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In-Tank Fuel Delivery Module (Pump): Limited Warranty Extension To 10 Years Without Mileage Limitation (SI B01 05 15)
Reference number: SI B01 05 15
IN-TANK FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (PUMP): LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS WITHOUT MILEAGE LIMITATION
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| BMW: | E70 (X5 xDrive 35d) (M57Y Engine) Model Years 2009, 2010 and 2011 produced from 03/19/2008 to 07/19/2010; E70 (X5 3.0si/X5 xDrive30i) (N52K Engine) Model Years 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 produced from 05/23/2006 to 03/18/2010; E70 (X5 xDrive 35i) (N55 Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 9/29/2009 to 7/19/2010; E70 (X5 4.8i/X5 xDrive 48i) (N62TU Engine) Model Years 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 produced from 5/09/2006 to 3/18/2010; E70 (X5 xDrive 50i) (N63 Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 8/6/2009 to 07/19/2010; E70 (X5 M) (S63 Engine) Model Years 2010 and 2011 produced from 1/12/2009 to 7/19/2010; E71 (X6 xDrive 35i) (N54 Engine) Model Years 2008, 2009, and 2010 produced from 7/05/2007 to 3/18/2010; E71 (X6 xDrive 35i) (N55 Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 2/4/2010 to 7/19/2010; E71 (X6 xDrive 50i) (N63 Engine) Model Years 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011 produced from 11/15/2007 to 7/19/2010; E71 (X6 M) (S63 Engine) Model Year 2010 and 2011 produced from 12/15/2008 to 07/15/2010; E72 (X6 xDrive 50i) (N63 Engine) Model Years 2010 and 2011 produced from 3/25/2009 to 7/19/; F07 (535i Gran Turismo) (N55 Engine) Model Years 2010 and 2011 produced from 9/24/2009 to 06/10/2011; F07 (535i xDrive Gran Turismo) (N55 Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 3/11/2010 to 06/10/2011; F07 (550i Gran Turismo/550i xDrive Gran Turismo) (N63 Engine) Model Years 2010 and 2011 produced from 3/25/2009 to 6/10/2011; F10 (528i Sedan) (N52T Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 5/17/2010 to 6/10/2011; F10 (535i Sedan/535i xDrive Sedan) (N55 Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 7/8/2009 to 6/10/2011; F10 (550i Sedan/550i xDrive Sedan) (N63 Engine) Model Year 2011 produced from 7/7/2009 to 6/10/2011; F12 (640i Convertible) (N55 Engine) Model Year 2012 produced on 5/25/2011 (One VIN); F12 (650i Convertible) (N63 Engine) Model Year 2012 produced from 10/26/2010 to 6/10/2011; F13 (650i Coupe) (N63 Engine) Model Year 2012 produced on 12/10/2010 (One VIN); F13 (650i xDrive Coupe) (N63 Engine) Model Year 2012 produced from 5/26/2011 to 05/27/2011 (Five VINs) |
| GROUP: | Warranties |
Attention : The Model information above is for informational purposes only, the determination of coverage should always be made on a VIN-specific basis using the DCSnet Warranty Inquiry application.
Please refer to the "Eligible Vehicles" section of this bulletin for further details.
INFORMATION
On the above-referenced vehicles, BMW of North America, LLC ("BMW NA") is extending the limited warranty for the
- In-tank fuel delivery module (pump) to 10 years without mileage limitation as determined by the vehicle's original in-service date.
- Item #1: This "component-specific" limited warranty extension applies to defects in materials or workmanship.
- This coverage is subject to the same vehicle eligibility requirements, limitations, and exclusions that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
This bulletin is notice of a "limited warranty extension." This is NOT a notice of a Recall or Service Action.
There is no immediate repair required unless the BMW vehicle is currently experiencing this problem.
Customer Notification Letter - VIN and Component-specific Warranty Extension
Even though this is NOT a Recall, BMW NA sent VIN-specific customer notification letters the week of July 13, 2015 in a "phased" release. A sample letter is attached.
ELIGIBLE VEHICLES
To assist you in identifying the "eligible vehicles" that have this extended limited warranty coverage, the DCSnet Warranty Vehicle Inquiry has been updated with the VIN-specific "Vehicle Comment" shown below:
BMW NA has extended the limited warranty for the in-tank fuel delivery module (pump) on this vehicle to 10 years without mileage limitation as determined from the original in-service date, subject to the applicable vehicle and coverage eligibility requirements, exclusions and limitations that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks. Please see SI B01 05 15 .
The "model year" production start (SOP) and end date (EOP) for a specific "model variant" within a "Series" will vary, please do not use a vehicle's production date as the sole detriment for ELW coverage eligibility.
If you have ELW eligibility and/or coverage question, please send an email with the VIN(s) and your question to the appropriate regional "questions" e-mail address prior to performing any repairs.
PARTS INFORMATION
Please refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC/ETK), using the customer's VIN to locate the replacement part numbers.
Please do refer to ETK and the repair instructions for information about onetime use fastener and/or other screws, gaskets and seals that must also be replaced while performing.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
The in-tank fuel delivery module (pump) limited warranty extension to 10 years without mileage limitation applies to "eligible US-specification BMW vehicles" that are registered, operated and have their covered repair performed by an authorized BMW center in the United States (including Puerto Rico).
