfunctions with one or more of the following symptoms present: 1. The ambient light in the door trim lights up in the wrong color (LED module). 2. The ambient light is brighter on one side in the dash panel than on the other. 3. One of the ambient lights does not light up on the driver's side of the dash panel or door panel. 4. A group…
• 10147922Mar 1, 2014Body and structure, Electrical system. Replacement Procedure for Body Domain Controller (BDC). When replacing a BDC control unit, terminal 15 is not recognized by ISTA and ISTA/P when the ignition is on. CAUSE Software in the BDC
• 10147920Mar 1, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. "?SI B33 01 14 March 2014 Rear AxleTechnical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B33 01 14 dated February 2014. PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES BEFORE CUSTOMER DELIVERY OR THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Delivery Stop/Service Action: Check Rear Axle Differential.
• 10147984Feb 1, 2014Equipment. iPhone Charging Status Constantly Switches On and Off. INFORMATION Do not replace any other parts! Advise the customer that he/she must use one of the following: * The original Apple iPhone/iPOD USB cable that came with the device * A BMW supplied iPhone/iPOD USB adapter cable PARTS INFORMATION
• 10147983Feb 1, 2014Electrical system. Remote Control Key Replacement Procedure. If a replacement remote control key is disabled using ISTA, all Comfort Access features are inoperative, including Comfort Start. CAUSE BDC (Body Domain Controller) software error
• 10147982Feb 1, 2014Equipment. Headunit-High: Navigation Road Map Installation After Replacement. When replacing the HU-H, the road map database version that was in the defective HU-H must be installed in the new HU-H.
• 10147978Feb 1, 2014Equipment, Exterior lighting. One or Both Headlights Are Aimed Downwards. The customer may experience one or more of the following complaints: * One or both headlights are aimed significantly too low (jammed lower limit). * No reference run is visible on the affected headlight when the ignition is turned on and the light switch is in the auto position. * No CCM (Check Control Message) is displayed when a headlight is faulty. CAUSE * TMS-3…
• 10147954Jan 1, 2014Equipment. Enabling Code FSC/SWT - Enabling the Navigation System Map at QC1. The navigation system is inoperative unless the map is enabled during the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check. INFORMATION New vehicles come equipped with a navigation road map that must be enabled via an enable code (FSC). This process is part of the QC1 Pre-Delivery Check performed with the ISID (ISTA Diagnosis). IMPORTANT: There is no programming involved!
• 10147953Jan 1, 2014Electrical system. "ConnectedDrive/BMW ASSIST Features Are Inoperative. ConnectedDrive features are partially or completely inoperative. * No traffic information (RTTI / ARTTI) * BMW ASSIST ""My Info"" service doesn't work. CAUSE The Electronic Subscriber Agreement (ESA) is inactive. * No active contract for ConnectedDrive features Offboard Availability (Backend) system issues * The external network was/is inoperative. * No data is…
• 10147952Jan 1, 2014Electrical system. Headunit-High: INITIAL Enabling Code Is Not Accepted Via I-Drive. INFORMATION Do not replace any parts. NOTE: First time activation of the navigation system should always be performed during the Quality Certification 1 (QC1) Pre-Delivery Check, with the vehicle connected to the diagnosis system ISTA. Refer to SI B65 30 09. Connect the vehicle to the diagnosis system ISTA and activate the navigation system. The code…
• 10147947Jan 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Exterior lighting. One or Both Outside Mirror Turn Signals Do Not Operate. When using the left or right turn signal, the turn signal light on the outside mirror does not operate. CAUSE The outside mirror light assembly has a pin pushed back and makes a bad contact.
• 10147946Jan 1, 2014Electrical system, Exterior lighting. "Adaptive Headlight Malfunction in Cold Weather. * In very cold weather conditions (32ºF or below) with the light switch in the automatic position, the CCM (Check Control Message) ""Adaptive headlight malfunction"" is displayed. * When the CC message is displayed, all the lights continue to function. * When switching the headlights to high beam and the headlight unit is cold, the mechanism inside the headlight is…
• 10147945Jan 1, 2014Exterior lighting. Delay in Automatic Driving Light Switching On/Off. When driving out of a tunnel or exiting underground parking, the automatic driving light remains switched on for two minutes, even in daylight. The automatic driving light switching on/off can be shorter or longer when it starts to get dark. CAUSE The software for the switch-on threshold is lowered to protect the xenon light source.
