[NetCat]

So.. I am a little frustrated with the dealer so I thought I would ask here.

Anyone have a 2011 335 with the Check Engine light on?

Mine turned on almost immediately after purchase (End of May). The dealer ordered a new mass airflow meter after checking the codes. When the part arrived they found a tech update that declared the issue a software problem. They thought the new release would be ready in September.

I have been trying to follow up with the Service Adviser but he isn't returning my emails or calls.

So .. Does anyone know if this software update has been released?

Thanks
Chad

[FrankiE90]

Originally Posted by NetCat

So.. I am a little frustrated with the dealer so I thought I would ask here.

Anyone have a 2011 335 with the Check Engine light on?

Mine turned on almost immediately after purchase (End of May). The dealer ordered a new mass airflow meter after checking the codes. When the part arrived they found a tech update that declared the issue a software problem. They thought the new release would be ready in September.

I have been trying to follow up with the Service Adviser but he isn't returning my emails or calls.

So .. Does anyone know if this software update has been released?

Thanks
Chad

welcome to the forum.
sucks to hear about your new bimmer acting up like that already.
Just make sure the dealer gives you a loaner until the problem is fixed.

what bmw dealership you going to?

-call another SA there at the dealership to get your answer if your current SA isn't returning your calls.

[IcebergM4]

Originally Posted by NetCat

So.. I am a little frustrated with the dealer so I thought I would ask here.

Anyone have a 2011 335 with the Check Engine light on?

Mine turned on almost immediately after purchase (End of May). The dealer ordered a new mass airflow meter after checking the codes. When the part arrived they found a tech update that declared the issue a software problem. They thought the new release would be ready in September.

I have been trying to follow up with the Service Adviser but he isn't returning my emails or calls.

So .. Does anyone know if this software update has been released?

Thanks
Chad

Yup, mine came on yesterday for no reason. It's weird because the car runs just fine since I bought it in June. My SA called me and told me that the low pressor sensor was failing and throwing a code but they checked the fuel system and it's working perfectly

[scrufy]

Check engine light? Oh that thing is on all the time. I thought it was the auto map light.
Welcome to the forum.
Seriously though, I have a lot of issues with my car but there are some on here that have relatively trouble free experiences...and I hate every one of them! LoL
Oh and if a SA didnt return my call after the next afternoon, time for a new dealer. Its funny how some of them think they are so important..lmao

[John 070]

My car was not new, it was 34 mos. old when it suddenly died while I was driving. I wanted to think it was a fluke, but logically, how could it be? What was surprising at the time was a) how the dealership didn't take it seriously b) how the SES lamp meant nothing, because it was on, then it was off. One time it was on for 4 days, and when I got to the dealership, it was off, and they said vehicle performing as designed.

I was one of those people who thought the DME stored the reason for what happened, regardless of if the lamp were lit or not. But then again, this is my first BMW, and my first go around of spending a lot of money to be treated like second class.

That first SES was the beginning of a 6 mo. journey into total breakdown land. Again, the only hint that the problem would be fixed would be the PUMA case after 10X shutting down in the middle of traffic. There are no flukes with BMW. The only thing that are certain are my local income taxes and BMWs unwillingness to fix anything until you get upset and intolerable of their attitude.

[Php]

man this is messed up, for a car that new, and it's already having sensor failures?

[RickC]

My 2008 335 has had no check engine light issues. My wifes 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee V8 has been in 3 times for check engine lights with a different O2 sensor each time. Hope you get it resolved

[NetCat]

So.. Just to be clear..

My car has always run just fine it just had the annoying check engine light on. I was more annoyed with the Service Adviser at my local Austin dealer not returning my calls and emails over the past couple of months.

Maybe he just doesn't like answering when he doesn't have good news. He finally answered this morning and apparently BMW has released a new software update last Friday. So we will see if this fixes it. I will update this thread when I know.

An update for others that might have the issue. My problem seems to go away when the air temperature is lower. Since it has been cooler down here the light has been turning off for some periods of time and then turning back on when warmer weather returns.

Thanks
Chad

[FrankiE90]

Originally Posted by NetCat

So.. Just to be clear..

My car has always run just fine it just had the annoying check engine light on. I was more annoyed with the Service Adviser at my local Austin dealer not returning my calls and emails over the past couple of months.

Maybe he just doesn't like answering when he doesn't have good news. He finally answered this morning and apparently BMW has released a new software update last Friday. So we will see if this fixes it. I will update this thread when I know.

An update for others that might have the issue. My problem seems to go away when the air temperature is lower. Since it has been cooler down here the light has been turning off for some periods of time and then turning back on when warmer weather returns.

Thanks
Chad

that makes no sense.
let us know what u find out.

[John 070]

Originally Posted by FrankiE90

that makes no sense.
let us know what u find out.

That's the BMW SA way of responding to a customer complaint, all kidding aside.

Something is wrong, so take it to the dealership to log it. Don't ignore it, because even a wasted visit to the dealership, is one visit closer to resolution.

[persian54]

try a new dealer?

[John 070]

Seriously, a SES is not a fluke. And I have seen mine turn off on its own as well. It was a precursor to many a time where the vehicle shut off unexpectedly, and there was, of course, something wrong. Just took 4 visits for any resolution, over a 6 mo. period.

Trying another dealership is not a bad idea, don't feel obligated to go to the one where the vehicle was purchased.

[NetCat]

Originally Posted by FrankiE90

that makes no sense.
let us know what u find out.

I am curious as to why you think that it doesn't make sense. I am always looking to learn a little.

Here is why I think it does make sense:

The issue with my car is that the computer thinks that Mass Air Flow sensor is not working correctly. I believe the Mass Air Flow sensor is what tells the ECU how much air is entering the car so that the correct fuel can be injected to match the air...

Since Air density changes with temperature then why couldn't the formula for higher temps be off and cause the error light? It isn't like Germany has to deal with Texas temps very often.

My car seems to run a bit rich (dark tail pipes) and that might be a result of the incorrect ECU code.

Anyway . .. my 2 cents
Chad

[IcebergM4]

Ok guys, I just got my car serviced yesterday and apparently it was a software update that was necessary AND a DTML pump that had to be replaced. It's some kind of pump that is related to the gas tank
It didn't affect the drivability of the car though and I'm trying to get in touch with my SA to get more info for everyone. So far the car's throttle response is much better, but I think that might me due to the reprogramming with the HPA drop-in filter. I can't wait for my ProCede to arrive!!

PS: disconnecting the exhaust valve actuator (the connection in the trunk) for the golf tee mod is a big NO NO for the N55!