Love finding channels like this. Goldmine of useful information for all us car people!

Mine is starting to ruff idle, I'll check it out. Thanks Doctor!

Are there any aftermarket equipment that you would recommend on the n53 (130,000 miles). (Brother in laws) Also does dielectric grease or silicone help or hinder the bmw type connectors. Thanks for your honesty and professionalism.

Hey mate! First off... Wooow! I stumbled upon this vid today as my first of your vidz. How dis i ever miss your Channel!? You my good sir, will have a new member for sure. Absolutely stunning content. Thank you so much! Best regards, Your new apprentice

Love your channel brother!!!! Great information that the dealership will never tell you!!!!

With all the respect to you, my opinion, as an owner of N42B20A, is that because the vvt sensor is made of plastic it sucks oil from the inside of the valve cover to the outside (plug of sensor). Is the same that happens also with camshaft and crankshaft sensors.

@dylanjarosak3435

8 ай бұрын

Had to change both on my e60 5series

@dylanjarosak3435

8 ай бұрын

Kid sold it for dirt cheap bc he thought there was sumn seriously wrong w it

@george40nelson4

5 ай бұрын

BMW reliability issues are legendary. and for good reason as they use sub par materials that have a short life span and expensive replacement parts coupled with difficult time consuming access make these cars a nightmare to work on. and will soon impact sales .

@WayToManyAssassins

4 ай бұрын

​@george40nelson4 They don't use "sub par" materials. The eccentric shaft sensor is made by Siemens which is a very reputable electronics manufacturer in europe. A lot of other parts are either bosch. Lemforder, bilstein. The cars are just incredibly over engineered and anything that goes wrong will throw the car off and into limp mode. They are much better made than american cars.

I swear. BMW has got to make more money selling parts than any other brand.

@miguelrodriguez1214

Жыл бұрын

@sonny4619

7 ай бұрын

BMW stands for "Bring My Wallet" not just Bavarian motor Works!

@WayToManyAssassins

2 ай бұрын

Probably about the same as any American brand 😂

@conradgieblewicz8220

Ай бұрын

Yep. You got that right..

@lilmacfarlan3

Ай бұрын

As an e46 owner this comment is factual. Whether it be mechanical or cosmetic.

Great advice and explanation, many thanks.

Thanks Dean, I've got this issue on my e61, makes car undriveable. Have you any recommendation on where to source these parts for the sensor and rocker cover. So much low priced cr*p out there now . VDO make the sensor I believe and available aftermarket.

OMG thank you for this info just bought a $500 E90 and this is one of the issues

Good video, tho to point out.. the valvetronic system is in charge of adjusting valve lift, Not advancing timing (vanos solenoids are in charge of that). (Valvetronic is basically a fully adjustable version of honda vtec). The eccentric shaft sensor monitors how much the valve is lifted and if not operating correctly will cause all these issues you've pointed out. Keep up the good work 👍

@ryanesler7143

8 ай бұрын

Xs zzz😮😮😅😮I BBH Jj

Big help needed you are expert I have 2007 bmw 550i 4.6 e60 Had starting issues not too long ago all fuses good starter good battery good ivm changed good gas codes for camshaft position sensor at bank 2 changed both of them since did not know which exact ones they were used aftermarket ones from eBay that stated they were for 4.4 550i didn’t see that till after install used them to start the car and it finally started up drove the car for about 15 minutes no issues at all turned on the next day in morning no start no crank issues could it be because there not the right fit battery is good also 100% charged ? Have also already tried disconnecting ibs

Once again, dropping that badass knowledge we all need! Thank you brotha! One quick question, please? What would you use to clean it? Mas air flow sensor cleaner? Or degreaser? Thanks man. If this is a stupid question, I apologize. I just started turning a wrench on a car when I bought my BMW. I have done really well using your vids. I love working on it. Thanks for everything, Mate! Cheers

@gidmosia7065

Жыл бұрын

Hi did you get an answer in how ti clean that sensor from oil dirt

@mishabcbb

Жыл бұрын

Contact cleaner spray

@jeffreyamd

Жыл бұрын

Contact spray nothing else

@gboyflip

Жыл бұрын

use electronic parts cleaner

@supdougs4487

Жыл бұрын

MAF cleaner bro

Mate you are a living legend !

Thanks so much for the info and efforts with the video. If codes on the computer says oxigen sensors bank 1 sensor 1 and 2 as well as bank 2 sensor 1 and 2. Also say cylinder 5 misfire. Can I trust that, and just go ahead and replace them 4 to solf the problem, or could it give me other codes after replacing what the computer say.

