Repair instructions for function carrier cover

Repair instructions for grating noise from the area of the function carrier cover

 

Complaint

At low temperatures and on poor road surfaces, disruptive grating noises can occur.

Vehicles concerned:

Vehicles with optional extra 609, dashboard with twin cover and Navigation Professional.

Cause

The grating noise arise in the area of the bolt connection between the function carrier and top of the dashboard on the driver's side. See Fig. 1.

Repair instruction

In the event of a complaint:

  1. Remove the CCC in accordance with repair instructions RA 6583010.
  2. Remove the function carrier in accordance with repair instructions RA 5145031. See Fig. 2.
  3. Treat the top fastening point for function carrier on the driver's side in the dashboard with BMW Universal protecting spray (BMW part number 81 22 9 407 711) in the area of the sheet metal nut. See Fig 3.

Series solution

Suitable remedial measures have been introduced as of series vehicle production 15.04.2005.

Fig. 1

 

GR_FB5106013

The grating noise arises in this area.

Fig. 2

 

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Fastening point when the function carrier is removed.

Fig. 3

 

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Treat the top fastening point for function carrier on the driver's side in the dashboard with BMW Universal protecting spray in the area of the sheet metal nut.