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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 08:56 AM
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Hi all can ye help me 2 day i pulled up at traffic lights and car started to rev up and down like mad and than stop if i start after 20 mins it was ok again 2 codes dme/dde 2e8e and 2a98
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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 10:00 AM
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2E8E is a code for the IBS. Could be bad or need a new battery. Did you have your battery replaced recently.

2A98 is a VANOS code the unit could be going bad, the hook ring seals or Vanos solenoid inlet. Once you figure it out change oil

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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 12:08 PM
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How do i figure out which 1 it is
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Old Apr 18, 2015 | 12:16 PM
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Some body out their must of had this issue
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Old Apr 19, 2015 | 05:40 AM
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Take it apart and see what is bad
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Old Apr 19, 2015 | 05:51 AM
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take what apart.i also looked up on net that code is related to the camshaft sencor wud this be true and were can I find this
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Old Apr 19, 2015 | 06:43 AM
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Here is a good video for you to look at.


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Old Apr 19, 2015 | 06:43 AM
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I hope it is your camshaft sensor but I don't see those failing too often. The possible issue I gave was the most common. How many miles do you have
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Old Apr 20, 2015 | 12:01 AM
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128,000miles on clock this prob only happens every so often not all the time
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