I have a 2006 330XI E90?. - Nick at Pelican Parts. The oil light came on red and in less than 1 min, the engine started making a knocking sound. Thanks, Auxiliary coolant pump. I already change a lot of staff like vanos solenoid, camshaft position sensor valve cover, etch and still have the problem. Just before the error occurs the car has slower pickup between 1500 and 2200 rpms. Could dropping one cause it to fail? Thx, Nick, Crankcase pressure is checked t the oil cap. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I would start by checking the DME for fault codes. https://wiki.bentleypublishers.com/display/tech/Check+Control+Message+Definitions+BMW+3-Series+E90+E91+E92+E93 - Nick at Pelican Parts. Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. Especially with a drop in engine vacuum. - Nick at Pelican Parts. After this it started dropping code 2A9A and stalling out at a low idle. History of Science, Medicine, and Technology, 2023 The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. The vehicle stall did not happen and at idle time the taco is rock steady. so far As mentioned earlier. I have a small code reader which showed codes 2A99, 2D5F, 29D0. I also swapped them when re-installing. Can faulty VANOS solenoids cause a no start? Problem is intermittent. If I try to start it for ten minutes and then come back a half hour it will usually start with one or two pushes of the start button. Hello, please if somebody can help me with my problem, im stuck!!!! You will need a puller or pulley extractor. No SES light but I still get a 2A7A/not present DME variable camshaft timing control, exhaust, cold start and 2A7C/not present DME vanos inlet, cold start codes. Other Local, State, & Federal Elected Officials, REQUEST A FIRE INSPECTION (FOR CONSTRUCTION). I would check the DME for fault codes, there may be a code stored for the water pump. ANOTHER THING THE CAR IS PUSHING OIL TROUGHT OIL CAP AND TAPPED COVER GASGET. Sorry, forgot to mention. would it be the exhaust crankcase? No , no lights , just the code stored i erase it and came again , may i buy new vanos sensors? The car runs poorly. Please advise as we suspect the oil pump but can it fail suddenly? The follow up will help our fellow BMW drivers, and we appreciate it. From reviews, mods, accessories, reliability concerns and more, this Mini Owners Club is full of info! After a restart, it runs okay. Like 2A98, 2A82, etc. i found out that when it goes 500rpm i push little gas so the rpm go up and it wont stall on me . Both? I have 2 vanos solenoids I just ordered sitting on my table. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Think the code is FGSTNR 01 although I could have gotten that wrongNew buyer. Fuel trim at idling & cruising is STFT 4% and LTFT 18% with bad fuel consumption. I have seen this on 6-cylinder models. Thank you for quick reply. Or check for vacuum leak or something else? Since car has nearly 90K miles I decided to simply replace both camshaft sensors and both vanos solenoids. - I unplugged the exhaust solenoid intake plugged and drove for 300meters. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I can't offer any helpful insight without knowing what is missing from the system when you are trying to start it. I feel I've thrown this exact code before in March. We might be looking at multiple problems here. Hello, friends! - Nick at Pelican Parts. Its doing the same thing. INPA shows that the Vanos does not move past 98 when value is 128. Sounds like a possible engine timing issue. Is the check engine light on or flashing when the problem is present? Are you thinking that this rattle is coming from inside the engine? Could all these symptoms refer to faulty VANOS solenoids or seals? Sounds like it is having trouble controlling the idle. A forum community dedicated to BMW owners and enthusiasts. Also I would like to share that I was not having any issue before the engine top overhaul. Or potentially the crank hub spun? It starts throwing an exhaust VANOS & turbo defeated code. The best way to start is to check the DME for fault codes. Hi I replaced the vanos seals as they where leaking. Hi Casey ! - Nick at Pelican Parts. It runs like there is a hole in the muffler, idles rough and I have no speed or real pick up. These extraordinary and diverse materials are centered on 14 intersecting collection strengths. Can anyone help explain or is this guy trying to get over on me? If you need to, use warm soapy water. Questions: are the vanos solenoids delicate? 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. I would try to clean the solenoids, then do an oil treatment and change the engine oil after. 