lowering problem - DSC, DBC malfunction

ctip05 · 03-04-2010, 01:22 PM

I just lowered my 2007 e92 335i sport with H&R Sport springs. I was driving for about a week with stock wheels while I waited for my m3 replica wheels to arrive. On my way to get the new wheels and tires mounted I got a service alert for DBC malfunction, DSC malfunction, and Start-Off Assistance Inactive.

I've mounted the wheels and tires and I need to get everything aligned, as the alignment is way off.

The car is CPO, and I'm under warranty, but will lowering void the entire suspension warranty? Can anyone offer suggestions on how I should handle this? I'm planning on getting to the dealer asap to get everything fixed. Thanks.

mister wiggles · 03-08-2010, 09:14 AM

I just noticed this with my car too. I wonder if it's a common problem; matter of fact, my "HELP ME!!" thread sounds very similar to yours.

Any progress?

AYF80 · 03-08-2010, 09:29 AM

Yes it voids the warranty, sorry no help on the issue man.

TheAcAvenger · 03-08-2010, 11:35 AM

I had the same problem (although, not directly following new parts).

Took it to the dealer (with all of my mods on) and they replaced the steering wheel angle sensor under warranty and everything went away.

You can go ahead and get the alignment now. Originally, my error lights were intermittent but eventually they were always on (after a few days).

ctip05 · 03-08-2010, 02:26 PM

Thanks for the info guys. I was freaking out for a little while, but I'm getting it aligned at the dealer today. From my conversation with them, it doesn't sound like its a major issue. They said there are sensors that may have been thrown off from the height adjustment and it could possibly have something to do with the steering wheel angle sensor. I'll post an update as soon as I get the final details.

335TWNTURBO · 03-08-2010, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ctip05

Thanks for the info guys. I was freaking out for a little while, but I'm getting it aligned at the dealer today. From my conversation with them, it doesn't sound like its a major issue. They said there are sensors that may have been thrown off from the height adjustment and it could possibly have something to do with the steering wheel angle sensor. I'll post an update as soon as I get the final details.

please do, i plan on lowering in the next week or two. Im glad you resolving the issue....

GL

ellipsis212 · 03-08-2010, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ctip05

it could possibly have something to do with the steering wheel angle sensor. I'll post an update as soon as I get the final details.

damn were your front wheels pointing in opposite directions after the install?

mister wiggles · 03-09-2010, 11:22 AM

Got my alignment done yesterday. The lights are gone

These cars are more sensitive than my gf a week before her period

RON1X · 03-28-2011, 10:10 AM

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sorry to bump this older thread. but i answered my own question today.
You don't have to reset anything as long it is just the steering wheel alignment sensor. Upon proper alignment the DBC and DSC errors went away without any reset of the ECU. I asked earlier just because I didn't want to have to go back to the stealership to have them replace a sensor...

paulkim510 · 03-28-2011, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mister wiggles

Got my alignment done yesterday. The lights are gone

These cars are more sensitive than my gf a week before her period

LOL

mp7 · 06-11-2011, 11:18 PM

Hey guys I lowered mine today on eibach sportlines and got the steering angle error, the yellow brake light (drive off assist failure) and the tire preassure light.

I've seen some mixed outcomes, some go away with an alignment and sometimes Bmw resets are needed. Original poster didn't give update, im still wondering if the steering sensor is covered under warranty.
Also would the drive off assist failure be covered?
Thank you

edirtaynine · 06-12-2011, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by mister wiggles

Got my alignment done yesterday. The lights are gone

These cars are more sensitive than my gf a week before her period

LOL hahah

fdriller9 · 06-12-2011, 12:56 PM

To reinitialize the steering angle sensor you just disconnect the battery for a few minutes and reconnect it. Start the car and turn the wheel lock to lock.

