BMW E46 DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) Unit Replacement & Coding! DIY 

This man is legendary, the BMW community thanks you for your service

I'm happy he shows him struggling when he puts parts in... he shows how it actually is, and this makes me feel a lot better when I struggle, lol

50skid, I CANNOT thank you enough for putting this video together. It was SUPER helpful with instructions on how to change the pump. I went ahead and did it tonight... Man those fittings easy to take off but theyre super hard to thread back on, i almost stripped one of the lines..

First, thanks for all you do for this community. Your videos are unparalleled. My son bought an E46 325i, and I've spent the last month meticulously watching your videos. I cannot overstate how helpful they have been. So far I've used your videos to do the following: - rebuild parking brakes - diagnose trifecta - replace VC gasket - replace OFH gasket - replace all pulleys and belts - replace water pump - replace cooling system components - replace CCV system - replace starter - replace manifold gaskets - rebuild DISA valve - replace oil pan gasket - replace ABS/DSC module I will be getting everything zipped back up this weekend. Now I am on a quest to find a laptop to run Win XP so I can bleed the new ABS module and code the VIN. Question - I assume it's ok to start the car back up prior to bleeding/coding the ABS module? Just want to make sure everything is running ok after all that work. I'm guessing it will throw codes, but I can always clear them. Thanks again.

Hey Kid I watch your videos all the time from Mexico, for me each video is like a soap opera always waiting for a great ending. I am learning a lot form your videos, 6 months with my 330ci and no mechanic had touched my car yet ...Gracias amigo

50s kid Thank’s for the video just got My 330 thru the Mot test 😀 after changing the dsc Unit and coding it👍. You do a great job!

I have this issue now on my E46 328CI (2000), for now i still dont the the ASC part and the tools for Coding but will definiltely get them. Just wanted to thank you and let you know that I appreciate your efforts. this is not the 1st time that your vlog has helped me & countless other e46 lovers for sure. Looking forward that my car issue will be solved following your vlog.

Best information out there on abs module install and coding, many thanks 50’s kid! 🙌

Your brake disks are looking in tip top shape. These cars have just the most amazing braking. A pair of super sports in the summer and it feels like your eyes are going to hit the windshield.

painful but rewarding task huh? thanks for your time bro

Just plain excellent filming. Using the computer software was a little confusing, but I understand that's one of those "you had to be there" sort of things. Keep up the great videos! And thanks.

Thank you soooooo much. The NCS run through was spot on, and fixed my DSC problem. This is not the first helpful video that you’ve made for me personally...keep up the good work!!!

I've noticed since I started playing around with European cars that they use brake fittings with 11mm hex drives, a LOT! In fact between one Mercedes, a BMW, an Audi, and two Porsches, they have that size wrenching throughout them, from their master cylinders to calipers.

I'm very grateful for your immeasurable advice and videos 🏆

I am a subscriber and I really enjoy this channel. U approach new stuff with a can do attitude and help us along the way. I will watch again, but I am a little confused on the set-up u used for the scan tool. Great job!!!!!

Thank you 50sKid. I followed you video instructions to the tee. As I have virtually the same car as you and it work out perfectly for me too. Keep up the great videos.

Hey man thanks for the great videos, they are extremely informative and concise. I have a similar issue but only emergency brake and DSC light turn on. ABS light stays off. The scary thing is that if I don't turn off traction control (holding for 5 seconds) before I drive (ie sitting int he driveway or parking lot), after driving and hitting about 10mph, the DSC unit will audibly cycle and my brake pedal automatically pumps itself and the brake calipers. This can be scary as I lose all control of the brakes until I try to turn off traction control. The brakes intermittently pump and the vehicle is slightly slowing down in pulses. Turning off the traction control while the DSC is cycling and throwing a fit (while the car is moving) proves to be difficult. It will show both DSC and emergency brake light as if traction control completely turned off but then the vehicle will then turn off the DSC and emergency brake light and start pumping again. The only light that flashes while this issue is occuring (DSC audibly cycling + brake control loss) is the DSC light itself. If you have any input that would be great. Im tired of turning off my traction control before every drive. I appreciate any ideas of why my E46 is exhibiting these issues.

