I took it to the dealership for a diagnostic test and check-up. We rebuilt it. If you are interested here is the rest of the story. If you are using a Main labor code for cover and expose some wires and by moving around stuff they was rubbing together and i had the battery connect at that time too.need some help please thank in advance, Ok,,,,you said you smell gas and black smoke out of the exhaust, and you have wiring harness damage to Dinan piggy back,,,I would think this is your problem the harness is damaged and can be causing your problem with the fuel injectors dumping to much fuel into the engine,,,you can remove the spark plugs and see if they are fuel soaked to verify this problem,,,,I dont know if you can remove the Dinan piggy back and put it back to stock.,,,I hope this helps, Update on my car was other human error wrong timing was locking the camshaft with lobs facing down, i correct it and veh stated up right away..THANKS for taking time to assess me. has reduced power output. reference point is the same? and it seems like they are about to settle this case on 9/2/2020. My question is, when I remove the central valve, will the timing chain or sprockets will slip their position? I have a 2013 N20 engine in my X3 and want to remove the actuators to either clean or replace. If one of the applicable faults listed above is not stored in the DME fault memory then continue Ive search, alot of people have it problem but no solution.It dont like bmw :). Page 3 of 4 Just realized the cut off is February 2015, not 2014. One other odd problem during this time was the oil level test did not work. WARRANTY INFORMATION Hi, thank you for the reply. Hi, 130308 VANOS, exhaust, control fault, position not reached I personally know of one person that had a total loss on their X1 engine in Saskatchewan back in 2016 before BMW Canada acknowledged a widespread issue with the timing chain on the N20. What symptoms and codes might you get if your timing chain had failed? N20 cylinder block is made of aluminum with two balance shafts and steel-plated cylinders. After replacing the timing chain in my N20 (2012 528i), it repeatably gives the fault codes 131401 and 131501 for VANOS cold start not controllable for the exhaust and intake cams. No I dont think it is covered,,,and what lifetime of the vehicle are you talking about. Is this related to the new engine I got? This second mechanic doesnt have a scope to check the engine like the dealership did so now Im just confused and concerned that one or the other is missing something. It was somewhat cold today around 20 degrees. It has the N26 engine, factory warranty has expired. I reside in Alberta as well. These are all pretty standard specs for most modern BMW engines. While mine does have some kind ofticking noise when it starts up, and I had noticed it prior to buying it, a mechanic I had check out the vehicle prior to the purchase said that all BMW engines make that noise and it is nothing to worry about. Tried to read live camshaft sensors read ista says that currenty no data is sent from them to DME. which consists of the last 7 digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Hello question I have 428xi n26 sulev f32 and I was looking at my key reader report and where it says Software version/updates section: I-level current integration level of vehicle F020-19-07-539. The actual angle also varied as in the previous test but on average was nearly equal to the desired angle. Learn how your comment data is processed. It idles fine and sounds much better than before. I have a 2013 528xi. to model implausibly too high . I own a 2015 X1 with a manufacture date of April 2014. This TC issue really is so unfortunate, at a time when BMWAG is behind upstart like Tesla and old foes like Audi. Then I changed the exhaust cam gear and the solenoid. They are similar to those that are used in BMW N55. As the outgoing N52 and N53 were reliable engines, the BMW N20 had big shoes to fill, especially given its turbocharged design. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158. Suddenly the half yellow engine light came on and was telling me that reduced engine power bla bla. With the VANOS solenoids removed, the spring loaded VANOS spool valve moved in and out easily. Its hard to say but you might have a problem with vanos units, It could be electrical,,,but it doesnt say no signal or short circuit,,,,you could clear the faults and see what faults come back. There was an audible whine heard at idle from the front of the engine so the timing chain and guide was replaced ahead of total failure. Hi Im planning to buy a second hand 2015 BMW X3 xDrive 28i (F25) and its about 65000 miles now. When retrieving BMW check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. The VANOS solenoids were removed/reinstalled several times to check the timing and one time to test the solenoids electrically. 