# Service bulletin 511508

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10150324
- Published by NHTSA: 2018\-12\-03
- Manufacturer's number: 511508
- Manufacturer's date: 2012\-10\-01
- NHTSA component: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

## NHTSA's summary

?SI B51 15 08 Body Equipment October 2012 Technical Service. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B51 15 08 dated July 2008. designates changes to this revision SUBJECT Rear Window False Anti\-trap Activation. INFORMATION The anti\-trap protection feature may be activated when no obstruction is present. This may occur at either one or both of the rear windows. The root cause of the false anti\-trap activation may be difficult to determine. The attached diagnosis flowchart has been developed to assist with determining the actual root cause of the failure as well as to help prevent unnecessary part replacements. The root cause is typically either an issue with the window system, or an electrical/software issue. The diagnosis flowchart will help ensure that repairs are only carried out for the system that is most likely at fault. Refer to B511508\_Attachment. PARTS INFORMATION Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog \(EPC\) for the appropriate parts noted in the diagnostic flowchart. WARRANTY INFORMATION Not applicable.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/MC-10150324-9999.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2012/MC-10150324-0001.pdf)

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## Components

Glass, wipers and mirrors

## Vehicles listed

- 2006 BMW 325I
- 2006 BMW 325XI
- 2006 BMW 325XIT
- 2007 to 2012 BMW 328I
- 2007 to 2008 BMW 328XI
- 2009 to 2012 BMW 328XI
- 2006 BMW 330I
- 2006 BMW 330XI
- 2009 to 2011 BMW 335D
- 2007 to 2011 BMW 335I
- 2011 BMW 335I US
- 2007 to 2008 BMW 335XI
- 2008 to 2010 BMW M3
- 2011 BMW M3 US

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [B510819](/bulletins/10249437.md), 2024-02-01, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
- [B612315](/bulletins/10184584.md), 2020-12-21, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; EQUIPMENT. Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full: Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full.There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch.
- [B612315](/bulletins/10169468.md), 2019-12-16, Service bulletin: EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER. Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full : The low washer fluid warning is illuminated even though the washer fluid reservoir is full. There are no faults stored in the system for the washer fluid level switch. A non\-approved washer fluid was used that is silicone\-based. Silicone\-based fluids are not compatible with the contactless capacitive level sensor. Fluids that contain a silicone additive are normally colored other than blue.
- [B512519](/bulletins/10165288.md), 2019-09-23, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. GROANING NOISE WHEN OPENING/CLOSING FRONT WINDOWS. A groaning noise can be heard from the front door\(s\) when opening or closing the power windows.
- [B610819](/bulletins/10163049.md), 2019-07-22, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING. Service Information June 2019 General Electrical Systems B61 08 19 Technical Service WINDSHIELD WIPERS SWITCH ON BY THEMSELVES. The windshield wipers switch on by themselves and can no longer be switched off despite activation of the switch. An internal software error in the SZL \(steering column switch cluster\).
- [Radio and Air Co](/bulletins/10162432.md), 2019-07-12, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY/WIPER. "Service Action: Program Control Units \(FEM\). One or more of the following situations may occur when using the windshield wipers: \* After the wipers are switched off, they do not remain in the park position, but in the middle of the windshield. \* The wipers continue to operate even when the ignition is switched off. \* The wipers only partially moved when switched on. \* Hazard warning lights flash permanently. \* Vehicle locks and unlocks on its own. \* Interior lights turn on by themselves. \* The trunk lid cannot be opened. AFFECTED VEHICLES This Service Action involves F30 which were produced October 2011 to August 2012. In order to determine whether a specific vehicle has had this Service Action completed or is affected by this Service Action, first check the B\-pillar label for code number 631. If code number 631 has been punched out, the campaign has already been performed. If code number 631 has not been punched out, it will be necessary to utilize the "Service Menu" of DCSnet \(Dealer Communication System\) or the Key Reader. Based on the response of the system, either proceed with the corrective action or take no further action."
- [512212](/bulletins/10162424.md), 2019-07-10, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Wind Noise from Front Door Window Seal by Side Mirror. The front window may have wind noise by the side mirror when driving. CAUSE The window guide seal is not properly fitted to the door.
- [513608](/bulletins/10162404.md), 2019-07-10, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "Outside Door Mirror Moves when Locking or Unlocking the Vehicle. The door mirror tilts immediately after unlocking or locking. The mirror position does not correspond to the memory position preset by the customer. Pressing the seat memory button typically will return the mirror to the stored position. Poor electrical contacts of the mirror drive in the mirror housing INFORMATION The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Follow the diagnosis test plan using the latest ISTA version. In Information Search, select the "Function Structure"" tab. Select Body, Mirror, Door mirror, Driver's or passenger side, Exterior Mirror Malfunction, and then press "Start Search". Select test plan ""AM5102\_00010".
- [B612315](/bulletins/10160350.md), 2019-05-20, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.
- [B612315](/bulletins/10160267.md), 2019-05-20, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER. The Low Washer Fluid Warning Light is illuminated when the Washer Fluid Tank is Full This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 23 15 dated April 2016.

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