I immediately thought they sold me a bas ass 535i m sport with a broken. Bmw drivetrain malfunction drive moderately problem youcanic. Basically, my car would start shaking and id get a message on the screen saying drive train malfunction, drive moderately and have the problem checked by service. What does the powertrain malfunctionreduced power rtt. The industry is currently contending that they dont have to follow sec 56 of the cpa, which covers the 6 months implied warrantee, where the consumer can choose between a refund, return or repairs, if the product is defective.
I took the car to the dealer to be inspected after i got the drivetrain malfunction warning. Car doesnt start, drivetrain malfunction error bmw m5. Misfire issue drivetrain malfunction in f series bmw s duration. Bimmerforums is the preferred online bmw forum and community for bmw owners. Front left axle cv shaft for bmw 528i 535i 535d 550i xdrive awd f10 2011 2016 fits. My brother has a 2015 435i, and yesterday a dashboard readout showed drivetrain malfunction and advice to drive slowly to a bmw service center. November 2016 bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2007 2011 bmw x5 3.
Bmw drivetrain malfunction continue the journey at. The dealer said that both warnings were due to the engine thermostat. The drivetrain malfunction message is maddeningly generic, and i still havent found any other references to the valve issue they mentioned. Drivetrain malfunction limp mode bmw m2 forum bimmerpost. The warning is to let you know to decrease the load on the vehicle typically speed and is close to defaulting into a limp home mode for protection. The powertrain malfunction reduced power is a warning that is illuminated when the vehicle is experiencing a condition that if driven can cause damage to the engine, transmission or drivetrain. Bmw drivetrain malfunction continue the journey at moderate speed f30. When it comes to your bmw 528i, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Stopped at traffic light and car indicated drivetrain malfunction, with low oil pressure warning. He did so and was told that he may have had a bad tank of fuel. Drivetrain malfunction the motor industry is an anomaly in the practical application of the consumer protection act at the moment. Repairs are more frequent for the 528i, so you may experience a few more visits to your bmw shop than normal. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable repair manual vehicle product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence.
If you are not going to flush the whole system but only drain the oil pan you need about 4. And lastly, until i am able to get it checked out, if i keep it in normal mode 2011 doesnt have comfort mode will i be. In many cases, this will temporarily reset bmw drivetrain malfunction and allow you to continue your journey. Bmw 528i repair manual 19972011 linkedin slideshare.
Bmw 528i running rough with drivetrain malfunction error. I then call back bmw roadside assistance to send a truck that had dollys to pick up not only the back wheels, but the front wheels. This video is intended to provide a little bit of insight to possible causes of the dreaded drivetrain malfunction message bmw drivers may get. I had the same problem 535i 2011 30000 miles car had loss of power when accelerated from 30 mph to higher speed. The video above shows how to replace blown fuses in the interior fuse box of your 2011 bmw 528i in addition to the fuse panel diagram location. Bmw did have a issue with fuel pumps and the fuel pump module during cold weather causing no starts and the drivetrain message to come on so could be that. The most affordable of the bunch is the 2011 bmw 528i sedan, which starts at a manufacturers suggested. Bmw called and told me the engine needs to be replaced. Our professionals are here to help make sure you find the answers you need to your questions and our community is here to help other. Bmw has stepped up and extended the warranty on the pressure.
It also seems to run rougher than it did before little vibration coming from the engine. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2011 bmw 5 series sedan 4d 535i. What does error message drivetrain malfunction indicate. We can only speculate this is a habit from the old m code days when major revisions carried a tu suffix m62tu and bmw cant completely abandon it. Free bmw stability control dscesc fix that works perfectly and its easy to do.
Our professionals are here to help make sure you find the answers you need to your questions and our community is here to help other brainstorm. The display showed either drivetrain malfunction or transmission malfunction. The industry is currently contending that they dont have to follow sec 56 of the cpa, which covers the 6 months implied warrantee, where the consumer can choose between a refund, return or repairs, if the. The sa drove the car into bmw repair shop and promised calling the next day. Bmw drivetrain driveshaft vibration at highway e46 e39 e60 e61 e63 e70 e71 e82 e90 e91 e92 e93 duration. Automotive readers have rated 2011 bmw 5series 528i 535i 550i f10 sedan owners manual 3. Last time i posted about my x5 on this subreddit was months ago. Jan 25, 2018 bmw drivetrain driveshaft vibration at highway e46 e39 e60 e61 e63 e70 e71 e82 e90 e91 e92 e93 duration. I still have another 400 miles to go before i reach a bmw dealership so they. Bmw 2 hidden menus in cic any model f01 and later how to diy. To many car enthusiasts the bmw 528i is where the german automaker really. It starts, but the drivetrain warning is still there and it is still running rough will decrease in power. Jan 12, 2012 this feature is not available right now.
The worst complaints are drivetrain, engine problems. Tu stands for technical update and indicates a new engineering feature. The normal temperature range, as reflected on the coolant temperature gauge, is between 195 degrees and 215 degrees. To see how frequently 2011 bmw 5series problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Got on freeway today and as i accelerated, the drivetrain malfunction error came on. The indicator light was a yellow engine light followed by drivetrain malfunction. The sixth generation of the bmw 5 series sedan f10 was produced from 2011 2016 with lci updates arriving in 2014. While the symptoms can vary depending on the problem that caused the error, here are what most bmw owners usually notice. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed and failed to respond. This sub reddit is dedicated to everything related to bmw vehicles, tuning, racing, and more. While driving at low speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed and failed to respond.
