Fault Information


Fault Code Description
Fault Code Conditions
Fault Time Condition
DME: VANOS intake
Service Plan

'A' Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Retarded (Bank 1)
Fault Impact
Voltage condition:
- Electrical system voltage > 10 V
Temperature condition:
- Engine temperature between 0 °C and 110 °C
Time condition:
- None
Other conditions:
- Start process terminated, engine running
none

The fault is recognized when the VANOS fails to trail the specified value within the specified period.

Potential problem source(s):
- Extreme contamination on or seizure at VANOS solenoid valve
- Stiction or defect in VANOS assembly

Warnings
Service Notes
- Check VANOS solenoid valve for contamination, respond to severe contamination by removing filter screen with tab
- Install new solenoid valve (valve seized)
- Replace VANOS unit
- 'Always proceed step-by-step - Check system after each step (clear control module fault memory and test operation)'