00 00 006 Refer to KSD2 Performing vehicle test (with vehicle The dealership should be interested in fixing it because it means money for the tech and for the dealership,,,,that doesnt make any sense. 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. Or will my timing chain, etc. December 2013 Yes took off the valve cover 3 times so far. Thanks you! Maybe not as loud as before but still noisy. After several engine stop/start cycles there were still no faults. 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. my mechanic had replaced the both the vanos solonoids and cleared the faults. Its hard to say what the problem is without see the car and performing some test,,,but it doesnt sound good when the low oil pressure light came on,,,sound like something major happened internal inside the engine. Is there a way to test this? I saw a video where the chap replaced it without the locks and I thought it was an easy DIY. Labor Operation: Labor Allowance: Description: I bought 2012 X1 with 85,000km and after reading different posts makes me worried about the timing chain issue, I called the dealer they said there is no recall on this vehicle except driver side air bag! Also can sparkplugs have any influence to this situation? Now also Im sitting 3 months over then 7/70 mark! Turbo engines are more complex and require several . 131401 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Non-adjustable You could remove the valve cover and get a friend to hold tension on the chain while you change the tensioner, but its not exactly a quick job. It idles fine and sounds much better than before. 2. Emissions Warranty coverage that applies. Ill check my gas cap but I need to clear this code. This will likely be the first and last BMW I will ever own. How do you check the oil pressure? Dont they use the same spec N20 engine just with a slight bump in power for the 28i version? New chain and guides and so far no problems. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. In US the N20/N26 timing chain extended limited warranty is 7 years/70000 miles, so what is extended coverage available in your country? Hi, I own a 2012 BMW X1 that recently developed a timing chain problem. I dont know if failing VANOS system should give any data to computer and should show somekind bad data or shouldnt show anything. This is a common issue on the N20 engine. 1d2404 Map thermostat, activation, line disconnection The BMW N20 is a 4-cylinder, turbocharged engine produced from 2011-2017, and was BMW's replacement for the naturally aspirated 3.0L 6-cylinder N52/N53 engines. My mechanic said he had already replaced the Vanos sol valves and still getting the same codes. 2D61 VANOS, exhaust, control fault, position not reached No turnover on start at all. I have 2013 x3 with N20 that just finished replacing timing chains guides tensioners etc. E84 and E89 Stop and starting the car there is no difference. My car, BMW 320i 2014 with N20 Engine, with 33K Miles on the clock, is just broke down with a drive train error. 61 00 710 Refer to KSD2 Programming / encoding control unit(s) Hi Im planning to buy a second hand 2015 BMW X3 xDrive 28i (F25) and its about 65000 miles now. It goes from 0 8 kpa and back to 0 will cranking do you have any idea what that reading should be on the fuel rail. also by any chance would you know the torque specs for this bolts? This situation can occur as a customer complaint, or after performing Hi greatings from Norway i have also a Bmw 320i GT-xdrive with 97k-km i dont hear any winning on the chain.I dont find in your list f34 320i Gt from 07.2013 that means that is not afected or just is not on the list i called allso BMW-and they said that my car is not on the extendet waranty list.Im verry stresed with this timming chain issue every time when i go on the car i listen to the engine is like ridding a time bomb.I am paning to change the timming chain at 150k-km even if is not making the noise.And whi there so many 328i afected and 320i not does it matter if mine is a xdrive?does the chain is more under load fi the care is x-drive? Direksiyon kilidi/Kontak alteri BMW paralar 47738. Dont have any shame,,,,because I should be the one that has shame because I dont know how to post a video on my own blog,,,I can post a video when I submit a blog but I dont know how when someone is asking me question if that makes any sense. As many have said before, thank you for your very valuable insights and information. Hi I live in California and im planning to buy a used 2015 bmw x3 xDrive28i (F25) then I saw the this post. The BMW Certified Pre-Owned Limited Warranty applies to BMW CPO vehicles that are still The only odd result is that the desired angles of 0 and 0.6 had actual angles that were off by ~8 degrees. I did not receive this bulletin to my knowledge, maybe because I am the 2nd owner of the car as of February 2019(?). You should ask the dealer about