I have the same problem. I noticed the lack of 10V voltage Uref (in Inpa). As soon as the tension disappears appear DCS control failure. Tomorrow remove the pump. Thanks for the video (all your movies are helpful).

I think I have a bad dsc on a 2002 330i. I have a foxwell code reader which show a 5df5 error code. The dash has 3 lights, DSC, ABS and Brake. I drove it watching the speed sensors and they all tracked within 1 of each other. Most of the time all four read the same number. Sould I check anything else before buying a used DSC? The code reader shows it as an MK60.... I have appreciated your videos and expertise for several years now and thank you in advance for any advice you might have for me..

Great informative and detailed video. Your videos are very professional and you provided detailed like pro. Thanks

Everyone says that when replacing the A. B. S control module that it needs to be reprogrammed. However, I purchased an ABS control model used with the exact same numbers as my old module. And that fixed my ABS and I did not have to reprogram thoughts on that, please.

50 kid thank you so much I wanted to add 1 thing: do not have any other programs running just ncs expert if not you will get a vin faulty error

Thank you man I coding my abs thank you so much

I have a question, what type scanner would i need on my 2002 bmw x5? you are very good teacher

The only lights are on, on my 02 330ci is the DSC and the brake light not the ABS light. could this be a sign of faulty speed sensor? And also my DSC button doesn't work I tried holding the button down for 10 sec trying to reset it but nothing happened. Any thoughts on my situation.

why did you replace your abs and dsc ? Was your dsc light always on? i have problem with my E46 316i it has ASC not dsc. My light is always on on diagnostic its saying: 93 ASC: CAN Data Fault From DME/DDE I tryed to find problem on every possible site/forum and cant find the solution. Some1 said replace tps sensor and that solved problem, i tryed that and i have still same problem. i also have error with tps sensor. When i enter on inpa to check the TPS its showing vaule of !100.39, and when i press my gas value doesnt even move its stay the same. I checked my TPS and its functional. Realy i dont know what should i do next.

The akmb is for newer fa code cars. The kmb and ews are for zcs. "Has a "a" first it's fa"

Wow, it's something complicated, congratulations.

Code 5E20 and 5E21 is for the pressure sensors inside the hydro unit and not those attached to the break cylinder.

hi please help me i am in the same situation whit the lights on the dash... also replaced all abs sensors because it needet and now it shows abs pump i use a delfi 2013 diagnostik tool ... is it posible my problem to be that presure sensor? my car is e46 99 whit ASC sorry for my bad english and thanks

I have 2006 330ci and i found donor from 2002 325i would I be safe? Can i replace with a used one without coding?

How do you get those pages or files or documents or w.e you wanna call them on your laptop wat do I do to get that and can I use any laptop

to drain easily the brake master you can use a 1 inch diameter syringe put a short or 6 inch long 1/4diameter hose and suck up the braké fluid in the resevoir you can suck up brake fluid easily

Hello, great video that helped me a lot, thank you.

stumbled across your channel, seen the quality work/videos. subscribed !

I watch transmission replace very helpful thank

Thanks for video. From Australia

Hey 50’ kid thanks for the video,like 4 years later, try a z4 much easier to work on ,I’ve recently a 005e20 fault on my Carly code reader which is the pressure sensor you showed,would you say there’s not really a way of testing them for faults before replacing?

Olá amigo Tenho uma BMW 320i e46 ano 2002 Eu já troquei bicos, bobinas , velas , bomba combustívelmas já testei a compressão do motor, maa o carro continua com defeito Eu ligo a BM e ela da uma falhadinha depois fica normal aí quando estou andando e paro em um farol por exemplo, o carro começa a falhar e ao tentar sair com o carro ela não tem força nenhuma , então tenho que parar o carro desligar a chave esperar um pouco e ligar e volta ao normal , você pode me ajudar com sua opinião amigo ? Qual o nome do módulo que cuida dessa parte do carro ?

