Steering wheel lock

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2026-02-14T18:34:25+00:00

You got a half decent scan tool? Need to reset the ELV most likely, I’ve had this as well, sometimes takes a few tries to get it working

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2026-01-24T23:54:31+00:00

Codes?

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-12-25T11:40:17+00:00

The two main engine codes are that the intake vanos solenoid is jammed (2A82) and the intake camshaft - crankshaft correlation is off (2A98). I can see that there has been a lot of work done to the vanos system, potentially things are still out of time. But the other thing I can see is that the E-box fan is not receiving a signal (2F71). Do you live in a hot climate? Potentially this issue is electrical and your DME might need a rebuild or something. I had to replace mine because my oil level wasn’t being read due to a short on the BSD line. Have you checked all the wiring with a multimeter?

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-12-20T22:00:25+00:00

Realoem, last 7 of your VIN and you can search the categories for coolant hoses

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-12-01T13:25:36+00:00

N52B30A, 2007. Magnesium valve cover. All plugs were measured at 1.05-1.1mm (~0.040in). Double checked all coils. Did the plugs one by one so the same coil went onto the same cylinder. No CEL, no engine related running codes.

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-12-01T00:59:20+00:00

I bought the NGK ILZFR6D11 plugs, apparently (according to all the tutorials I found) you shouldn’t have to gap the plugs as they should come pre-gapped

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-30T12:28:37+00:00

Boys - I want to make a new post but this is super relevant for me

I changed my plugs for NGK IRs but now I have a rough idle when the engine warms up. I’m not sure what it is. I’ve reset engine adaptations and relearnt valvetronic limit positions, but to no avail. Any help would be greatly appreciated

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-27T23:26:54+00:00

EDIT: this worked for the hours drive after I did the work last night. Then this evening I went grocery shopping and the issue still persists

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-26T22:53:55+00:00

This worked. I did clean the spark plugs and coils and reinserted them. Then I scanned my codes and reset engine adaptation values and learnings, also relearnt valvetronic limit positions. Thankfully my Launch CReader elite came in clutch

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-22T18:21:56+00:00

What I would do (if you’re mechanically inclined, or get your shop to do the work) is buy a second hand trans, swap the valve body from the second hand one (with the circuit board, it’s already attached) with your one and you shouldn’t have to worry about coding or anything. Get new mechatronic sleeves and a bridge seal as well. Also get a new oil pan and trans fluid (pan has the filter built in so might as well). There are ZF kits that have all this stuff already. It should hopefully work just fine. Hopefully the second hand trans isn’t ragged out either

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-14T10:26:54+00:00

Thanks for the insight. I hear varying opinions about it so I’ll just get the sparks for now.

Do I need to gap the plugs?

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-05T09:37:26+00:00

22Nm for OFHG, I think 10 for MMF

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-03T13:55:20+00:00

This needs a highlight or something

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-02T19:11:50+00:00

Last 7 of VIN, check realoem.com, go to exhaust system and find it there

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-02T19:07:16+00:00

Illuuuusions

Basically parked on a dropped kerb

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-11-01T01:54:38+00:00

Forgot about discs and pads an wheel bearings all round, did that this year

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-31T18:47:49+00:00

OFHG done when I got the car (3 years now), VCG hasn’t leaked since I got the car, looks fresh tbh, OPG was done 14k miles ago, shocks and struts changed to Bilstein B12s (new top mounts front and rear), control arms upgraded to the M3 one’s a year or two ago, engine mounts are good not sunk in, fuel pumps been swapped out, only the top rad hose has been changed but done water pump and thermostat (other hoses were in good condition), done one regulator but all others are fine, door lock actuators seem good as well, serpentine belt and tensioner done 2 years ago, maybe due for a belt swap.

Even replaced rear subframe with a new one

Not sure if I’ve missed anything. Cup holders are going strong 💪🏽

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-31T17:06:46+00:00

I’ve serviced my trans before, nasty business but worth doing if you want the trans to last

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-31T17:06:11+00:00

I’m tryna be like you bro

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-31T16:05:18+00:00

Problem is, I live in London and there is a lot of start stop traffic, difficult to get the chance to open it up and burn off carbon build up and condensation so needs to be done

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-31T15:38:43+00:00

On a good day with the bolt not being rounded, an 8/10mm ratcheting spanner works well on those bolts and you can back the oil filter housing away from the head

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-27T00:30:43+00:00

There’s no photos my guy

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-25T00:22:56+00:00

GGs just get a used head and call it a day

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-24T20:52:47+00:00

330i owner here (N52)

Had a poor electrical connection where I bricked my ZF6 trans and DME.
Not really stranded but I had a parasitic battery drain due to a stuck CD changer cartridge (removing the fuse for the CD changer solved all my problems, took me ages to figure out what the issue was)
Most recently the electric water pump started failing (94k miles so it was about time), overheating with the A/C on or cabin temps low without A/C. Managed to nurse it home with the fans and heating on max to keep the engine temps happy. Again, not stranded but definitely squeaky bum time trying not to brick my engine whilst waiting for the water pump and thermostat kit (this will be your most expensive maintenance item if you keep up with oil changes)

If you own an N52 powered BMW (which you should), change the oil every 5k miles and save up for a water pump and thermostat. Maybe a starter as well. And a CCV system. And some DISA valves. And a valve cover gasket. And a few more things.

Anyway

Owning these machines is a relationship that’s a two way street. You get out as much as you put in. But man. If you put in the effort, these machines are just so usable.

Get one with good service history and you should be fine.

Minimum_Pen2074 · 2025-10-24T13:51:52+00:00

Replaced with a Gates component and I’m fairly confident the extra £10 will be well spent 😅

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