it. Hey guys, I have a 2014 m235i and at work today I started my car and I got this code. But that is all. The starter and engine appear to make no attempt to start. BMW wont tell us why some models have problems and some dont,,,,it could be because of horsepower,,,,,you could replace tensioner if you want,,,,,it wouldnt hurt anything, Thanks for the reply i think its 220i and 320i uses the exact engine N20 my F22 2014 car now has 105000kms since its not in the list , in general what do u advice me to do shall i just keep my ears alerted to sounds or u advise me to take to service center and maintain the chain so i can save the engine ? I have changed timing chain on 2013 BMW 328i xdrive this is the codes Im getting 131501 120408 131908 . The engine was idling when it happened. Ok you have a couple of things going on here,,,,that fault code just ignore,,,that fault code is a bogus fault some kind of software bug,,,,,ok you start stop function not working I dont know without looking at the car,,,,now the car shutting off while driving sound like the fuel pump and the fuel pump relay EKPS module is going bad,,,,I would have those checked out next time. 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? I had to replace the valve lifters. Well, you could, but it's a slim chance you get the length of the rod exactly right. work, claim this work with the applicable defect code and labor operations listed in KSD2. Thanks for any input. Disregard my question. It is really a shame that BMW does not communicate on the subject, especially since here in Europe the problem is not repeated while in the United States it seems widespread. Im thinking the dealership is just not interested in fixing it. 2013 X3 N20 28i. It looks like the car is on this recall list. Here is a video of whats happening today. Maybe the function test is different with cold start faults present. This website is not affiliated with BMW AG in any way, and should not be confused with the websites of BMW AG, BMW M GmbH. I called the mechanic he said it was a fault related to the emissions. Also that didnt make a difference and fault is still on outlet side. 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 Whether the engine is cold or warm, the VANOS faults appear within 15 seconds of startup. BMW says I caused engine cease. Other Repairs Today I drove it 20 miles to several stores and it worked fine. When retrieving BMW check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. hi, Two questions: Should I be concerned about the timing chain/guides issue in her vehicle? This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B12 15 13 dated September 2013. The only fault was still the boost disable fault. Timing is performed by the timing chain. The short version of this story is that the car is working now. 130304 Intermittent VANOS (variable cam shaft timing) exhaust: control fault, camshaft stuck I took it to the dealership for a diagnostic test and check-up. When I go to accelerate now, the engine lags. unfortunately info on this N20 is almost none exist at best. By any chance do you know how long will the dealerships receive this extended warranty info after the case settles? code:131501 VANOS, intake, cold start: not controllable. If that helps you with anything! Thanks from Sweden,,,,I never noticed that,,,,I would think the f31 RW would also be affected,,,,nobody understands this list from BMW there are a lot of car that are not listed with the same engines,,,BMW never told us why only these vehicles are listed on the bulletin. N20 cylinder block is made of aluminum with two balance shafts and steel-plated cylinders. Up to that point the engine was smooth as silk!! I own a 2015 X1 with a manufacture date of April 2014. The VANOS cold start faults would reappear within 15 seconds of startup. F010-13-07-506 for the F10 Rather it is no cost extended warranty in Canada. SUBJECT DME. 131908 VANOS, intake, starting from cold: Position not reached Thank you, No still would be concern,,,,I dont know if they used a different timing chain guide before 6/2012. Cleared the code, and restarted the engine, within . The fuel pump tank pressure is good when i check but when i read the data for fuel rail its very low and drop right back to 0.. The I-level is newer than the I-level specified in SI B12 15 13. Could this be the timing chain? (with CAS) 2013 328i, check engine light is on, and the start stop feature does not work on my car. The process of deleting the faults and restarting the car was performed many times. possible to remove the snap ring and take out the VANOS spool valve and clean it? (not including CAS) Now getting error 131501. Thanks again. 61 21 528 Refer to KSD2 Charging battery This could be a fuel issue,,,but BMW is not saying anything about the problem. Car history: before selling the car last owner took it to BMW, changed oil and filters, rear tires and spark plugs. I have maintained it meticulously. Code 130104 Vanos intake control fault camshaft stuck Is the fact that my vehicle is not on your list reassuring? This time the desired angle was not a constant as in the previous tests. 