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    Hi team,

    my battery went dead, and since charging  i have the red steering lock sign. key will not remain in the dashboard.

    can anyone help reset the code so i can drive this beautiful car high maintenance car

    or any other suggestions.

    so far i have MHD flasher, which shows the code : 2ab4   DME: DME internal Fault ram checksum 

    I live  in Mt roskill Auckland.   help

    022 4 585 475 

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    20 hours ago, Matth5 said:

    I'd say insist on the BMW workshop testing the car. They should have their own tools to log turbo boost as well.

    Not sure on Torque logging boost with the N54 engine. On the N55 it works ok, I've tried it on mine before. Whats the min and max readings you're seeing? Negative values when cruising or idling is normal as it can create a slight vacuum when not under load. 

    torque logging measures the vacuum in negative but does not go into positive...  i hear the turbos spoolings so it maybe the software not reading correctly

  5. Posted · Edited by new2thisgame · Report reply

    Hi team,

    i hope this message finds you well.

    I had my vacuums lines replaced 2 weeks ago along with rear turbo. ( wastegate was stuck in the open position) 

    The job was completed by a BMW dealer under warranty, so it should be good workmanship ( we hope so anyway )

    The car drove like a rocket for the first 2 weeks,

    then i noticed a slight loss of power, exhaust slightly louder, car running slightly sluggish.

    no engine lights have come on, no fault codes from Torque engine management diagnostic tools and MHD flasher

    NOTE: Toruqe app real time  boost psi and vacume  readings do not go into positive, is this normal? 335i.pdf335i.pdf

    I dont have anymore to evidence to show the workshop. and they are hesitant to help further

     

    Is there anymore testing i can do or any advice from fellow BMW owners to help build a case to present to dealership.

    any advice would be appreciated.

    (I have attached a copy of invoice notes, to give a clearer picture)

     

    regards

     

     

     

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    On 8/21/2016 at 11:55 PM, AllanC said:

    Hey chap - 

    I use the MHD tuning android app with my n54, it pulls up any codes pretty well, happy to try it if you want to come by sometime? I'm in grey lynn. Might need to be able to reproduce the code if it's clearing it when you turn off the car.

    I've just messaged the guy that makes the app to check it's not vin locked for checking codes (it's vin locked to my car for ECU flashing). He should get back to me by tomorrow morning.

    Alternatively if you've got an android phone or tablet just buy an odb cable and I think the code checking part of the app is free - just download mhd tuning from the android / google play shop. Cable is from trademe here: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/tools-repair-kits/meters-testers/auction-1142954142.htm 

    Sweeto!

     

    Big thanks to Allan, it was a pleasure talking to you, and thanks for you time

     

    I now know 2 things 1) i have a cheap OBD   2) i have 3 error codes

    30FF turbocharger charge air pressure  too l ow

    2a99 crank shaft outlet camshaft correlation

    3100 boost pressure control deactivation

    any feedback

     

     

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    16 hours ago, Garett said:

    I suspect you may have a camshaft ledge worn that seals the oil from leaving the vanos system at revs, once the wear a groove in the cam carrier you will need to replace the seal and the carrier. if its the intake side both the camshaft and cam carrier. 

    Although there can be many issues that can cause this... above is the most common we are seeing atm.

    Id book it in to be checked with a diagnostic scanner that can give you some more information on the codes coming up first.

    A diagnostic scan only costs 45+gst here and you can stop in any time you like :)

    thanks for the offer mate,  I would of come in today...  except your out-of Auckland.. 

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    8 hours ago, AllanC said:

    Hey chap - 

    I use the MHD tuning android app with my n54, it pulls up any codes pretty well, happy to try it if you want to come by sometime? I'm in grey lynn. Might need to be able to reproduce the code if it's clearing it when you turn off the car.

    I've just messaged the guy that makes the app to check it's not vin locked for checking codes (it's vin locked to my car for ECU flashing). He should get back to me by tomorrow morning.

