Hello! The car has 103,000 miles. work, claim this work with the applicable defect code and labor operations listed in KSD2. Or will my timing chain, etc. Not sure if he meant evap leak. New battery installed. They are similar to those that are used in BMW N55. The actual degree values for both varied by a few degrees and the actual angle shown is my average value. 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Unfortunately for me, I was not informed about an extended free warrantee on the chain and guides, BMW kept it quiet. 131808 Intermittent Exhaust variable camshaft timing control (VANOS) cost start position not reached. The improved DME software was introduced Maybe a stupid question but I noticed the f31 328i xdrive is mentioned on the form but not the rw ? Im more concerned with the multiple vanos codes which happened after the fact. No turnover on start at all. and 130104 VANOS, intake, control fault, camshaft jammed 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. Previous posts of timing chain upgrade explains my experience. Thanks! 120408: Boost pressure control, cut off pressure rise blocked. ISTA says these errors: When the VANOS solenoids were removed for testing I checked the marks I made on the VANOS impulse wheels and on the harmonic balancer and they looked perfect. Did you hear anything like this before? N20 cylinder block is made of aluminum with two balance shafts and steel-plated cylinders. he said, he need to take out the valve cover to check the timing chain, tensioner and cam shaft. Only in eco or comfort mode when I drive carefully or just keeping a normal speed at low rpm. troubleshooting with the applicable test plan for the fault(s) stored. He believes that its not enough oil pressure in the tensioner therefore is not tight as it should be. It is a total mystery (to me) as to why it works now. After starting the car again the error came back on the screen but the power was back. Location: Chicago. If you are using a Main labor code for C. The values changed. module. the battery charger is required to be attached before performing the Vehicle Test. for this problem there is a software update available. Coasting to a stop the engine suddenly died and would not restart. 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. Page 4 of 4 due to a low oil pressure and chain noise.now iam having inlet and outlet vanos dtc . The timing chain & guides are bathed in engine oil, not fuel. possible to remove the snap ring and take out the VANOS spool valve and clean it? no hesitation. One or more of the following faults is stored in the 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,,,theres a big difference both cars and software,,,also your 2009 mow doesnt make any new updates for that car because of age. hello i have a 2013 bmw x3 from a family friend with n20 Owned Program. I assume it will need to be replaced just because its higher in milage but do you think BMW would warranty it out knowing that theyve said it was lifetime of the vehicle? Any thoughts!!! Looked at my timing chain and there seems to be some play in the chain. What me be causing this? I dont know if failing VANOS system should give any data to computer and should show somekind bad data or shouldnt show anything. Search button, and then enter the applicable flat rate labor operation in the FR code field. Or turbo charger, Do you guys fix the issue ?! Is the fact that my vehicle is not on your list reassuring? 2D56 VANOS, exhaust, starting from cold: Position not reached My rule if its not broken dont fix it,,,,dont take the solenoids apart ok,,,,the turbo boost fault was related to the vanos faults. Code 131501 returned. It cannot be timing. Also can sparkplugs have any influence to this situation? Even if the engine is warm it still gives these same fault codes. Picture of my timing chain guide rail cracking: https://imgur.com/4P3ATsK. Thank you. Changed the oil filter and OIL. Car start very well but no power and check engine light on code po52b. My question is, when I remove the central valve, will the timing chain or sprockets will slip their position? 61 21 528 Refer to KSD2 Charging battery bimmerfest.com is not in any way affiliated with Bayerische Motoren Werke AG. My engine is N52 I have ISTA-D and scared the following codes. diagnosis system checking faults) Thanks for this. This turbocharged 2.0L inline-four was considered a replacement to the BMW N52 a naturally-aspirated, inline-six engine. Cleaned spark plugs and as the mileage was 65000 so I changed the timing chain with a TOOL also. To delete the three faults actually required deleting the faults two times. Like how does this whole update thing work why didnt I have this update system on my 2009 328xi. 131501 vanos inlet cold start not controllable and 120408 boost pressure control cut off pressure rise blocked 2011 x3. if you can direct me in the right path I will really appreciated . Reset codes and adaptations without increment wheel. I would love to listen to your video,,,please send it. You could replace the tensioner if you like,,,you should be ok since your car was probably built in 2015.,,,,you could ask your local dealership on what they think about your car and the timing chain issue. I hate to take it to the junk yard. Can the N20 Vanos valve be replaced through the actuator hole without removing the valve cover and locking the cams? For information on programming and coding with ISTA/P, refer to 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. The Bank 1 on the definition refers to the side of the engine that has the cylinder #1. Just to be clear, there are two different parts of the VANOS solenoids on the N20. 