What do the following BMW Service Codes mean?

5116427800
0065770100
85990087MP
6321061200
1390019900
34000077MP
61610077MP
85990092MP
1778021500
5172000100
6313051200
6325051200

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Clarification of Question by rafdog-ga on 13 Jan 2005 07:00 PST

I will pay a $50 tip for this answer in the next 2 hours (it is 10 EST
right now, on Thursday).  Or I will pay a $20 tip for the answer
today.  I recommend calling/visiting a BMW dealer and just asking the
service department.  I just don't have the time today.

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Request for Question Clarification by cynthia-ga on 13 Jan 2005 08:27 PST

Hi rafdog,

30 minutes to spare!

I hope _your_ codes are in the link below...  I called the local BMW
Dealer as you suggested.  The Service Manager said the Service (Fault)
Codes are extremely general, and don't necessarily correspond with the
actual work that has been, or will be performed.  He said the only
real way to tell is to take your BMW into a dealer and have them hook
up to the on-board computer and get a printout.  Undaunted, I
regrouped and looked for "Fault Codes" as he called them.

Link to a .TIF file with the fault codes for M44, M52, M62, and M73 engines.
http://ackthud.com/shawnfogg/faultcodes.htm
This 23 page tif file is a list of the fault codes for a BMW. If you
are using a  R5-FCX to grab the faults it displays the HEX fault code.
Cross reference the fault code with the correct engine in your car to
get more info about the fault.

Note: The pages are hard to read.


Also note this linked page:
http://ackthud.com/shawnfogg/checkengine.htm
..."Tired of being at the mercy of your local BMW dealership to tell
you the cause of the 'Check Engine' light? ..... The R5-FCX is
extremely portable, simple to use, and reads the actual BMW fault
codes..."


Here's where you can purchase a Fault Code Reader for $139.95:

Peake Research Fault Code Reader (most BMWs up to 2000)
http://www.turnermotorsport.com/html/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FCX
Part #: FCX
Applications: 1986 - 2000 all (all)
BMW owners should have a great interest in this tool. The BMW's
Check-Engine light can mean any number of things. Sometimes it's
alerting you to the real need for a repair, but very often it is
merely indicating one of the many, simple (top off your coolant) type
problems. Also resets Service and Oil Change indicator dashboard
lights. Easy to use and includes a booklet containing the fault code
chart and instructions for use.

Will not work on the following vehicles: E30M3, 2000 750iL.

Have a 2001 or later car? You need the FCX II, just click here! [at the above link]


If this is acceptable, please tell me so I can post in the Answer box...


~~Cynthia

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Clarification of Question by rafdog-ga on 13 Jan 2005 08:37 PST

Cynthia-
Close.  I still hope to have a vague understanding of each of these
codes listed in the orginal question.  For example, I know that among
them are replacement wipers, a new bumper, oil changes and
inspections.  I just don't know which one is which, nor if there are
other details I am missing.  I am buying a car with this service
record tomorrow.

I didn't find any of them in the answer provided, though it looked
like good information for diagnosing future problems.

If you can contact a dealer or some other way to get the answer.  I
will leave the $50 bounty on the table for another two hours.

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Clarification of Question by rafdog-ga on 13 Jan 2005 08:41 PST

the last 5 digits of the VIN# (for looking up specific cars)is BZ99624

Hi rafdog,

9/12

MP is maintenance program items, like first oil change, oil service,
Inspection I or II, and brakes.

Codes that begin with 00 are temporary. Can be created by a service bulletin, etc.

5116427800 - ?
0065770100 - Recall Campaign 03V-421: Airbag Control Module
85990087MP - Early Oil Service (Annual for cars that don't require an
oil service within a year)
6321061200 - Rear brake light lamp, permanent failure
1390019900 - ?
34000077MP - Front brakes, brake flush, - maintenance
61610077MP - Windshield washers 
85990092MP - Inspection I
1778021500 - ?
5172000100 - Edge protection--cracked/broken/torn off
6313051200 - Front turn signal, permanent failure
6325051200 - Third brake light, permanent failure


NOTE: I could find ZERO results for the three "?" above, but I am still looking.

