BMW Replace Crankshaft Position Sensor - BEST WAY - E90/E91/E92/E93/E60/E83
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- čas přidán 14. 10. 2018
- Tutorial on how to replace the crankshaft position sensor on a 2006 BMW 330i, and most BMWs from that era. This is the fastest/easiest way to repair it. Lots of tutorials showing the hard/dumb way of fixing it, so we made this video. DO NOT REMOVE THE MANIFOLD.
Issues include...
Long Crank
No Start
Poor MPGs
DTC Errors - CC-ID 35, 24, 50, 354
SES Codes - P0355
Easy fix, once you find it. It's accessible
Part Link:
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Just did mine on service ramps. It was simple. #10 socket, 3" extention on a small 1/4" socket wrench. Total job took about 1hr 1/2. Anyone who removes the exhaust manifold to do this job is creating way more work and risk of causing more damage than its worth. Definitely the best way! Thanks for the video!
Idiot. Exhaust is on opposite side of engine. Fuck off
@@dwood82574 HAHAHAHA
I think one has to own a lift first if you choose to own a BMW😂
Thank you for this. I removed my manifold to replace the common broken head bolt problem behind the oil filter gasket. After putting back on car wouldn’t start , saw this wire hanging , realized i must have accidentally disconnected - didn’t want to have to remove manifold all over again. This saved me a ton of time, but i destroyed my arm squeezing it up there. But worth it lol. Thanks.
It took my buddy and I , mostly him, four hours to do. Paid him $200 and still saved $400 from what a shop wanted to charge me!! Thanks for this video it helped a lot!!
Glad it worked out! As you can see we don't normally do these DIY videos, but when we run into car problems and can't find a video, we figure we should make one. Happy to help!
@@theonomicsbuilds6133 after replacing the crankshaft position sensor do you have to program the vehicle or you can start driving immediately?
You are a genius and expert mechanic in BMW repairs!
Short and Straight to the point with good explanation. Thx
Plz plz plz keep your videos coming u the best
Thanks a lot for this video. I now know this crankshaft sensor can be changed WITHOUT removing the Intake Manifold! Thanks again.
Absolutely! We don't do a lot of DIY videos, but always try to when we can't find a video online when we run into car problems.
Awsome this works on a 2008 BMW X5 3.0l si if anyone is wondering took about 45mins. Thanks this is what you tube is made for
Did you use a lift or Jack stands?
WOW...went through several videos on the behalf of replacing crankshaft sensor... This is the most convenient way yet. I'm going to try your method instead of going through all of the unnecessary BS... No lift but I'm not the hugest guy in the world and I have small hands that can get in between those nooks and crannies..👍👍👍
Hope it worked/works out! I had the same experience when trying to find a DIY. This method was mentioned in a forum, so I wanted to make a video showing it.
Question... does the ECU need to be reprogrammed or can I just install the crankshaft sensor and the system goes back to sync.... By the way after doing a second take on this video you look like a young Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers.. 😂😆😆
@@kwilliams1884 The system should reset itself overtime and you won't need to reset the ECU or clear the fault codes. You should see immediate improvement. Thanks for watching man!
I wish i knew more about how to fix cars. A friend of mine diagnosed a car problem I had recently just from a conversation and a quick look around my engine bay. I swear you people are fucking wizards and it astounds me.
Yeah just saved money & time. A lot of scammers keep saying I have to go from the top, to switch that sensor out. I have a 08 328xi is it pretty much in the same spot ? My shuts down when I come to a complete stop & takes like 5 sec. To crank up.
Thanks save me a lot of time, I just jack the car up put stands under the car and the rest was just feeling for the screw and taking it out just got done ✔️ 👍
Will this be in the same location on a 07 750i e65/e66?
Killer vid, tyvm
Nice. Video god bless you🙏🏾🙏🏾👍
Does it Rev up and down before fix?
Das is good video! :-)
Thanks for the video. Completed this CHORE today! Would have been a royal pain in the a** without even knowing where to look. Thanks again!
