The Truth Behind BMW Check Engine Lights!
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- čas přidán 16. 05. 2017
- In this video, I'll go over the true meaning behind BMW check engine and service engine soon lights! Must See!
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I purchased a 2015 328i BMW from Carvana and drove it about 6 hours from the Carvana vending machine in Texas to New Orleans and it sent a Drive Train Malfunction and shut down in the middle of the Interstate. BMW assist had it towed to the local BMW dealer and I decided to not keep the car. Carvana also gave me a dummy key fob that did not go with the car nor did it have the emergency manuel key inside the fob. Very disappointed! I saved for a year to purchase that car.
@@dianaflowers715 how many miles was on the car
i also have a 328i currently i just got it inspected everything passed except OBD rediness, the codes that came up for me were , 1C3110, 213901 and CDA904 if anyone knows what these are id appreciate the feedback
keep in mind the car has upgraded charge pipes, downpipe, idk the mid pipe, and possibly a tune from the previous owner, everything else is fine
@@Kittyarms I'm not sure. I believe it was 40 or 50 thousand.
This video just made me feel a whole lot better! Just got my 135i N54 7 months ago and I got my first CEL. I started to panic and it kept bothering me. After watching this video... it calmed me down big time. Thank you!
Thank you sir for your knowledgeable and honest wisdom with BMW you help people save money I applaud you for that
You are spot on explaining the differences my friend. The only ses lights I had on my E92 08 335i was the rear o2 senor bank 2 and a misfire due to leaky injector fouling the spark plug and the only cel light I had was a bad crankshaft position sensor. Also gave me the reduced power message "Limp mode" . I too have used a BM scanner and was able to resolve all of these issues except the leaky injector that should be soon hopefully.
Jaimexx I’m haveing injector problems since getting water into coils I have since replaced plugs and coils but can’t seem to fix this activation code
Thank you so much for this info! My engine light came on today. I don't want to spend unnecessary money for a diagnostic test if I can do it myself. I'll be ordering that code reader ASAP!
Thank You so much for the video. I had a check engine light soon last year after erasing it now came back again this year. I went for inspection and they give me a code P0301 Generic cylinder 1 misfire detected. I had changed 6 of my spark plug last year i was thinking maybe thats why. I use maxiScan MS 300 and it says no code found. Thank you for sharing all the information it makes me feel better about the light. Its so helpful knowing about having a proper BMW scaning tool.
Fully agree with you, I've experience check engine lights from misfire, and after few more miles of driving the check engine would clear itself, BMW is notorious for doing this, and this video is very helpful especially for new BMW owners, you don't wanna fix things right away, you sometimes have to out wait the check engine lights.
Mcgyver B true!
Having misfires every time the car has been in the cold garage and its been sub zero weather. Annoying but it goes away after starting the car again after it has warmed up.
My misfire problem was my ignition coil. Runs so smooth now. Problem im having now is i have all green checks in my service but SES light is still on.
@@TonySavageLife Same here. All services are checked OK but still have an SES light on. Strange
for future reference if you have a proper scan tool you can actually see how many time the fault codes was triggered....some codes that disappear once cleared only mean they are not active at the time....for preventive maintenance its normally good to look into those codes to avoid actual component failure...for example a loose connector can trigger a host of codes, which if not addressed can cause actual harm to the relevant components....this way you can plan when to actually address a problem rather than waiting for it actually breaks down
Very good information. Thank you. Would this also apply for an e46 325i?
Very good points you made! Same thing has happened to me, dme triggers a code yet after a day or two it goes away and is never to be seen again! 🙏🏼
Simply Car Things Yeppppp - that darn tricky DME
When my Vanos Solenoid went bad, my codes read as faulty HPFP, and Vanos Solenoids. It also had another one that had to do with fuel pressure plausibility. After I replaced my Vanos , never got any of those codes again.. Keep the informative videos coming. #BMWFanaticLife🏁🤙🏻
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I had some coils and plugs go out because service spilled couple drops of oil on #2 and #3 which leaked under the coil boot. I buy the stuff and they do the labor for $20 so can't complain. Well anyway changed them out, cleared codes using MHD then put gas, restarted and light went off (light was on when driving to put gas). Samething when I replaced a dead battery. The steering wheel lock light and battery light were on after replacing until I put gas and restarted it. That was over a year ago and nothing since.
I recently had a P1727 come up, I read it was a crank sensor issue. Before deciding to spend 70 bucks on a sensor. I pulled the crank sensor cleaned it really well and reinstalled it. The light never came back. Sometimes the sensors are just dirty.
Ses are usually by mileage not for when the DME thinks there’s an issue.
