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Audio System - Erratic/Inoperative CD Player

May 2006
Technical Service

SI B 65 10 06
Sound System, Cruise, Alarms, Monitors

SUBJECT
New Audio-Test-CD for Diagnosing a Faulty CD/Audio-DVD Drive or Media

MODEL
All vehicles with CD drive, CD Changer and/or Audio-DVD drive (only on CCC vehicles)

SITUATION
Certain issues with the audio when listening to CDs, such as:

^ CD is not accepted

^ CD skips

^ CD can not be read

^ Permanent or intermittent interruptions

CAUSE
The CD drive/Audio-DVD drive is not working correctly or the media used by the customer is defective.

INFORMATION





The Audio-Test-CD has to be used for a preliminary analysis in the customer vehicle.
The Audio-Test-CD Track # 12 contains the borderline case which the CD or Audio-DVD drive must be able to play CD's without faults.
All the other Tracks on the Audio-Test-CD can be used for additional audio system issues.

PROCEDURE

1. Insert the Audio-Test-CD into the CD drive, Audio DVD drive or CD Changer

2. Select and play Track # 12

3. If there is no malfunction (CD skips, interruptions, etc.) when playing Track # 12:

^ Do not replace parts

^ Check the CD used by the customer

4. If there is a malfunction (CD skips, interruptions, etc.) when playing Track # 12:

^ Replace the defective CD/Audio-DVD drive or CD Changer

Please note:

^ Do not touch the reflective surface

^ Do not stick labels or write on the surface

^ Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or high temperatures

^ Remove the CD from its protective cover only prior to immediate use





PARTS INFORMATION

Additional copies of the ATC can be ordered if necessary.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Covered under the terms of the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Defect Code Refer to KSD

Labor Operation: Refer to KSD

Labor Allowance: Refer to KSD

IMPORTANT:
The Audio-Test-CD has to be used for a preliminary analysis before replacing parts.