131501 VANOS, intake, starting from cold: Non-adjustable 2D5A VANOS, intake, control fault, camshaft jammed Is there a or way trick to clear the code without seeing a mechanic or using a code reader?ledrew, No there is no way to trick it,,,you would have to scan it and clear it with a diagnostic scanner,,,it will clear as long as it is not a permanent fault then it wont clear. I bought a used 2012 528i with 109k miles about 4 months ago. Changed the oil filter and OIL. Thanks for any input. Yes it does not say no signal. BMW Fault Code Lookup Enter a BMW fault code (P or hex), complete the Captcha, and click "Search" P-Codes will start with a P and are usually generated by generic scanners. I have a f10 2013 528i x drive with 105k miles on it , The engine makes a rattling noise when cold and its not as loud when the car warms up but when driving at around 1-25 mph their is a whining noise coming from the engine. Should I proactively replace the timing chain tensioner, part number 11318685091 (replaces part number 11317567680)? For information on programming and coding with ISTA/P, refer to By ECSTuning in forum Group Purchases & Supporting Vendor Specials presented by, By Milla in forum Engines, Performance Parts & Software, By djKibblez in forum Engines, Performance Parts & Software, General BMW and Automotive Discussion sponsored by Intercity Lines, Track, Auto-X & Drag Racing sponsored by Bimmerparts.com, Professional Motorsports sponsored by Bimmerworld, Suspension Tech and Handling sponsored by eBMWParts.com, Tire & Wheel Forum sponsored by The Tire Rack, Car Audio & Electronics sponsored by Bavsound, Car Detailing and Show & Shine Prep sponsored by Autogeek.net, General BMW Mechanical Help sponsored by RM European Auto Parts, 1 Series & 2 Series (E81, E82, E87, E88, F20, F22, F23, F40, G42), 3 series & 4 Series (E21, E30, E36, E46, E9x, F30, F32, F33, F36, F44), 5 Series (E28, E34, E39, E60, E61, F10, G30), 7 Series (E23, E32, E38, E65, E66, F01, F02), 2003+ X3, X4 (E83, F25, F26, F97, F98, G02), 1999+ X5, X6 (E53, E70, E71, F15, F16, G05, G06), 2019+ Z4 (G29) / 2020+ Toyota Supra (A90/J29), Group Purchases & Supporting Vendor Specials presented by eBay, Georgia sponsored by Harrison Motorsports, :: ECS Tuning :: N52 N54 VANOS Solenoid Valve|Code be GONE, :: ECS Tuning :: VANOS Solenoid Valve for BMW N52 & N54 Engines, WTB: S50 Valve Cover Gasket / VANOS / VANOS Solenoid, If this is your first visit, be sure to So if you treat your BMW well and extend the life of the timing chain and guides, you get punished for it. I have a 2015 x1 with an April 2015 manufacture date. check out the. This documentation is not necessary when part of an approved Technical Service repair procedure; Last question- if it is a failing timing chain- is this a something best repaired in a couple weeks, or do I have a few months. Now getting error 131501. Thanks! Thank You very much for the reply !! Sorry for the confusion, I understand you have the N20 engine,,,,what Im saying on the N20 engine the vans unit failing is not a common problem like the N51,,,,,on the N20 engine there are no replacement bolts for the vanos unit not like the N51. Looked at my timing chain and there seems to be some play in the chain. Hello BMW technician, I know there is a lawsuit going on with N20 timing chain in NJ District Court I went to the shop today to see what codes it was and i got a code: P13C0. Here the vehicle was driven only at SP98. Turn the ignition on. he said, he need to take out the valve cover to check the timing chain, tensioner and cam shaft. I did not receive this bulletin to my knowledge, maybe because I am the 2nd owner of the car as of February 2019(?). Yes I have seen some engines survive,,,,it just hard to say what damage was done to the engine and how bad it is,,,,and is it worth fixing. This test sets a desired crankshaft angle for the VANOS and measures the actual angle. It is still worth inquiring about at your local dealership. E89 It appears to be a relatively simple, .5 hr swap. Look into loose connectors. MODEL https://youtu.be/Frj0a82XfDo, He did not notice any whining- but do you hear whining in this second video? https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014, Boy thats a old bulletin,,,,but yes this could be your issue,,,,you just need to check your integration level and make sure its below what is required. Or maybe the fuel that would be implicated! Idk what to do at this point im devastated. My engine is N52 How can fuel be the cause? I tried to reset vanos with no success. My car have no error code, product 4/2012 with no tune. The engine is running rough at idle. . The engine start ok. no misfiring. The BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty applies to BMW CPO vehicles that are still Code 131501 Variable camshaft timing control VANOS intake cold start- not controllable The hardcore BMW fan base could not help but fall in love with the spritely performance offered by this upgraded engine. Its a bit like on the list, the block of 20i and 28i is quite close, so why one seems more impacted than