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Looks all good. 131808 Intermittent Exhaust variable camshaft timing control (VANOS) cost start position not reached. Or do you think its just possible plastic bits of junk in the sump pump pick up? The VANOS solenoids were removed/reinstalled several times to check the timing and one time to test the solenoids electrically. BMW X3 and X4 Forums | F25 (2011 - 2017) | F26 (2014 - 2017), Second Generation BMW X3 (F25) General Forum, https://www.newtis.info/tisv2/a/en/fshaft/HtiBPV3K, https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2053485-8362.pdf. No car manufacturer is going to tell you the problems with their car,,,they are just worried about the sale of that car,,,,not what is wrong with that car. What is your opinion about the above? Required fields are marked *. I have done my timing chain after finish car starts up runs but would not idle until cel come on. Even if the engine is warm it still gives these same fault codes. Question,,,,,why did we replace the DME with a used one,,,that might be a problem,,,,a used DME can not be used because it is programmed and encoded to a different car,,,,what is wrong with your DME? BMW replaced the motor and shipped it to us in AZ from Virginia. WARRANTY INFORMATION What about the rest? Did you hear anything like this before? Four months later I got a drive train malfunction that turned on then went away after a day. Most auto repairs shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour. The VANOS solenoids were tested on the workbench using a 12 volt supply and they work. Everything works, radio, windows, Locks. To determine if any applicable Federal, State or BMW Emissions Warranty coverage applies prior 2013 BMW X1 E84 WITH N2O MOTOR 11400ML Thanks! Also, I keep getting this code P3195 Radiator coolant temperature signal stuck high, BMW fixed the radiator but this code keeps coming on and off, some days it stays on some days it doesnt stay on. Think I'll avoid this. Is there possible timing not to be correct on the intake vanos unit?! Also camshaft sensors also does not give any data to DME. And is the tension just spring our does it rely on oil pressure as well? . Neither the VANOS units nor the solenoids have been replaced. Tried new battery. Thank you for your time and expertise. troubleshooting with the applicable test plan for the fault(s) stored. is there a chance that he is wrong? Reprogram the vehicle ISTA/P 2.51.0 or higher. 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 . Today I changed Chain tensioner as preventative maintenance, but soon I start the car, I got Drivetrain Malfunction. The actual degree values for both varied by a few degrees and the actual angle shown is my average value. The BMW N20, introduced in 2011, was the first four-cylinder BMW engine to be sold in the North American market in over a decade. as suggested by dealer over phone or something else? Valvetronic Actuator Replacement Kit Includes actuator, actuator gasket and valve cover gaskets Brand: ES#: 4164466 Mfg#: 11377603979KT5 Qty: Availability: In Stock $243.84 Add to Cart Free Shipping on orders $59 and up Valvetronic Actuator Replacement Kit Includes actuator, actuator gasket and valve cover gaskets Brand: ES#: 4164462 Mfg#: Not sure if he meant evap leak. My daughters 2013 survived. But the list post on this forum shows E84 X1 xDrive28i with N20 is a recall! Clean both solenoids and reinstall. [ Copyright 2013 BMW of North America, Inc. ] Im wondering if I can just replace those bolts with new steel ones , my car is out of warranty and it has not develop any issues yet , but as precautionary measure I was wondering if this is possible? Yes you can check the oil pressure,,,also when the mechanic performed the timing chain repairs the oil pan was off and hopefully he checked the oil pump screen for and debris and cleaned it out. and any advice to eliminate galvanic corrosion since I think they bolt onto aluminum casing correct? U tell me, BMW my have a governor,,,but you still can over rev the engine,,,,it is a strange design that doesnt work,,,but I think BMW did this way so they can blame the customer for over reving the engine and not paying for a blown engine. Not a good sign, had the same thing happen on 2013 X3. But thats not what happened. 61 00 720 Refer to KSD2 Programming / encoding control unit(s) I am troubleshooting an issue with it already for weeks now and unfortunately I was not able to find the root cause yet. It also features dual VANOS, valvetronic, and direct injection. The original window sticker says my car was 65% made in Germany and 5% in Canada or something. 