P0169 Bmw Z1 Diagnostic Trouble Code
P0169 Bmw Z1 code definition:
P0169 is a kind of OBD-II Diagnostic P-Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code for Bmw Z1.
P0169 Bmw Z1 is defined as Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low. This means the CMP (camshaft position) sensor circuit on engine bank 1 sends an irregular reading. The PCM then uses this data to provide the right strategies for the fuel delivery and ignition timing of the engine.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a P0169 Bmw Z1 diagnostic trouble code may include:
- Faulty or damaged wiring
- The engine oil will exhibit dilution from the ECUs attempts to increase engine temperature. Some vehicles advance the fuel injection timing slightly after top center to afterburn a small amount of fuel to increase exhaust temperatures. Some of this fuel enters the crankcase. When the ECU determines the necessity to regenerate the DPF, the service life of the oil be shortened significantly
- Poor fuel economy
- The light may stay on or light intermittently as the DPF regenerates. The engine will be sluggish on acceleration.
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Possible Causes :
- Rough running engine due to misfiring plugs. Many engines have misfire codes to indicate the cylinder effected, such as P0307 for number 7.
- Rarely - faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM-programming required after replacement)
- A large vacuum leak would cause a massive amount of un-metered air to enter the intake manifold resulting in an overly lean mixture.
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Common Misdiagnoses
- TP Sensor Learn Not Complete Problem
- Low Coolant Circuit Problem
- Cruise Control System - Vehicle Accel Too High Problem
- TFP Valve Position Switch-Drive Without Drive Ratio Problem
- Problem
Repair Processes :
Look at the plug wires to make sure they are not burnt or laying on the exhaust.
Look for missing ground strap or a rusty ground where the fuel tank is grounded to the frame. Check for damage to the wiring harness connector.
Check to make sure they are not burnt or corroded. If in doubt, get some Electrical Contact cleaner at any parts store if cleaning of the terminals is needed.
Process Tips
Diagnostic trouble code P0169 Bmw Z1 is not difficult to diagnose and repair. Thus, it always pays to have a qualified technician to look after your vehicle should this error code arise.
Diagnosing this code requires the engine to be in good running shape, without unmetered air entering the engine. If other codes that relates to misfiring condition, lean running or air entering the engine is present, then you must first fix those error codes before P0169 Bmw Z1.
Fortunately, P0169 Bmw Z1 is a fairly common OBD code, meaning that it applies to all makes and models of vehicles made after 1996.
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