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08-12-2022, 01:27 AM | #1 |
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Vanos solenoid
I have a 2013 128i with 69k miles and I recently got a fault code 2A7C so I think it’s time to replace the Vanos Solenoids. Should I just buy a set of Genuine BMW solenoids or aftermarket? If aftermarket, does anyone know which brand is OEM? Thanks
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I used Vaico and they just failed right out of the box. Also check your oil housing cover. If that plastic center fails you might get vanos errors as well. https://www.drive2.ru/l/7135340/ |
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2A7C was the code I got when my intake vanos gear bolts failed. You're still in the 10 year extended warranty for Recall Campaign 14V-176 so if solenoids don't fix your issue I would go straight to the dealer
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Okay. Thanks for the info. However, not sure my car qualifies for this recall? I read it was only for n52 up to 2012. I’ll have to ask the dealer about this, as I might be turning it in for the FRM recall.
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My Genuine BMW Vanos Solenoids from FCP Euro finally arrived. I installed them last week, which was fast and easy. Wow...what a difference. There's no codes and there's substantially more power past 4k rpm, plus now I can hear the Euro Airbox I installed before the solenoids. I highly recommend this to anyone with more than 65k miles on their solenoids.
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