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. Please advise. Once you figure out what is missing, it will be easier to diagnose. However, my vanos solenoid valve exhaust seems to be 'wet' to the connector as noticed a couple of hours. Hi NickLove the site. Everything has power and the car will crank and crank but never fire. Can you suggest whether this is linked to spark plug or coil or vanos solenoid. You will need a slack tube manometer and a modified oil cap to do it. So I'll clean these solenoids this weekend but wanted to ask, is it OK to use throttle body cleaner or some other product to clean the solenoids more completely, or is compressed air the only thing I should use on these things? Stop and turn it off, back on and it's gone for 2weeks. Not necessarily. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi can anyone can help me I have bmw e90 2007 330i n53 only 34000 miles genuine and my problem is when I start the car in the morning and drive attend 10 -15 second I have message on the screen saying Your full engine power is not longer available pleas contact your local Bmw deal but car drive normal But when I stop turn car off and back on again run fine no more message only happens in the morning or if car is cold So I took car to Bmw special for diagnostic and 3 errors DME nitrogen oxide catalytic converter against DME crankshaft intel camshaft reference DME intel camshaft position monitoring So they said need new camshaft sensor so bought the sensor and replaced car run fine for 6 days and I this message pops up again DME intel camshaft position so I took the car to bmw special and they told me need new timing chain cost 1200-1300, I would need to know the fault codes to offer any advice. Also swap sides while you are at it. Where could this clog be, and is there some chemical that I can use. The exhaust solenoid had both the O ring and the spacer. Was looking to see if there was any advice thanks. Wayne R. Dempsey, Co-Founder & DIY Expert, Hi Nick, My N46B20 engine has code: 287D,Vanos, inlet, actuator movement I have swapped solenoid, clear code and it came back again! i'm thinking it may be the starter, but are there any other things that i should check before it? 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. When I checked, it gave the code P0012. Car run normally and without "check engin" light. - Nick at Pelican Parts. HI Casey and Nick, Sorry for wasting you so much this and this is the last question: This sounds stupid but I have 1 more symptom: The engine seems idle better at the ambient temperature of 77F or higher at the day time, but problem or the rattle comes back at night with ambient the temperature just drops back to 62F. Dear All My car would not start but cranked fine. However for the past few days, strange "clark clark" noise just like sound of the metal ball in a spray paint can were heard from the engine bay while I press the throttle slightly when accelerate from 0KM/h around 600-1000rpm. Are there any fault codes? When it first starts it searches for the idle point then throws the code and sits at the correct idle. With no fault code it can be tough to narrow down. my car E90 320I AUTO, driving up hill out of my drive one morning, engine stalled, EMU threw up OBD error codes P101f , P1061 , P1050. You could have a faulty VANOS actuator or worn timing chain components. so it comes on and off same exact codes every single time. have you checked compression? https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/ENGINE-Crankcase_Breather_Valve_Replacement/ENGINE-Crankcase_Breather_Valve_Replacement.htm, https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/FUEL-Eccentric_Shaft_Position_Sensor_Replacing/FUEL-Eccentric_Shaft_Position_Sensor_Replacing.htm, https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/FUEL-Camshaft_Sensor_Testing/FUEL-Camshaft_Sensor_Testing.htm, https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/FUEL-Fuel_Pump_Testing/FUEL-Fuel_Pump_Testing.htm, https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/ENGINE-Nonresusable_Fasteners/ENGINE-Nonresusable_Fasteners.htm. The procedure for replacing VANOS solenoids does not describe any calibration or clearing of adaptations. My 2008 e92 now wont start, it cranks and it sounds like it wants to but wont. Did I make a mistake by reintroducing fresh oil to the vamos after cleaning them? You will need to monitor desired and actual VANOS actuation. Is the check engine light on? Are there any fault codes? I don't have the specifics code but I know it is Vanos related. That is