Both vanos valves and cam sensors are interchangeable, so if there isn't a lack of oil, swap inlet for exhaust, clear the codes and see what happens. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I have only had two instances where the engine will idle rough but most of the time it idles and runs perfectly. I would have someone with an advanced BMW scan tool run a system test on the vanos actuators before assuming the ledge is faulty. You will have to TEST oil pressure. A fault in the variable valve lift system. Just to follow up: Is there any chance that the problem could be attributed to the Valvetronic motor instead of the eccentric shaft sensor? For the love of God I cannot get the new solenoid to seat properly it goes in very difficult. I would try to clean the solenoids, then do an oil treatment and change the engine oil after. Is the check engine light on? My 2011 328xi has a intermittent rough idle. - Nick at Pelican Parts. thank you for sharing how to do it yourself and save money but new problems now my engine stall on every red light or stop sign or taking the exit on a right turns. Our Warranty. Drove for a bit around the city, drove back home. If so, inspect components for looseness or noise. You may need a BMW scan tool to read it. Would you suggest i swap the Vanos solenoids around first after cleaning them or just replace the exhaust camshaft sensor to fix my problem? My Scanner says its the same two codes, P1553 and P1554. Is this common to motor fail?? Best Regards, S A, If you have a fault code for the cat and you replace it, it should remedy the light. I dont feel that I have 150 HP. Are the solenoids dirty again? After doing some research, it looks like I may have to clean/replace the MAF sensor; or clean/replace the VANOS solenoids. I would start with the crank sensor, test it and replace if necessary. That may remedy the fault, if not, you may need to replace them. I have noticed when the light turns on I am always on the highway. hi i have n43 318i 2009 50k no fault codes but strange rattle around and after 2000rmp when i drive a while,no rattle when engine is cold its sound like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxQuzQeL4J4 i oil,coils ,plugs ,chain tensioner ,can it be vanos ?shoold i change solenoids? If not, coat the new O-rings with clean engine oil. Noises are difficult for me to advise on, without hearing them myself. 2011 BMW 335i Xdrive N55 Turbo - getting CEL 2D60 + 2C58 error code only on cold start where RPM fluctuates up and down and throws error at lower end of RPM fluctuations If I rev engine to 2-3 k upon cold start for 2-3 minutes, I can then let it idle and it will be fine with no code thrown. If so how many of them and what is the link? So they could find the issue. You will need a puller or pulley extractor. The Huntingtons collection of over 400,000 books from the hand press era is one of the worlds richest sources for the printed record of Great Britain and the United States. When I removed the intake solenoid, there was an O Ring, but the spacer was missing. Any info appreciated. Can a vacuum leak through a p0015 code? Not when replacing the solenoid. - Nick at Pelican Parts. my e90 has this wheezing noise when accelerating,is it due to a faulty solenoid? When it first starts it searches for the idle point then throws the code and sits at the correct idle. I have an E83 bmw 123K on it and it runs pretty good but the Service Engine Soon light comes on every now and then.It stays on for maybe 1-3 engine starts then dissappears for a month or so. Engine running more smoothly and hesitancy now gone. Let me know how it goes! It stutters at idle and stutters through all rpm ranges while accelerating. The vehicle stall did not happen and at idle time the taco is rock steady. so far As mentioned earlier. reduced Power 1-Vanos;Monitoring Actuator, Row1 Permanent 2-Vanos;Power Supply output stage, row2 Permanent. - Casey at Pelican Parts. Recently I am intermittently getting the "engine malfunction running at reduced power". Could it be the sensor on top of the motor that controls the Valvetronic Motor? Do you believe in such a small change in temp does make a difference? Hello, I'm having a very odd problem with my 2007 BMW 335i E90 with an N54. Smooth for awhile but back to idle problem. - Nick at Pelican Parts, I have a 2007, 335i. I get the feeling I may go back and forth with the dealer for a while. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Possible. Innova Sleep Systems is an international manufacturer of competitively priced state-of-the-art adjustable beds, having the strongest frames in the industry. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Would this fix the problems ? What is the fault code? what should I do? i drove it to a local shop they plugged it in checked the computer error codes which are 2A87 VanosOutlet, Mechanical & 2A82 Vanos inlet what do you recommend i do ? If out of spec, it could be the VANOS unit. Items need to be checked and tested using a BMW scan tool. Once I get new parts again I will try it and post the results here. You will need to install timing jigs o confirm timing is set correctly. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Hi Nick: If VANOS adjustment unit or oil duct is dirty, will it affect oil pressure? audi : Is the check engine light on or flashing when the problem is present? Permit Requests are Public Records Requests. If OK, the thermostat may be faulty.- Nick at Pelican Parts. If it doesn't reach the desired positions, you could have an oil pressure or actuator issue. Unplug both coolant temp sensors, the fan should come on immediately. This will be your best bet when diagnosing.