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Engine - MIL ON/Camshaft/VANOS(R) Fault Codes Set

Service Measure

B11 203 05

4/28/2005

Engine

Subject
N52 engine runs poorly with camshaft sensor and VANOS faults

Models
E60, E90 with N52 engines

Complaint
N52 engine may be difficult to start, runs rough and the "Service Engine Soon" light is illuminated.





Any of the camshaft sensor / VANOS faults, as well as various misfire faults, may be stored in the MSV70 module.

Cause
VANOS solenoid is mechanically jammed or sticking.

Measure
Replace only the affected solenoid, either intake or exhaust, part number 11 36 7 516 293.