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2016 BMW S1000 R

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Service bulletins

27 bulletins

Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.

B611305

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on how to handle “discharged battery” complaints.

SIB-111421

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CHECK ROCKER ARMS AND REPLACE WHERE NEEDED.

SIB510222

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Clarified information about the AI revision numbering of affected mirrors.

MC460122

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Over time, the turn indicator holders may become loose and shift away from their designated place on the fork tube.

MC510222

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Bonding on the K63 handlebar accessory mirrors may fail, resulting in the loosening of the mirror-glass at the mirror assembly.

MC610821

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

When diagnosing fault codes (0x3A13D7, 0x3A13D9), technicians erroneously condemn the electronic throttle grip, which analyses show is rarely the culprit.

MC110821

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Warning light and fault message in the TFT with faults stored for the rear oxygen sensor (after the catalytic converter). The failure usually occurs shortly after the vehicle handover or the running-in check

MC310421

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The complaint of leaking telescopic forks is the top warranty claim in many current models,

MC64351344

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Lurching at partial load range and Idle speed is unstable

MC64011504

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Ticking noises from the cylinder hood.

MC54380454

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Rattling/chattering engine noise from the timing chain.

MC64171614

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Oil leaking at the clutch release lever sealing ring in the left housing

MC63849336

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Faulty data means that the programming of the BMS-X at I level K001-17-11-500 is prevented for these vehicles.The faulty I level is expected to be rolled out to the trade with ISTA 4.08 and ISTA/P 3.63.1 from 08.11.2017.

TEC24

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tech24 Snap-in Adapter Return

MC62571524_03

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

During programming ith ISTA/P software version3.58.2.001. a programming abort occurred. Afterwards the vehicle is inoperative and can no longer be started. Repeated programming is not possible with this tversion. Software bug.

TEC26

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TEC26 Turbo Charger Return

TEC25

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tec25 Wishbone Return

SIM010603

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

MINI "Enhanced" dealer self authorized (DSA)K goodwill program

SIM110115

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

MINI engine oil part number transition and model year 2016 engine oils

MC2300315024

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

BMW Motorrad has ascertained that in some cases the shift assistant was unable to function correctly. This cause is incorrect vehicle-specific programming of the shift assistant by the supplier.

MC59854260

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces on the vehicle. Evaporation through the vent hole in the coolant tank.

MC5438045403

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Rattling/chattering engine noise form the timing gear after approximately 9000 miles. Chain tensioner range of adjustment no longer sufficient.

MC5985426004

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Loss of coolant in the expansion tank. No visible traces of leak. Evaporation in the vent hole of the tank.

MC50089366

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

An improper running-in process of inner engine components may lead to accelerated wear and engine damage.

MC61461571

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Mist forms in the headlight. This is due to condensation and goes away again.

MC55813536

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Navigator V maintains a Bluetooth connection to a mobile phone for a short period.

MC58340731

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DTC not working, DME fault Ox21FB10

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