BMW drivetrain fault fix bmw F10 f11 N57 drivetrain malfunction low power misfire check engine light

[@thisissparta9]

The best and most comprehensive video I've seen so far on this topic. For people with bi/tri turbo setups, another infamous failure point is the vaccuum system but otherwise doing all the things you showed will solve the problem for 99% of people.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thanks for your nice comment. Much appreciated. Although most people won't have the patience to watch the full video I tried to capture the full process for the ones that will appreciate it. Thanks for your time buddy🤝

[@tannerhennessy7223]

This is supper helpful as I just acquired a 2011 750li F01.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@tannerhennessy7223 thanks

[@hallefranklin2646]

Hi Carl, could a drivetrain fault on a tri turbo set up be completly unrelated to egr and caused by vaccum system alone? I had the egr cooler replaced last week (recall) and ever since picking it up from bmw the drivetrain fault pops up on cold engine, power loss when accelerating. Im adament BMW have caused this whilst they worked under the bonnet 😒 They are trying to blame it solely on the turbo- and im not buying it

[@thisissparta9]

@@hallefranklin2646 Can definitely be caused by vaccum system. The pressure converters and electric changeover valves frequently go bad and they operate the turbine control flap, multiple actuating air flaps and wastegate. Could also be an issue with the vaccum lines themselves, possibly a cracked, disconnected or pinched line. I'd recommend using smoke to test the vaccum lines and a vaccum pump to see if the pressure converters and changeover valves hold vaccum properly.

[@xristospanagiotopoulos7401]

the best video. thanks. i have the same problem. now am going to fixe..

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@xristospanagiotopoulos7401 You are welcome🤝🏻

[@JBergem]

Soo thankfull that people like you actually take the time to make videos like these! So incredibly nice of you. Thank you!

[@TheKeenMechanic]

My pleasure😊

[@recorobertos]

Great job. I work at a BMW dealership I change 1 or 2 EGR valves and a cooler every day most of the BMW series even new ones have recall. Because they have issues with the EGR valve and cooler leaking. The old ones are Korean the new parts are from Germany they make new parts and BMW pays all expenses.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thanks for sharing this info. I love it when actual BMW technicians become part of this community and share their knowledge and experience.🤝🏻

[@recorobertos]

@@TheKeenMechanic you are very welcome! I should be thanking you for making these great videos and sharing them with the world tho I am a car mechanic, but I love watching videos like that in my spare time. You are an awesome mechanic! 😁

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@recorobertos I think this is by far the best compliment I have ever received on this channel. I really mean it as it is coming from a BMW technician🤝🏻

[@recorobertos]

@@TheKeenMechanic it's my pleasure to say that. Other mechanics my not say that because many mechanics are jealous they don't wanna compliment the good and hard work of the other awesome mechanics like you. I have friends and relatives they are all envy because when they were a mechanic I didn't even know how to open cars bonnet and know after 20 years I left them behind they got jealous of me. And when I see someone like you doing all these hard work in a small place and with limited tools I feel like I don't know anything. Because I work at a multimillion euro company with all luxuries 20 different kinds expensive jacks all kinds devices 50 mechanics workers yet still we complain and have difficulty to work sometimes. And no matter how good we are we still can't be perfect we do make a mistakes, mess up and forget something and there will come something new that we don't know how to do it. I have learned lots on youtube and still will learn till the end of our lives. And I am sure someday I will learn from you too 😁 so we as a good mechanica never know appreciate our hard work just be proud because you are real great mechanic!😁

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@recorobertos It is not very often I come across people like you, so professional and honest. I am happy to exchange whatsapp or email so we can keep in touch and share some good and bad experience😊

[@WankerZoff]

You may find this interesting - I had the same faults on my 2015 BMW 218d (F45) with 115000 miles. I had the EGR valve changed, but it made no difference. However, there is a recall from BMW on the EGR cooler, which they say may cause these symptoms. I contacted their Customer Services and they sent a breakdown truck to my house and took my car to the local BMW dealership. The EGR cooler was replaced AND the intake manifold was also replaced as part of the recall as the original faulty EGR cooler had also caused damage to the intake manifold. My car now runs great with no faults, and the total cost? NOTHING - all done free as part of the recall!

