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SIB 52 04 23
SERVICE ACTION: PROGRAM SEAT MODULES

2023-03-07

Please perform the procedure outlined in this Service Information on all affected vehicles before customer
delivery. In the event the customer has already taken delivery of the vehicle, please perform the procedure
the next time the vehicle is in the shop if the campaigns have a status of remedy available. Otherwise,
please release the vehicle.
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THIS REPAIR IS MOBILE FRIENDLY

MODEL
E-Series
G70
U11

Model Description
7 Series Sedan
X1 Sports Activity Vehicle

Production Date
Vehicles produced prior to February 24, 2023

SITUATION
The seat module control unit controls the seat functions. A software error can lead to the loss of the
initialization function.
If the initialization of the seat position is lost, it is shown to the driver via a red air bag warning light and a
Check Control message.

CAUSE
Software in the seat module can lead to the loss of the initialization function.

CORRECTION
With I Level …22-11-564, the software was improved.
Program the seat modules for all seats.

PROCEDURE
1. Determine what is the vehicle’s current I-level by either using AIR or the ISPA NEXT/AWP (Aftersales
Workplace) applications.
2. Is the current vehicle integration level:
Model
G70
U11

Target integration level
G070-22-11-564 or higher
U006-22-11-564 or higher

NO: Proceed to Step 3
YES: Proceed to Step 4
3. Program the vehicle using ISTA 4.39.36 or higher (released February 2023).
Note that ISTA will automatically reprogram and code all programmable control modules that do not have
the latest software.
Always connect a BMW-approved battery charger/power supply (SI B04 23 10) when performing
programming.
For information on programming and coding with ISTA, refer to Dealer Universal Portal / TIS / Technical
Documentation / Diagnostics and Programming / Programming Documentation.

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Then reassess the vehicle.
4. If the I-level is …22-11-564 or higher: Do not program the vehicle.
Run diagnosis with ISTA and work through the corresponding test module if necessary. Then reassess the
vehicle.
NOTE on Remote Software Upgrade (RSU): The software solution is integrated in RSU version
(11/2022.64) and only applies to vehicles that are included in the RSU campaign. Ideally, the Remote
Software Upgrade is carried out by the customer himself.

PARTS INFORMATION
No parts are required.

CLAIM INFORMATION
During this workshop visit, the affected vehicle may also show one or more programming and encoding Technical Campaign
repairs open, the programming and encoding procedure may only be invoiced one time.
Select one of these open Technical Campaigns to perform and submit for updating the vehicle to the required I-level
or higher.
Please be sure to also perform any additional before and/or after work (including attaching labels) as required by
the open campaigns on the vehicle. Close any other open programming and encoding Campaign repairs as outlined
in the corresponding Service Information Bulletin.

As determined by the above, reimbursement for this Service Action will be via normal claim entry utilizing
the work package information below that applies.
Defect
Code:

0061550700

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Completion before the first vehicle delivery to a customer or the vehicle is already in the workshop
Work Pkg
#1

Labor Operation Description (Plus work)

Labor Allowance

00 73 886

Programming and encoding the vehicle
control units, includes Carrying out vehicle
test (00 00 556/61 21 528)

8 FRU

00 73 887

Programming and encoding the vehicle
control units was performed in conjunction
with another campaign/repair prior to or
during this workshop visit (vehicle is
already at the specified Target integration
level or higher, no repair is necessary)

1 FRU

Or:

#2

Or:
The vehicle arrives at your center and this Service Action shows open (No other Main work will be
performed or claimed during this workshop visit)
Work Pkg
#3

Labor Operation Description (Main work)
00 73 299

Programming and encoding the vehicle
control units, includes Carrying out vehicle
test (00 00 006/61 21 528)

Labor Allowance
9 FRU

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Or:

#4

00 73 300

Programming and encoding the vehicle
control units was performed in conjunction
with another campaign/repair prior to
this workshop visit (vehicle is already at
the specified Target integration level or
higher, no repair is necessary)

1 FRU

Only one of the flat rate labor operation codes listed above can be used for claim submission/reimbursement purposes. Also,
only one Main work flat rate labor operation code can be claimed per workshop visit.

Claim Repair Comments
Only reference the SIB number and the work package (Pkg) number performed in the RO technician notes and the claim
comments (For example: B52 04 23 WP 1), unless otherwise required by State law.
Programming and Encoding - Vehicle Control Units (RO and Claim Comments Required)
This procedure automatically reprograms and encodes any vehicle control modules that do not have the latest software Ilevel.
If one or more control modules fail during the reprogramming procedure, claim the required consequential repair work
procedures to address this issue (including performing the IRAP Control Unit Recovery first as required, refer to the SIB in
AIR) under the Defect Code in this bulletin with the labor operations in AIR that apply.
Please explain the additional work procedures that were performed (The why and the what) on the repair order and in the
claim comments.
For covered repairs that address control module failures that occurred prior to performing this reprogramming procedure,
claim this work with the Defect Code and labor operations (including the diagnosis that applies*) in AIR that apply.

*Based on which one applies to your center, please refer to SI B01 01 20 or B01 07 20 for the applicable
procedure for documenting, claiming, and explaining, on the RO and in the claim comments, your diagnosis
work time (WT), job/repair work time (WT), and the vehicle repairs your center performed, unless otherwise
required by State law.

FEEDBACK REGARDING THIS BULLETIN
Technical Feedback
Warranty Feedback
Parts Feedback

To submit feedback for the technical topics of this bulletin: Submit your
feedback in the rating box at the top of this bulletin
To submit feedback for the CLAIMS section of this bulletin: Submit an IDS
ticket to the Warranty Department, or use the chat available in the
Warranty Documentation Portal
To submit feedback for the PARTS section of this bulletin: Submit an IDS
ticket to the Parts Department

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