Glad to hear. I'm still surprised there isn't more tutorials for this, considering how common this part seems to fail.
Same location on 2011 328i?
The bolt was with E10 head, not E8 like in video, in 2008 E60 N53-B30A.
Very thankful for your video. Just got my Starter replaced and now I got these exact problems as you described. I also got traction codes but how does it come with the crankshaft ?
Glad to hear. Hop this works for you!
I'm sure the technical reason why the traction control is impacted, but I have found that to be a pretty common symptom when having issues on BMWs.
Same thing here. Replaced my starter and then the crankshaft sensor with the traction DSC/DBC codes.
Hi folks!! Same for a 2007 335i e90?? Thanks
I was right ! Thanks for confirming
Happy I found this video ! I’m having the same issue ! Thank you!
Did you get it fixed ? I’m about to change mines
@@ajdrama5397 I unfortunately didn’t get to it yet.
I did this on a 2008 128i which was my brother's car the dealer wanted to charge him a crazy amount for that stupid crankshaft sensor to be replaced but that car is a pain in the ass it just gives him problem after problem and the dealer kind of scared him because he never wanted to put his hands on it but doing something I never done before made me pretty happy lol
I find these DIY videos so boring to shoot, but I think it's great that CZcams can act as a platform to help folks save some money and not get taken for a ride by the majority of mechanics.
Hey if we're replacing do we need 2 new sensor o-rings or just 1?
CoolingWithCONNOR just one
Hi. I have e91 318i 2008 and there is some plastic guide for various wires which is placed just in front of the crankshaft sensor's bolt. I have to first remove it but don't know how...
Not too sure what that is, sorry to hear. The 318 is a L4, which may be a lot different than the L6 we showed in this video. Good luck.
I just replaced mine took 10 minutes didn’t have to remove anything but the air box and the power steering pump
I can't even remove the socket or electrical connector from the sensor. any advice? tks
I watched a video a while ago with the same method. Did you have to use extended tools also to reach down there?
I have a 2007 328i and I'm having the exact same issue. Did you have a whistle sound coming from the engine when the car was on and running????
Edgar Rocha thats yr pcv valve cover
ok nice but can someone please tell me the location of this sensor on a bmw e90 330d (diesel)
Takes me less then 5 mins. I remove the intake box and stick my arm right under and have the sensor out in 30 seconds with ease. I think it’s hilarious when anyone talks about how long it takes to do it this way or that way lolol.
hi
what is diffrent between crankshaf position sensor and camshaf sensor
i got problem with my bmw e90 320d 2009 same light comes on sometime it's wont start the car
i need some advice pls thanks
It is tough, because they generally cause the same issues. However, the SES code should be specific to the camshaft. That sensor is a lot easier to access, so first thing to try is just check if it is clean and properly connected.
@@theonomicsbuilds6133 Thanks for ur replay i will have look
Fabulous!!!
Outstanding.
Thanks! Hope it worked out for you.
i have a BMW 2006 325i , i have a problem i but it under the scanner and a lot of codes came out and the car dose not start but it dose not turn on because the spark plug dose not do a spark. do you think you could guide me to the problem? i would really appreciate your help.
Hi, no spark could be from the crank or cam sensor, but hard to confirm without running INPA and seeing the BMW specific codes. If you have not tried yet, try searching the forums like e90post or bimmerforums for help.
hi do you think this will be the same on the n 47 engine
Sorry I don't know about the diesel engines, it could be different. If you haven't yet, I highly recommend searching on e90post.com or bimmerfest.com forums for help.
Would this be the same for a 2011 528i?
If it is non-turbo, it should be the same. But the other engines should be different.
Awesome video! I have a 328i E92, 2011 model (N51 Engine) and was wondering if it is possible to access and replace the sensor from underneath ? Tried it once, but wasn't able to locate the sensor, or it's cable. It seemed like a completely blocked access, and it is not even an all-wheel drive xi model! Have been searching youtube, your video is the first one to clearly show how to access from underneath...