120308 charge air pressure 130E20 Jake 6,848 satisfied customers I replaced my timing chain and oil chain on my 2012 BMW carlosbosch satisfied customers Daniel Yesterday I did get all the fault codes cleared. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. I reside in Alberta as well. Bringing the BMW community together. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. But, it will need to be adjusted and tested properly using genuine BMW software. possible oil pump chain broken? I got a few drivetrain malfunctions last week: 131501 vanos, intake, cold start; not adjustable 120408 reduced power mode. Some people say it could be related to timing chain but when I check the timing chain with a cold engine by hand it does not move. or Engine also has forged crankshaft with 4 counterweights that is installed with shift. You only touched an accessories belt part. I hate to take it to the junk yard. I've tested the soleniods and they are both good. This documentation is not necessary when part of an approved Technical Service repair procedure; Reply Quote. What about the Timing Chain Sprocket, does it have to be in specific position before tighten Vanos central valve?! I manually crank engine over few time but after start it always goes retarded on exhaust cam shaft. 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. designates changes to this revision No one knows what this CDA904 code means. A forum community dedicated to BMW owners and enthusiasts. Risking my good fortune I had to run the VANOS function test again. labor operation. 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 Hello there. and as necessary There are no timing codes. Its a shame to have to scrap the car. The cam is at -18 degrees and not changing. I checked the timing chain, it looks fine. Do you know if the new Vanos assemblies comes with the upgraded bolts or do I still need to change out the 4 Vanos Gear bolts on a new assembly? Please advise, if this is something serious that could have damaged the engine. Cost for the strap $7.49. I can of course record my engine startup if thatll let you know the case). if I have used the tool how it is possible no to be on timing ?! F020-13-07-506 for the F3x Cleaned spark plugs and as the mileage was 65000 so I changed the timing chain with a TOOL also. Cloning means making full copy of ISN files from original DME and copy it over to use DME, So what happens if the ISN files are corrupted and you just copied it over to the other DMEare the pins damaged on the original DME ,,,or are the connection on the harness damage,,,,we just had a car last mouth where the harness was damaged for the fuel injector signals causing fuel to dump,,,the harness was damaged on the connector for the DME,,,you might have to perform OHM test on the harness to make sure the harness and connections are good. or ground from chassis to engine? The values changed. Together with my BMW dealership service history and my own service records there was no issues and the repair was completed within a few days. 1c0102 The first start up gave many more codes but I have cleared the fault codes several times and these two appear along with the consequence fault code of 120408 Charge pressure control off. Hi Andreas, This question has appeared in your blog before. Yesterday when i was driving the car normally on the hwy the drivetrain malfunction popped up and car went into a reduced power mode. The head mechanics at BMW Santa Monica have no idea either. With the VANOS solenoids removed, the spring loaded VANOS spool valve moved in and out easily. As the outgoing N52 and N53 were reliable engines, the BMW N20 had big shoes to fill, especially given its turbocharged design. My mechanic has replaced the timing chain and the broken guides along with all the other stuff that BMW recommends. Reduced power" warning, 745i 2002 - Engine Malfunction - reduced power, If this is your first visit, be sure to Im in california and Im planning to buy a used 2015 BMW X3 xDrive 28i (F25). Im wondering do I need to have the 7/70 warranty to get BMW covered on this timing chain issue? thanks, You might want to look at the timing chain on a N20,,,that can cause a lot of different problem, Your email address will not be published. i took it to a euro car guy that i know he flashed the transmission and that solved the problem, did you get it sorted I, having the same faults. Search button, and then enter the applicable flat rate labor operation in the FR code field. It currently has 165,000 km without any chain problems. Jul 8, 2020. What could be the problem? https://youtu.be/Frj0a82XfDo, He did not notice any whining- but do you hear whining in this second video? 131401 vanos exhaust cold start not controllable as side note I had everything marked and verified all marks lined up when put together . Coasting to a stop the engine suddenly died and would not restart. 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