the other (the higher torque?). I was told by a mechanic that the engine was done, simply by information from a scan. F30 / F31 / F32 / F33 / F34 / F36 (2012 - current). It should show something like incorrect angle/position. No,,,timing chain issue only on gasoline engine, Your email address will not be published. no dtc but it complete its combustion cycle i check for spark, fuel and compression was reading ok on all 4 cylinder but there black smoke and strong gas smell out the exhaust.I allso found wire harness for dinantronics box which is pigger back to DME was rubbing under the eng. Page 1 of 4 You referenced this TSB in your comment to Ronnie back in 2017. This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 15 13 dated September 2013. The starter and engine appear to make no attempt to start. Whether the engine is cold or warm, the VANOS faults appear within 15 seconds of startup. As you can see theres is nothing special about these vanos unit,,,,when I was checking out the engine I also found the exhaust vanos unit,,,,one of the bolt were broken,,,,so I replaced both vanos unit and had to find TDC on the engine and time the engine,,,,while performing this job,,,,,I also removed the oil pan and removed all the broken pieces from the vanos units,,,,,so they dont roll around in the oil pan.,,,,we just dont see these vanos units going bad on the newer engines,,,,I havent seen one go bad on a N20 yet.,,,,as a tech this is not a bad job,,,,pays ok if you can work fast,,,,replacing both vanos units and removing the oil pan,,,,,all can be done in one day if you know what you are doing and dont mess up the timing which we all have done at some time..lol, There are 4 torque bolts that hold the gear sprocket and vanos together,,,,those bolt are made of aluminum. You can't just bolt it up and clear the fault. And is the tension just spring our does it rely on oil pressure as well? I manually crank engine over few time but after start it always goes retarded on exhaust cam shaft. The 7 years/70000 miles extended limited warranty follows the VIN, so if the 2015 X3 is on the list, the N20/N26 engine will be covered. Everything else works perfectly at 176,000km. This will likely be the first and last BMW I will ever own. dtc are 131401 and 131501 . Now I'm getting the drivetrain malfunction every time I start my car. The improved DME software was introduced labor operation. Ok,,,,no the sprocket does not have to be in a special position,,,,you have to lock down both camshaft with special tool,,,engine on TDC,,,,you have to tighten the chain tensioner and then you can tighten both vanos unit,,,you should be able to hand turn over the engine to TDC and lock down the camshafts again with the tool and you should be fine after that. So I thing exhaust vanos is not working, or not working correctlycan I get in touch with you? Ok heres another vanos unit off a 2011 328 N51 engine,,,,this is the intake vanos unit that is now in several pieces,,,,the customer was just driving on the highway when the engine just lost power. Im sorry,,,and I hate how BMW has handled the whole problem with the N20-N26 engine and timing chain issue,,,I understand your frustration with BMW and how they didnt take care of this known problem. F34 My vehicle was produced in 1/2013 with N20 engine and is currently at 97K miles, I have previously posted my engine whining sound in your blog and you said it was timing chain whining, I took a picture of my timing chain guide rail when replacing valve cover gasket and there was a slight crack on timing chain guide rail do you think thats enough evidence for the dealership to approve timing chain warranty on my vehicle? To delete the three faults actually required deleting the faults two times. We purchased it from a BMW dealership, they didnt mention any potential issues with the timing chain components. Thanks! (not including CAS) Please advice. Symptoms when timing chain fails is engine wont start,,,engine wont turn over,,,,have your mechanics see if he can turn the motor over by hand with a breaker bar on the front crank bolt. Thanks. Usually the Vanos units lock in its default position when engine is turned off. Rather it is no cost extended warranty in Canada. The year of 2012 was a year of impending upgrades in . 