about all that caused a misfire. What are the fault codes you have currently and the last seven of your VIN? If you have noise, check oil pressure. Hi BMW 535i xdrive 2010. Turned the car off, started it back up and the idle was normal, went to leave from a stop and as the Rpm's rose the car started bucking again so I shut it off, now the car doesn't want to start at all. - 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. The engine improved slightly but still shakingmisfiring. took the car to an independant garage for diagnosos..his computer is saying cylinder 1 is misfiring. Im not the best with part numbers. What happen is th oil filter brake in 2 !!! Hey, I have a e90 325i that the yellow engine like popped up on. Your Login Failed. My broke and need to replace, You didn't mention what year and model vehicle you are working on. Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 required to attend the VAX ONLY indoor classes. Kept foot on clutch and it kept trying to auto restart. if problem returns you can try replacing them. I still get error code 2A87 Exhaust VANOS, mechanism. Depends on the fault code. What fault code is stored? The solenoid may be wicking oil out through the connector. https://www.pelicanparts.com/BMW/techarticles/BMW-3-Series-E90/FUEL-Camshaft_Sensor_Testing/FUEL-Camshaft_Sensor_Testing.htm - Nick at Pelican Parts. Reinstalled. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I would start by checking the vehicle for fault codes. I have a 2008 320i with N46 engine. My questions are: 1. what is the difference between solenoid and actuator, 2. Under hard acceleration it is barely felt. Desired is where it should be at the moment. Try fixing the error or submitting again. if it is a rough idle, it could be a misfire or improper engine timing. Check if the screens in the solenoids are dirty. Clatter remains, went 10' before codes again. Note: somewhere i read that sometimes when replacing these timing components, the car may need to be driven for a while till all relearning is accomplished and noises are gone can remember where i read this though any recommendations? Both vanos valves and cam sensors are interchangeable, so if there isn't a lack of oil, swap inlet for exhaust, clear the codes and see what happens. Does anyone know if it's resonable for the camshaft bearning ledges & vanos solenoid valves to fail on a 2008 335xi that has 86k miles? The Ellesmere Chaucer and outstanding Shakespeare and Renaissance print holdings anchor the broad and deep collections. Please note that both vanos solenoid valves have 127K miles in service. 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. You will need to install timing jigs o confirm timing is set correctly. - Nick at Pelican Parts. You may want to try to clean the throttle body and see if that helps the idle issue. Just replaced spark plugs and coil packs with OEM after misfire codes and ran great. The idle issue can be cause by many things. Got codes "130104 VANOS intake: control error, camshaft clamps" and "120408 Charge pressure control, shutdown: pressure build-locked." This is the best one on the market. I would have to agree, new codes. Please advice. What fault code pointed you to spark plugs? Nothing has to be broken to need a software update. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Have you observed all the temp sensors when the car is dead cold in the AM? The SES light comes on intermittently. Many thanks in advance for your time! We appreciate it. The DME controls it and the max values are not published. Also what us the coil spring function, does it bring the gears back to home position or does it slow down and absorb higher when controlling position? Am I wrong about that? - Nick at Pelican Parts. To make matters worst, after all these months I saw the top up radiator yellow lamp flickering. 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? 2a7a and 3100. This could be an issue with the actuator, camshaft ledges or work timing parts. The "service engine soon" light has been on and off recently. Good afternoon, I have been chasing this issue for a bit now I have noticed some random stalls and idle a bit erratic at startup and the occasional longer start cranks. Do you have any idea what could cause this occasional problem? Also the rpm is not regular. When your engine doesnt start youll want to check the basics. 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. - Nick at Pelican Parts, hie I have a bmw 318i 2001 model when starting it during the morning it starts fine but will hesitate idling at times cutting off completely but if I start it whilst depressing the accelerator slightly it doesn't cut out and if I rev it and let it idle it then begin to idle just fine what could be the problem please help thanks, Could be a vacuum leak or broken intake air duct. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Before messing with the cam, tried the cheaper possibility of gunked up solenoids. 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. Glad you got it worked out. If the system is not working properly, a fault code will be set. If mechanical timing is OK, replace the actuator. Got car trailered home as it wouldnt start and had the mosfets changed. Mechanical timing could be off, quite common on these engine for the timing chain guides to wear out. Is the check engine light on? - Nick at Pelican Parts, Nick, I brought it to the shop and they changed the crankcase vent valve. Please let me know sometimes!, This could be an oil pressure issue or flow to VANOS units. Ideas on what to check next? You understand, many individuals are looking around for this info, you could aid them greatly. I am just wondering, if the 2nd catalizator were replaced, would that also fix the "service engine soon" light or could there be other issues behind. Most likely the actuators. Is the check engine light on or flashing when the problem is present? Would also lower power. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi. When I give it throttle, the noise goes away and it runs smoothly. Any ideas here? I have cleaned the solenoids but the code stil comes up about 100km of driving. I am sure they saw debris, etc, which is why they want it changed. Thank you! Just be sure they are dry when reinstalling. What parts should I have my indy mechanic replace, so I get peace of mind that car won't continue to have problems? Dealer says I need to replace the vanos units on bank 1 $2700. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I hope they read this and know that the solenoids are covered. Problem could in the VANOS actuator or timing. if so, it might be jamming. Also I will heed your advise to clean the vanos solenoids again as there may still be debris. From a lighting issue to the oil level sensor failing. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Bmw e90 318i 2006. You can try the engine oil treatments here: https://www.atscarbonclean.com/ They have been working great at unjamming and cleaning VANOS systems. Except cold start idle would still hiccup until it adjusted to regular idle at 600 rpm and would be smooth. Thank you in advance. Thanks again Nick. I would say enjoy the car. - Nick at Pelican Parts. You probably have a plugged crankcase breather, causing oil to be pushed out. I am getting error code C1303 on car-ii-codes.com says "Right Front Axle Solenoid Valve Hold Open/Shortened? I don't see 2008 328xi in the model list??? Changed all spark plugs and coils no change. Should I replace the vanos solenoids? IAM DRIVING E90 320I AUTO, MOST OF TIME WHEN I BRAKE IT TURN-OF, I HAVE TO START AGAIN. You will have to check if the misfire is spark, fuel or compression related to be sure. Any ideas?? Swapping is only for testing. The car is a 2007 328XI n52 engine. Hi Nick, I have a E93 2008 which has error code 2A99 Crankshaft Position Sensor; Outlet Camshaft; Correlation - Intermittent. if it moves to the other location, then replace them. Thank you in advance. There could be an issue with eh VANOS actuator. Is the check engine light on? Can some one explain what this is? - Nick at Pelican Parts. When it is warm is little bit better! I have a 2010 BMW 328i Coupe 12/2009 production. No codes logged anymore. If you have an oil leak down the front of cylinder head, inspect solenoid area for fresh oil. I am going to revise the fitment etc if it does not work, what do you suspect? SO probably not solenoids. https://us.autologic.com/news/bmw-vanos-system-fault-testing-and-diagnosing - Nick at Pelican Parts, Okpulling my hair oute92 335i, 2007car started running rough at various times and throwing codesp1554 being the most prominent. You could have a VANOS that is jammed. No, really harsh but it is definitely noticeable. The fastener on the intake valve snapped and 3/4 of the bolt is still inside the hole. What do you think? Doesn't even sound like it's trying to fire. See attached, circled in black. Also no other obvious effects like limp mode, rough idling or lack of power. I don't have the fuel pressure values for that engine, we dont have that engine here. After warming up the engine, when I do a hard acceleration in any gear, the yellow half engine light would appear. https://us.autologic.com/news/bmw-vanos-system-fault-testing-and-diagnosing Really appreciated. On the scan tool they should all be about equal. It could be displaying it wrong. 