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Nice one. It is not very often you hear the good stories like this. This is the way it should be. Not all dealerships are the same so this must be one of the good ones. It also could be the case of too many court cases and they are trying to fix the issue in case the car goes on fire as people can get injured or worse. Glad to hear you got sorted

[@WankerZoff]

I forgot to mention that the dealer also lent me a BMW 120d X Drive auto while my car was being repaired. And I didn't even have to ask for a loan car - they volunteered it! Thumbs up for Halliwell Jones in Warrington.@@TheKeenMechanic

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@WankerZoff Great job. Fair play to them. They know how to do business

[@antonytheolddog8626]

I've got a recall booked in for Feb 2025, literally today a drive train warning popped up out of nowhere..car seems to run okay at the moment, but I'm going to limit it's use until I get the egr replacement for free.and hopefully it will sort it. Nice one guys.

[@antonytheolddog8626]

​@@WankerZoffI have been offered 30 quid for taxi fares on my recall for next year, it's BMW Manchester at the Trafford centre. I'd much rather have a car , but it's all good..

[@muzzammildeen901]

Greetings from South Africa.. thank you so much for your in depth video.. it has really assisted me with doing the intake cleaning on my n57. Much appreciated

[@TheKeenMechanic]

You are welcome buddy. Glad to hear you found it helpful

[@markpitt6072]

Going to attempt this on my 530d GT shortly... Have the same cold start poor idle and after replacing glowplugs and module with no effect I'm assuming it must be EGR & Inlet issues. Your video is excellent and will be a big help when I'm tackling mine. Thanks for taking the time to make this video 🤘👍

[@TheKeenMechanic]

You are very welcome. I am glad you came across my video as I know it will definitely be helpful when working on the N57 engine. Best of luck buddy🤝🏻

[@lewisl9257]

hi , I'm having the same problem and it's the same car as yours, how did you fix yours in the end? my egr looks fine is it the intake manifold?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Did you watch the full video?

[@JeffreyVL]

Excellent video, used it on my side to clean out the EGR on my, 535D F11, very helpfull. Just had some trouble on the crispy connectors

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi and thanks for your feedback. I am glad to hear you found it helpful. When I get comments like this makes my day as I know my work videos have done their job🔧🔩🤝

[@Spycorprmindiapvtltd]

Actually I'm owning a BMW 520d getting the same error repeatedly in my vehicle I've seen the total video without skipping a single min, Excellent job man 👌👌 The great part of this video is you haven't replaced any original product and cleaned it in very well manner Marvelous job buddy 👍👍

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you so much buddy. This means so much to me to hear this video is fulfilling it's purpose. I have about 20-30 more videos recorded showing the full process of replacing timing chains and rebuilding the engine. Hope to see you around and glad to be able to help you🙌

[@Spycorprmindiapvtltd]

@@TheKeenMechanic 100% I'll look into all of your videos, I felt so happy to see this video and i really appreciate your work Love you buddy 💖

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@Spycorprmindiapvtltd 🥰🙌

[@Angel.snchez]

Before at cold start it would sound like crap and rough idle. Then driving it went away. Car drove smooth. Once i changed the spark plugs and oil it started act up. Still had those misfires though prior.

[@victorprioroc1009]

Amazing video ! Thank you. According ista it is important to reset adaptations for air system - egr, after finishing the job.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

🤝🤝🤝

[@elvisisdog]

Brilliant work, you deserve more subscribers!

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thanks buddy. I do it with passion as I love cars. I have just got the same customer's car yesterday for timing chain and guides so will be pulling the engine out. There will be a lot more content coming soon🔧🔩🤝

[@dinhvanpham8102]

Hi, I have great news. My turbocharger leaks on the charge air hose to intercooler. I take a hard crap on the hose and push it hard to the turbocharger. I heard a click and the charge air hose is locked and seal. No more leaks and the turbocharger works at last. The leaks was caused by the car worker do not use silicon when he connect the charge air hose to the turbocharger and the hose did not slide into lock position. I have bought two new charge air hoses and my plan is to replace both when I do a service on my intercooler. Thank you very much for all your fantastic videos. I have learned a lot. :-))

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@dinhvanpham8102 You are welcome. Glad to hear you got it sorted

[@cliftonjohnson7667]

Love your video i recently had my egr valve and inlet manifold replace on my 520d and still getting the same error message the car runs lovely its annoying to keep getting the same error message. 👍👍

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hope you get it sorted🤝🏻

[@busking6292]

DPF ?

[@geeman3683]

Hello sir i did a manifold clean and put everything together hiwever forgot to remove the battery now are is just crank8ng and not starting pls help i dont have ista i have bm500 obd reader only .

