NHTSA ID Number: 11005233
Manufacturer Communication Number: B610124
TSB/Document Date: 2024-07-25
Summary
When driving over rough surfaces, a low-frequency rattling noise can be heard inside the vehicle's cabin.The noise typically sounds as though it is coming from the front right footwell area.
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RATTLING NOISE ORIGINATING FROM WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
RESERVOIR
This Service Information Bulletin (Revision 2) replaces SI B61 01 24 dated February 2024.
What’s New:
MODEL, removal of certain option codes
PROCEDURE, addition of fabric tape and washer tank installation method
PARTS INFORMATION, addition of Fabric Tape and Tank Window Washer (2) washer pumps
CLAIM INFORMATION section updated
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THIS REPAIR IS MOBILE FRIENDLY
MODEL
E-Series
G60
G70
Model Description
5 Series Sedan, i5 Sedan
7 Series Sedan, i7 Sedan
SITUATION
When driving over rough surfaces, a low-frequency rattling noise can be heard inside the vehicle's cabin.
The noise typically sounds as though it is coming from the front right footwell area.
CAUSE
The washer fluid reservoir mounting hook has too much play, which allows the reservoir to vibrate and
cause a noise.
CORRECTION
Replace the washer fluid reservoir.
PROCEDURE
In the event of a customer complaint, proceed as follows,
1. Inspect the washer fluid reservoir for play or
looseness, check the mounting points or areas
where contact may occur.
2. Confirm the source of the noise is the washer
fluid reservoir.
3. If the noise is determined to originate from the reservoir, replace it with the improved part listed below. Follow the
repair instructions “Replacing the washer fluid reservoir for the washer system 61 71 065 | REP-REP-P6171065-G60/G70 - V.1”.
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4. Before installing the new reservoir, apply two
pieces of fabric tape to the upper mounting point
(circled in red).
Note: layer fabric tape one piece on top of the
other.
5. After guiding the washer fluid reservoir into
the holder. Press the reservoir firmly towards
the passenger compartment before tightening
the self-locking hex bolt.
6. After performing the washer fluid reservoir installation, check for leaks, and test functionality of the system.
PARTS INFORMATION
To determine the part number that applies to the specific vehicle being repaired, enter the VIN/chassis
number into either ETK or AIR which will consider the specific equipment and/or options that are fitted to the
vehicle.
Dependent on the optional equipment, the function and number of washer pumps can vary. Choose the
washer fluid reservoir for your specific equipment and/or options fitted to the vehicle.
(5DM) Parking Assistant system
Part Number
61 66 5 A3A 028
61 13 8 351 989
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Description
Quantity
Tank window Washer System (2 washer pumps)
1
FabricCopyright
Tape** ©2024 BMW of North America, Inc. Up to 2/cut to size
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Or, for vehicles equipped with rear Autonomous Parking Camera
(5DN) Parking Assistant Plus or (5DW) Parking Assistant Professional
Part Number
61 66 5 A3A 029
61 13 8351989*
Description
Tank window Washer System (3 washer pumps)
Fabric Tape**
Quantity
1
Up to 2/cut to size
(**) DN = 1 meter/ 39.37 inches, order rounds to 50/Roll in L=50 m, B=30 mm
CLAIM INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks.
Defect Code:
6166013700
Washer fluid reservoir (including filler channel) Loose
Diagnosis
Labor Operation
51 00 001*
Description
Localizing body complaint(s) (Work time), inspecting the
washer fluid reservoir for play or looseness
Labor Allowance
Diagnosis Worktime Flat Rate
2 FRU
WT FRU
Or:
00 58 500*
And, together with the applicable diagnosis above, claim the flat rate labor operation code number below
that applies and obtain FRU allowance.
Labor
Operation
Description
Labor Allowance
61 71 065
Replacing washer fluid reservoir for washer system (Main
work)
As applicable
Replacing washer fluid reservoir for washer system (Plus
work)
As applicable
Or:
61 71 565
If you are using a Main labor operation code for another repair, then use the Plusposition labor operation
code 61 71 565 instead of 61 71 065.
Work time labor operation codes 51 00 001 and 00 58 500 are not considered Main labor operations.
(*) 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.
Sublet – Bulk Supply Materials (RO and Claim Comments Required)
Sublet Code 4
Reimbursement for the repair-related bulk supply material
(Do not use the BMW part number for claim submission)
See the sublet
reimbursement
calculations below
Sublet reimbursement calculation for claiming the applicable repair-related bulk supply material (BMW part
number) is at the dealer net (DN) price amount for the quantity used plus your center’s handling.
Enter this material cost in sublet and itemize the amount on the repair order and in claim comment section.
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BMW Group’s AIR Application Resource for Flat Rate Labor Operation Codes
To obtain the corresponding flat rate unit (FRU) allowance information from the BMW Group AIR application
resource, start by entering the Chassis Number (the last seven (7) characters of the VIN, select the
applicable Model if two or more vehicle choices show), or enter the full VIN (17 characters), click on the
“Search” button. Next, click on the “Flat Rate Units” button and enter the flat rate labor operation code in the
field to the right, click “Search” to display the Flat Rate Unit Group detail choices.
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