May 06, 2017 my brother has a 2015 435i, and yesterday a dashboard readout showed drivetrain malfunction and advice to drive slowly to a bmw service center. The affected vehicles may have received a replacement sensor cluster unit scu during a service visit. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. In areas where winterized fuel is used, discuss it at forum view this tsb. How to access both hidden menus in a bmw 5 series f10. Failure of transmission or tcase rear bushing or driveline center support bearing will facilitate driveline malfunction.
That is full system capacity, which includes all the oil in the transmission, oil pan, and torque converter. At bimmerforums, you will find technical howto information maintenance specifics audio advice wheel and tire combinations and model specific details not found anywhere else. The drivetrain malfunction light means that there is a fault in one or more engine management systems. I have no clue what it could be but ill keep you all posted. Getting your 528i fixed at an auto repair shop costs an arm and a leg, but with repairsurge you can do it yourself and save money. See 2011 bmw 5series technical service bulletins tsbs at truedelta, organized by model year and problem area. Sep 19, 2017 2011 535i drivetrain malfunction warning when accelerating coming on more often now. What one pays for a 2011 bmw 5 series is heavily dependent upon which model is selected. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed, but a failure was not found. For more than 40 years the engineers at bmw have continuously improved the lineup to create sedans that epitomize the balance between luxury, comfort and performance. Read driving impressions, get all the details, and see photos of the entrylevel bmw 5series sedan at car and driver.
Nov 17, 2010 bimmerforums is the preferred online bmw forum and community for bmw owners. Just had to return an approved used 2011 f11 520d m sport due to numerous engine management lights and drive train. For bmw 535i 550i 528i 640i 650i 2011 2018 oem front left cv axle shaft fits. I have the same transmission jerkiness at low speeds and a very bad lag in acceleration starting at low speeds. Nov 14, 2016 20 bmw 528i giving a chassis stablization prompt, drive moderately warning came on and next day there is drivetrain malfunction car has completed 100,000 miles and is an automatic. If you read the codes, you may get fault codes related to the valve body also known as the bmw mechatronic. Drivetrain malfunction on 2011 535i xdrive archive. Anyone else have this problem, and, if so, what were the results and outcome. Manual transmission differential fluid 75w90 1 quart 8352257904. My 2012 bmw 528i stalled twice 2 wks ago when i was slowing down at a traffic signal. April 2017 bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain 20172018 m760li xdrive vehicles. At 91,000 faulty wastegate and new turbo system installed if drivetrain malfunction warning came on, i took it to the dealer service drive, left it running, raised the hood, and called for a technician.
When applying the brakes and reducing speed, the vehicle jerked. Bmw drivetrain malfunction continue the journey at moderate. Clues as to the fault will typically be found in downloadable trouble codes, so those codes should be sought, and evaluated. Bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 bmw 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i and 550xi vehicles manufactured march 1, 2010, through august 31, 2011.
The leaking engine oil may get onto the front brake disks, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the. Summary bmw of north america, llc bmw is recalling certain model year 2011 bmw 528i, 528xi, 535i, 535xi, 550i and 550xi vehicles manufactured march 1, 2010, through august 31, 2011. Misfire issuedrivetrain malfunction in f series bmws youtube. The motor industry is an anomaly in the practical application of the consumer protection act at the moment. How much does it cost, parts and labor, to replace sunroof assembly on this car. I immediately stopped and had car towed to bmw dealer. Detailed features and specs for the used 2011 bmw 5 series 528i including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Drivetrain malfunction limp mode n55 engine drivetrain exhaust.
Sep 27, 2017 replacing a transmission itself can range in cost depending on what type of bmw you drive and the year of the vehicle. Drive shaft manual uses center support 278020 which measures 5. Just had to return an approved used 2011 f11 520d m sport due to numerous engine management lights and drive train malfunctions over the past two weeks since we bought it on the 5th. Drivetrain malfunction warning but no check engine light. Called out bmw service and they couldnt find anything wrong, quite annoyingly the car was back to normal and running well by the time they got there. Bmw will also sometimes combine new and old engine keys, such as an n63tu instead of n63t1. Drivetrain malfunction archive bimmerfest bmw forums. Advance auto parts has 2 different repair manual vehicle for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up.
When this light comes on the vehicle does go into limp mode which reduces the power put the vehicle should go faster than 510mph. Now it shows replace remote control battery warning. The engine drivetrain malfunction check control warning is displayed and the service engine soon mil lamp may also be on. I bought the original bmw water pump and its already leaking again, is that on the mechanic. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 83 2011 528 models nationwide. If the engine is not operating within the required temperature range, in your case possibly at too low a temperature, that can reduce fuel. The affected vehicles have engine oil cooler lines that may loosen causing an oil leak in the engine compartment.
The worst complaints are throttle response delay, power train. Electrical components such as your map light, radio, heated seats, high beams, power windows all have fuses and if they suddenly stop working, chances are you have a fuse that has blown out. Service guy doesnt seem to think bmw would cover if so. Bmw 528i repair manual the convenient online bmw 528i repair manual from repairsurge is perfect for your do it yourself repair needs. Eightspeed transmission shifts quickly and keeps engine power in the sweet spot.
Drive shaft manual uses center support 278030 which measures 5. Common bmw transmission problems transmission mechatronic sleeve. Bmw drivetrain malfunction error 5 series 520d m sport fix. From what i have read this is a general error, but based on the symptoms i have it appears it could be the hpfp. Troubleshooting bmw transmission problems youcanic. The 2011 bmw 528 has 27 nhtsa complaints for the power train at 30,896 miles average. Estimated cost of fixing bmw transmission problem autobahn.
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