Can I ask you a question I had a full diagnostic from the bmw dealer everything was cool except my oil valve gasket cap, I got it fixed now my check engine light is on what would suggest x3 2013
Excellent
I keep getting a code for temperature air intake.. is that a major problem?
What is the algorithm for the service reminder light as it pertains to the E34 chassis? Is it miles, gallons consumed and cold starts factored together? This is the the most logical, but i've heard conflicting answers.
BimmerLink works great for reading codes. I use it all the time
So what if I swap out the back tires on a '07 X5, there stagger, and then a while later my engine malfunction.... comes on and so does the awd and brake light ? Any advice I have a road trip coming asap and need expert advice
Can you give me (us owners) a quick take on the scanner would you recommend for a 09 328i e90 sedan,,,,, I would greatly appreciate it
I have a 2006 325i , any ideals why my car keeps going in Limp mode after I sit in traffic for too long ,but if I'm constantly driving without much stops like ( freeway without traffic ) it won't go in Limp mode.
What if I was idling for about twenty min and the A/c was on and I got in the car and I saw check engine light was on , and don’t forget it’s a hot day today 100 degrees .....
Hi there, What tool would you recommend to turn off parking brake light and is there any way to reset the brake pad service requirement?
Can you please provide a link to the scan tool shown at 3:21?
Thanks for the update. Can you link a site to the actual bmw scan tool and kit you mentioned in your video? Thanks in advance
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I have BMV 318i 2009 the engine light was on. I wonder if the catalyst converter was cut off is this cause the engine light was on?
how do you get rid of service reminder dash lite?
Thanks for a great video, I have an X5 2011 and the light for the Fuel Filter Cap came on and the engine symbol too. I checked and it seems to be a DME light. Anyhow, I don't know if I should worry about this but would like to get the scaner. Any recomendations on what scaner to buy?? Thanks a lot!
I think if you put in lower fuel grades it could trigger the Check engine light because my previous car was a flex fuel and when I put in the regular fuel in emergency situations the check engine light would come on. So I am thinking it's the same for other vehicles too. BMW requires Supreme fuel, so if your placing any other fuel into it, this may also trigger the check engine light. Any thoughts or comments on this?
I had this situation before, I added supreme fuel but it was a gas station in a small town the check engine light was on（I was on the highway）so I ignored it but I noticed the acceleration is really slow, however, after burning out and adding 2 fuel tanks of new fuel at other station. This light goes away on its own.
Hello, I like you channel and it is very informative, I just bought a used 07 e92 335i 6 speed and I need to replace the battery. Now I have a good scan tool, The Schwaben BMW/Mini scanner by Foxwell. It has saved me countless times and paid for itself many times over. It has a section for "coding" the battery to the car. but since I am upgrading to a new AGM style I have to "register" the battery and this is where I come into my issue. Can I register a battery with my scan tool or do you think I need the Technichs Kit you talk about? Thanks
Just hook up your tool and see what it can do. If the battery has the same A rating, them all that is needed is to tell the car it is new. If it is a different rating, then check that your tool can register that new value correctly. BMWFanatic has an excellent video on this topic.
Cheers for the vid. Would you say the the code reader and functions of the JB4 are good enough or is the scan tool way more thorough?
Craig Neale The JB4 does fine, but the Bavarian Technic scan tool is the true game changer since it does so much more
BMW Fanatic where can I purchase
i got a p16a3 code can you help me out? is it the 02 sensor or
What is the difference for the check engine light? I drove a few miles from the house and there was no light on, an hour later I start the car and the check engine light is on. It’s a yellowish/orange color, solid NO flashing.
Most states will fail a vehicle if the CEL has been reset in last month. Further drive monitors are not set and that is a fail as well.
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I find all of these videos really helpfully for my 07 N54 335i coupe
German Engineering same here! As soon as he post I watch, had my 07 335i coupe dinan stage 2 for about a month and I love it! Come here and go through his vids to better understand my car.
01keeper JAD thanks for watching!
German Engineering woot woot 👍🏻
Same here. Loving my 07 N54
BMW Fanatic hi. your videos helped me a lot. if it is ok for me to ask you... where do i get a list of codes for the e90? i have a carly scan tool. have you heard of this? is this a good scan tool?
I have a 07 335i coupe and sometimes the ses light comes on and off and when it comes on i feel the engine shaking when im parked or stopped and sometimes it goes away and that doesnt happen only when it pops up and i have a misfire what might be the problem im a new owner to a bmw car i have the n54
Kevin Dgaf you need an oil change about 4000 miles ago
Ignore it and turn up the radio
Lov E. Or channel it is awesome. By the way you obviously have way more money than I do because you have your mechanical work done and you live in a nice place and you have a new BMW and an old BMW. I do all my own work but I still look at your channel because you have details that most channels do not have. By the way what do you do for a living I know you don’t make that much on CZcams or DDo you?