================================================================

SOURCES:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=72227
1613051400 Fuel ventilation system, emission monitoring, leak
diagnosis unit, occasional malfunction
6321061200 Brake light lamp, permanent failure
6121001200 Battery, permanent failure
0065770100
6321061200 Brake light lamp, permanent failure
85990092MP Inspection I
1214119600 Electronic shift or control units, pulse generator,
camshaft, fault code in memory
3112043100 Control arms ball joint, excessive play
34117777MP Brake service (fluid?)
6313051200 Front turn signal, permanent failure
5133123700 Front window regulator, loose
6313051200 Front turn signal, permanent failure
6325051200 Third brake light, permanent failure
0064360100
5116336500 Front drink holder does not lock into position
6763034800 Windshield washer pump leaking
85990089MP First oil service
2400175800 Automatic transmission slipping
0064360100 Recall Campaign 01V-206: Engine Auxiliary/Cooling Fan -
E46, E38, E39, E52, E53

http://www.bimmerboard.com/forums/posts/36122
5116051300 Broken front ashtray
6121001200 Battery failure
5124104100 Rear lid catch/lock, rubber buffer poorly adapted/fitted
6113097900 No 61-13-09s but it?s for plug/terminal/fuse connections
85990087MP Something included with maintenance program. Inspection,
brakes, etc. Didn't see this number, though.
1172029600 Warning lamp for air pump fault
1711075900 Radiator coolant level too low
0064360100 Electric fan issue
1172084800 Air pump delivery line (pump to shut off valve) leaking

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-55447.html
3112043100 Front axle ball joint, excessive play
1611023700 Fuel tank cap loose
6313051200 Front turn signal bulb failure
6321051200 Tail light bulb failure
1172027700 not found - somthing with the engine air pump
34000077MP Front brakes - maintenance
34117777MP I don't know this one, but some type of brake maintenance
5133122900 Front window regulator sticking/jammed
85990092MP Inspection I
6313051200 Front turn signal bulb failure
85990089MP Engine oil service

http://bimmer.roadfly.org/bmw/forums/e53/4828449-1.html
10320105mp-service performed
34210077mp-service performed-brakes, rear
85990092mp-service performed-inspection
0034420100- recall or service update-probably the brake clip
34000077mp--service performed-brake flush
34110077mp-service performed-brakes,front
6331023700-bulb replaced
0012490100-recall or service update-engine electrics
85990089mp -service performed-oil service
11009999sa -loan car approval
5116074100 -body piece replaced
064330100 -recall or service update-air conditioning

http://bimmer.roadfly.org/bmw/forums/e38/archives/1436872-1.html
0012380100 = There are no official defect codes that start with 00
5135001300 = Rear window regulator (motor) broken
6166024800 = Windscreen washers leaking
6131011500 = Indicator light switch malfunction
61610077mp = Windshield washers again mp usually means "maintenance
performed" so maybe they replaced the washer fluid for you?
6214111200 = Instrument cluster indicator/warning lights permanent failure
85990092mp = Inspection I performed
6321051200 = Rear tail light bulb replaced
3221033900 = Center track rod unpleasant noises (common problem, they
most likely replaced thsi link)
34117777mp = 3411- is for the front brakes systems but there is no
defect code for 77-77? Since this code says mp at the end, then it
could be a brake fluid flush or a pad replacement?
6321061200 = rear brake light bulb replaced
0017090100 = codes beginning with 00 are not in the KSD
5131000700 = Cracked windscreen
3441073900 = Parking brake cable making noise, another common issue,
that makes a squeaking sound , they replace the rubber grommit for the
cable to eliminate the nosie.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-51527.html
85990087MP-- Early Oil Service (Annual for cars that don't require an
oil service within a year)
85990088MP-- 1200 mile service (M cars only)
85990089MP-- Engine Oil Service
85990091MP-- Engine Oil Service (code only valid for the first
service, otherwise they'll use 85990089MP)
85990092MP-- Inspection 1
85990093MP-- Inspection 2

