I just replaced on my BMW 335i 2007 both vanos solenoids and camshaft sensors, because the engine light went on with the only code P0012 "A" camshaft position timing over retarded bank 1. If a DTC related to the camshaft position sensor has been logged, repair this problem . Only the car lift symbol that disappears after a restart. So basically I'm lost. Went to start it and same thing - cranks but no start. Check spark, fuel injector pulse and fuel pressure, volume, quality and engine compression. Same mechanic replaces second solenoid. Thank you Pelican Staff for writing such a good article! Jack, This could be due to debris in the system. Feb 22, 2022. I would check for a vacuum leak, look at the intake ducts. 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. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi Nick: I replaced VANOS solenoid, CMP and VANOS filter but still shake and have 2A82, what's the suggestion for the next step. Basically, only happens at idle D with brake, or very slow speed without stepping the gas paddle. If that doesn't do it, check mechanical engine timing.- Nick at Pelican Parts. - Then I had both plugged back and suprisingly found that the idle is 90-95% back to normal, BUT found a bit of underpowered at around 2000-3000 rpm now. I am not familiar with those codes, nothing shows up in my information system. thanks again. Hi Nick, I have a E93 2008 which has error code 2A99 Crankshaft Position Sensor; Outlet Camshaft; Correlation - Intermittent. You could have a faulty water pump. Hello Nick, so follow-up to my P054B Cold Start "B" Camshaft Position Timing Over-Retarded Bank 1 issue. Can I put a vacuum on it to see if it pulls anything out. If the timing is off, I would not suggest driving it. Thanks, Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799 and they can help figure out which part or repair kit you need. Seal leaking, so not enough pressure? The SES light come and gone a couple times. Thanks for your great howtos and help! tried to restart engine several times, til battery drained. Showed code for intake VANOS fault. Errors found at diagnosis: 29F3 - Fuel Low Pressure Sensor Electric 2A26 - Catalytic Converter, Conversion in stratified - charge mode 2A2D Fuel Low pressure, fuel pressure 2A87 Exhaust Vanos Mechanism 2A99 Crankshaft, exhaust camshaft 2AAF Fuel pump, plausability 2C31 Oxygen sensor emissions control Any idea what should I do next. If there is leak what is the problems apart of lubricating oil leaking? - Nick at Pelican Parts **************** The oil is good, using, mobilone changed every 4 months, much more frequently than the BMW requirements specify. But now that I've installed the new solenoid, I've noticed that my gas mileage has gone down the drain. Start there, let me know what you find. Then it runs like a champ at all speeds the rest of the day including turbo boost with no issues. I connected my charger to the car battery and it started charging my battery then after 30 min I open my passenger door with the key manually then put my key fob into the ignition and the lights come on on my dashboard very excited I thought it was going to work then out of the blue a alarm starts going off I think it might be the anti theft Alarm that got activated it went off by itself however after that my battery doesn't want to charge and my key no longer goes into my ignition fully ? - Nick at Pelican Parts. Could be low fuel pressure or a VANOS issue. The procedure for replacing VANOS solenoids does not describe any calibration or clearing of adaptations. Hi, N43B20 wont starts, codes 2A9A and 2A9B. Also for reference, the rod bearing have been changed a year ago, and I did an oil change prior to having this issue. Or does this have to be something with the VANOS? - Nick at Pelican Parts. Yes. A fault in the variable valve lift system. Likely two issues. If it moves, mechanical timing is likely off. Clean might be a good idea. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I did the repair successfully. Could be many things. If one is faulty it could cause an erroneous code. Your issues could be the sensor, possibly the motor. 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. Thanks for any advice. Now low oil - yellow sign comes up and remains after ignition off. Sound like they're shot to you guys? I have a 2007 328I E36. No codes logged anymore. Is it normal for vanos units to need replacement at this mileage? 2 Rattle will disappear when I shift to Neutral 3 Rattle also appears when I drive very slowly in car park or before speed bumps. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Literally an ever so subtly side to side rolling sway feeling, not a rough idle or misfire, That could be normal or due to work engine mounts. I would go for it. Sensor "B" circuit bank 1, P1639, P1417 and P0016. Might be in VANOS actuators or faulty actuators. 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 select one of the links below to schedule an Inspection or . You can also with a pair of alligator ended jump cables test with 12 VDC no polarity neededthe solenoid open and close of the valve. Hard to say without being able to hear the noise in person. History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, 2023 The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. help, I can't offer any helpful insight without knowing what is missing from the system when you are trying to start it. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi there I have a 2008 e90 335i month ago got a 2a99 code and limp mode took it to the dealer changed oil and filter and spark plugs thy said hey couldn't find anything wrong with it the car was running fine month later got the same code turned the car on and off and half check engine went away runs fine Cleard the codes and now I did swap th vanos and cleaned them to see if that helps I just hope it isn't the bearing ledge I'm screwed than, If the code followed the swap, it is likely the solenoids. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi 2010 x3 200 000kms have blown expansiom tank and drove a few hundred yards without cooling. I used the Dorman replacements to save some cash but have heard mixed reviews on them since then. 