[@Xenomorph-1978]

Hello, beautiful and clear video. I probably have the same problem. I hope there are experts like you in the Czech Republic. Please pray for me.😔

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you. I am sure there will be many like me in the Czech Republic. You have great engineers and mechanics there. Best of luck

[@Xenomorph-1978]

@@TheKeenMechanic Thank you very much for the codes, they will definitely come in handy.😉

[@Xenomorph-1978]

Thank you very much for the codes, they will definitely come in handy.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@Xenomorph-1978 No problem🤝

[@MattewVillavicencio]

Does any know where I can find the egr location for my 335i f30 ??

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@MattewVillavicencio google it buddy

[@geeman3683]

Hello sir i did a manifold elbow clean new gaskets after putting together the car is just cranking and not starting fogot to remove battery showing closed circuit on actuator.pls help.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@geeman3683 You will have to scan for fault codes and clear codes. Start with the basics buddy. I am sure it is something silly

[@geeman3683]

@TheKeenMechanic thx s sir batter y showing 11.7 hard to crank engine will I have to re register the battery as it was disconnected thxs or ground earth issue.thxs

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@geeman3683 I didn't have to register the battery on mine after I disconnected the battery. Your battery should be above 12v. Try to jump start it, charge the battery or replace it

[@conal9628]

I have a f10 535i and I just did a oil filter housing and cooler gaskets, and once started back up got a drivetrain malfunction. Please help lmk what to do

[@conal9628]

Runs very rough sounds like a diesel out of nowhere

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@conal9628 You have probably forgot to plug in something, check everything again. If no luck get someone to help you

[@Angel.snchez]

Im getting misfires in cylinder 1,4,5,6. New spark plugs. Moved the coils around and injectors. Nothing followed. Good compression on all cylinders

[@TheKeenMechanic]

You can have a vacuum leak from somewhere

[@Angel.snchez]

@@TheKeenMechanic so i fixed the issue. Im only getting p052B now. Only thing is at cold start i get surging. After a few seconds it goes away and car drives perfect. No issues.. Doesn’t lag or anything. I checked the cam sensors and both were gunked up. Im thinking maybe they are both bad. Would that cause that code?

[@Angel.snchez]

Cold start “A” camshaft position timing over retarded bank 1. Ive already replaced both vvt solenoids and flushed the oil.

[@Angel.snchez]

@@TheKeenMechanic theres no rattling or anything as well. I can do high revs and everything sounds normal.

[@Angel.snchez]

I have a 2011 f10. At idle it’s similar to yours. Sounds like it wants to turn off. Does sometimes. Turns back on idling normal then starts misfiring again. Also get the same warning message.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Did you check the parts I show in this video?

[@cristianbataturescu5695]

Good job. Thanks for the video. Tell me please what did you use to check errors ??

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@cristianbataturescu5695 BMW factory software called ISTA+

[@cristianbataturescu5695]

@@TheKeenMechanic I can't find this ista+ Do you have any idea where can i find to buy ? Im in Denmark country, Europa. Does it come with some hardware adapters something ?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@cristianbataturescu5695 go to ebay.co.uk and type in ista+ You can buy it already installed on a laptop or a hard drive or just the software and install on your laptop

[@RaviKirubanandan]

Great video and commentary- thanks for the effort

[@TheKeenMechanic]

You are welcome🤝🏻

[@MrSnejinko]

Actually insane work...

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you

[@rapidlabourhiregroup8852]

Such a great video in depth very thankful for this God bless legend much love❤

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you🤝🙌🤝

[@mgnumd8944]

Thanks for posting, very useful and clear

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@mgnumd8944 Thanks for watching and I am glad to hear it was useful

[@paulius5556]

Hi, when you replaced EGR Valve, did you have to calibrate it?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

No calibration needed. Just install and go. Thanks

[@paulius5556]

Thanks💪

[@oktayceyhan5820]

Where is your place and how much would you charge to do same service for my bmw 520d 2010 please?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi buddy and thanks for watching. I get asked a lot this question, I am in Northern Ireland.

[@vtecminileon]

Absolute brilliant video. Well explained

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you

[@2Drezik]

i'm curious, did it it fix your problem ? I've done most of what you showed here (but still have to redo the swirl flap actuator) other things to consider that *will* break : all the power pulleys + crank, accesoiries belt, waterpump, thermostat. These diesel bmw's are superb machines, but all that diesel gunk kills them in time if not properly maintained as you showed. If you have *any* error in the hole thing (glow plug, relay, any sensor really or motor error) , regen won't start ! I've learned the hard way this is *crucial* on these cars....turbo, dpf, egr, manifold, it will kill it all if dpf regen is not working. This video is gold by the way, really impressive good work, well done.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi, yes, the car was fully fixed with no more issues. The customer is extremely happy and spreading the word locally which has brought me more business. 5k miles later sweet as a nut and fuel consumption is 6.5l/100km or 44mpg UK on longer journeys