Same here - ever find an answer for N51?
same i got a n51 ans n52 and its hard to make sure its the right parts.
Mine is having cranking issues just like this, except my SES light has not came on. The Brake light and traction control light come on together. If I let it sit and run for a minute, then shut it off, the car cranks back like normal with no lights on at all. So weird. Mechanic wants to charge $145 for the sensor and $180 for labor saying it would take 2.5 hours.
It only takes about 30mins if you change it from below. But if its an Xi or other model that cannot be accessed from below, and they have to remove intake, than 2.5hrs is okay. Maybe show the mechanic this video ;)
@@theonomicsbuilds6133 it's a 328i sedan. I do plan on showing him this video next Thursday when I get there. He said if there's a quicker way we can definitely try it!
I ordered my crankshaft sensor for around $15 from offline. You can put it in yourself. It sure beats paying dealership prices.
Their trying to charge me 1,125
Thanks for video 📹 I want to ask you can I do this job on my Bmw E 87 116i N45?Is it the same process?
The N45 is a 4 cyclinder. I do not know where the crankshaft position sensor is on that car. It could be similar, but I do not know.
Struggled with the “Under” approach using ramps. Very little room to maneuver without putting the car on a lift. On top method of removing the intake manifold is really not that bad - just time consuming and you can actually see what your are doing and verify it’s properly installed without over torquing. Still appreciate the video through!
can you tell me what's the trick to disconnect the electrical part (from the sensor)? I keep pushing, pressing down, and pull... but still I can't get it out.
Sorry to hear. I hope you were able to get it off.
If not, it's essentially a flap on the plug that you press down to allow it to slide off the sensor. Kind of hard to describe.
Im completely lost where my camshaft position sensor is at i have a 2011 bmw 328i sedan and i keep seeing two different places it can be... is it in the front of the engine or in the back of the engine?
In front there's two of them.
Google it pretty easy to change.
Hello can you get to the sensor the same way on the X5 2002? And you are 100% right, there are a lot of videos with the removal of the manifold. As of today 09/13/2021 I have to find someone to fix my sensor. Are you guys in Philadelphia? lol
Thanks for reaching out. We are in upstate new york. If you can find a local mechanic, maybe suggest accessing the sensor from below. For the x5, this tutorial may work for a 3.0L, but I doubt it will work for the 4.4L.
Have you heard of the crankshaft sensor affecting the automatic gearbox at all ??
Yes, I believe it can trigger "limp mode." It did not in our case though. Fingers crossed that your issues are all related.
Is it possible to reach this sensor from underneath on an (xi) model?
no but i did it from the top on our xi without taking off the intake. only the airbox and windshield cowl cover have to come off.
then you can reach down with the E8 socket on a bunch of extension (a wobly helps) use tape to hold the bolt into the socket to re-apply
Unfortunately I've heard Xi isn't the same. Removing the intake manifold and working from above isn't that hard, but definitely takes time. Worth trying with just the air intakes removed. The hardest part is just finding where on the block it actually is.
The xi is different its not a e8 socket its an e10 and I did it from the top in like 4 hours with only taking off the windshield cowl. It was a really big pain and I will never do it again. After this I have decided to sell my 2008 bmw
@@bangrev How did you ultimately get it out? I was able to unscrew the screw pretty easily, but I have no idea how to actually pull it out.
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MINE IS IN..TECH IS HAVING A HARD TIME GETTING TO IT..TOO COLD OUT TO DO IN THE BACK YARD
Died with the friends comment in the back💀
Where can I find it on my 2004 BMW 545i V8
I am not sure, but I suggest looking up parts/diagrams at realoem.com/bmw/
so how many Camshafts is there total on a bmw e60? 2 or 4?
Pretty sure it's just two if you have the N52 engine.