Worked cause inside car is looking okay but the check engine light came on for some reason. Erased codes and check engine light is gone. It’s annoying
I wish you would leave direct links to the various tools in the description.
You’ll notice that on any DIY video that I’ve done past this for the most part. Guess I need to go back and double check others
I need your help. I have a 2007 335 and a few days ago my turn signals started blinking fast and I got warning for all my lights but none where out. I pulled the left and right tight tail lights out but on the left side when i turn on my headlights the left side break lights also turn on but they are dim. I checked the plug and there was low voltage so am guessing it is not the bulb housing. If you have any advice I would really appreciate it. Thank you
Usually the fast blinking turn indicator is a display of a dead bulb, however in your case the bulbs are working just fine. The voltage on the other hand being low is more than likely triggering the indicator and causing your symptoms. I'd personally run a battery check and alternator check to be safe. Depending on which alternator you have it might also be a sign of the voltage regulator starting to fail. Luckily most shops can do free testing on both to make sure the voltages coming out from the terminals and alternator are fine. If it's not those it might be something more serious.
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I enjoy your videos. One question I have is, Why are components on BMW engines such as the Valve Cover Gasket and the Oil Filter Housing Gasket prone to developing leaks? It seems this is almost a guaranteed problem on any BMW approaching 50K miles.
Alexander Major may be because they're weak compared to other components in the car. I don't know the specifics though.
Alexander Major Because it's just a normal $20 rubber gasket that is pressed together with another part and that's why it fails. Oil and coolant contributes to it as well.
Have you had any metal sounding squeal/ squeak from a wheel(s) when rolling forward from 0-15mph? Periodically a squeal will come from my front right wheel at this speed.
Check your brake rotors, I had a similar issue with my 335i. I fully replaced all rotors and pads and it never came back. This was 2 years ago and at the time I thought it may have been the wheel bearing.
MEZ92 okay thanks. I have to change the brakes anyway so perfect timing. Did you change your sensors too? Ive been looking around there's a large selection of sensors at a wide range of prices. Any suggestions? They all seem the same but different prices.
My 2003 x5 has no check engine light. I turn the ignition on and for a few seconds all the cluster lights turn on but no engine light. Will this fail texas inspection? I have no actual codes.
Same here. Did you find out anything please?
My check engine light is on, it makes a sound like there is no muffler and I can't use all the power from the engine. What is going on?
snois2 That could most likely be a misfire of a cylinder or cylinders depending on how many are misfiring. Avoid red lining until you can get it fixed and it should be fine
Engine light came on for O2 sensor... 2 days later it's gone.
Same mine just came on. The only fault error read was the O2 sensor in bank 2. I erased it and the light hasnt returned.
Thankfully running on a bad O2 sensor isnt that big of a deal.
Are you saying there is a separate Check Engine Light (CEL) in the dash that is different than the Service Engine Soon (SES) light? You said "...translating a service engine soon light to a check engine soon light now the service engine soon light will light up as far as you have that issue now that issue gets even worse or a certain parameter is crossed you're going to trigger a CELL(?) just a check engine light and that's when it's kinda like alright you have a major problem because a majority of the time the SES lights are just very basic stuff it's not really anything crazy of course limp mode over boost under boost all that kinda stuff all that major kind of codes those are going to be check engine lights so you want to definitely check those and obviously you know go ahead and and fix those issues right away....."
there is regular lights that come on every certain mile cycle Right?
Not so much lights, but your maintenance items will pop up based on usage and mileage yes
Hi Ty for great detailed Explanation. I have a LARGE ,1/2 Orange Engine Light appear in my instrument dash panel and also on my I DRIVE SCREEN on my 2013 x5 35i 3.0 turbo gas engine,it Saying >>>Engine Malfunction!! Reduced Power,Engine is operating at Reduced Speed,possible to continue,Drive with caution,Have the system Checked by your Nearest BMW Center.... So first a small orange Engine symbol appeared on my instrument cluster only. i t, but there was no driveability issues for 50 kilometers or until the 1/ 2 engine BIG symbol Appeared. now it is reduced power ( did it go into limp mode??) I need to purchase a scan tool specifically for a 2013 bmw x5 35i ,3.0 turbocharged engine.i do have a scan tool AUTEL MS 409 which is not any good and done do anything specific as it is a general tool,disappointing to say the least, what tools would you reccomend ?? ty sir
Do you know if mhd just reads generic codes? Also love the vids. 09 135i here.