[@dinhvanpham8102]

Hi, I had a lot drive train error messages after a turbocharge crash and even after a new turbocharger is installed I got drive train from 1200- 3000 rpm. I found the map sensor was glogged with oil and carbon. I clean the map sensor with brake cleaner. Use a cloth and put som egr/turbo cleaner and clean the hull where tthe map sensor is installed 5 times. After this clean operation, the drive train error disappeared. The map sensor is supposed to give up to 4 bar pressure for an engine to work properly. Now at last my new car workshop has managed to replace and install a new turbocharger. He use only one day and the turbocharger is working perfectly. I have to replace the booster pressure solenoid and the charger pressure regulator ventile. There are two booster pressure solenoids and two charger pressure regulator ventiles. I am going to replace all four of them. Even the map sensor will be replaced. My car has never been so quick and fast. I am very pleased and happy.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Nice to hear a happy end story. Enjoy the car and I wish you many trouble free miles🤝🏻

[@markovukcevic6595]

was it shaking because of the erg valve or heater relay, so you haven't concluded maybe?, these are regular problems on every f10 n57

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi Probably a bit of both but I think more the EGR valve. Every time it tried to open/close it shook the engine quite hard. Car was 100% after the work. Funny enough the customer just dropped the car back to me today for timing chain and guides. Thanks for your message

[@markovukcevic6595]

@@TheKeenMechanic thank you, we are waiting for the video 🤔

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@markovukcevic6595 It will take a while for the video as I am extremely busy at the moment but I think this will be great content to share on the channel as I will have to take the engine out completely and do other maintenance jobs🤝

[@dinhvanpham8102]

Where did you buy the nice little moment key?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi No idea what a moment key is to be honest

[@dinhvanpham8102]

@@TheKeenMechanic I mean Torque wrench

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@dinhvanpham8102 most of my torque wrenches were bought on Ebay or Amazon

[@AlgimantasRibokas]

Very nice job 😊thanks for video🤗

[@TheKeenMechanic]

No problem. I have at least another 30 videos coming soon on the F10 F11 N57 including timing chains and engine and grarbox removal🤝

[@dinhvanpham8102]

Best video I have seen. I have a BMW F11 525D with the engine N47T. My turbo stop working and the car workshop has installed a new turbo. My car is very slow when I accerate. If I accerate too hard the drivetrain error pops up. It seems to me I have a vacuum problem somewhere in the system. What is your suggestion on how I can find out what is wrong?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Very hard to tell from afar. Might be best to bring the car back to the garage where they installed the turbo as they know what they were doing at the time and know the history of the car. By the way I have a lot more content coming on the F10 F11 chassis. I have the engine and transmission out for timing chains so this will definitely be at least 20-30 videos on various things that will cover 80% of these cars🤝

[@dinhvanpham8102]

@@TheKeenMechanic Thank for your quick response. I hav already made appointment with the garage next thursday. They have not run a diagnostic or tested the car properly after turbo rreplacement. It was my suggestion to them to flush the DPF and run a regeneration on the DPF. Uselly the job for turbo replacement is very big and include cleaning of the vaccum system. The garage did not complete any cleaning operation. The garage price is very high , cost me 3031 GBP. include the turbo. A BMW garage cost 4416 GBP. By the way my car has got a recall from BMW concerning replacement of the EGR and the Egr valve as well. It is free and I should waite for my turn. I find your video very tutorial and it encouraged me to do some research on my own. I am loooking forward to watch your videos.👍

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@dinhvanpham8102 Funny enough I was cleaning the DPF yesterday evening and managed to record good footage so it should be a brilliant tutorial

[@TheKeenMechanic]

It is crazy what garages charge and still not fix the problem. When you pay these prices you want no hassle. I can't imagine how they stay in business with such poor service. I hope they can sort it our fast for you

[@dinhvanpham8102]

@@TheKeenMechanic What is the partnummer for the gasket bully? I need the same gaskett when I do the same cleaning operation on my engine N47T.