Great video dean good info !

omg, this is so my problem, and as you said I have over looked this problem but now I know, tried unplugging it and it runs way smoother... hade the car for over 2 years and problems all the time, thank you sir for your knowledge!

@divakim206

11 ай бұрын

Hi, is it still running okay with being unplugged?

@N8TheGreatG

10 ай бұрын

Did you just unplug it and your car is running fine or did you do anything else? I hope you get a notification for this

@nemanjastanojlovic01

2 ай бұрын

it is runing smoother because Valvetronic is no longer working, so u wont have that much power on lower revs@@divakim206

Give this man an award. He’s out here saving us. Legend

@davidledesma4574

Жыл бұрын

For sure is

@autogirl53208

Жыл бұрын

Not really...if you cover up a problem it will cause more in long run...just do it right the first time so u dont have to do it multiple times..if u can afford a bmw u should be able to afford to fix it...unless it was a gift or something

Great video my n62 ES sensor has oil in it. Real rough idle. Good to know this could be the problem

@harwoods11

Жыл бұрын

Was it?

@WildBill541

11 ай бұрын

Was it?

Truly excellent and helpful video. As a beemer owner, I'm grateful. Look just as Video tech tip, mate... reduce the amount of hand movements in the vid. Its distracting. I too, talk with my hands, (even when Im on air, on the radio) but it is a bit unpro when in videoing. Thanks again for the tips

Top video and top as always, dudes got the skills 💪🤙👊🍻

@BMWDoctor

3 жыл бұрын

🤙

@ziyaadcassimsaib2201

3 жыл бұрын

@@BMWDoctor hi sir. Can you advice me what would cause an n42 engine to have oil light come on only on idle and only when the temperature gauge is half. Also idle is rough. But once car cools down. Everything is normal. Could it be the oil is too thin when warm

Need advice , been having valvetronic issues, think I found a corporate after replacing a lot of stuff , oil in the sensor , should I clean it and jus replace the gasket, or jus just get a new one and put it in, already did the vc gasket rew months ago 🤦🤬 , thanks any body

You know your stuff ✅ thanks

Thank you so much for this video, toke my one off, found a lot of burnt oil and metal in the center of the sensor where the head of the shaft goes into the sensor inside.

I've got a question. So, I think this could very well be my problem. However, is there a way that I could test this, to make sure that it is the problem? I feel like I've already thrown away a decent chunk of money on this ongoing struggle to fix me car.

Should I disconnect battery before taking this plug out for inspection? Is it safe to clean inside of socket with Q-Tip?

Cleaned the prongs with compressed air and the car runs smoother, probably got oil in it while doing vc gasket. Thanks

@victorespinosa1221

3 жыл бұрын

The oil leaks through the Eccentric shaft sensor pins after time!!

@monsieur420

2 жыл бұрын

Usually the gasket leaks on the sensor and oil leaks on the plug and fryes the sensor

I'd like to add - eccentric shaft and lifters are also common problem, hesitating until 2000 rpm, power loss...

What's the deal with the 2nd air supply and carbon build-up on the '05 4.4 v8? I've got an X5 4.4 and a 545i with the same motor same year and both have the same problem. The 545 only has 137k and 171 on the X5.

Thank You Dean! Exactly what I was asking for. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@BMWDoctor

3 жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

@verdeandrettiiforeigncoupe8174

2 жыл бұрын

@@BMWDoctor hey is there anywhere I can call you and ask a question about rough car start? Just bought a used bmw for my little brother graduation, car does not have any issues really other than front struts replacement, let me know Bmw doctor we all watch every video almost!!! Quality class man

@verdeandrettiiforeigncoupe8174

2 жыл бұрын

Whatsapp Facebook video call what ever we can show you when we start up the car, hope you reply thank you 🙏

@sorin25ful

Жыл бұрын

@@BMWDoctor hello why my ventilator start with the engine

Hey would you take out the battery ibs from your own car?

I'm getting my VCG replaced. What other parts would you recommend replacing... pcv valve, spark plugs, etc...?? 2008 e60 N52k w. 95k miles. Thank you.

Good to know!thanks 👍

May God bless you and family sir, and I pray may God give good health to you and your family Amin.

This is exactly what is happening to my son 2007 BMW 328i I bought the part from continental had it replaced but still does it on the start but I think now it’s the cord because bmw took a picture of the peice on the cord and not the eccentric shaft sensor part...is it difficult to change the part that you stick in the sensor?