This coverage supersedes the coverage that is provided under the BMW Certified Pre-Owned Program or any BMW Group Vehicle Service Contract that applies to the vehicle.
Should the in-tank fuel delivery module fail again, this component is covered by the remaining portion of the extended limited warranty coverage period.
The existing limited warranty coverage for all other parts has not changed.
Non-Qualifying Repairs
Non-US specification vehicles, ineligible vehicles, eligible vehicles operated and repaired outside the United States and Puerto Rico and/or the diagnosis and repair of other unrelated issues are not covered under the terms of this limited warranty extension.
Qualifying Repairs - Claim Submission
Claim this work with the defect code and labor operations that apply below.
| Defect Code: | 16 11 90 79 00 | In-tank Fuel Delivery Module (Pump) Limited Warranty Extension |
A. Diagnosis: Performing Test Module(s)/Troubleshooting (when applicable)
Based on the vehicle's symptoms, displayed warning indicator light(s), warning messages and/or stored faults.
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 00 00 006 | Refer to KSD2 | Performing "vehicle test" (with vehicle diagnosis system - checking faults) (Main work) |
| And: | ||
| 61 21 528 | Refer to KSD2 | Connect an approved battery charger/power supply (indicated in KSD2 as "Charging battery") |
| And, if necessary | ||
| 61 00 006 | Work time (WT) | Performing vehicle diagnosis - test module |
| And/or, if necessary: | ||
| 61 00 009 | Work time (WT) | Troubleshooting electric/electronic system |
If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead.
Work time labor operation codes 61 00 006 and 61 00 009 are not considered Main labor operations, however, each one does require individual punch time(s) and explanations on the repair order and in the claim comments.
And:
In-tank Fuel Pump Replacement: All except E70 (X5) vehicles with the third-row seat
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 14 610 | Refer to KSD2 | Removing and installing or replacing fuel pump(s) |
Or:
In-tank Fuel Pump Replacement: E70 (X5) with the third-row seat (option 04UB)
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 14 560 | Refer to KSD2 | Removing and installing or replacing fuel pump(s) |
And:
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 00 610 to 16 00 680 | Refer to KSD2 | Extracting fuel from the fuel tank and filling (Select the applicable "Plus" code work labor operation that applies to the amount of fuel extracted - 10 liter increments) |
Or:
B. Without Diagnosis (when applicable)
In-tank Fuel Pump Replacement: All except E70 (X5) vehicles with the third-row seat
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 14 010 | Refer to KSD2 | Removing and installing or replacing fuel pump(s) |
If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 16 14 610 instead.
Or:
In-tank Fuel Pump Replacement: E70 (X5) with the third-row seat (option 04UB)
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 14 040 | Refer to KSD2 | Removing and installing or replacing fuel pump(s) |
If you are using a Main labor code for another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 16 14 560 instead.
And:
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 00 610 to 16 00 680 | Refer to KSD2 | Extracting fuel from the fuel tank and filling (Select the applicable "Plus" code work labor operation that applies to the amount of fuel extracted - 10 liter increments) |
And, if necessary:
Related Other Repairs (A and B)
| Labor Operation: | Labor Allowance: | Description: |
|---|---|---|
| 16 99 000 | Work time (WT) | Repairing the related wiring, pins, connectors and components |
Work time labor operation codes 16 99 000 is not considered Main labor operations, however, each one does require individual punch time(s) and explanations on the repair order and in the claim comments.
And, as necessary
Sublet - Bulk Materials (A and B)
| Sublet Code 4 | See sublet reimbursement calculation below | Reimbursement for the repair-related bulk materials (BMW part numbers, do not use the bulk part numbers for claim submission) |
Sublet reimbursement calculation for claiming the "used quantities" of repair-related bulk materials (BMW part numbers) is at dealer net plus your center's handling.
Enter this material cost in sublet and itemize the amount on the repair order and in claim comment section.
Previous Customer-pay Repairs - Limited Warranty Extension Reimbursement
BMW of North America, LLC ("BMW NA") will provide reimbursement for "qualifying customer-pay repairs" that were performed on an eligible vehicle prior to the release of this component-specific limited warranty extension.
Customer-pay repairs are subject to the applicable vehicle and coverage eligibility requirements, exclusions and limitations that apply to the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
Repairs that do not Qualify for Reimbursement
Repairs performed on ineligible vehicles, eligible vehicles operated and repaired outside the United States and Puerto Rico and/or the diagnosis and repair of other unrelated issues. This exclusion applies to repairs, including consequential, that were performed using non-genuine BMW parts and/or used passenger car or light truck parts.
Requesting Reimbursement for a Previous Repair that Qualifies
For a customer to request reimbursement for a "qualifying customer-pay repair" performed either by an authorized BMW center or independent repair shop located in the United States (including Puerto Rico), please have him/her submit his/her reimbursement request "online" at www.BMW-RP.com under the following reference:
- B-ELWR 2015 In-tank Fuel Pump
Reimbursement Request Procedure
The online process is initiated by attaching/sending "PDF files" of the supporting documentation for the "prior repair."
The website, the customer-pay reimbursement attachment to this bulletin and the soon to be mailed customer letters all provide information as to "what" documentation is needed to be supplied to support a prior repair.
Alternative methods to request reimbursement, either through the mail or by fax, are also provided.
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