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! This could be an issue with the actuator, camshaft ledges or work timing parts. Is it possible that a leak in the oil filter housing is the cause, 3. This vehicle prior was the "ultimate driving machine". My engine is the N52. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Were a forum community dedicated to the MINI Cooper, Cooper S and Clubman. I have to mention the solenoid I replaced is genuine. But was all replaced. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Throwing Limp Mode everyday. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Are there any fault codes? Later drove to indy shop everything worked fine. If the angles are off and you will need to dig deeper.- Nick at Pelican Parts. Is this just an issue of cleaning and/or replacing vanos solenoid also? How did you check timing and the camshaft ledge? But saw this Vanos possibility on your site. I had an original Active AutoWerke tune about 6-8 months old at the time this occcurred. The car has limited power on take off and when pressing the accelerator further down , it kicks ib and then moves fine. The Huntington Library houses an array of materials for the study of the Pacific Rim, a region of immense breadth, with a diverse network of people, cultures, and societies. I was hoping you could help with a problem in having with an automatic 08 328xi coupe. Car starts now but will have to be taken apart to swap valve cover gasket again. We have serviced the engine, changed the filter and serviced the oil switch but the knocking sound is still there with the oil light still on. My BMW E90 2007 MODEL IS LEAKING OIL ON THE SO THE TOP SOLENOIDS AS A RESULTS THE CAR DOES NOT HAVE POWER AND BIT SHAKY WHEN IDLELING. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi i have BMW 325i 2008 n53..getting missfires on cylinder 2 .car is Shakingvibrating at ide.discconecting o2 sensor.for bank 1 and car runs without missfires but still Shaking at ide.replaced fuel injectorscoils, spark plugs, chcecked compression. - Nick at Pelican Parts. or should I look for something else like the Vanos unit? - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hello , i have 07 e90 with 44k miles and 2a98 code,i allready clean vanos senors,and change intake camshaft sensor with no luck,the car run just fine at the highway , but if i go pretty slow traffic the car fails like if had bad coil when i accelerate, when i stop the car shakes , then when i accelerate again after 2000-2500 rpms it run normaly. I just thought they must get oil in there anyway. If you have an oil leak down the front of cylinder head, inspect solenoid area for fresh oil. The vehicle has 91k miles. However, there is no limit excess for the CO emmission. Let me know what you find. Maybe swap the solenoids first to see if the code changes. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Im having issues with my 335I im getting the 2A82 & 3100 code i have replaced both solenoids with brand new ones and i still recieved the check engine light, next i recplaced the sprocket and the sensor and still the recieved the same codes i dont know what to do any help weill be appreciated. I can read out that the throttle just opens 85% is that normal or is something wrong here? Hi. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Crank bolt is tight too - used this to turn the engine by hand. Thanks for responding so far :- Cheers Sean, That light indicates reduced power. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. out of gear it seemed to be ok and during normal driving no signs. Here is a thorough list of items to test and check with VANOS malfunctions. I only had 3 payments left to boot. I had the No. 06 325i with N52 engine Car stalls when coming to an idle at times Code 2A99 Swapped Solenoids, checked exhaust cam ledge,checked cam timing, no oil passage restrictions Vanos Position Exh -115 Vanos Adaption exh -13.13 Is this a bad Vanos unit? the car start chocking and die lol is it normal? When the engine is cold it tends to lose power and turns off e.g. I found oil leak on eccentric shaft sensor so I plan to change the gasket. Check out our Basic Maintenance section, which has all the parts you'll need to get your vehicle running its best, including filters, fluids, brakes, spark plugs, lighting, and more for your E90! The jerking was rhythmic and about 2-3 cycles per second. - Nick at Pelican Parts, You mention replacing the fasteners. - Nick at Pelican Parts. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Check if the intake VANOS solenoid is dirty. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Please let me know sometimes!, This could be an oil pressure issue or flow to VANOS units. Looking online cannot find any info on what else it could be. It is located at the front and side of the cylinder head. can I get a quote from Pelican parts? If OK, the thermostat may be faulty.- Nick at Pelican Parts. I've put 1 liter paraffin into a small container and dipped the VANOS Solenoids for 5min. Luckily my warranty is good until next April. - Nick at Pelican Parts. So i notice that the car has rough start, vibration, and hesitate when accelerate. I have to buy new ones. The two stalling episodes happened far apart. Have the same issue, that the revs jump up and down when you are doing a cold start. Could a bad VANOS exhaust solenoid trigger an error code for the rear oxygen sensor NOX sensor? Had a slight hesitancy when moving off from standstill. Hello I have a 2013 335i been having a rough cold start no faults car jerks when put into d two days ago I got a drivetrain malfunction fault it was fault code 130104 and 108010 I do have an after market intake would that cause the issue?. Replacing the VANOS solenoids is similar for both. could be that this assembly seized up and caused everything to go out of whack! BMW checked it, said there were no problems with all parts working well and just did a software updatefor $400!!! Where should I start? My 2008 e92 now wont start, it cranks and it sounds like it wants to but wont. I would check spark, fuel and compression on all cylinders. I have been disconnecting the eccentric shaft sensor connector, starting the car, and then plugging the sensor back in. Sounds like an engine misfire. Contact AA if you have an older tune and this issue. I chang the oil and filter on november. 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