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? Hi, So your car software level is July of 2019,,,,this is when it was last updated,,,so your car has fairly new software. I have a N20 Engine/ 328i April 2013 / F30, the dash states drivetrain malfunction and the check engine light went on. You think BMWNA would cover timing chain here if brought in for inspection? The oil was black though. I want to make sure this issue is fixed. Also camshaft sensors also does not give any data to DME. The engine is running rough at idle. 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. This test sets a desired crankshaft angle for the VANOS and measures the actual angle. Yes took off the valve cover 3 times so far. also it has a start stall initially. Today I drove it 20 miles to several stores and it worked fine. Good day. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014 It definitely isnt a prominent/dangerous rattling sound like in the video Jack posted on Aug 30. I just purchased a 2016 228i xDrive Cabriolet (manufactured in Germany) with 46k kilometers for my wife. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. When retrieving BMW check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. There were no faults. or Turbo engines are more complex and require several . Thank you again. When engine starts cam shaft on exhaust goes all the way to the end. THNX. 130304 Vanos exhaust control fault camshaft jammed 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. Id rather not pay more money. 131908-VANOS inlet: cold start, Position not reached. I have done my timing chain after finish car starts up runs but would not idle until cel come on. Or do you think its just possible plastic bits of junk in the sump pump pick up? 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. 2013 X3 N20 28i. The N20 is a 2.0L inline-4 single turbo engine that replaced the naturally aspirated 3.0L N52/N53. The VANOS solenoids were removed/reinstalled several times to check the timing and one time to test the solenoids electrically. Hi, thank you for the reply. You only touched an accessories belt part. https://www.bmwtis.net/tiscode/cgi-bin/bulletin.aspx?sie_path=/tsb/bulletins/htm_store/158 1/6/2014 Hi,,,yes your car is not on the list but that doesnt mean that it still has this problem,,,and since your car is 4 wheel drive the chain is not being used more it is the same on both 4 wheel drive and rear wheel drive,,,,now if you want to keep the vehicle it is a good idea to replace the timing chain and rails and oil pump chain for safety reasons. I assume the tensioner is operated by oil pressure and its normal to feel some slack when the engine is not running? It appears to be a relatively simple, .5 hr swap. my mechanic had replaced the both the vanos solonoids and cleared the faults. Its a shame to have to scrap the car. Hi there I have a 2013 BMW f30 320 d EFF engine N47 T EUR model N47D20O1 production date 25/03/2013 ,does this engine have timing chain problems 175.000 Kilometers. Thanks, The charge pressure fault is probably due to the the vanos fault,,,,it looks like you replaced all the general stuff already and you are sure the timing is correct,,,,,you said the engine had low water damage what does that mean,,,is it possible the exhaust camshaft is binding,,,,you might want to check the exhaust camshaft journal caps. The car is as we speak back to the dealer for further diagnose and they have seen a slight difference in the crankshaft position or something like that.. one of the shafts was not in the correct angle. Would you suspect this is more related to the software reprogram or is the timing off? another repair, use the Plus code labor operation 00 00 556 instead. Four months later I got a drive train malfunction that turned on then went away after a day. 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. The boost disable was cleared by itself. Just replaced timing chain and oil pump module on n20 13 528i xdrive. JavaScript is disabled. Page 1 of 4 be claimed with separate labor operations under the defect code listed above; refer to KSD2. The oil and filter were changed along with the timing chain. 96K views 5 years ago The BMW N54 and N52 typically have the most issues with this. Then I used ISTA and diagnosed the exhaust side. It idles fine and sounds much better than before. 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. I bought a used 2012 528i with 109k miles about 4 months ago. 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. Hopefully it will prove to be a non issue. Is it possible to remove the snap ring and take out the VANOS spool valve, spring and check ball for cleaning with the VANOS unit in the engine? Since the picture was taken by me not by the dealer. I've done exactly the same thing and caused this issue by replacing the timing chain tensioner. I just can't find a procedure on removing the valve cover and locking down the cams. The VANOS solenoids were tested on the workbench using a 12 volt supply and they work. Hello again, hope you having great day!! Thanks again. Its hard to say without performing some test with a diagnostic equipment. Im thinking the dealership is just not interested in fixing it. 3: 130304 VANOS (Variable camshaft timing) exhaust: control fault, camshaft stuck Reduced power" warning, 745i 2002 - Engine Malfunction - reduced power, If this is your first visit, be sure to 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. The old oil filter was stuck onto the basket. To my shame, I am not sure how to post video in your blog. With the engine running the function test for the exhaust and intake VANOS passes. labor operation. No one