[@7828martin]

hi where are you have this problem and. local garage unhelpful

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Northern Ireland

[@adamsvlog3058]

Hi mate i have been watching your video i have f10 520d having drivedrain issue , i dont want to change the car i love it can i bring the car to you

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi Thanks for reaching out. My schedule is full months ahead so I am afraid I can't help you out buddy. I go into detail in my video which should allow anyone who has basic knowledge and tools to be able to do it. Bear in mind that a lot of cars are remapped and modified nowadays and this makes it more difficult for mechanics to get to root cause. Try some local BMW specialist and I am sure you will get sorted as these are common problems with the N47 N57 engines🤝

[@maierazor]

What brand egr did you use, and did it need adaptation ?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi and thanks for your comment The customer chose Febi 107784 EGR Valve. No adaptation was needed. 2000miles later the car is running very well with no issues. Hope this helps 🤝

[@maierazor]

Thanks for your answer, I also did pretty much everything, changed egr, cleaned the intake manifold. Codes that keep popping are: 4933 and 497d.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@maierazor Hi. You will need to have a look at all sensors and find the one causing the problems. It could be MAF sensor, vacuum leaks, damaged hoses etc. Best to go to a specialist if you cant do it yourself as you don't want to waste money and swap good parts. Hope this helps

[@andreitanase8432]

i want to do same think on my BMW F11 2012

[@TheKeenMechanic]

🙌

[@matejoorsos231]

What can happen if Drivetrain l don’t fix it

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@matejoorsos231 You can try and see, let us all know what happens

[@andreitanase8432]

where are you located?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Northern Ireland

[@andreitanase8432]

@@TheKeenMechanic Far away from London..

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@andreitanase8432 No problem. Thanks for appreciating my work🤝🏻

[@andreitanase8432]

@@TheKeenMechanic i realy appreciating your work .verry nice

[@stevenclark1973]

Brilliant video thankyou

[@TheKeenMechanic]

My pleasure🤝

[@alexandruneacsu2292]

Where are you based? How much will this entire job cost?. I have similar symptoms. Thanks.

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi I am based in Northern Ireland Thanks

[@alexandruneacsu2292]

@@TheKeenMechanic damn. I am near Glasgow. Nice great job you are doing:)

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@alexandruneacsu2292 No worries. You will find someone local to you🤝. Thank you, I love cars so I work with passion and pleasure. Best of luck

[@MsREDCIVIC]

Hi, how much would this iob cost on a average? Thanks

[@MsREDCIVIC]

I am being offered a 535d f10, drives fine, however when hard acceleration it doesn't have full power and the drivetrain message comes up on screen.

[@Parkooo]

Excellent work. wish i lived close by to bring my car up to get it sorted I have a 535d with an EGR and DPF delete. i noticed that it has a slight uneven shake at idle, I don't know why the car has good full economy though (7.8 l/100km in the city) and doesn't feel lethargic or low on power but that slight unevenness is kinda anoying

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thanks for your message buddy. 535d is a great car. This is very impressive economy you are getting by the way. Not sure why it will run uneven at idle. I assume your intake is clean due to your EGR delete. It would be worth checking with the person who mapped out the egr to get his opinion. I am currently in the process of taking the engine and gearbox out for timing chains major service and rebuild. There will be many videos coming🤝

[@moynulislam693]

I have egr fault should I drive car

[@TheKeenMechanic]

You can but I would fix it as soon as possible🤝

[@shaarimokhtar1269]

Thank u bro

[@TheKeenMechanic]

You are welcome

[@johnshaw8013]

EGR systems should be binned as all this crap in the inlet side wouldn't be there otherwise. What's more planet friendly, a few grams of emissions, or having to buy a new engine / car?

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Totally agree. The whole industry and emissions regulations is a total scam. It is costing the average joe an arm and a leg to keep their cars on the road but then a war starts and it is ok for one of the wealthiest countries to start using coal🤯

[@ndumbadavid20]

Perfect video 💯 🫡

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Thank you David🤝

[@oxconapopona8307]

Please where about in uk are you

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@oxconapopona8307 Hi. I am in Northern Ireland. Thanks

[@oxconapopona8307]

@@TheKeenMechanic have same issue with my bmw series 1 find it difficult to get the right person to fix it

[@TheKeenMechanic]

@@oxconapopona8307 I hear that a lot to be honest. Very hard to find someone who works with passion and has respect for customer's vehicle as if it is their own. Hope you get it sorted buddy🔧🔩🤝

[@adamsvlog3058]

I know your are in northern ireland any contact details or if you can just talk to my mechanic

[@TheKeenMechanic]

Hi Thanks for reaching out. My schedule is full months ahead so I am afraid I can't help you out buddy. I go into detail in my video which should allow anyone who has basic knowledge and tools to be able to do it. Bear in mind that a lot of cars are remapped and modified nowadays and this makes it more difficult for mechanics to get to root cause. Try some local BMW specialist and I am sure you will get sorted as these are common problems with the N47 N57 engines🤝