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UNINTENDED HATCH ACTIVATION AFTER CONVERSION
2020-03-02
MODEL
E-Series
G01
G02
Model Description
X3 Sports Activity Vehicle
X4 Sports Activity Coupe
Production Date
Up to November, 2019
Up to November, 2019
SITUATION
The hatch may unintentionally open.
Note: This bulletin only affects the above model vehicles which previously had the Conversion,
opening of tailgate only possible after unlocking (activation required in the vehicle menu) that
is outlined in SI B51 30 16 completed.
CAUSE
The key buttons may require too little pressure, causing an accidental opening of the rear hatch when
stationary.
CORRECTION
Replace both keys. Replacement keys are improved and share the same part number. The pressure
required to activate a button is increased.
PROCEDURE
Replace both keys.
Reference REP 66 12… ”Teach in radio remote control/radio remote control with display (BMW Display key)
for instructions on teaching in replacement remotes.
PARTS INFORMATION
Obtain and confirm the part numbers for your specific vehicle by entering the chassis number in either ETK
or AIR which considers specific equipment and/or options.
Part Number
Refer to ETK/AIR
Description
Radio remote control
Quantity
2
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
Radio remote control/key fob transmitter (ID transmitter),
basic, no display temporary malfunction
Defect Code:
6135621400
Labor
Operation
00 00 006
Description
Labor Allowance
Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system –
checking faults) (Main work)
Refer to AIR
Performing vehicle test (with vehicle diagnosis system –
checking faults) (Plus work)
Refer to AIR
Connect an approved battery charger/power supply
(indicated in AIR as Charging battery)
Refer to AIR
Or:
00 00 556
And:
61 21 528
And:
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Replacing radio remote control
Refer to AIR
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