    Alternatively if you've got an android phone or tablet just buy an odb cable and I think the code checking part of the app is free - just download mhd tuning from the android / google play shop. Cable is from trademe here: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/tools-repair-kits/meters-testers/auction-1142954142.htm 

    Sweeto!

    awesome mate, cheers for the feedback,  I work in Grey Lynn so anytime suitable for you is fine.  my number is 022 4585475.  and really eager to see this scan tool in action ,  I've downloaded the mhd app already.  look forward to meeting you.   Neil thanks again 

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    10 hours ago, new2thisgame said:

    Hi Team, I hope this message finds you all well,:)

    firstly let me apologise if there is an answer to my issues in earlier threads

    My engine lights come on when i gun it around 5k revs,

    i do not lose power, and when i restart the car, the light is gone.  no codes on car or my cheap OBD:huh:

    Known issues with my car below

    • I have had the code P1553  come up a few times - still trying to narrow down on this - maybe solanoid
    • battery light has come up few times now, but still starts every time 

    I just cant see why the above 2 problems would turn the engine light on, when i put the peddle down.

    any suggestions before i spend  $280 on diagnostic costs with an independent BMW specialist?

    also i still have a warranty =)

    SOS   

    p.s my 335i is a thrill to drive

     

    3 hours ago, aja540i said:

    I would be taking it to BMW and getting it scanned. No point trying to guess. Have you tried ringing around a few forum sponsers for prices to get it scanned?

    ok cool i just saw http://botanymotorworx.co.nz/contact-us as a sponsor, will cal them this week

    does anyone have a top scanner im willing to drive and meet, coffeee or beer on beer on me!

     

    10 hours ago, new2thisgame said:

     

     

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    32 minutes ago, Matth5 said:

    Same happened to my runflats. 

    An alignment should help. Also going to normal tyres, some owners have said the stiffer sidewalls on runflats can make this issue worse.

    I think tyre pressure can come in to it as well. A year ago I had an alignment, bought Goodyear Easy F1 Assymetric 2 (3 is now on the market) and I run slightly higher pressures. So far after plenty of abuse (used DCT launch control more times than I can count) there is no sign of inner wear. Tyres are nice and even.

    I highly recommend these tyres, they were only about $300 each from Mag And Tyre at the time. Most places charge over $500.

    Much more grip than the potenza runflats especially in the rain and much smoother ride. 

    For safety get a can of tyre slime and a portable air compressor that plugs into the cigarette lighter socket from Repco or Supercheap. Was only about $80 for both when I bought mine.

    him thanks for the tip... my conservative side ask, whats the down side to this tyre slime, eg does it  affect the sensor? will affect the tyre going forward,  im thinkinhg to start looking for a biscuit

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    On 10/18/2015 at 5:36 PM, kmx said:

    What do you think of the car so far mate. This is the exact car colour and mags I'm after right now, in the market at the moment. Cheers.

    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

    its thrill to drive, but the maitenance cost, and runflats are crap.. 

    the torque curve is excellent, its truly is a perfomance car,   im looking to mod the exhaust soon, to get a deeper growl

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    On 18/10/2015 at 5:36 PM, kmx said:

    What do you think of the car so far mate. This is the exact car colour and mags I'm after right now, in the market at the moment. Cheers.

    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

    mate I love it,  but the maintenance costs is not cheap. I guess I'll just have to get use to it,  a 10 year old car will have issues,  but no Japanese car I've owned before  has cost me this much.  lucky I have a warranty 

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    On 9/27/2015 at 8:07 PM, E30-323ti said:

    Sounds like you need an LSD to even out the tyre wear *LOL*

    hi funny you mentioned that, i have the wires poking out also,, just bought 2 new second hand pontenza runflats,  

    do you recommend sticking with the run flats? or go normal

    my  rear insides are chewed out is this normal?  can anything be done? 

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    Hi Team, I hope this message finds you all well,:)

    firstly let me apologise if there is an answer to my issues in earlier threads

    My engine lights come on when i gun it around 5k revs,

    i do not lose power, and when i restart the car, the light is gone.  no codes on car or my cheap OBD:huh:

    Known issues with my car below

    • I have had the code P1553  come up a few times - still trying to narrow down on this - maybe solanoid
    • battery light has come up few times now, but still starts every time 

    I just cant see why the above 2 problems would turn the engine light on, when i put the peddle down.

    any suggestions before i spend  $280 on diagnostic costs with an independent BMW specialist?

    also i still have a warranty =)

    SOS   

    p.s my 335i is a thrill to drive

     

     

     

     

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