Great video great information, I’ll definitely check this out on my N52 👍

Thanks for your videos SR

I know this is random, but I have no one else to ask. I love your videos and thought you might have the answer I need a new subframe for my 2005 bmw e53 x5 4.8is . Dose The 4.4is front subframe fit the 4.8is

Thank you, this is my current issue for BMW Z4 E89 (2011) Engine shaking after start drive around for 2-3 mins engine light show up and did the Diagnostics found the issue Fault code: 0029D2 Misfiring, Cylinder 6 Fault code: 002D16 Air mass meter, signa Fault code: 002D0F Air mass meter, signal Fault code: 002F08 Intake air temperature sensor signal The question is do i have to replace all ignition coil and spark plugs ? Thank you

Very well explained 👍

I currently went through a oil housing leak and engine gasket leak all fixed now, brand new ECU been replaced too ,but the only issue I’m having is an air leak and the garage can’t seem to find it they checked every single part did smoke test too , this happens everytime I connect the mass air flow sensor the car misfires and mixture too lean and once I disconnect it the car runs smoothly but ofc with less power and more fuel burning and nobody knows where the air leak is coming from !

Do you know the rough cost to replace this? you say in the video it was £1000 in the past is it still the same do you know?

I notices this was unplugged on my 316i, plugged it back in and later at the night the car suddently doesn't response to throttle and bogs down. Doesn't do this everytime but its running very roughly. I will unplug it again in the morning to see if that is the problem. Thanks anyways!

Please help me with an answer to my question, I have 2007 525i and I have a P1415 and a P0174 and the cars surges really bad as if it's running out of gas on cold starts and at stop lights or stop signs when coming to a complete stop the rpms will drop so low like its gonna stall and then shoot up and idle itself out after surging for a few seconds, it doesnt have the power it should have, I have to almost floor it to get a normal takeoff, I have replaced the MAF, vanos, check valves, spark plugs and coils, oil and filter, cam sensors, and it still does this problem, it drives great on the highway but when stopping or getting out the car to go into a store or something and getting right back in the car and start it I have to go through this issue every single time I start it, do you think the essentric shaft is my problem? Please respond so I can fix my baby, I absolutely love this car but I'm so frustrated with this problem where I'm thinking about getting rid of her. Please help me with a response.

You are awesome i just got me a 2006 bmw 325 i am having problems with a transmission malfunction code. Where are u located at?

I replaced the eccentric shaft back when i had a 325i took some time to diagnose after running rough sluggish

I've had VERY rough idle which after I turn my car on and off a few times goes away, however it returns later. Scanner also throws multiple cylinder misfires 1-6. I recently noticed that when I disconnect the Valvetronic motor it runs smoothly. Could this sensor be the culprit? UPDATE: I got it fixed. Turned out to be a bad VANOS solenoid (exhaust). I removed the part and it was stuck, I cleaned it really good and got it working again but a few miles later it started happening again, I bought a new part, installed it and now my car is running smooth. My theory is that that Solenoid would sometimes get stuck and would get unstuck after a few start ups and this is why the car would sometimes run smooth and sometimes not. Hope this info helps.

@OhFears-

2 жыл бұрын

Did you get you issue fixed? If so what was it? I am having the same problem.

@richalex8489

2 жыл бұрын

@@OhFears- me also they said high pressure fuel pump and high pressure sensor

@edhernandez4344

2 жыл бұрын

@@OhFears- Yes, I got it fixed. Turned out to be a bad VANOS solenoid (exhaust). I removed the part and it was stuck, I cleaned it really good and got it working again but a few miles later it started happening again, I bought a new part, installed it and now my car is running smooth. My theory is that that Solenoid would sometimes get stuck and would get unstuck after a few start ups and this is why the car would sometimes run smooth and sometimes not. Hope this info helps, man.

@Sam-ps1hk

Жыл бұрын

Hello mate, I've changed my solénoïdes recently, do i need to disconnect the camshaft sensor? Thx

Great video again 👍could you please do a video on E70 ZF8 gearbox oil and filter change?

Does this apply to 2012 535i?

Hi enjoyed your video I have a 2004 bmw 325i cinvertiable just fitted a new air mass censor as last owner drive car with it unplugged as not working won’t seem to accept new one sometimes won’t rev up in park or neutral any tips to fix Mutch appreciated

Would this be on an M47 2.0 diesel lump on an e90 07plate? Mines never idled spot on from brand new and I had to have a new sump gasket under warranty at 600miles and a new turbo at just 50k! And hadn't been ragged either.. so I'm not sure why it's never idled smooth and it's not all the time just now and again the rev counter blips up and down really quick then ok then few seconds later same again. Obviously it's silly low mileage had it from new always serviced before the mileage up and only on 57k now!

