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I didn't read your OBD codes before. I normally don't browse through all the posts....but Your problem is the camshaft position sensor buddy. You'll need to 1) reset adaption if you have the tool to do it (INPA) or 2) replace them and then hope it runs fine without resetting adaption. But ANYtime you work on a BMW, AUDI, VOLKS, SEAT, SKODA, VOLVO (im missing a few) you need to reset adaption values...Yep, even when you replace the valve cover gasket.
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Not only should you of course not fill-up with your car running but never--never-- leave your key in the ignition when filling up. Can very often cause your check engine light to come on per my BMW advisers.
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But I do want to find out why the gas cap could cause such a problem. The gas cap only has 1/4 turn to play around with, and it is so difficult to be sure if it has been tightened correctly.
Anyone care to elaborate on this issue?
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Don't worry. 99% sure it's the gas cap. Check the owner's manuel, there is a description somewhere. Only two reasons may cause the light to go on, according to the manuel. One is the firing order of the engine, the other is the gas cap. Mine has the same problem every now and then, every time it is after a fill up. Just tighten the gas cap or turn it around a bit. The light will go off in a day, or two.
But I do want to find out why the gas cap could cause such a problem. The gas cap only has 1/4 turn to play around with, and it is so difficult to be sure if it has been tightened correctly.
Anyone care to elaborate on this issue?
But I do want to find out why the gas cap could cause such a problem. The gas cap only has 1/4 turn to play around with, and it is so difficult to be sure if it has been tightened correctly.
Anyone care to elaborate on this issue?
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Ok. Thanks for the info. I really believe some person that probably drives a buick to work although BMW offers them an incentive program rather than my 10 years in 6 different beamers and the doing the same thing in each. I'd rather save my starter from starting so many times.
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Ok. Thanks for the info. I really believe some person that probably drives a buick to work although BMW offers them an incentive program rather than my 10 years in 6 different beamers and the doing the same thing in each. I'd rather save my starter from starting so many times.
For example: EVAP system is pressurizing fuel tank and all the lines while engine is running.
Wow! 6 different BMWs and looks like you never read owner?s manual (check page 182 + pix attached).
Definitely you are more experienced than BMW engineers and all the forum members that were trying to help you.
Good luck
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I agree for different reasons that a driver should turn off their engine. Removing the keys should just be a habit in case of computer related problems. I had one customer get locked out of his car while at a red light due to an ECU malfuction. I am not sure why he got out in the first place and closed the door but that's what happened.
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I agree for different reasons that a driver should turn off their engine. Removing the keys should just be a habit in case of computer related problems. I had one customer get locked out of his car while at a red light due to an ECU malfuction. I am not sure why he got out in the first place and closed the door but that's what happened.
You really don?t need to be rude to other members of this forum. People here try to help each other. I agree 100% with netjazz, you should never refuel with the engine running. It is about safety, common sense and mechanical reasons.
For example: EVAP system is pressurizing fuel tank and all the lines while engine is running.
Wow! 6 different BMWs and looks like you never read owner?s manual (check page 182 + pix attached).
Definitely you are more experienced than BMW engineers and all the forum members that were trying to help you.
Good luck
For example: EVAP system is pressurizing fuel tank and all the lines while engine is running.
Wow! 6 different BMWs and looks like you never read owner?s manual (check page 182 + pix attached).
Definitely you are more experienced than BMW engineers and all the forum members that were trying to help you.
Good luck
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