Ray Hull

Got a recall letter from BMWNA yestrerday, asking me to come in for new crankcase vent valves. Doesn't sound awful (an hour), but they say it can prevent passage of state pollution inspections, especially out there in CARB land. These guys really jumps through hoops for those smog-eating self-righteous bureaucrats.

Oh well, I'm off to the Finger Lakes for the week. It'll get done sometime thereafter.

Cheers,
Ray Hull

cobradav

All 4.4L V8s up to 06/30/2004

SI B11 03 06
Engine June 2006
Technical Service

This Service Information bulletin supersedes S.I. B11 03 06 dated June 2006.

PERFORM THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SERVICE INFORMATION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES THE NEXT TIME THEY ARE IN THE SHOP FOR MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS.

(New) designates changes to this revision

SUBJECT
Voluntary Emissions Recall 06E-A02: N62 - Crankcase Ventilation Valves Replacement


MODEL
E53, E60, E63, E64, E65, E66 with N62 from Series introduction up to 06/30/2004


SITUATION
The diaphragms in the crankcase ventilation valves on N62 engines may become brittle and may start to leak vacuum into the engine intake system. As a result, one or all, of the following scenarios may occur:

Customer may hear a whistling noise from the engine area,

Service Engine Soon light may be illuminated, and

Mixture adaptation faults may be stored in the DME.

In order to remedy the situation, BMW is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign to replace crankcase ventilation valves on all affected vehicles.

A copy of the customer letter is attached.

AFFECTED VEHICLES
This Recall Campaign involves 545i/iA, 645Ci/CiA/Cic/CicA, 745i/Li, X5 4.4iA and X5 4.8isA vehicles with N62 engines, which were produced from Series introduction up to 06/30/2004.

In order to determine if a specific vehicle is affected by this Recall Campaign 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
(New) Chassis Number Range

545i
B087043 ? B088493

545iA
B107050 ? B113706

645Ci
B215018 ? B215596

645CiA
B189035 ? B190959

645Cic
B260025 ? B260591

645CicA
B320028 ? B322176

745i
DP50093 ? DP73841

745Li
DR00181 ? DR19993

DS43030 ? DS55126

X5 4.4iA
LE81036 ? LE81609

X5 4.8isA
LV00056 ? LV08286

CORRECTION
On affected vehicles replace the crankcase ventilation valves on both cylinder banks using improved parts (P/N 11 12 7 547 058). Please note that the repair kit contains sufficient parts to repair one crankcase vent valve. To complete this repair procedure, order two valves kits.

PROCEDURE

(New) Remove the 4 screws securing the acoustic cover (1) to the engine. Remove towards the front.


(New) Remove the trim covers from both valve covers to expose the crankcase vent valves (1). Using a pick (2), release the six clips securing the vent valve.

(New) Remove the vent valve cover (1), diaphragm (2), and spring (3). The replacement repair kit consists of all three parts. Install in the reverse order ensuring that the cover is in the correct position (see illustration) and that all six clips are securely and positively engaged.

PARTS INFORMATION
Part Number Description Quantity

11 12 7 547 058 Crankcase ventilation valve kit 2

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS

After the vehicle has been checked and corrected, obtain a label (SD 92-321) and with a ball-point pen print your dealer code (5 digits) on the Recall Completion Label (see illustration). An initial quantity of 100 labels will be sent to all BMW automotive centers. Peel the label from its backing and affix it to the right (passenger) rear side of the hood in the engine compartment, close to windshield.



For California centers only: It is required by the California Code of Regulations that an executed orange "Vehicle Emission Recall - Proof of Correction" certificate (SD92-084, see illustration) be provided to each customer (for vehicles registered in the state of California) once the Recall on their vehicle has been completed.

Note: Additional labels can be ordered on line at BMW TIS.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Reimbursement for this recall campaign will be via normal claim entry utilizing the following information:

Defect Code 00 11 27 02 00


Labor Operation: 00 56 138 Replacement of crankcase ventilation valves


Labor Allowance: 5 FRU

REFUELING COST
BMW of North America, LLC, will provide reimbursement to have the gas tank topped off once, as required, for each vehicle affected by this Recall Campaign. Attach the appropriate receipt to the work order.

Defect Code 85 99 00 66 NA Refuel vehicle

Sublet: Actual cost to top off the fuel tank

Sublet code: 4

VALET COST
BMW of North America, LLC, will provide reimbursement for vehicle valet services (pick up & delivery) for each vehicle affected by this Recall Campaign. Attach the appropriate receipt to the work order.

Defect Code 99 99 77 77 NA Valet Service

Sublet: $25.00

Sublet code: 4

RENTAL VEHICLES
Retailers participating in the Retailer Administered Customer Assistance Program and the BMW Service Loaner Car Program may self-authorize claims for reimbursement of rental costs from independent rental agencies in certain situations. For more details refer to SI B01 07 03.