Convenience Closing Functions Changed (61 16 15)

Publication date: 2015-09-01
Reference number: 61 16 15

CONVENIENCE CLOSING FUNCTIONS CHANGED

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): SI B61 16 15, Date of Issue: September 1, 2015

BMW:	F23 (2 Series Convertible), F33 (4 Series Convertible), F83 (M4 Convertible); Vehicles produced prior to July 1, 2014 and that are programmed to I-level F020-14-07-501 or higher, will receive this functional change; With option 322 (Comfort Access)
GROUP:	General Electrical Systems

SUBJECT

Convenience Closing Functions Changed

SITUATION

The following Comfort Access convenience closing functions via the outer door handle or remote are no longer available:

Folding in the exterior mirrors
Closing the hardtop
Closing all windows

CAUSE

Because the anti-trap function is not available when closing via Comfort Access on convertible vehicles, and in order to avoid any damage to the convertible top components, the convenience closing functions have been deactivated.

PROCEDURE

The above situation is a normal function for vehicles produced from July 1, 2014, or if an earlier vehicle is programmed with ISTA/P 3.54 or higher, and I-level F020-14-07-501 or higher.

Do not replace parts or program the vehicle, since this is normal operation.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Not applicable.