- Nick at Pelican Parts. Also, sometimes I feel the acceleration lags a bit before goes normal afterwards. I have to mention the solenoid I replaced is genuine. Hey Nick, I have an 08 335i with 140k miles. Does fault return? Thank you in advance. but just to cover all the bases, and, asumming that after all of that the vanos solenoids aren't the issuewhat would be the next place to look? If the fault moves then obviously there is a faulty valve or more commonly sensor. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Is this the VANOS solenoid ? Is it like its not detecting the solenoid at all? Changed Exhaust Vanos solenoid lower one of the two, and my E90 runs like a dream again. I have been told by a couple of mechanics that it could either be the VANOS needs cleaning/replacing or the timing chain has stretched. You will need to monitor desired and actual VANOS actuation. Check fuel pressure, volume and quality. The greater the load, or the harder I depress the accelerator, the worse the "stumbling/missing/hesitating" becomes. Also swap sides while you are at it. Showed code for intake VANOS fault. How is the engine oil? We ask that those who have not provided proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 to be properly masked. Could there be another problem. You will want to check desired verse actual camshaft angle. If there is leak what is the problems apart of lubricating oil leaking? Im clean both VANOS solenoid and VANOS filters as well and still the same, The chain doesn't stretch as much as the plsstic guides wear. I would check spark, fuel and compression on all cylinders. 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. Is it Fuel pump related or does anyone know what could be causing this? I wish I was getting a code so I could figure this out. To confirm, use a scan tool to check fuel trim. Running out of money and patience, You didn't mention what vehicle you have. Sounds like an engine misfire. Thanks, The VANOS unit can't be cleaned. So i notice that the car has rough start, vibration, and hesitate when accelerate. Here is a pro-level article on fuel trim (I found) and it has multi-parts, including testing. Swapped positions. But now theres a rattle from the engine? Can I still fit them in my 318i? - Nick at Pelican Parts. Before messing with the cam, tried the cheaper possibility of gunked up solenoids. They are probably both just faulty as coincidence. Despite the code, the only symptoms of any issue is a timing miss/shutter when accelerating at low RPMs same issue was the coil on our X3. is it safe to drive it like this. Many thanks in advance for your time! Was looking to see if there was any advice thanks. Is it possible that a leak in the oil filter housing is the cause, 3. It should be a P and four numbers. Can anyone help explain or is this guy trying to get over on me? A forum community dedicated to BMW owners and enthusiasts. now i fell so sad lost hope , try to figure it out what is the problem, Are there any fault codes currently stored? Inspecting VANOS solenoids once removed: Check VANOS solenoid for cleanliness and or debris. They were not particularly sludged or anything. The BMW dealer said after testing that I need to replace the VANOS exhaust solenoid and the NOX sensor. You can check that by using a timing chain pretension tool and checking for excessive movement in the adjusting guide. However, this can at times be VANOS or Valvetronic issues. Hi Nick, I have a BMW 318i E90 a recently noticed a vanos intake error not too sure of the error code but if I can remember, it's 2A8A vanos intake but the check engine lights aren't on. I would think no. - Nick at Pelican Parts. - 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. Reason of this chek is that car is a bit slow. I would check mechanical engine timing. Shop says these are new codes so I would have to pay for diagnosis and repair. i restarted it fine and then after a couple miles of driving i was at a stop light and while in gear the engine had a slight shake to it, it didnt sound super rough but was abnormal. When I give it throttle, the noise goes away and it runs smoothly. So, the last thing I can do is to check the camshaft bearing ledge? - Nick at Pelican Parts, I have 2006 325i it wasn't until yesterday that my engine was making a click clack sound, sounded like it was coming from a cylinder. You may need a BMW scan tool to read it. So I'm definitely going to try the quick and easy fixes first cleaning the MAF sensor and the VANOS solenoids, and it that doesn't do the trick, I'll start looking at what you suggested. I did have the sensor replaced due to a broken gasket just under 1 yr ago by BMW dealer. No Vanos codes, but was wondering if I should take the intake and exhaust out and clean or even replace due to my mileage preventative maintenance. What do you think I should do? I will highlight how to replace and clean the exhaust VANOS solenoid. I have seen many damaged this way. Some have suggested the throttle actuator or high pressure fuel pump but the other symptoms usually associated with these issues aren't present. Car runs smooth at speed. It could. Then i have another question. So what you're seeing may be normal. - Nick at Pelican Parts. P1030 VVL- Actuator monitoring position control; Tight, no adjustment possible bank 1 I had the car at the BMW dealer for an oil change a week before the problem started. - Nick at Pelican Parts, You mention replacing the fasteners. However, after a recent oil change Vavoline, previous: Helix, the rattle comes more often. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Start there, let me know what you find. Please advise what is a good chemical or solution to clean vanos solenoid? What fault codes are stored. Check fuel pressure, volume and quality. if so, it might be jamming. If the system is not working properly, a fault code will be set. Swapping is only for testing. Call The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. please help. It will then run normally, I can take it to the store, shut it off, come back in an hour, it will start and run fine. throwing 2a9a and 2a9b. However today I took down the expressway and drove at 100km for about 5 minutes and stopped for a coffee. Drove to indy shop and got my oil changed, after that engine was acting weird. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Any suggestions? - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi Guys, Its Ed here again - I noticed something strange I went to the main dealer with regards to the errors I got - after diagnostics they told me needs further investigation either timing or vanos fault just as you guys said. If that doesn't do it, check mechanical engine timing.- Nick at Pelican Parts. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Thanks for your reply, after I got the screws, how can I know what torque to use, I would grab a repair manual. If we get the chance to perform the repair, we will be sure to document the process. Check what I mentioned earlier.- Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi i have a 2006 bmw 525i n52 code pops p0012 i cleaned both solenoid and Placed it back it start smooth for a minute then start to rattle then a code pop p1554 and lots of cylinder Misfire thanks, If the oil is clean as are the solenoids, the issue may be faulty solenoids or VANOS actuators. I removed and cleaned both the VANOS filters. Any help would be appreciated. Are there any codes currently?> You could have worn chain guides, causing some timing chain noise. I would perform a full vehicle scan to determine the fault. With your vehicle info handy, give The Pelican Parts parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Is it okay to use some brake cleaner on the solenoid? I randomly keep getting a low oil pressure warning, usually in the morning after the car hasn't been driven in a while, and sometimes it will go into limp mode and tell me engine power is reduced, court this be caused by bad solenoids? Engine was misfiring and codes indicated cylinder 6 as well as MAF sensor. The Day after my check engine light came on then it shut back off. - Casey at Pelican Parts, Anyone know what means 275F Variable camshaft timing VANOS MAXIMUM LIMIT POSITION, INTAKE BANK 1, Valve lift is at limit. Regardless, I am a bit comfortable driving the vehicle now without fears of the engine falling apart as a result of excess rattling. I have a 2007 320i msport e90 automatic and the temperature light comes on it first shows orange then goes to red then the car switches off and the fan comes on but the weird thing is that the car isn't even hot and I have no idea what the problem could be . I have a 2008 328i and was getting an code for intermittent cam signal. Next time I started the engine the ECU was showing fault and engine was running sluggish. The only challenge I have is getting another engine. - Nick at Pelican Parts. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Car had a couple of unsual shakes while idling at a red light. Thanks for the feedback. If the system is not working properly, a fault code will be set. if it does, replace it. Hi Nick, I have a 2006 BMW E90 318i. Originally you stated it ran rough. 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. I m really thinking its the solenoids especially since the problem didn't surface until they were replaced. Thanks, Vacuum for the brake booster comes from the vacuum pump. When I turn off I turn on the engine and then the car goes normally. Mini Cooper 287D - VANOS Inlet Actuator Movement. Looking online cannot find any info on what else it could be. Does not seem mechanical. The fault code being set will help direct you to the problem. RECOMMENDATIONS, Confirm mechanical engine timing is in or out of spec. He did not have the right tool to delete the codes. See this article: https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/FUEL-Fuel_Pump_Testing/FUEL-Fuel_Pump_Testing.htm - Nick at Pelican Parts. - Nick at Pelican Parts, hey I have a 2011 e92 n55 335i xdrive and the issue I'm having is I have no codes but the car has a rough idle at cold temp but after warming to normal temp the idle jumps but then after driving it goes away also I have a temp issue that while driving the temp is drastically dropping, This could be caused by intake valve carbon. Thank you in advance. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. I would start with the crank sensor, test it and replace if necessary. There are no codes coming on now. Car idle seemed fine but car was surging at rest. But there is no dipstick on this model just the tube. if it is a rough idle, it could be a misfire or improper engine timing. planning to replace both solenoids. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Is it normal for vanos units to need replacement at this mileage? Using a timing kit found both Vanos were out to the crank by around 1 tooth when at tdc! Navigate to component activation. im getting 5 faults: P0238 turbo boost sensor A circuit high. Added - motul oil 5w-30 and viscosity dont really know how much unfortunately. did you ever heard about speed sensor problem ? Once again thanking you. Help, What is the fault code? during that time, the engine would crank but would not fire. - Nick at Pelican Parts, My Car 325i 2006 n52b25 029cc 029cd 029cf 029f4 029f5 02a82 02a87 Thank you, Some of those fault can be catalytic converter faults. Once you figure out what is missing, it will be easier to diagnose. Martin, No. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Now I am getting rough idle but only when the car is warm. Coolant got nothing to do with all this. I would start by checking the DME for fault codes. - Casey at Pelican Parts. This will confirm it is off and unable to be controlled. You could have a faulty VANOS actuator or worn timing chain components. I just replaced my vanos solenoids in e92, 2007 and my car went crazy, rpms going up and down, a lot of vibes, choking and eventualy goes off, switched back to old ones - everything works much better, any secret behind it or just my luck and bought new and faulty parts ? Before I dive into taking this bad boy apart, am I missing anything else? They are responsible for direct oil flow to the VANOS actuator and can become restricted over time on high mileage engines. Especially if the code comes and goes. It's the only code showing. My timing chaing was changed recently. - Nick at Pelican Parts, I just changed the oil.. no check engine lught anymore.. maybe the dirty oil made it tough for the solenoid to get a reading, Dirty oil is bad for VANOS components. While driving the other day the car started bucking badly so I pulled over and the idle was pretty poor. its currently stalling, jerking at red lights, especially at cold starts in the morning. The number 3 seems a little lowder than is used to be.Slow start and rough idle other than that the car runs fine. Was very helpful thanks! Do you have any descriptions? I have a 2006 BMW 33oXI with the N52 motor, I have a check engine light code P0015 the light will come on and go out about 3 times per week. Is the check engine light on? No check engine or other warnings. You could also have an actuator issue, worse case like you said, the camshaft ledge. Am I wrong about that? On way home, my says she heard a flapping sound, SES came on, limp mode again. I am getting error code C1303 on car-ii-codes.com says "Right Front Axle Solenoid Valve Hold Open/Shortened? Thanks for any advice. But now that I've installed the new solenoid, I've noticed that my gas mileage has gone down the drain. the car is driving perfectly fine. I have yet to receive a parts list from BMW for the 2008 328i. Check the solenoids for debris, you may find some. so i concluded that starter is at fault? That is the weird part. From your blog I thought VANOS Solenoid problem happens only after long mileage. I took it into a shop who works with my warranty company. Check if an old O-ring is still in the engine. Ok! - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi! After it warms up,about 10 minutes of driving, it will not idle correctly and I hear a whining/whistling noise. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Nick, Jim here again, is there a drawing of the ccv system on my car beings that I have a external ccv system. Can a vacuum leak through a p0015 code? There was an error submitting the form. I've got 87k miles on the clock and sometimes the car will start straight away other times i need to let the fuel pump prime and then wait 4-5 seconds before starting. This vehicle prior was the "ultimate driving machine". - Casey at Pelican Parts. They can get it for you in single bottles I bet. If the system is not working properly, a fault code will be set. 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?. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi, may I ask you a question? I'll have someone look into it. Dear All My car would not start but cranked fine. Hi, I have a 2013 E92 M3 with 57k miles on. After reaching 2200 rpms the care run normal. I would suggest getting a second opinion. 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