• 10147944Jan 1, 2014Exterior lighting. "After Deleting Transport Mode, Daytime Running Light Is Switched Off. After deleting transport mode during PDI (Pre Delivery Inspection-QC I), fault code ""8041A9 - Daytime running light lock active"" is present in the BDC (Body Domain Controller) and the DRL (Day Running Light) is switched off. CAUSE Software in the BDC"
• 10147939Jan 1, 2014Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Child Safety Switch Lever in Rear Door Is Not Visible. The customer cannot see the rear door child safety locking lever. CAUSE Improper door latching mechanism installation (safety lock lever is hidden behind the sheet metal)
• 10147938Jan 1, 2014Equipment. Service Action: Missing Front License Plate Bracket. Affected vehicles have been identified as being delivered within the state of California, which requires a front license plate to be affixed. The SAV center must install the bracket to the front bumper in anticipation of affixing the license plate.
• 10147935Jan 1, 2014Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Outside Door Mirror Triangle Seal Protrudes and Creates Wind Noise. The customer may complain of wind noise and/or poor fitment of the door mirror seal. CAUSE The outside mirror seal locking tab shows poor fitment.
• 10147934Jan 1, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Inadequate Cleaning of the Rear Window Washer. The customer may complain of poor rear window washing/clearing at the lower portion of the rear glass. CAUSE The rear wiper blade moves before there is a sufficient amount of washer fluid on the rear glass.
• 10147931Jan 1, 2014Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Gear Selector (GWS) Cannot Be Moved Into Sport or Manual Mode. Intermittently the gear selector switch cannot be moved into the left sport or manual position. It is still possible to shift the vehicle from Park to Reverse, Drive or Neutral. Internal fault in the GWS
• 10150192Nov 1, 2013Brakes. A Delivery Stop has been issued on certain 2014 model year F01, F02 and F15 vehicles produced from June 2013 to mid October 2013. A fault in the parking brake (EMF) switch could cause a Check Control message (Parking Brake Failure) to display. However, all braking functions, including the parking brake and switch continue to operate properly in this case. Affected vehicles in center inventory must not be delivered…
• 10150186Nov 1, 2013Equipment. Vehicle in a Transport Mode Cannot Be Unlocked with Remote Control. When the vehicle is in a transport mode, intermittently it cannot be unlocked via the remote control key. CAUSE When the vehicle enters a sleep mode, there is a communication error in the BDC (Body Domain Controller) resulting in a failure to wake up the control unit. This Service Information will be updated in April 2014. Until then, follow the…
• 10150183Nov 1, 2013Exterior lighting, Electrical system. Daytime Running Light Does Not Switch ON. The DRL (Daytime Running Light) is off and cannot be switched on after importing the personal profile from another vehicle. The CID (Central Information Display) display shows that it is active. CAUSE Software error when importing the personal profile from a vehicle which has a different head unit
• 10150180Nov 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Automatic Parking Function for Door Mirrors Is Inoperative. When the reverse gear is selected, the automatic parking function (tilting of the door mirrors) does not work. CAUSE Coding error in the BDC (Body Domain Controller)
• 10150179Nov 1, 2013Electrical system. "Service Action: Replace EMF Switch. An electrical malfunction in the EMF (Electromechanical Parking Brake) switch can cause an erroneous Check Control Message to be displayed. The parking brake functions properly. EMF switch hardware error AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F01, F02 and F15 vehicles which were produced from June 2013 to October 2013.
• 10150177Nov 1, 2013Electrical system. "Various Electrical Complaints Associated with BDC. One or more of the following situations may occur: * The customer operates the windshield wiper washer system, which activates the headlight washers automatically. The windshield wipers operate two times and then stop after the headlight washers activate. The windshield wipers then have to be turned on again manually.
• 10150163Nov 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine. ?Service Action: Program Control Units (Oil Level Sensor). Due to a signal error from the oil level sensor, the vehicle could display an erroneous message indicating that an oil service is due after only a short distance has been traveled.

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