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3 series (E90/91) model year: starting from July 2006

Z4 (E85) model year: starting from January 2006

X3 (E83) model year: starting from September 2006

All models with engine code N52 / N54

Engine control light is on

Vehicle starts up poorly

Vehicle runs "out of true"

Error code: Adjustable camshaft

Error code: Adjustable camshaft

If one or more of the above-mentioned defects are reported for these vehicle models in conjunction with various error codes regarding the adjustable camshaft (VANOS), this may be due to a sticking or stiff magnetic valve of the VANOS system.

In this case, the magnetic valve must be checked and replaced if necessary.

Important safety note Technical information and practical tips have been compiled by HELLA in order to provide professional support to vehicle workshops in their day-to-day work. The information provided on this website is intended for use by suitably qualified personnel only. Reprinting, distribution, reproduction, exploitation in any form or disclosure of the contents of this document, even in part, is prohibited without our express, written approval and indication of the source. The schematic illustrations, pictures and descriptions serve only for the purposes of explanation and representation of the instructions and cannot be used as a basis for installation or assembly work. All rights reserved.

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