hello friend i know has been a lot of yerar hope you can help me, i have replaced the abs unit from one second hand, the abs and hand brake red go away, but, always a but, hahaha the triangle stays on , have the errors 5e1f . 5e21 . 5e20 . 5e1e . 5d8c. same as you!! mi car has ASC button so, in some place i read that the mk60 dont have angle sensor,can you confirm that? the pa soft dont recognize the angle sensorand inpa etheir, so i dont know if my car should have or not angle sensor. my car was replaced the cluster and the LCM , this two parts are matched with a vin mumber that dont match the original vin car as well, my question its,in this case witch VIN number have to has the abs module? because the pa soft bmw1.4 scanner can write the vin in the abs module, but witch vin have to has to erase this error, thanks a lot, my car comes with a lot of prombles, because has various modules of other cars, bmw 2002 e46 318i 4 cyl N42B20 i will be very happy for your help

Struggling with the coding on mine, when I select akmb or ews they show completely different vins to eachother, I know the vin when read using ista doesn't match chassis as I think ECU was replaced (says sportwagon when car is coupe) EWS brings up the correct code but the process won't complete, it comes up with coding index is not permitted

50's Kid. Which video do I need to figure out why my ABS slightly engages and throws a code on the dash. I also need a lead on which reader or cable do I need to begin to discover what is going on with the car. Can worn front end parts be to blame. It seems that the problem may begin when we hit a small bump in the road. car is a 2001 BMW 325 CIC. Thank you in advance.

I have an 02 325xi. I had a headlight go out (drivers side) and immediately had the trifecta with the red brake light and my gages all went to the max. I was able to reset my gages and when I start the car every thing is normal and no lights. If I turn the headlights on, I get the trifecta with the red brake light. If I leave the lights off and press the brake, I get the all yellow trifecta. I’m currently waiting for the bulbs I ordered to get here so I can put a new bulb in. Hopefully somehow that is what is triggering my trifecta, but that being said, do you think that’s possibly the main cause? Literally nothing was wrong until that bulb went out….

These same series of lights come on when I press the brake pedal all the way down and hold it, like after bleeding my brakes this light came on, I was once testing the brake pedal pressure and I pressed the pedal down a few times. After every time I do something like this, those three lights come up shortly while I a driving, do you think my problem is my pressure sensor as well? I plugged my car into my OBD scanner and all that comes up is ABS Fault

you are the best thanks i fixe my car you video it help my for fixed my car you are best

had that problem ON/OFF for about 2 years. it did not bother me until one day all DSC lights came ON and stayed ON,,, however I already had an idea of what my problem was, one pressure sensor was malfunctioning and once the second went bad lights went On permanently,,,so one mechanic refused to replace 2 pressure sensors claiming it is ODD for 2 of them go bad & it must be DSC module $2550 for the job- funny guy with 35 years of master BMW certification,,,, went to another one who in less than 3 hours and 125 for a labor plus the cost of sensors replaced them,,,,Problem Solved,,, HINT: do not buy these sensors at the dealer or genuine bmw,,, they are freaking GM pressure sensors and cost 10x less than what bmw wants for them,, iI paid 27$ each vs $214,,,,

Hay 50skid is there a scan tool that can recode the abs module

Thanks for this great DIY as usual. Does the replacement of the sensors introduce air in the brake circuit ? Thank you

Hi. My car is a 325i 2003. When I go on a bad road. The car activates three yellow lights; the EML, the triangle and the brake. The car begins to fail and does not accelerate. Could you give me your opinion? Thank you.

For the people who dont have NCS Expert and INPA, you can remove the electronic part from the metalic housing of the DSC unit. I'm not sure if you will need to replace the whole thing if you have the "Internal foult" error. But if you have an internall pressure sensor error you dont need to replace the electronic part of the DSC unit. You can unscrew the electronics from the unit with som hex bolts i think. You also dont need INPA to bleed the brakes, atleast i didt. Do keep in mind that this was on my E90. Just ask if you need more help.