Thank you sir! Have this exact problem currently. Had a new eccentric shaft sensor installed a year ago. And now found oil inside the connector. I guess Im going to have to buy a new one again. Rough idle and car dying on me had me running around like a chicken with my head cut off indeed!

@andybirtone164

Жыл бұрын

Hello, the irregular idle always or only a few seconds after starting? It happens to me that when starting for 15 seconds the idle is irregular and then it goes perfectly. I don't know what to change anymore!

@codysexton4745

Жыл бұрын

@@andybirtone164 hey mine does that too!

Video good. Need subtitles for audio

I’ve been dealing with a misfire on cylinders 5, and sometimes I my car will stall when reversing only with low rpm’s. And the car has been roughly idling since the start of that misfire. And the issue didn’t start till after I did my valve cover. Guess I’m gonna have to redo my valve cover and replace the eccentric shaft sensor.

I absolutely LOVE the information you put out in your videos! and I LOVE that you're on my side! my boyfriend and I are always arguing about what we think is wrong with my 2006 325i at any given moment and because I'm a girl and couldn't possibly know anything about it, I calmly get out my phone, pull up one of your videos, push play and then walk away while he soaks in the awesome information he is about to receive that proves me right! ...... again! lol( I love that part) so, thanks again for putting your knowledge out here so even us girls get a clue! Gina russell

Could that also make your car when hot to loose power after the enjin has been switched of and re started?

Yes, i did timing chain, and vanos solonoids, and then car started and wen i started again it sounds like no compression. The DME motor is max open and it is not relearing. Any advise.

Great information thank you, My problem with my e39 535i V8 1999 When I come to a stop the engine stalls, Would this procedure help my problem

I recently replaced the rocker gasket on my n42 engine. The next say going to work my car literally cut the engine off as I was coming to a stop. Luckily it started but was such a rough idle. It got slightly better but its still rough. I've got been racking my brain as to what It could be. I replaced all the sparks coils and vacuum boots just to be sure and its still rough. Maybe this is what's causing it. I'll have to give it a go. Thanks mate

@ogpd4898

2 жыл бұрын

Well?? How’d it go

@dhalsim-1

Жыл бұрын

Any update?

I am looking to buy a bmw (not brand new) what should i look for and what would you suggest me? Also I’m looking at 2012 bmw 750’s. Please guide me. Thanks doc

i have one in my z3. so far so good!

Does any of your videos include Mini Cooper‘s? Thanks for ur videos

Hi Doc ! From California, I have a N52B30 I believe 11’ F10 I recently had a shop “change the seal” on the Eccentric Shaft Sensor, the valve cover never came off. Doesn’t that mean it wasn’t changed ?!

@crazy4gta1

5 ай бұрын

A little late but I’m pretty sure you can replace the seal by itself. At least on the magnesium ones

Is this only for the regular/ base engines ?

Will this also be a problem on the 650i's 2007 N62 4.8L engine?

Question, I have a 2005 525i BMW. I have a transmission fault, when shift the gear at idle it thumps hard. a picture of a gear appeared on the instrument cluster. says I can shift with out the break pressed. can it be the transmission solenoids? or the crank shaft sensor? need help. please TIA

Great info appreciate it thanks

Thank you for Ur help that's why mine went into limp mode on my 318

hello very good video my car an e64 engine n52 630i starts well and keeps the idle well but on diagnosis it tells me P1017 fault so this sensor, should it be changed while the engine is running very well?? sorry I translate because I live in France thank you

I like the way this guy says ,SenSor 😎

E70 x5 what causes the ac to blow nothing but hot and keeps the rear hatch from working while its doing this? Wait a couple hrs and both workfine

Cual es la función de ese conector? Va a un sensor? Que funcion tiene?

Thank you so much for this video. Eccentric shock sensor is a tricky thing no doubt. So when you say remove this from your bmw immediately, what are you recommanding us to remove, exactly? The sensor?the oil in it? You mentioned that it might already be too late if we see oil inside.

@MeloncholyKay

2 жыл бұрын

Replace the sensor he said

@dhalsim-1

Жыл бұрын

You can also drive with it unplugged

@divakim206

11 ай бұрын

​@@dhalsim-1 for how long? Will this cause any other issues?