1. you will have to drill a hole into the broken bolt, then use an extractor to remove it. I would start by checking the DME for fault codes. If the system is not working properly, a fault code will be set. - Nick at Pelican Parts. To reset this I need to pull over, turn off the car and start it back again. Regardless, I am a bit comfortable driving the vehicle now without fears of the engine falling apart as a result of excess rattling. Thanks for the additional info. Three days later the car has not thrown any codes but surge has come back and idle is very rough and you can even hear the engine "looping" sound in the engine and through the exhaust. Try removing the drive belt. As far as mechanical, you can check VANOS operation using a BMW scan tool. Not when replacing the solenoid. No fault codes? Could be low fuel pressure or a VANOS issue. Hi, i replaced both solenoids using this guide. Sounds like a possible engine timing issue. I would check for a vacuum leak, look at the intake ducts. Hi,I got in the car this morning and as I drove off the engine sounded a little different, I turned off radio and the big engine light came on and car lost power. Before the engine is warmed up, it runs smoothly. - Nick at Pelican Parts, Hi, I have an 06 325i that has an intermittent no start condition but only when the car is at operating temp.Could this be due to a bad Vanos solenoid? You can clean or replace the solenoids quite easily if needed. Sounds like an engine misfire. I made visit to BMW and bought a set of "o" rings for the vanos solenoids. it doesn't matter if hot, cold, driving for 15 minutes or 3 hours. Had a scan done and Code is 2A87 vanos mechanical. I think it is displayed incorrectly in your tool. ?/ Thank you for your help, Check the DME fan speed signal, you will need an oscilloscope, also you should probably check the faults in the DME, since the fan is controlled there will be some information on its failure. With my obd scanner i can see that the highpressure fule pump have a pressure of 150 bar at the fulerail and the lowpressure 7,5 bar. The Huntington has a rich and varied selection of European and American cartographic material that supports historical and geographical research and includes numerous rarities. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Does actual angle match desired? Hard to say without being able to hear the noise in person. This is the best one on the market. Also, if the RPMs are already relatively high, I can accelerate hard without the "stumbling/missing/hesitating" issue. My question is if the NOX sensor could have been affected by the exhaust solenoid, and maybe I could get away with just replacing the solenoid. sometimes goes into limp mode not always.Kind hear a weird noise when I accelerate. Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799 and they can help figure out which part or repair kit you need. Just to follow up: Is there any chance that the problem could be attributed to the Valvetronic motor instead of the eccentric shaft sensor? Be sure to push them in straight. I have a 2008 328i and was getting an error code for intermittent camshaft signal. And car became very sluggish , so I took it in and the workshop told me that the vanos gears are faulty . If the fault code for camshaft position sensor goes away or swaps position from intake to exhaust (or vice versa), the fault code is being caused by the VANOS solenoid. its a big job to test/replace it. Since everything is new, the issue may be with the wiring or the DME. My warranty would have been up in 4 months. They are making the repairs as we speak, more importantly, at no charge to me. Will it be solved by changing the solenoid or should I synchronize mechanically again? 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? The lower solenoid is oily like its been leaking for a while & when looking in the oil fill hole you can see caked up engine oil like the prior owner seriously neglected changing the oil. See our tech article on engine cover removing. So could a faulty VANOS actuator. I did try replacing tmap sensor on intake charge pipe,map sensor,and cleaned the vanos solenoids. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I just got back from the dealer after having an inspection on my 2008 BMW 328i SULEV. A couple of months ago, the engine began "stumbling/missing/hesitating" a bit - but only when in higher gears like 3rd through 6th, only at lower RPMs, and only with a greater than normal load or when I'm accelerating hard. Thanks for responding so far :- Cheers Sean, That light indicates reduced power. The car display message "Engine malfunction reduce power" within 3 or 4 miles of starting now. Hi, I've got a 2008 E92 325i N53 engine. Okcool, I'll, check it out might just order new oem solenoids just to rule them out. Because I owned the car for only 2 months I wanted to make sure that everything is changed and it will run smooth so I changed all 6 injectors, 6 coils, the plugs were 4k miles old, NOx sensor. tried to restart engine several times, til battery drained. Have a great day. I would find one you can trust all the time. After reading this article , I removed the VANOS Solenoids and cleaned them. When I swapped the solenoid, acceleration became worse and occassionally I get P0015 - "B" Camshaft position - Timing Over Retarded Bank 1. Although the noise still surfaces a little especially during hill ascend and I noticed the fuel economy is poor. Thanks, I don't think so. Used an endoscope to capture an image of the sheared vanso bolts. Once you figure out what is missing, it will be easier to diagnose. I would check spark, fuel and compression on all cylinders. CDA7 is for the throttle module. I have tested the sensor and it worked fine,and i even swapped it with intake one and the problem still persist. hi Nick, So heres my update i ordered the new Vanos solenoids and i replaced them as shown in your instructions it was very easy. I'm thinking of cleaning the old ones and putting them back in because I need a car to drive lol. thank you, You could have a mechanical engine timing issue. I would check spark, fuel and compression on all cylinders. See other question for guidance. One for the intake camshaft and one for the exhaust camshaft, mounted to the front of cylinder head. I would start by checking the engine for vacuum leaks and fault codes. I like this post, enjoyed this one regards for posting. Brought the VIN into a dealer and found the car came under a ten year warranty for the vanos bolts and also a recall for CCV valve. - Nick at Pelican Parts. There will be codes stored. Buy the solenoids, O-rings, and fasteners. If that doesn't do it, check mechanical engine timing. Carb cleaner is unsafe to spray on an engine due to fire hazard. Pulled the codes again and have misfires on 4, 5 and 6 along with 2A43: valvetronic thermal overload protection warning. - Nick at Pelican Parts. It stutters at idle and stutters through all rpm ranges while accelerating. Hi. 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. - Nick at Pelican Parts. Hello there, great article. caused new codes any help, however specific or not would be great and much appreciated. - 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. Then idle the engine for a few moments. when reversing. - Nick at Pelican Parts. I don't know what else to check. 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 Did you figure it out, I have the same code, sometimes hard to start, sometimes engine shuts off. I found a parts list for the 2004 M56 SULEV and the Vanos solenoids are covered on that year and model. Codes showing this time 29d1 combustion misfire cylinder 5, 29d2 combustion misfire cylinder 6, 29d0 combustion misfire cylinder 4. The timing kit was changed 15k miles ago. Applying a good amount of force on the bracket but no prevail. Sounds like an engine misfire. Let me know I really appreciated! On this page it's number 41: https://wiki.bentleypublishers.com/plugins/servlet/mobile#content/view/9633840. You can start by monitoring camshaft actual and desired position. Shall I buy new solenoids or replace any sensors? To me it seems kinda random. Any thoughts? I don't see them in inventory. - 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. Give our parts specialists a call at 1-888-280-7799. If the fault moves then obviously there is a faulty valve or more commonly sensor. I would check spark, fuel and compression on all cylinders. I will clean the Vanos as advised and revert if I have any question. - Nick at Pelican Parts. SOMEONE HAS TOLD ME IT IS THE VENOS. - Nick at Pelican Parts. - Nick at Pelican Parts, hi again - vin a101812. Crank bolt is tight too - used this to turn the engine by hand. I am sure that many individuals with SULEV vehicles will visit your site hoping to do the repair themselves. At that time, I believed that All Synthetic oils are the same but just to keep them changed frequently. Confirm timing is OK, replace the solenoids are dirty specifics code i! 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