[michbmw]

not that his isn't something you already have (should be in your Bentley) but this is the wiring schematic for you car, I'm not sure why the combined the two wire connectors into a singular one like your car has but the red with white stripe (positive) and brown (negative) your two wires. if you don't see any voltage there then I suspect it has to be the EKPS (fuel pump control module) that is bad. for a sanity check I would disconnect the connector at the EKPS and check continuity with the wires just to make sure there isn't a break or short in-between. Something else you can try (not that I really recommend this) is to put 12V from another source on the red/white wires and brown wire then try to start the car to see if it starts, if it does you'll at least know your pump is good. voltage is supposed to be 12.6V so something close to 12 should work. though beware of amperage, it is only supposed to be between 8-13 amps, too many amps and you'll cook it or worse, not enough and it may not work

[Synergy]

Originally Posted by michbmw

not that his isn't something you already have (should be in your Bentley) but this is the wiring schematic for you car, I'm not sure why the combined the two wire connectors into a singular one like your car has but the red with white stripe (positive) and brown (negative) your two wires. if you don't see any voltage there then I suspect it has to be the EKPS (fuel pump control module) that is bad. for a sanity check I would disconnect the connector at the EKPS and check continuity with the wires just to make sure there isn't a break or short in-between. Something else you can try (not that I really recommend this) is to put 12V from another source on the red/white wires and brown wire then try to start the car to see if it starts, if it does you'll at least know your pump is good. voltage is supposed to be 12.6V so something close to 12 should work. though beware of amperage, it is only supposed to be between 8-13 amps, too many amps and you'll cook it or worse, not enough and it may not work

It's funny you posted this, because I tested this last night and didn't get a chance to update my thread yet

So here's what I did:

Since I found out there was no power on the red/white wire that plugs directly into the fuel pump, I figured there was an issue with a fuse or relay. I ripped out my rear bolster for the passenger side and started probing the EKP module for 12V. I found there was ~11.5V on the "input" side, but nothing on the "output" side going to the fuel pump.



Here's the "output" side, which goes to the fuel pump. These wires showed no voltage.



Then I removed the module from the car and brought it inside, hooked up an external 12V power source directly to the input side and probed the output side again. Nothing. I found the pinout diagram for what appears to be an IC (Infineon chip PN: BTN7960) and started probing every pin for the proper values. I found that one of the pins was not receiving 12V (either pin #2 or #7 on the chip). The chip is located top center, near my ground.



I flipped the PCB over and removed the rubber pad...and found a big brown spot! Looks like this chip burnt out



So now that I know this chip is burnt out, I can confirm my EKP module is definitely bad. Is this the reason why I don't have power to my fuel pump? Definitely. Will replacing the EKP resolve my car not starting issue? Possibly.

I ordered a replacement EKP on eBay, used, but I'll need to code it? First thing I'm going to do when I get the replacement unit is to test it for power and make sure the hardware is 100% functional. Then I'll worry about the coding afterwards.

michbmw, thank you so much for your help. I'm very appreciative and grateful to see you help a complete stranger, especially when you're not getting paid for it

[GoRomeo]

Interesting find... thank you and keep us posted.

[michbmw]

no problem glad I can help, as for programming the module I believe it needs to be coded with your vin after it is installed. I've done a bunch of coding customizations in the past but never programmed a new module, I'm not sure how it is done.

[michbmw]

you'll need someone with a cable and experience using NCS Expert but attached is the guild to code the module, the one you would select is EKP, the new one needs to be installed in the car before this is done. Alternately they can program it for you at a dealership.

I've never tried this but it is supposed to work

[michbmw]

So did you ever get it fixed? was the fuel pump module the only thing wrong?

[Synergy]

Originally Posted by michbmw

So did you ever get it fixed? was the fuel pump module the only thing wrong?

I just received my K+DCAN cable in the mail today. I'll give it a shot and update this thread once I make any progress. Thanks for checking in! And thanks for the guide! You've been a big help!

[thecadman99]

Way to keep after it Synergy, thanks for sharing.

[Pawlin]

This exact same thing happened to me while driving in traffic. I just had my fuel pump replaced by the dealer the previous day. Towed it back to the dealer, they told me it was a bad fuse to the fuel pump.

[Synergy]

I was able to reprogram the EKP and everything worked. Thanks for your help, everybody!

[michbmw]

Awesome, so pump was still good, ekp fuel pump module was the only thing bad?

[Synergy]

Correct

The pump was still functional. I was able to turn on the fuel pump using the BMW diagnostic cable.

[Brummy]

I have the same problem as you have so i hope that when my new EKP comes it will start up again, I have 12V inn and 0V out to the fuel pump same as you have

my fuel pump is working i have turned it on from my comp thank you for the post this really helpt me out, i was about to send it to a dealer to get it fixt!

[R.Thillman]

Originally Posted by Synergy

Thanks for the reply.

My car has an N51, MY2008 built on March 8, 2008. (Last 7 digits of my VIN are PG07313)

I'm pretty sure you can check all your modules and activate your fuel pump through INPA try that out.

[e90gene]

Hello, I am having a very similar problem.. How did you get to ekpm module? Could you share the steps as I couldn't find any DYI on it.

[NinetyEight740]

Originally Posted by e90gene

Hello, I am having a very similar problem.. How did you get to ekpm module? Could you share the steps as I couldn't find any DYI on it.

It’s behind the rear seat on passenger side

[Savedamanualse90]

Make sure you check all grounding cables, fuses, especially fuse relay then check ekp module.

[Rcue177]

Can someone please help me code a used fuel module in my 06 325i, i have ncs just dont know what to do exactly

[Savedamanualse90]

Originally Posted by Rcue177

Can someone please help me code a used fuel module in my 06 325i, i have ncs just dont know what to do exactly

Originally Posted by Rcue177

Can someone please help me code a used fuel module in my 06 325i, i have ncs just dont know what to do exactly

You need winkfp just YouTube it. I would help but I'm more on a hands on person.

Downloads BimmerGeeks software or purchase one click download on eBay.

Inpa reads all the information and confirm connections to cas etc.

Winkfp is the software that codes it.

I know how you feel. I had to research myself. This forums has turn sour. Less people are willing to help, best phrasing around here is "search it yourself"..

[Rcue177]

Originally Posted by Savedamanualse90

You need winkfp just YouTube it. I would help but I'm more on a hands on person.

Downloads BimmerGeeks software or purchase one click download on eBay.

Inpa reads all the information and confirm connections to cas etc.

Winkfp is the software that codes it.

I know how you feel. I had to research myself. This forums has turn sour. Less people are willing to help, best phrasing around here is "search it yourself"..

thanks alot

[Pav^]

Hi, does anyone have a copy of the missing "Tinypic" images from the original post. They would be really helpful.
Cheers