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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLIGHTING AND HORNSINTERIOR LIGHTING MODULETECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSLIGHTING - INTERIOR LIGHTS INOP AFTER VEHICLE PROGRAMMED
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Lighting - Interior Lights Inop After Vehicle Programmed
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Lighting - Interior Lights Inop After Vehicle Programmed
SI B 63 02 09
Lights
May 2009
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Interior Lights Inoperative, FC A411
MODEL
E60 (5 Series)
E61 (5 Series Sports Wagon)
SITUATION
After programming to integration level E060-08-09-515 or later, one or more of the following interior lights may no longer operate: vanity lights, reading lights, glove compartment lights and luggage compartment lights. A vehicle test shows that fault code A411 (short circuit_VA) is stored in the Body Basic Module (KBM).
CAUSE
Body Basic Module (KBM)
CORRECTION:
Do not replace parts.
Work through the test plan using ISTA D2.13.0 or later. The required test pan can be accessed as follows:
"Service Function", using the path "Service functions / Body / Body basic module / Front axle calibration Body Basic Module / ABL B6100_KBMKAL";
or
"Symptom path" using the selection "Assisted Troubleshooting / System oriented / 6300 Lights / 630031 Interior lighting failed after programming / ABL B6100_KBMKAL".

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

Disclaimer
Lights
May 2009
Technical Service
SUBJECT
Interior Lights Inoperative, FC A411
MODEL
E60 (5 Series)
E61 (5 Series Sports Wagon)
SITUATION
After programming to integration level E060-08-09-515 or later, one or more of the following interior lights may no longer operate: vanity lights, reading lights, glove compartment lights and luggage compartment lights. A vehicle test shows that fault code A411 (short circuit_VA) is stored in the Body Basic Module (KBM).
CAUSE
Body Basic Module (KBM)
CORRECTION:
Do not replace parts.
Work through the test plan using ISTA D2.13.0 or later. The required test pan can be accessed as follows:
"Service Function", using the path "Service functions / Body / Body basic module / Front axle calibration Body Basic Module / ABL B6100_KBMKAL";
or
"Symptom path" using the selection "Assisted Troubleshooting / System oriented / 6300 Lights / 630031 Interior lighting failed after programming / ABL B6100_KBMKAL".
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Disclaimer
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.