- Nick at Pelican Parts, I will be very thankful if you provide instruction how to replace camshaft hook ring seals Thank you, If we get the chance to perform the procedure we will definitely document it. This could be conicidence, the oil condition sensor may be faulty. Thanks ! - Nick at Pelican Parts, Sorry i thought I was ina bmw specific forum. If you doubt the diagnosis, get a second opinion. I took it to a shop and getting the fault code p0012 referencing the "camshaft timing over-retarded bank 1". Thanks Nick. Is the check engine light on or flashing when the problem is present? Crank bolt is tight too - used this to turn the engine by hand. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I have a P0012 code. I replaced the eccentric shaft sensor and plugs and the challenge stopped when driving but it still idles rough. Is the check engine light on or flashing when the problem is present? like i said i use autocom cdp for live data runs and that can show vanos positions,, with 130k on it for sure the chain will be worn i would think most barely make it to 80k so of were done at 80k its where prob needs doing again,, the other ways to tell is use a dummy tenioner that screws in to when chain tensioner goes and can measure the travel, or remove rocker cover and look down where tensioner sits and anything more than about 10mm showing out of tensioner its toast . I would perform a fuel delivery system test. They are probably both just faulty as coincidence. I would bet if you switched back to the new ones everything would be OK nowthat sounds like the throttle adaptation needed to be carried out, switching back allowed the operation to run, and coincidentally it seemed like the old solenoids were better. Please advice of what I can do Could be a faulty cat making the noise. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I would like say to all friends here in this section: Don't switch oil brand or oil grade when you find that your engine has been running with the one you've been using Perfectly. The best way to start is to check the DME for fault codes. - Nick at Pelican Parts, My o ring fell in my cam chain drive while changing my vanos solonoids what can I do to get it out thanks, Use a hook tool or flexible grabbing finger tool to get it out. 2a7a and 3100. I would check for a vacuum leak, look at the intake ducts. 2009 mini ***** ***** code 287d vanos inlet actuator movement and code 2870 vanos inlet adaptation stop ,i replaced Ask an Expert Car Questions BMW Questions 2009 mini ***** ***** code 287d vanos inlet actuator Pete, Auto Technician 44,637 Satisfied Customers Over 17 years diagnosing and repairing vehicles. I connected a ODB reader and have the following codes which can be cleared but come back on after a few days. Will it be solved by changing the solenoid or should I synchronize mechanically again? - Nick at Pelican Parts. - But problem started after that. Mine was replaced not long ago, and I would like to try to clean it first and put it back in to see if it is ok. Can you tell from the error code if is the exhaust or the intake I should try to clean? I am now at cold start getting high revs and a 2a9a. Could be a module fault. - Nick at Pelican Parts, No, there is no "chek engin" light normally or when I unplug them. replaced broken charge pipe and oil filter housing gasket and cap w/ no change as well. if so, it might be jamming. Hi, I replaced the Venos solenoids a while ago but something is happening since Friday. Depends on the year and models of your vehicle. - Both feel almost perfect idle but uplugging intake seems better. - Nick at Pelican Parts. once the car warms up it idles fine. I made visit to BMW and bought a set of "o" rings for the vanos solenoids. I have a 07 328i, previous owner let it sit for a while, drove it for 5k. Unlikely. do you have a part #? Are there any codes currently?> You could have worn chain guides, causing some timing chain noise. Give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. Got codes "130104 VANOS intake: control error, camshaft clamps" and "120408 Charge pressure control, shutdown: pressure build-locked." This time it didnt cut out but the amber engine light came on and it ran lumpy. Hard to say without being able to hear the noise in person. HI Casey and Nick, Sorry for wasting you so much this and this is the last question: This sounds stupid but I have 1 more symptom: The engine seems idle better at the ambient temperature of 77F or higher at the day time, but problem or the rattle comes back at night with ambient the temperature just drops back to 62F. It didn't slip, chains don't do that without catastrophic failure. I have a feeling it came off again today as I heard a crack noise coming from the engine and cylinder 4 is misfiring again, how can I fix this problem Let's make sure we're showing you the right parts! Once you figure out what is missing, it will be easier to diagnose. Give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. is it safe to drive it like this. Wipped them with oil but about 1/8 of an inch from matting with block. so my 2009 cooper clubman, non s, is hard to start and is throwing this code, I have taken off the valve cover before and saw that one of the . The idle issue can be cause by many things. My OBD-II scanner is reading P1554, I'm planning on replacing the solenoids. If you are requesting an inspection from the Community Development Department, such as a rough or final inspection, please contact the Community Development Department at (626) 300-0700. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. I have a 2007 328i that was dropping codes 2A87 and 2A82 and shutting off intermittently, I had the camshaft selenoid adjuster replaced, codes cleared. But now theres a rattle from the engine? - Nick at Pelican Parts. Seems to drive fine though once warmed up. Hello, My 2006 e90 325i with 109,000 miles has an inconsistent idle in the mornings, after sitting overnight. Check timing via a bmw scan tool, is desired same as actual? Rev Cycle (San Marino) is a boutique Spinning & Sculpt studio located in the heart of the San . Which if the same, it can be a mechanical timing issue or faulty VANOS actuator. I would check the intake air system for leaks or restrictions first. No issues were found over the past 9 months. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Cold mornings have had an idling start problem and near stalling. I put them back and the car started like a dream. Thanks again. Engine light comes on occassionally and car goes into limp mode the error codes are P1050, P1062 and P111a. You could have a fault with the throttle housing. The BMW dealer said after testing that I need to replace the VANOS exhaust solenoid and the NOX sensor. I would start by checking the DME for fault codes. i found out that when it goes 500rpm i push little gas so the rpm go up and it wont stall on me . Resistance is not a good test for solenoids. If it were degraded due to an issue, you would have a fault for fuel trim. Hi NickLove the site. I am sure they saw debris, etc, which is why they want it changed. Don't have your vehicle here in the US, so I can't be too specific. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi, guys excellent work with all this tech articles. Will not restart cranks, stumbles, won't start. was working last morning but since then i couldnt start it. or I heard someone says DISA valve? I have a fully charged battery, my fuel pump is working, I am not getting any codes, no burnt fuses and was running fine before hand. other than the no.2 cylinder. Hi Nick, My 325i E90 with N52 engine has had both P0174 and P0171 lean codes On all the time. Should be consider OK? My 2008 e92 now wont start, it cranks and it sounds like it wants to but wont. I cleared these and took the car back out. Here is a pro-level article on fuel trim (I found) and it has multi-parts, including testing. Navigate to component activation. *** ***NEW CLIENTS MUST COME IN AT LEAST 10 MINUTES PRIOR TO START OF CLASS.***. Don't think so. I have 06 325i I have check engine codes p0012 & p0015 ..pls give me an idea for repairs..ty! Vanos refers to the variable cam timing system. Sounds more like a mechanical timing issue to me. Please advise what is a good chemical or solution to clean vanos solenoid? You can try cleaning the solenoids or moving the installation positions first. I've already removed the others without a problem I was thinking of changing the oil using a BMW filter, changing the spark plugs and cleaning the O2 sensor that's up front. I just changed the VANOS solenoid for the intake. ANOTHER THING THE CAR IS PUSHING OIL TROUGHT OIL CAP AND TAPPED COVER GASGET. - Nick at Pelican Parts, G'day fellas I was wondering if you have the photo step by step guide for the VANOS o-ring replacment for a 2005 2.5 E85 Z4 Cheers Johno Queensland Oz, We currently do not. - Nick at Pelican Parts, I have 2012 bmw 335is It was lightly hit in the passenger wheel area and was repaired. Shake like crap when starts, driving is fine; only start shake which gives 2A82. Maybe swap the solenoids first to see if the code changes. Any tools/supplies other than the parts needed for this? Codes showing this time 29d1 combustion misfire cylinder 5, 29d2 combustion misfire cylinder 6, 29d0 combustion misfire cylinder 4. So I'm presuming it's the exhaust solenoid, just don't understand how it makes all that squealing noise? No codes logged anymore. also, am i correct that this model engine does NOT have a crankshaft position sensor? Thanks. I had an original Active AutoWerke tune about 6-8 months old at the time this occcurred. Once you figure out what is missing, it will be easier to diagnose. I took out and cleaned both solenoids. I would check the basics first. And if you slowly exelerate the rpm dosent go up. You will have to check if the misfire is spark, fuel or compression related to be sure. This morning I followed this article and cleaned up the two solenoid valves. And there is a hose on it coming from the vent valve. There may be a worn chain guide or timing may have jumped. If so, the tube from the valve to the dipstick may be where the trouble is. How long until it goes away. You can test the solenoid electrically to confirm it is OK. Comm,and it on while monitoring current. The actual light that came on was a yellow icon of an engine with half of the egine diagonally split and colour. Can you send me the OBD P-codes or BMW fault codes with the last seven of your VIN? I ended tracing the problem by spraying a propane tester on intake. The fastener on the intake valve snapped and 3/4 of the bolt is still inside the hole. thank you, You could have a mechanical engine timing issue. To reset this I need to pull over, turn off the car and start it back again. There does not seem to be much coming from the solenoids when I clean them. - Nick at Pelican Parts, I have a 2008 328i and I decided to remove mine and clean them cause they were all smudged up I got them all clean like new and when I put them back in and turn the engine back on I got a yellow light and the car is roughing and shaking a lot idk if I may of damaged them while cleaning them or something.. An independent garage replaced the exhaust solenoid and cleared valvetronic motor with no change in symptoms. am driving 2004 bmw 120i e87 with n46 engine, i had valtronic error codes, valvetronic servomotor, valvetronic power limitaion, accentric shaft sensor,onxygen sensor heating before catalytic convertor and have replaced the motor and accentric shaft sensor now valvetronic adaptation and cam shaft exhaust sensor cant clear. 2006 Z4 E85 3.0si. Thanks in advance! You may have something connected wrong. if so the issue is debris in the oil from lack of maintenance. Any clues? Mind you it only dies if Ive been driving through city for awhile never dies on hwy. Clean might be a good idea. I would not use any harsh cleaners. The code appears to describe a describe a short or open in a solenoid for the front axle or all wheel drive system. I have replaced crank position sensor and intake cam position sensor already, with no change in behavior. - Nick at Pelican Parts. 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