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/archive/index.php/t-56745.html
1151014800 Coolant pump--leaking
5116331300 Drink holder, front--broken
5116346500 Drink holder, rear--does not lock into position
5135003900 Window regulator, rear--unpleasant noises
5172000100 Edge protection--cracked/broken/torn off
34110077MP Front brake pads replaced under Full Maintenance Program


Don't know if these will be useful, but thought I'd pass them along:

BMW: Accessing Trouble Codes
http://www.troublecodes.net/bmw/
This information applies to 1989-1990 3, 5, and 7 series BMW models.

Codes using Check Engine Light
http://www.troublecodes.net/bmw/bmwcel.shtml

Codes using Scan Tool:
http://www.troublecodes.net/bmw/bmwscntool.shtml

Getting the fault codes to appear on the "Check Engine" light.
http://www.unofficialbmw.com/repair_faqs/motronic.html


How am I doing?

~~Cynthia

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Clarification of Answer by cynthia-ga on 13 Jan 2005 09:46 PST

rafdog,

Geez, I actually meant to post what I had in the Clarification
Section, but forgot I had the Answer window open.  (Hence the "How am
I doing?"

I'll find the last three if it kills me.  (It may)

~~Cynthia

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Clarification of Answer by cynthia-ga on 13 Jan 2005 10:00 PST

I need the series, model, and year.  The last 5 digits don't tell me that.

Reference:

Know Your VIN & Get Exactly The RIGHT BMW Repair Parts Every Time
http://www.autohausaz.com/bmw-auto-parts/bmw-vehicle-identification-numbers.html
12th - 17th Character: The 12th through the 17th character in your
BMW's VIN indicate the sequence of the vehicle for production as it
rolled off the manufacturer's assembly line. The last four characters
are always numeric.

~~Cynthia

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Clarification of Answer by cynthia-ga on 13 Jan 2005 11:47 PST

Very very close, waiting for a phone call.  

I don't think this will help *today* unless you have a very fast
connection, and I don't know if they deliver online, but you can
purchase the "BMW KSD 2003/10" CD here for $50.00

Scroll to BMW
http://www.autocd.com/AutoCdeng.html
All the codes are on this CD.

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Clarification of Answer by cynthia-ga on 13 Jan 2005 12:17 PST

rafdog,

I don't need the series, model, and year...!!

I FOUND THE LAST THREE.  THE COMPLETE LIST:

5116427800 - Trim related, maybe bumper
0065770100 - Recall Campaign 03V-421: Airbag Control Module
85990087MP - Early Oil Service (Annual for cars that don't require an
oil service within a year)
6321061200 - Rear brake light lamp, permanent failure
1390019900 - Fuel preperation system
34000077MP - Front brakes, brake flush, - maintenance
61610077MP - Windshield washers 
85990092MP - Inspection I
1778021500 - Cooling system
5172000100 - Edge protection--cracked/broken/torn off
6313051200 - Front turn signal, permanent failure
6325051200 - Third brake light, permanent failure

*phew*

If you need any more assistance in regards to BMW's "Service Action
Codes" please let me know.

You might want to buy that CD anyway, it will come in handy.

~~Cynthia

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Clarification of Answer by cynthia-ga on 13 Jan 2005 18:56 PST

Hi rafdog,

My friend called me back to give me the exact specifics of the last 3
codes.  He said the first 2 digits are always the area on the car that
were serviced:

5116427800 - (No 51-16-42) 51-16s are interior trim issues, like the
mirror, ash tray, etc.

1390019900 - Fuel tank vent valve error, fault in memory.

1778021500 - (No 17-78) 17s are cooling system issues.

I'm glad I was able to become creative and track down the information
for you.  You are very kind, --Thanks so much for the 5 stars, the
kind words, and the KILLER TIP!!!

~~Cynthia

Nice work.  Thanks for being so thorough, and for digging for more
information.  Just what I needed!