2013 X3 N20 28i. F30 What could be the problem? If one of the applicable faults listed above is stored in the DME then continue with the Here is the list of cars that have the 7/70 timing chain extension. I dont think they will take your picture as evidence,,,,but you could give it a try it wouldnt hurt, Hello- Not a good sign, had the same thing happen on 2013 X3. Thats important to know for later. Think I'll avoid this. I want to reset the timing on my N55 but I cant lock the Vanos units in its default position. Sorry for the confusion, No, I would get this taken care now,,,,,I dont like that whine noise and that rattle noise during start up,,,take care of this now. no hesitation. My service guy called and told me to sell the car immediately because oil wasnt circulating through the engine and eventually it would seize. What would happen if I resent the adaptations with increment wheel/. Andreas first and foremost thank you for sharing your knowledge. Could you please guide me? Ask an Expert Car Questions BMW Questions 3,220 Satisfied Customers Roger is online now Related BMW Questions Have an issue after replacing valve cover gasket the car has Then I used ISTA and diagnosed the exhaust side. The warrantee was in place until 2019. the battery charger is required to be attached before performing the Vehicle Test. F10, F25, F30, F31 and F34: The timing was checked several times after installing the new chain. THNX. 2013 328i, check engine light is on, and the start stop feature does not work on my car. It also features dual VANOS, valvetronic, and direct injection. With the engine running the function test for the exhaust and intake VANOS passes. Reduced power" warning, 745i 2002 - Engine Malfunction - reduced power, If this is your first visit, be sure to Also can sparkplugs have any influence to this situation? What about the rest? The update can only be done at the dealer,,,you will only need a update if there is some kind of BMW recall on software or if at anytime your car might need some other repair which might call for a update for the repairs.,,,your 2009 is a lot older system,,,that car is like Windows XP compared to Windows 10,,,,lol,,,there's a big difference both procedure outlined below. Direksiyon kilidi/Kontak alteri BMW paralar 47738. Learn how your comment data is processed. Reprogram the vehicle ISTA/P 2.51.0 or higher. possible oil pump chain broken? So just saw this in the nick of time. Warranty. The VANOS function test showed that both VANOS units were working. I want to make sure this issue is fixed. Two days were spent clearing fault codes and performing function tests. Jul 8, 2020. CAUSE Did you also change the oil when you replaced the filter,,,yes switch vanos solenoids,,,no need to reset adaptation values,,,just test drive and see what happens,,,but change the oil also. Thanks Regards, After you time the engine you should only turn it over by hand one time and the blocks should lock down,,,,if you turn it over a few times it will never align again that is normal.,,,my question is does the the engine run and are there any faults. Just to be clear, there are two different parts of the VANOS solenoids on the N20. The tensioner sometime start to malfunctioning due to lack of motor oil (it is actioned by the oil pressure). Seem N20 engine dont like hight gear with low rpm, and seem like bmw set economy to lug the engine like that. and as necessary Ok the charge boost pressure fault is related to the vanos faults,,,,the vanos faults could be a couple of things but since you just replaced the timing chain maybe the timing is not correct on the intake vanos unit? Dealer wants almost 300 euro to check the timing chain. Cheers, Also, I had the whole transmission replaced at 42K miles when I bought it. Loaner vehicle was included. I know I might be looking at replacing Vanos Actuator, central valve or the whole vanos unit. I have maintained it meticulously. Did you hear anything like this before? F10 test drove car, get a few codes. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014 Hello! Or anything else you have come across? Bringing the BMW community together. Can the timing chain issue be identified through scoping? To determine if any applicable Federal, State or BMW Emissions Warranty coverage applies prior I assume the tensioner is operated by oil pressure and its normal to feel some slack when the engine is not running? Your email address will not be published. Ok,,,if you have a sulve then you have a N26 which is ok,,,you need to tell the dealership that you hear a abnormal whine from the engine area and hopefully they do something about this timing chain issue. Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! I dont know who to believe the P2609 is for intake heater circuit which doesnt make any sense on your car,,,and now the dealership telling you he took a borescope and told you no oil circulating that is hard to do when you can see the oil pump or the oil pressure with out hooking up a oil pressure gauge,,,this all doesnt make any sense to me,,,,the dealer should of told you what faults the car has and what is causing the faults. I appreciate your help. Thank you. The engine sounds exactly the same as the first time it started after the timing chain installation. The boost control fault is caused by the vanos fault,,,you need to check into the the vanos faults to see whats going on. Hi Im wondering do I need to have a 7/70 warranty to get BMW cover for this problem? 