Been wondering if my DSC/ABS module is my issue or more electrical. I have an 05 325i auto. Will reset itself when restarting the car several times. but then the trifecta of ABS, Brake, and DSC come on under low load. My symptoms are limp mode and a bucking, surging idle that fluctuates between 1000-1300 or so. Changing gears does nothing for the idle, only restarting the car several times. 1st time didn’t throw a code, 2nd time threw P1632 (throttle valve adaptations not met). Along with some other ones I got through a generic OBD2 scanner. Any thoughts?

This video is excellent! I have an 2001 E46 M3 with the same problem, do you think that i might select on NCSexpert the MK60 too, and then at INPA the DSC 5.7 option after the model name selection?

i once got those 3 lights on my e46, but it was just the brake fluid that was low.

Before all doing that check abs sensors on all wheels. If no luck, than this us most likely the issue.

Hey 50kids, I have a case where one of my abs line to the front right is in close position not allowing fluid to flow to the caliper. Should I replace the unit or if there is a way to open the valve?

Kid_Man: Great video, gave my son and I confidence to tackle this project. The unit is out, which is exactly same part # for the one you pulled, any suggestions on where I can get this rebuilt? Please advise, thanks!

Next time you hit the junk yard, cut those connectors from a junk car. That way you can just plug those in to test the modules the next time without having to unscrew them. Just make sure to test the harness connectors you get from the junk car first to verify they are good.

Hy , i dont have in inpa option intializing vin F1 , i have just F2 and F3, that s all, help me pls

yes I did 5e19 5df5 from inpa after watching your video seems the abs pump when failed cause,s lots of codes

Hey 50skid can you make a video about Steering Wheel angle sensor please.

Do you have to bleed the brakes if you just quickly change the DSC Pressure sensors without completely or near completely emptying the brake reservoir? Thanks!

Hey 50s Kid.. What if only my DSC light is on? What i did before that light came up was change my speedometer. I programed it but the DSC light stays on.. Im super lost!

I have the dsc light on and the break only. Do you think that it may be the same issue?

Thank you for publishing this great video. Quick question - I have a 2000 323i, and it looks like my DSC unit is on the passenger’s side of the car, not on the driver’s side like yours. I’m assuming it is the same one but perhaps BMW changed the location later on? Thank you!

Two question and 1 comment. Q1: Once in inpa mk60 module, the steering wheel calibration was only 1 of 3 things to be set. What about the other two? (I think one is pressure, another is lateral acceleration. ) Q2: I have an E39. I could not find any "compensation option" like this under chassis for the DSC module. Which version of INPA are you using? I think the E46 is similar, so I tried to use it but it would not allow. Comment: Under chassis, it says steering wheel sensor, but you never need to go there, ironically.

50skid, I just subscribed to your channel! Love the videos! Very helpful! I just bought my first BMW. I’m currently having issues with this ABS / brake light on. I changed all four speed sensors but the lights still come on! Took it to a mechanic and told me it’s the abs module and very pricey!!! Is this part expensive? Thanks in advance!! 2002 325i

Hey great videos! Can you please help me? I got a 325ci 2002 and Just replace the dsc module and when I just turn que car On the 3 lights turn off (brake, abs, dsc) but after 10 min running they turn back On, and so on, just put the same code one and reprogram, but keeps happening, Please help me!

How can you tell wat hoses go to which hole my 2001 e46 325i has 6 an I have no clue

very good video, how can you replace a wheel sensor speed on bmw 330?

thanks for the really good video .. but .. DID YOU CHANGE THE VIN CODE in the new (replacement) unit, or just not show it in the video? .

I’m trying to code my new dsc unit.. you mention yours was mk60 I believe... how would I find out what mine would be ? On bmw e60 m5.

my DSC and yellow Brake light stay on in my E46... doesnt turn off after battery reset or turning car off/on

My ABS module has been fixed 4 yrs ago and it failed again. I don't know if someone can repair it again. I didn't like the local shop who did it. He disabled my precharge pump as it was running nonstop. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Hi friend .... On PAsoft 1.4 you cannot programme DSC module? and Injector coding also.. Please reply I want to purchase

I replaced the DSC. I have q Maximus 2.0 Matco Tools and I can't figure out how to code the DSC. I have already done the bleeding.

