Dealer work order codes

[Mikedd]

Hi,

I'm wondering if anyone has any experience in deciphering the work order codes on a dealer warranty repair order? I picked up the history (some printed and some just a look) for the last 6 years. I can see that they have the designation for the "advisor" then the "tech" then J# (job number?) but he operation and description are cryptic. A couple of examples are;

• 32BMZ400 Steering column
• 37BMZ Integrated Susp
• 61BMZ
• 12BMZ Electrical

Just wondering if anyone could possibly shed some light on these. also looks like the entire control module was replaced after 2 years. Is that common? Thanks for your possible help in advance!


Mike

[killcrap]

Thoses are BMW's Group Codes

goto realoem.com for current parts listing, everything is based off these codes.

say there was something wrong with the vehicle and bmw releases a TSB about it,

well the TSB would start with SIB(group number, Article #, and then year) EG. 122208

if you need parts for the engine, the first 2 numbers would be 11

entire control unit is kinda vague. there can be up to 30 different control units in a well equipped X5.

[Mikedd]

Thanks for taking the time to answer, checking out the site now.

[Mikedd]

It was the engine ECU. looks like it failed after 3 years or they replaced it for whatever reason. No transmission issues ever though. Just stuff like trim, weatherstrip, one regulator etc.