Engine Does Not Start (61 02 09)

WARNING: This page is about the 750i 4.4, N63, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2010-10-05
Reference number: 61 02 09

ENGINE DOES NOT START

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): SI B61 02 09, Date of Issue: October 2010

BMW:	F01, F02 (7 Series) produced up to November 12, 2008
GROUP:	General Electrical Systems

Superceded Bulletin(s): SI B61 02 09, Date of Issue: March 2009

NOTE: This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B61 02 09 dated March 2009.

SUBJECT

Engine Does Not Start

SITUATION

The engine does not start and the ignition cannot be switched on. The vehicle can, however, be opened using the remote control. A Check Control message is displayed, saying that the vehicle can only be started via the emergency start coil (transponder coil) on the right side of the steering column.

CAUSE

The remote control receiver in the antenna diversity module

INFORMATION

The problem has been integrated into ISTA diagnostics. Select the "01 Drive / Accept fault pattern / Calculate test plan" . Select and run test plan AW6520_WAS1 (Check control message: hold remote control at steering column) from the displayed list.

CORRECTION

Refer to ISTA diagnosis for the required repair procedure.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Refer to the KSD2 to code the repair performed as prescribed by ISTA diagnosis results and the Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual for specific warranty coverage.