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2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Computers and Control Systems: Technical Service Bulletins
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Technical Service Bulletins
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Stations Not In Channels List
- Engine - MIL ON/ Various VANOS Related Codes Stored
- A/T - Failsafe Mode/Can't Shift Gears/Fault Codes Set
- Fuel System - MIL/Check Gas Cap Lamp ON
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Codes 2742/2743 Stored In DME
- A/T Controls - Can't Select Drive Or Reverse/Codes Set
- A/T - Gear Blocking Fault Codes Set
- Engine Controls - Power Reduction/Idle Actuator Faults
- Computers/Controls - Diagnosis via D-CAN Not Possible
- Electrical - Battery Discharged/Code 93AB Set
- A/C - Stops Cooling After a Long Drive
- Navigation System - Vehicle Position Missing/Incorrect
- By Symptom
- Customer Interest
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Stations Not In Channels List
- Engine - MIL ON/ Various VANOS Related Codes Stored
- A/T - Failsafe Mode/Can't Shift Gears/Fault Codes Set
- Fuel System - MIL/Check Gas Cap Lamp ON
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Codes 2742/2743 Stored In DME
- A/T Controls - Can't Select Drive Or Reverse/Codes Set
- A/T - Gear Blocking Fault Codes Set
- Engine Controls - Power Reduction/Idle Actuator Faults
- Computers/Controls - Diagnosis via D-CAN Not Possible
- Electrical - Battery Discharged/Code 93AB Set
- A/C - Stops Cooling After a Long Drive
- Navigation System - Vehicle Position Missing/Incorrect
- Difficult gear selection
- Driveability
- Erratic Operation
- Inoperative
- Low, Dead battery
- No shift/Incorrect gear engagement
- Poor performance
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Fuel System - Fuel Pressure Control Test Plan Error
- Computers, Controls - Programming VS Veh. Data Status
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Stations Not In Channels List
- Compuetrs/Controls - Recommended Diagnostic Procedures
- Computers/Control - Loading/Activation Of Enabling Codes
- Engine - MIL ON/ Various VANOS Related Codes Stored
- A/T - Failsafe Mode/Can't Shift Gears/Fault Codes Set
- Computers/Controls - ISTA Test Plan Priority Error Info.
- Computers/Controls - ISTA/D DTC S0001 After Quick Delete
- Fuel System - MIL/Check Gas Cap Lamp ON
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/Codes 2742/2743 Stored In DME
- A/T Controls - Can't Select Drive Or Reverse/Codes Set
- A/T - Gear Blocking Fault Codes Set
- Engine Controls - Engine Rough Idle During Warm Up
- Recall 08E-A02 - DME Update for OBD Communication
- A/T - Failsafe Mode/EGS Fault Code CF33 Stored
- Engine Controls - Power Reduction/Idle Actuator Faults
- Computers/Controls - Diagnosis via D-CAN Not Possible
- Computers/Controls - OBD Socket Cover Missing
- Electrical - Battery Discharged/Code 93AB Set
- A/C - Stops Cooling After a Long Drive
- Fuel Sys. - Fuel Level Sensor Repair Information
- Navigation System - Vehicle Position Missing/Incorrect
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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.