Can it also cause Rev when you go in reverse on cold start with your foot on the brake
I believe it could. But if that is the only issue, it might be a different problem.
@@theonomicsbuilds6133 I don't know if it's caused by either the transfer case or certain parts in the transmission when I first bought this vehicle I had 19 in wheels but then I put in 18 in wheels every time on cold start when I put it in reverse the idle RPM jumps up and down until it settles
After watching about 9 other videos, that all removed the intake manifold, I'd suggest you change the title to say you're going from underneath. Seems way easier. Of course this is really only for RWD models.
I bought 2 crankshaft sensors and replaced them put 1 in and cranked the car no start then took that out and put the other one in and still no start. I keep getting codes P0016 Crankshaft position sensor: Camshaft correlation bank 1 sensor A and P0335 Crankshaft position sensor A circuit malfunction. both of these sensors are new.
Hmm it's unlikely the crankshaft sensor would cause a no start. Have you tried to change the camshaft sensors, that is more likely to cause a no start issue.
if only it was this easy on the 3l diesel e92. different sensor, slightly different location. Intake and start motor out job grrrr
Ahh sorry to hear. I had read it can be tougher on some models/motors, especially the awd models, but wasn't sure how true that was.
About how long do you think this took you to complete?
Like 1.5 hours
@@theonomicsbuilds6133 ... thanks much!
took air box out but couldn't find a way to neither see nor touch cps in my E90 320i N46. tried from bottom but it's impossible to find it. couldnt even see a starter. So taking intake manifold out is the only way in L4 i think.
Sorry to hear. Thanks for sharing the note on the 4 cylinder version for others to know.
Did you figure it out?
I always have a long crank (:
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I tried this way and couldn’t have enough room to perform it this way. My hands are big and just could never get it
Hey no shame if you do take the air intake and/or exhaust manifold off, that's not the hardest thing to do. Just putting this out there as an alternative to try. Thanks for checking it out!
So I changed my crank sensor and I still have all the symptoms and the p0339 code pops back up immediately along with yellow brake light and abs alarm....what do I do next?!??!
Did you reset the code?
Steups which socket bro????????? Why do a vid if yu not gonna tell me which size socket i need to use 🤨
2:12
I always have a long crank bahahahaha
You do know you can just remove the air box and it takes like 10 minutes to do this whole job
You may be thinking of a different sensor or engine. Regardless, this method would still be faster/easier as you'd only remove the plastic under shield, which is missing on most cars. Thanks.
@@theonomicsbuilds6133 no. All of the i6 motors of this gen can have this sensor replaced by removing the air box and accessing it from the side. TIS/ISTA claims you need to remove intake manifold but honestly it’s not necessary. I have no clue which manual you used to do it your way.
Any body can do it from top, just a small rachet and hand fishimg through. No science!
F10 And F11 IS same place crank sensor
Great to know. Appreciate that!
I would say you guys did it the hard way but fuck taking the manifold off shit was sketchy
Anything worth doing is worth doing with a Bud in your hand! That's the way I work on cars, too. Kinda.....how many Buds per hour. LOL Old Beemers = Good.....New Beemers = Not so much. Something is getting lost in the translation from German to American. Helluva place for a sensor.......just drop a SBC in it and the the BMW engine hold the door to the shop open. More of everything and I don't even like Chevrolet!
That ground strap is disgustingly green. If anyone else has a ground strap that is corroded as bad as his you need to replace it
Yeah, this is great if you're rich, and can afford a BMW.
You don't have to be rich to afford a bmw
Because BMW engineering is asinine
Aren't there two crankshaft position sensors ?!
I believe you are thinking of the camshaft position sensors on the front of the engine. Easily confused.
Fml I did one of these on my e46. Now time for e90🫠
Same for 2008 528i?
Do u know if I can reach it from the bottom same way as the video I have a 2008 535xi
@@bobgnops I found it easier from the top using extensions to reach the bolt. A bit of a pain plugging in the sensor but it’s definitely doable. Hope this helped.