Hi Dean love watching the videos cant miss one. Whats the intro song please ? you've got me hooked

Will this throw missfire codes? Having a rough time with my 545i 2005 got a crap ton today after replacing that vvt sensor aswell as the other side valve cover gaskets the codes are p1515,p1056,p2103, p1637,P0159, p0390,p0365 can’t seem to figure out the miss fire codes and this honestly chasing a dead tail

I was wondering on my 330Ci E46 for almost two years now.. what is the problem for stalling, rough idle, low power and I literally replaced everything and the problem was still there. I thought also that it might be something with the air but no. I replaced this and now everything is smooth and back to normal. Thanks!

@formulaxautodetail3218

2 жыл бұрын

Where is a it located?

@remcos5759

2 жыл бұрын

@@formulaxautodetail3218 Bruh

@Sam-ps1hk

Жыл бұрын

You replaced the cable of camshaft sensor?

love the way you say MOTOR :)

Does it apply to E46 model engine?

Man you really know your BMWs! And fixing these things with your own hands sure beats selling one or more of the kids to take it to the dealer. But I've done that too, and look no more kids! lol

Hi Dean can you just disconnect it or would I need to replace it as I took it off today and then plugged it back in and car started to run smooth again

what is the name on the song in the intro?

Hi is there any way of getting in touch with you as i have a issue with my 635d

Does it apply to diesel aswell?

Hi bro is there any bmw OME parts shop in battersea london or close to battersea??

Hi dear how to change that sensor seal?

Dean could it be that this sensor give vanos codes on in and outlet ?? I have a e92 n52 engine could you helpe me ??

Hey, great video but I have a question….. does a2002 bmw 330ci with the 3 liter base gasoline engine have an eccentric shaft sensor or does the cam shaft position sensor do this? I can’t fine an eccentric shaft sensor for sale and I can’t find a connection for the plug like you show in the video? I’m a bit lost…. I’m having the limp mode slow stop to go issues and rough idle…. I’ve cleaned my vanos solenoids, I’ve replaced my vacuum system, I’ve replaced my MAF sensor… only two things left… this sensor you’re talking about or possibly my catalyst system in the exhaust…..

@danieldiettmann8190

Ай бұрын

Was it a clogged cat? 😂

Can you leave it disconnected to disable Valvetronic system? I'm told it goes into a default mode of max valve lift and runs better. A lot of ameture race teams do it. Will it bring EML on?

@dhalsim-1

3 жыл бұрын

I was advised by a BMW mechanic to just disable it if the engine is old and running rough. The plugs and coils were good and no vacuum leaks were found, but the sensor had oil leaking through it. I also had what's known as 'piston slap' a metallic clanging noise when accelerating under load. Disabling the sensor helped with the issue. I was getting a bit less MPG but it certainly ran better in my case.

@jblvxk

2 жыл бұрын

@@dhalsim-1 how did you disable the sensor? Can you just leave it u plugged or what? Thanks

@pighe4d

2 жыл бұрын

@@dhalsim-1 howd u disable sensor?

This goes for E83 too?

2006 330i N52 NA version here. I'm halfway through taking apart the cover and noticed oil in this too. I've got the dreaded 2a87 code and am going to look at the camshaft bearing ledges. Do you think this would cause that code also? Thx for the tutorial

@TheKevinnl

12 күн бұрын

Any update’s???

You the best man

@BMWDoctor

3 жыл бұрын

thanks

Hey this also works for an BMW X1 e84 ?

Thanks for the video! Eccentric shaft sensor, vanos, vacuum leak, disa valves, camshaft sensors, vanos screens, coils, spark plugs, ECU, any one of those can cause rough idle.. Did I forget something?

@intricate6927

3 жыл бұрын

Squishy PCV hoses and old cracked fuel lines did it to mine. Oh and throttle body gasket.

Helpful information 👍🏼👍🏼

@BMWDoctor

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

We’re currently having this issue on a 2011 328i. Rough idling, stalling, hard starts and No cel. 🤦🏽‍♀️

Hello @Bmwdoctor I have the exact same problem, when I remove it the car runs great. After seeing this video I went ordered a new sensor, the issue persists, is there anything else I can do?(e91 318i 2007 n46b20b)

Can you give a video about transmission faliure..

Does the 2008 e92 320i have this problem? I'm not sure on engine code. I'm getting a 2a99 code and it's running like a sack of #### with the problems you said about. Been chasing this problem for a while. My last port of call is the cam tray which I'm hoping it isn't

hi, this is not related but maybe you know... my locks don't work, 2004 bmw X3. I tried reprogramming the key fob, no luck. I checked the fuses, they are all good. The physical button inside the car will not actuate the locks either and the rear hatch cannot be opened. Any ideas? Thanks.

Will this sensor cause no response to your gas pedal over time?