Hey kid thanks for the info I have a 528i 98 my abs module need to be replace is the old ones help

Hello 50skid I installed everything and when opened and tried to code the mk60 module its says coding active and gives me 4 error codes basically saying the module isnt reading or responding any ideas on what it could be ?

First, I watched most of your e46 video. Very very informative and detail. Thank you for taking the time to make the video and sharing it. I am having problem with my 01' 325it with automatic. I am preparing to replace my abs module and waiting for the used part to come in. I bought the cable a while back but having trouble installing it. My question is if I don't code the module after install, what will happen? Will the abs still function? Any tips how to install the inpa?

Could you please tell me what programs & scanner you are using. As I’m struggling to get them to work on 2002 e46 330ci

Kid, Hello! I have a unique problem, namely my speedometer is flat - does not move from below ZERO. I've checked everything: continuity between ABS Module and cluster, (checked cluster on another car and speedo works fine) back wheel senders. There are no fault lights on or codes on the cluster, and all functions of cluster work except for the ones connected with Speedo: odometer, mpg needle, and cruise control. So I presume the ABS module is bad. I've checked your video where a module from wrecked did the trick; I can install another module per your directions, but am totally insecure about the recoding. So, question: where are you located and would you be available to recode my module if I were to replace and bring car to you?? Or?? Thanks! I don't mind not having a speedometer, but not having cruise is a pain!!!

What were you experiencing for you to know to change the ABS module?

bmw 323i 2000 dsc It does not appear on the scan Can you help me please.

Help! I'm trying to decode problems with mt DSC and am having a problem with INPA. When I get to the window in INPA that is supposed to have the "SHIFT F4 Compensation routines" it is missing. Can you give me some advice?

Hey whats up Justin glad your back! Listen, my traction control activates for no reason, just cruising down i5 dry roads and bam it starts then the triangle and brake lights light up no abs light though then when I turn the car off it will.do.it again domestics not.for days sometimes right away, now the triangle and brake light stays on I replaced all of the speed sensors and it didn't do anything. Any ideas? Is there anything else I should be looking at before I go after that dsc unit? Thanks dude

Was that a new DSC module or a used one? If new do you know if the used ones can be re-programmed?

Hi 50,s kid i have 5da3 code front right wheel speed sensor do u know the meaning of this code as it self checks fine only when i start driving it sets all lights or disconnected the sensor i have changed the sensor code does this sound to u a abs ring problem thank u

Great video! Question on the part. I have been searching for a used DSC control module. Most of the units found on ebay got the right part number 34.51-6759045, but the last 12 digits are different. For instance my is 10.0206-0002.3 and most of the item on ebays are 10.0206-0026.4. Are they the same part?

Love your videos! Always informative :)

Nice video, only the control unit could be repaired, the fault is not a real fault, the welds of the components crack, you have to open the lid and go over the welder.

okay please help my other phone just broke I am subscribed to your videos I watch you all the time I have the ABS Trifecta brake light in red last week I adjusted the handbrake and turn the key a couple of times and the lights went out for about 2 days now they came back on I have a Creator c-110 scanner it does give me the 5df internal code fault just wondering if there is any other chance it's a sensor instead of a whole unit also I have a 1.4 however do not have Windows XP understand that you can connect it to Windows 10 or 7 just don't have to know how. please respond if you can

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I had the same problem but my problem was a steering angle sensor was worn out

Will this cause the brake lights to stay on? I already replaced the brake light switch.

If I replace dsc unit, do I need to reprogram it?

Question for you what is p0604 or bmw code 64 and how do I fix it

I have two questions: if the blocks are the same but the numbers do not match, will it? I have exactly the same number as you, where you bought a skate?

Why was it not necessary to bleed the master cylinder?

Hi I have a 2004 BMW 325i and I removed the cluster to replace gauge rings and when I plugged it back in the DSC AND YELLOW BRAKE light comes on how can I fix it because they weren't on before I removed cluster..any advice thanks

Hi! Any way to take out the black plastic part of the ASC unit without taking everything off? 😢

Will the DSC put the car into limp mode?