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ctip05 New Member 6 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2012 328i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: newport beach, ca iTrader: (1)	lowering problem - DSC, DBC malfunction - HELP!! I just lowered my 2007 e92 335i sport with H&R Sport springs. I was driving for about a week with stock wheels while I waited for my m3 replica wheels to arrive. On my way to get the new wheels and tires mounted I got a service alert for DBC malfunction, DSC malfunction, and Start-Off Assistance Inactive. I've mounted the wheels and tires and I need to get everything aligned, as the alignment is way off. The car is CPO, and I'm under warranty, but will lowering void the entire suspension warranty? Can anyone offer suggestions on how I should handle this? I'm planning on getting to the dealer asap to get everything fixed. Thanks.
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mister wiggles Captain 47 Rep 710 Posts Drives: F10 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Houston iTrader: (14)	I just noticed this with my car too. I wonder if it's a common problem; matter of fact, my "HELP ME!!" thread sounds very similar to yours. Any progress?
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AYF80 Major 81 Rep 1,142 Posts Drives: 2015 AY F80 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (0)	Yes it voids the warranty, sorry no help on the issue man.
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TheAcAvenger Brigadier General 134 Rep 3,132 Posts Drives: 2018 R35 GTR / 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: 757 > Nova > Denver iTrader: (1)	I had the same problem (although, not directly following new parts). Took it to the dealer (with all of my mods on) and they replaced the steering wheel angle sensor under warranty and everything went away. You can go ahead and get the alignment now. Originally, my error lights were intermittent but eventually they were always on (after a few days). __________________ 2018 R35 GT-R Cicio800 \| 2007 E92 335i - RB Turbos, TC Kline DA Coils, HPA M3 Suspension, Quaife LSD, Stoptech BBK, JB4, FuelIT, AR Downpipes, RDSport Quads, Stett OC, Helix IC, Volk TE-37, Vorsteiner V-35, OSS Headlights \| Retired - 2015 F82 M4
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ctip05 New Member 6 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2012 328i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: newport beach, ca iTrader: (1)	Thanks for the info guys. I was freaking out for a little while, but I'm getting it aligned at the dealer today. From my conversation with them, it doesn't sound like its a major issue. They said there are sensors that may have been thrown off from the height adjustment and it could possibly have something to do with the steering wheel angle sensor. I'll post an update as soon as I get the final details.
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RON1X Colonel 75 Rep 2,491 Posts Drives: 991 C2S Guards Red Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nashville, TN iTrader: (8) Garage List 2008 E92 M3 [9.00]	(edit) sorry to bump this older thread. but i answered my own question today. You don't have to reset anything as long it is just the steering wheel alignment sensor. Upon proper alignment the DBC and DSC errors went away without any reset of the ECU. I asked earlier just because I didn't want to have to go back to the stealership to have them replace a sensor... __________________ 991.1 C2S PDK, Guards Red \| PDCC \| Sport Chrono + \| Clear Tail Lights \| Alcantara Steering Wheel \| HRE FF01 \| TechArt Springs \| Sport Exhaust Previous: Porsche 997 Turbo 6MT, Atlas Gray \| Cobb Stage 2 \| HRE FF01 \| Europipe Stg. 2 Exhaust \| GMG LMS Rollbar \| GT2 Exhaust Tips \| Pagid RS-29 \| Rennline Pedals \| SSK 997.2 Track Car, heavily modded & E92 M3 DCT, still miss her daily & E92 335i heavily modded Last edited by RON1X; 03-28-2011 at 03:35 PM..
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mp7 New Member 0 Rep 13 Posts Drives: 07 E90 328i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Colonial Heights, VA iTrader: (0)	Hey guys I lowered mine today on eibach sportlines and got the steering angle error, the yellow brake light (drive off assist failure) and the tire preassure light. I've seen some mixed outcomes, some go away with an alignment and sometimes Bmw resets are needed. Original poster didn't give update, im still wondering if the steering sensor is covered under warranty. Also would the drive off assist failure be covered? Thank you
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fdriller9 Banned 253 Rep 7,089 Posts Drives: '06 AW 330xi Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North Jersey/Philly/NYC iTrader: (4) Garage List 2006 330xi [6.44]	To reinitialize the steering angle sensor you just disconnect the battery for a few minutes and reconnect it. Start the car and turn the wheel lock to lock.
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