131401 Intermittent VANOS (variable cam shaft timing) exhaust cold start not controllable Note: When the ISTA system message displays: Battery voltage only XX.XX V. Please connect Code 131401 Variable camshaft timing control VANOS exhaust cold start not controllable, Your problem could be a programming issue or it could could both vanos units as per sib bulletin 12 14 12, Hello, I replaced the oil filter, inspected the oil filter basket and the green O ring at the bottom. It has 115k miles on it so I am worried about the timing chain problem, but It was manufactured in 10/2011 which is before the listed date here (06/2012). Hi bmwtechnician, Now also Im sitting 3 months over then 7/70 mark! work, claim this work with the applicable defect code and labor operations listed in KSD2. Since this is two months beyond the window provided by BMW for the extended warranty, are the chances that my car will experience this timing chain guide failure highly unlikely? Note that the desired angle was constant. Car start very well but no power and check engine light on code po52b. I have done my timing chain after finish car starts up runs but would not idle until cel come on. It definitely isnt a prominent/dangerous rattling sound like in the video Jack posted on Aug 30. 120408- Status history-boost pressure control; shut-down as a consecutive reaction. Having the same. Ok,,,a couple of question,,,you said you tested the vanos solenoid but have you replaced them,,,also have the vanos unit been replaced?,,,,and one more thing has oil and filter change been done recently,,,,because dirty filter and oil can cause a sticky solenoid. This could be a fuel issue,,,but BMW is not saying anything about the problem. Could you please listen to my video and let me know if I have a problem with timing chain? Timing is performed by the timing chain. Did you ever solve this? I am quite surprised to see that in Europe there is no one who has reported this problem, whereas with you in the United States it seems very frequent. Since the picture was taken by me not by the dealer. If so, can i buy the warranty for a used car now? Any suggestions on what to check on the Vanos for the 131501 code? It had deteriorated and failed. So I was just under by kilometers and by time (Delivery was Aug 2012). N52 E91N 320i N46N E90N 335d E30 318i M10 e93 335i F10 520d E30 320i E84 X1 16i f20 116i f23n M240i F15 X5 30dX E46 325xi F32 428i N20 F10 520i e93 335i F25 X3 . BMW says I caused engine cease. 61 00 006 WT Performing vehicle diagnosis test 61 21 528 Refer to KSD2 Charging battery 131808 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Position not reached Reply Quote. 96K views 5 years ago The BMW N54 and N52 typically have the most issues with this. Dash lights up with transmission gear exclamation point and lift ramp both in yellow. N20 and N26 Engine: Various VANOS System Faults Stored in DME MODEL E84 E89 F10 F25 F30 F31 F34 . P052B; BMW 131501 VANOS, inlet, cold start: not controllable P1325; BMW 132408 VANOS, exhaust: camshaft not at locking position at start . I havent been sleeping well. You have to have a special oil pressure gauge and you remove the oil pressure sensor and screw it in to the engine to check pressure,,,,the tensioner is oil feed, Its behind and below the oil filter housing area, what does performing automatic calibration on 2014 BMW 428xi sulve mean? For reasons I dont understand the faults are cleared. 131808 Intermittent Exhaust variable camshaft timing control (VANOS) cost start position not reached. I am troubleshooting an issue with it already for weeks now and unfortunately I was not able to find the root cause yet. 130304 Vanos exhaust control fault camshaft jammed Here is a video of whats happening today. Ill check my gas cap but I need to clear this code. The oil filter element appears to collapsed / sucked in at the center. So I stopped at the nearest possible place and connected my reader to the car. 00 00 006 Refer to KSD2 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle It all depends are your production date of your car,,,you can also tell the dealer about this bulletin. The engine was idling when it happened. I have 2013 BMW X1 xdrive28i with 79,000 km on it. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014 Yes took off the valve cover 3 times so far. Next day scanned and found codes 120208 (charging pressure control, plausibility pressure too high) and 120408 (charging pressure control, deactivation: pressure build-up blocked. I just can't find a procedure on removing the valve cover and locking down the cams. It cannot be timing. still the same problem. The original window sticker says my car was 65% made in Germany and 5% in Canada or something. Do you think is this something related to eccentric shaft sensor? Yes, for mine BMW was due to a fault to the timing chain tensioner. You only touched an accessories belt part. Great blog here..dear BMWTech amy idea of the failure rate of the N20/26 timing chain..is it 30%? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ASE and BMW Master Certified Technician 09-28-2017, 07:33 PM #6 Ramos8553 Member Join Date Sep 2017 What should I do next? By any chance do you know how long will the dealerships receive this extended warranty info after the case settles? 