[dklobuci]

What does Low Boost Mode mean? and what are 2A80 and 2A85 codes?

[AtlantaDude]

Vanos Issues - You'll probably end up having to replace the intake and exhaust vanos solenoids. It's actually really simple, it just seems daunting.

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by Bear From Jax

Vanos Issues - You'll probably end up having to replace the intake and exhaust vanos solenoids. It's actually really simple, it just seems daunting.

Can you elaborate more on that issue?

[AtlantaDude]

Originally Posted by dklobuci

Can you elaborate more on that issue?

VANOS Solenoids control the Adjustable Cams. (Think BMW’s version of V-TEC) Unfortunately, they wear out. They’re not particularly expensive, or hard to install, just a pain. The local BMW shop here wanted $700 plus parts to install both; I bought the parts and did it myself in a couple of hours. (I took my time).

In the end, they’re a maintenance item that has to be replaced with normal wear and tear.

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by Bear From Jax

VANOS Solenoids control the Adjustable Cams. (Think BMW’s version of V-TEC) Unfortunately, they wear out. They’re not particularly expensive, or hard to install, just a pain. The local BMW shop here wanted $700 plus parts to install both; I bought the parts and did it myself in a couple of hours. (I took my time).

In the end, they’re a maintenance item that has to be replaced with normal wear and tear.

would you help me with the exact parts that I need? and did you used a DIY guideline from someone?

[AtlantaDude]

Originally Posted by dklobuci

would you help me with the exact parts that I need? and did you used a DIY guideline from someone?

You'll want to contact BMW and order your parts from them. My BMW stealership used my VIN Number to confirm the parts. It was just two Vanos Solenoids and two bolts. That was it.

There are a handful of helpful videos on youtube regarding changing them. For my 335i, it was super simple. Pull off the intake, pull out the radiator fan (this took me the longest) and bam, the Vanos Solenoids are right there at the front of the motor. Easy Peasy.

[dwells]

It's a cam VANOS solenoid failure; I threw the exact same codes when mine went. They can get gunked up and blocked over time, and you lose boost pressure and throw the code as a result.

There's an intake solenoid and an exhaust solenoid, it can be either one or both that are responsible for the problem. You can try removing them and giving them a thorough cleaning and using compressed air to blow out anything that's stuck. Reinstall them, clear the codes, and see if the codes come back. If they do, then one or both need replacing.

Here's a DIY guide on accessing the solenoids. It includes the part number if you want to order a replacement from your preferred source (I like getbmwparts.com).

[joepcrepairs2]

here
http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...oids/ES205462/


buy 2 of them easy to install theyre in front of the engine fan. you just remove your engine cover so you have enough space to work ...


should be a 30min job

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by dwells

It's a cam VANOS solenoid failure; I threw the exact same codes when mine went. They can get gunked up and blocked over time, and you lose boost pressure and throw the code as a result.

There's an intake solenoid and an exhaust solenoid, it can be either one or both that are responsible for the problem. You can try removing them and giving them a thorough cleaning and using compressed air to blow out anything that's stuck. Reinstall them, clear the codes, and see if the codes come back. If they do, then one or both need replacing.

Here's a DIY guide on accessing the solenoids. It includes the part number if you want to order a replacement from your preferred source (I like getbmwparts.com).

Thanks a lot. I appreciate the help

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by *************

here
http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E92-335...oids/ES205462/


buy 2 of them easy to install theyre in front of the engine fan. you just remove your engine cover so you have enough space to work ...


should be a 30min job

Thanks Joe, I'm definitely ordering them tonight and I saw videos it seemed very easy

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by dwells

It's a cam VANOS solenoid failure; I threw the exact same codes when mine went. They can get gunked up and blocked over time, and you lose boost pressure and throw the code as a result.

There's an intake solenoid and an exhaust solenoid, it can be either one or both that are responsible for the problem. You can try removing them and giving them a thorough cleaning and using compressed air to blow out anything that's stuck. Reinstall them, clear the codes, and see if the codes come back. If they do, then one or both need replacing.

Here's a DIY guide on accessing the solenoids. It includes the part number if you want to order a replacement from your preferred source (I like getbmwparts.com).

I prefer getbmwparts also

[Julian2485]

Originally Posted by dklobuci

I prefer getbmwparts also

Did you change them and did they fix the problem ?

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by Julian2485

Did you change them and did they fix the problem ?

yes and its an easy diy, just done mix the connectors make sure they go in the place where they belong

[Julian2485]

Originally Posted by dklobuci

yes and its an easy diy, just done mix the connectors make sure they go in the place where they belong

Ok I'm going to try to clean them first and if the code comes back I'll replace them. Did both your solenoids go at the same time ?

[dklobuci]

Originally Posted by Julian2485

Ok I'm going to try to clean them first and if the code comes back I'll replace them. Did both your solenoids go at the same time ?

To be honest both codes came on and I just bought 2 new ones

[Julian2485]

Originally Posted by dklobuci

To be honest both codes came on and I just bought 2 new ones

Ok same thing happened to me yesterday but I just deleted code if t comes back I'll clean them and swap and if it comes back again I'll just buy new ones lol