Service Action 440 - Reprogram/RECODE Vehicle For OBD Interfacing (12 09 05)

SERVICE ACTION 440 - REPROGRAM/RECODE VEHICLE FOR OBD INTERFACING

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

SUBJECT

Service Action: Reprogram/Recode Vehicle for OBD Interfacing 

SITUATION

Due to the software errors, data communication through the OBD interface may be not be possible when certain generic diagnostic scan tools are being used.

Updated software is available and should be installed before customer delivery or the next time the vehicle is in the shop.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

This Service Action involves 325i/325iA and 330i/330iA vehicles, with N52 engines, which were produced from series introduction up to 06/23/2005.

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 listed below are only  for informational purposes and are not to be considered as the only deciding factor.

Model	Chassis Number Range
325i	KR56053 - KR57901
325iA	KR62077 - KR66999 KX32006 - KX40039
330i	AZ85031 - AZ86745
330iA	KR72054 - KR79411

CORRECTION

Reprogram and recode the affected vehicles using Software Service Station loaded with CIP 18.0, or higher.

For programming/coding instruction refer to SIB 09 05 01 (Coding/Individualization/Programming) Procedure "B".

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS

This Service Action has been assigned code number 440.  After the vehicle has been checked, and corrected if necessary, obtain a label (SD 92-267) and:

1. emboss your BMW dealer warranty number in the middle of the label (1);
2. punch out code number 440  (2) printed on the label and,
3. affix the label to the B  pillar as shown.
   Fig 1: Service Action Label

   

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

Reimbursement for this Service Action will be via Campaign Entry.

Defect Code:  00 61 32 02 00