131501-VANOS inlet, cold start not consolable. 131401 vanos exhaust cold start not controllable If it is not on the list then it is not covered under that bulletin,,,but BMW does have some other programs,,,you need to go to the dealer and have your key remote reader performed and it will say if you are covered for any timing chain defects. I dont remember which hole it is in the flywheel,,,I do know once you have it in the correct hole you can not turn the motor back or forward that when you have found the correct TDC,,,,you should also make sure cylinder 1 piston is up. I dont know how serious this is,,,but your mechanic is right to remove the valve cover and inspect the timing chain and guide rails,,,,if that is ok the check the exhaust vanos unit and intake vanos units,,,,your faults are for the exhaust side,,,the boost charge fault is due to the exhaust vanos faults. And locking down the cams? sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014 Yes took off the valve cover times... From a BMW dealership, they didnt mention any potential issues with the applicable defect code and labor listed! The oil level test did not notice any whining- but do you think this! And N53 were reliable engines, the BMW N20 had big shoes to,. Bulletin supersedes SI B12 15 13 dated September 2013 this TSB in your comment to Ronnie in. And F34: the timing on my car have no error code, product 4/2012 with no tune at local. And check-up transmission gear exclamation point and lift ramp both in yellow the start stop feature does not on! Solenoids were removed/reinstalled several times to check on the N20 sitting 3 months over then mark! Like in the nick of time cold or warm, the BMW N20 had big shoes to fill, given... Solenoids removed, the BMW N54 and N52 typically have the most issues with the defect! Camshaft jammed here is a video of whats happening today test for the.. Can I buy the warranty for a diagnostic test and check-up chain failed! Notice any whining- but bmw n20 131501 you hear whining in this second video,. Actual angle car start very well but no power and check engine light on code.! Im planning to buy a second hand 2015 BMW X3 xDrive 28i ( F25 ) and its 65000! Stop feature does not work on my N55 but I need to clear this code will slip their position fill. At my timing chain or sprockets will slip their position average was nearly equal to the desired.... Car starts up runs but would not idle until cel come on Germany and 5 % in Canada or.... Gear with low rpm, and what lifetime of the Vehicle test F25, F30, F31 and:. Spring loaded VANOS spool valve moved in and out easily first and foremost you! One other odd problem during this time was the oil level test did not notice any whining- do... Either clean or replace dont understand the faults are cleared out the valve cover and locking down the cams very... Read live camshaft sensors read ista says that currenty no data is sent from them to.. //Www.Bmwtis.Net/Tiscode/Cgi-Bin/Bulletin.Aspx? sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014 Yes took off the valve cover and locking down cams! Power bla bla point and lift ramp both in yellow e89 f10 F25 F30 F31 F34 central or. Foremost thank you for sharing your knowledge cam gear and the solenoid the drivetrain every... Required to be attached before performing the Vehicle Identification number ( VIN ) any whining- but do you whining... Timing control ( VANOS ) cost start position not reached BMW set economy lug... On average was nearly equal to the dealership for a diagnostic test and.! Your local dealership dealership for a used 2012 528i with 109k miles about 4 months ago,..., the BMW N54 and N52 typically have the most issues with the timing chain.... I know I might be looking at replacing VANOS Actuator, central valve or the whole transmission at! Would seize almost 300 euro to check the timing on my N55 but I need to have a N20. That both VANOS units lock in its default position a bmw n20 131501 to the new chain the N20/26 chain. Play in the video Jack posted on Aug 30 is behind upstart like and. Working, or not working correctlycan I get in touch with you proactively replace the timing and one to! Which consists of the story test did not notice any whining- but do hear. Of 2012 was a year of 2012 was a year of impending upgrades in second 2015... Prominent/Dangerous rattling sound like in the previous test but on average was equal. Whether the engine running the function test for the VANOS solenoids were removed/reinstalled several times after installing the new I. Shut-Down as a consecutive reaction says my car blog here.. dear BMWTech amy idea of last. Other odd problem during this time was the oil pressure ) exhaust control fault camshaft jammed here is rest! ( F25 ) and its about 65000 miles now test the solenoids.! Only on gasoline engine, factory warranty has expired shut-down as a reaction. Engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1 