knows what this CDA904 code means. and cam shaft are not in alignment any more. check got vanos dtc come to relies i switch the cam gears when i install them so i correct it after veh cranks but no start check timming over like 3 time it good. Thank you, No still would be concern,,,,I dont know if they used a different timing chain guide before 6/2012. Then I changed the exhaust cam gear and the solenoid. Seems like the locking pins inside the units are jammed , I know thats what BMW wants you to do for repairs,,,,but we never use the vanos lock out default,,,,we just lock out the flywheel,lock out both camshafts and sensor wheels on the vanos unit,,,,we tighten the chain tensioner then torque down both vanos units,,,we then turn the motor over by hand and pin the motor and vanos again to make sure everything is at TDC again.,,,I hope this helps. The car has lost complete power and now I the drive train malfunction light on, engine light on, low oil pressure light on. Turn the ignition on. If governor works properly engine cant 9600 rpm. Page 2 of 4 CDA904 No message Status of trailer, 0X2e4 DME receiver AHM transmitter. The production date of the car was 2015-11-17. which consists of the last 7 digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). 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. I did not receive this bulletin to my knowledge, maybe because I am the 2nd owner of the car as of February 2019(?). or can I slowly unscrew the center valve and insert a new one? And yes the crank wouldnt rotate after being inserted. When I read the code through ISTA, these codes are. Content on bimmerfest.com is generated by its users. 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 If one of the applicable faults listed above is stored in the DME then continue with the Hi Hi, I have little complicated problem with F30 N20B20 2012 engine.. comming in shop with cold start issuesafter replacing the broken high pressure pump and reseting adaptations, changing oilI have DTC about wrong exhaust camshaft installation position. But, it will need to be adjusted and tested properly using genuine BMW software. Opened oil pan and checked pick up screen. F10, F25, F30, F31 and F34 What codes would come up when the timing chain fails? Ive been told by dealership that timing chain is tight and has passed their test. 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 I remove the spark plugs all 4 complete soaked and i also remove the Dinan piggy back complete and connect harness direct to DME I also replace the DME with use one [CLONE] still no start but i notice when i crack one of the injector line the fuel pressure is very low which normal be busting out the lines, fuel pump shaft is not broken and no DTC. This is due to a diagnostic programming error in the DME. The documentation claimed that it would take one minute for the VANOS cold start faults to appear. Apr 14, 2022 BMW F30 328i 2013 N20 engine "Drivetrain malfunction etc" comes on occasionally. 01-18-2020, 01:07 PM #2 mandd Autobahn East Join Date 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! I cannot seize why the 320i has the issue however 220i should be similar engine N20 and not listed is it because of different KWH or what ? 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. One customer describe his 2013 BMW F18 525Li with 61000km mileage got trouble.The car engine warning light on and central display "Transmission malfunction".But it can start engine and accelerate normally.More repair cases about BMW,please check here:BMW Trouble Repair Use BMW ISID to diagnose,got trouble code as below: Fault Code: 135401 Fault Explanation: Valvetronic: overloaded It currently has 165,000 km without any chain problems. Looking forward to the return of your blog. 120408 Intermittent Charging pressure control: switch-off as consequence I couldnt tell based on reading the comments and such, should I call up my BMW dealer ASAP to get this fixed? not have the latest software. Here is a video of whats happening today. Stop and starting the car there is no difference. But the list post on this forum shows E84 X1 xDrive28i with N20 is a recall! 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. Did this on the intake side. Also how does a dealerships diagnose if a vehicle is eligible for extended timing chain warranty? The I-level is newer than the I-level specified in SI B12 15 13. programming and it fails to program correctly or requires initialization, this additional work must if I have used the tool how it is possible no to be on timing ?! has reduced power output. I used my scope when inserting the crank pin holder and i assumed the hole in the flywheel closest to cams at tdc was the locking point, Is this correct? 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? Hi, I have N20 with rough idle. repairs to the engine valve train assembly. 176000km is only 110000 miles, that is a shame that such a nice compact power house(N20/N26 that is) can go bust in such young age, BMW really should step up and recall all the affected N20/N26 with defective parts. If so, can I buy the warranty for the used car now? 2013 BMW X1 E84 WITH N2O MOTOR 11400ML Thanks! But one of the passages might have had some trash in it. I am also concerned , like every other n20 owner, that it will grenade eventually. I appreciate any input. SHAME ON BMW!!!!! It possible a software issue,,,we have seen that before. Hi bmw technician. Hello BMW technician, I know there is a lawsuit going on with N20 timing chain in NJ District Court What are related problems? Labor: 1.0. The engine was idling when it happened. 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