Dedicated Subsystem WorkbenchPlatform Gen: 2013–2018

2016 BMW R 1200 GS Fuse Box Diagram, Amperages & Relay Diagnostics

Complete fuse box location, blade fuse slot mappings, ISO color codes, blown fuse symptoms and dark current parasitic drain testing for 2016 BMW R 1200 GS.

Technical PassportOEM VERIFIED

Engine

1170cc

Cooling

Liquid/Air-Cooled

Final Drive

Shaft Drive

Engine Oil

4.00 L (4.23 US qt)

Spark Plug

NGK LMAR8D-J

Front Tire

120/70R19

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Gen 2013–2018

Factory Platform Compatibility: All workshop fluid capacities, maintenance milestones, torque specifications, and consumables on this specification sheet are factory-identical across model years 2013 through 2018.

SPECS-TO-CART BUNDLESFactory Direct-Fit Maintenance Bundles Available

1-Click verified Motul engine oil service kits, race filters, spark plugs, and brake fluid pre-measured for this 2016 BMW R 1200 GS.

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Select Model Year:(Active: 2016)
6 Production Years (2013–2018)

2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018

Suggested Items3 Verified Workshop Consumables Available for this Job

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CIRCUIT HEALTH DECKMain: 50A Maxi MasterSpec: < 1.5 mA Quiescent

FUSE BOX, RELAY ASSIGNMENTS & PARASITIC DRAIN ISOLATOR

Fuse & Relay Location: Advanced CAN-bus / LIN-bus Electronic Circuit Protection (ZFE/central chassis module monitors current semiconductor-style without conventional fuses; auto-resets on key cycle). Master 50A alternator/starter fuse located under rider seat next to battery.

Select Fuse to Inspect Circuits & Failure SymptomsFormat: Electronic Semiconductor + Master Maxi

7.5A

SLOT: DIAG

OBD2 Diagnostic & Clock

Rating: 7.5 Amps

Downstream Protected Components:

OBD2 Diagnostic SocketInstrument Cluster Clock

Mechanic Diagnostic: Symptoms If Blown

OBD diagnostic scanner will not connect; instrument clock resets.

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Official NHTSA Safety Recalls & Technical Bulletins

0 Open Campaigns (Clean)

U.S. Department of Transportation compliance database (Title 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301).

Verify VIN on NHTSA.gov

No Active Federal Safety Recalls Reported

The U.S. DOT National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records zero open safety recall campaigns for the 2016 BMW R 1200 GS platform. Always check your individual 17-digit VIN at an authorized dealership or via NHTSA.gov for individual recall completions.

OEM Workshop Archives

Official Factory Service Bulletins & Field Updates

1 Documented Bulletin

Bulletin #BMW-17V438Safety Recall SIB 31 01 22: R 1200 GS Telelever Fixed Fork Tube Stanchion Crimp Separation

Source: BMW_Recall17V438_RCRIT-17V438-2955.pdf

Mandated Torques:Torque: 40 N·m (30 lbf·ft) (Top Stanchion Nut to Upper Fork Bridge)Torque: 19 N·m (14 lbf·ft) (Lower Fork Bridge Clamp Pinch Bolts - 3x Alternating)Torque: 50 N·m (37 lbf·ft) (Front Quick-Release Axle Screw)Torque: 19 N·m (14 lbf·ft) (Front Axle Pinch Bolts)Torque: 38 N·m (28 lbf·ft) (Front Brake Caliper Mounting Bolts - M10 x 65)

Consumable Specs:Loctite 7063 Degreaser / CleanerCastrol Optimoly TA High-Temperature Assembly Paste

Genuine Part Numbers:31 42 8 388 95831 42 8 388 95931 42 8 396 07731 42 8 566 596

NHTSA Recall 17V-438SIB 31 01 22 / Campaign 0000313000