LS2kid it reads them fine - so you're good!
I have MHD and Carly for BMW. Do both of these read "BMW" codes accurately?
wtf is that knob Above the RES button?
I usually clear the codes once, and if it comes back then I take care of it. If not I ignore it, such things as the oil level and coolant sensor if they light up, check your fluid levels and if they are lower than before, do not let it get worse. Don't assume it's a "bad sensor". Although, the other day my flat tire thing went up on my I-Drive, pulled over. Tires were fine, it was caused by one tire hitting a bump and rotating at a different speed due to the wheel-speed sensor sensing the difference which can trigger a false flag. Every couple of months my steering angle sensor freaks out, it's not a constant thing so I ignore it until it becomes a permanent issue. These cars have a certain pattern and once you recognize that pattern you'll know what's real and what's a false flag. I currently have a 2004 BMW 530i e60. Looking to get an e92 335i. Gonna have aftermarket warranty coverage by endurance for that thing. Also, how has your 335i been overall and I'm looking to tune it, what's a good first step?
Oook it’s the lights one my light is out
I used a generic scan tool on my 2014 328i BMW got the code p12a4 which was the map sensor but it was properly working ended up taking it to the dealer they came to the conclusion it was the battery low voltage causing the check engine light to turn on and this does not sound right to me any thoughts about this??
El Chucho BMWs tend to do a lot of wacky shit when the battery goes low or is improperly connected. I have a E46 330i and one day the dashboard cluster was going out of wack and the brake lights were on when the car was off and in park. Replaced the battery and ensured tight connections and it has not given any problems since. BMWs are essentially computers so any fluctuation of electrical power will cause odd events to occur. Hope this helps
Recently my check engine light displayed (solid yellow light) on my BMW 2016 X1.
After driving for a day or two it went off on its own. But then came back again. So I took it to a local mechanic and he informed me the DTC code causing the Check Engine light is D1249.
He then noted this is some type of generic BMW code with no other available details and that only a dealer could clarify what the code means. Obviously I would like to avoid doing this if possible.
Does anyone know what a D1249 check engine code mean?
For bmw new owners this lights are terrible since we think that the engine will explode if you continue the journey. I've just bought a 335, 2008, and at this moment I stopped the trip since appeal in the Paine aa small engine light. No big, in the middle of panel. As I dont know what this means I decided to stop in order to avoid serious damages. I call to my mechanic and he said to let the off for a minutes that probably the light went off, since no appear the message of redudec power and no message of faults. Let's see
my check engine light comes on all the time it's an off-and-on thing I'm quite sure it has a lot to do with the guys every time I put fucking gas on the car it happens then it'll go away
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When after deriving for bout 15 mins my car popps in to nuetral
Lay off the beer. Then the car won't magically shift into neutral
Can you come scan my bmw with that suit on. Lol
She's Naughty!
Erase the codes and then erase it from the history too, otherwise I've seen some codes reappearing.
So, basically when you buy a bmv, you have to become a mechanic? This sucks.
That's a lie apparently doesn't like his thumbs.
Sales floor BMW car lot dealership guy.
Check code you do diagnostics first if they can. Then see if it shows up there if not then shows 100 miles down road could mean something faulty in wireing or how to use car as somethings can't be done while moving. Most are done at vehicle that stopped.
As driving any car is illegal on any roads as paperwork, for car in rules and laws a regulation were never allowed.
So DMV is not legal.
Department of transportation is not legal just like currency can not be policed or trailed unless your at highest level in clearance as well as "Heir or King".
Did you use Google Translate or something
Hell
Im so glad to have bought a 2020 toyota corolla i go to school in mecanics and a few guys have BMW's Its looks good ride nice but its useless other than doing backfire and launch control the quickest they can.. They all ended having problems within 3 months.. One has his cooling pump explode and leaking cost him about 1500$ to change on a 335i 2009 LMAO... another guy had a firing problem or some sort and the other had to change his 4 camsensor they all busted... Ill never ever buy a bmw or mercedez shit is overpriced for what it is.. Its my second japenese car.. We all laughed when i got my toyota.. Felt like i should be ashamed to buy a non performanxe or racing car.... Im still laughing to this day but alone man.. I love my toyota!! Oh and they all spent near 8-10k for a 10 years old car.... That didnt even last 6 months without a pricy $$$ repair.... Talk about a deal.. Ill keep my toyota with me for sure and if i had to spend 50-60k on a brand new car i would take 2 toyotas without hesitation and give one to a poor bwm owner... Trust me i saw their pain and sadness
These cars are overrated and cost more money then they're worth. BMW are far too technical and needs to be more simple. Never get a BMTrouble U