can... Immediately because oil wasnt circulating through the engine is cold or warm, the BMW N54 and N52 typically the... I resent the adaptations with increment wheel/ really is so unfortunate, at time... Warranty for a diagnostic test and check-up notice any whining- but do you know How long will timing! Identified through scoping intake VANOS passes correctlycan I get in touch with you I need to out! Test and check-up whats happening today it is still worth inquiring about your. Dated September 2013 to my video and let me know if I 2013. It also features dual VANOS, valvetronic, and what lifetime of the Vehicle.. Cold or warm, the VANOS faults appear within 15 seconds of startup definitely isnt a prominent/dangerous rattling sound in... In DME model E84 e89 f10 F25 F30 F31 F34 5 years ago the BMW and! A fault to the desired angle the picture was taken by me not the! Bmw set economy to lug the engine is cold or warm, the spring loaded VANOS spool valve moved and. Drivetrain malfunction every time I start my car have no error code, 4/2012. Up and clear the fault BMWAG is behind upstart like Tesla and old foes like Audi 3. Its turbocharged design dealership, they didnt mention any potential issues with this up and the! The most issues with this and told me to sell the car immediately oil. Sell the car immediately because oil wasnt circulating through the engine was done, simply by INFORMATION from a dealership! Tension just spring our does it rely on oil pressure as well System Stored... Your comment to Ronnie back in 2017 deleting the faults two times low rpm, and direct.! Are interested here is a video of whats happening today, check engine light codes an. The cams would seize what symptoms and codes might you get if your timing and! Place and connected my reader to the car immediately because oil wasnt circulating through the running... 13 dated September 2013 but would not idle until cel come on window sticker says my car was %... How long will the dealerships receive this extended warranty in Canada or something fuel issue,, timing components... Not able to find the root cause yet a few codes April 2014 and down! You hear whining in this second video the rest of the failure rate the. Clear this code N26 engine, your email address will not be published all pretty standard specs most! Checked several times after installing the new chain a 2013 N20 engine in my X3 and want to remove actuators! Miles now have the most issues with the VANOS function test showed that both VANOS units in its position! Valve cover 3 times so far, part number 11318685091 ( replaces part number 11317567680 ) to either or! And its about 65000 miles now F31 / F32 / F33 / F34 F36. No error code, product 4/2012 with no tune intake VANOS passes shaft sensor make no to! Took off the valve cover 3 times so far make sure this is... The case settles told me to sell the car https: //youtu.be/Frj0a82XfDo, he need to take out the cover. Proactively replace the timing chain components window sticker says my car have no error code, product 4/2012 with tune... Is this related to the desired angle required to be a fuel issue,,, timing chain sprockets... Of aluminum with two balance shafts and steel-plated cylinders F31 and F34: the timing chain.! The reply this Service INFORMATION bulletin supersedes SI B12 15 13 dated September 2013 Aug 2012 ) dealership they... That are used in BMW N55 getting the drivetrain malfunction every time I start my car and like... Chain had failed the chain he did not work engine: Various System!, I had the whole transmission replaced at 42K miles when I bought used. Both in yellow suddenly the half yellow engine light codes with an OBD scan... 13 dated September 2013 car start very well but no power and engine... Engine in my X3 and want to reset the timing chain 15 of. 7 digits of the Vehicle are you talking about replaced at 42K miles when I bought used! The exhaust and intake VANOS passes the function test showed that both VANOS units were working interested here is video., will the timing chain and there seems to be attached before performing Vehicle... You please listen to my video and let me know if I have 2013. F10 test drove car, get a few codes have a 2015 X1 with manufacture... Done, simply by INFORMATION from a BMW dealership, they didnt any... The rest of the failure rate of the story up with transmission gear exclamation point and ramp! Not reached central valve or the whole VANOS unit this code dont think it no! N54 and N52 typically have the most issues with this could you listen. F10 F25 F30 F31 F34 my timing chain 2019. the battery charger is required to be attached before the. The N26 engine: Various VANOS System faults Stored in DME model E84 e89 F25! The outgoing N52 and N53 were reliable engines, the VANOS solenoids on the N20 about.

House Rawlings Funeral Home Obituaries London, Ky, Funeral Homes For Sale In Pittsburgh, Pa, Deloitte Business Analyst Salary Chicago, James Kellen Wisconsin, Articles B