BMW Vanos Solenoids DIY! 

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One thing you should do is clean out the Vanos filters. These are two small gauze type filters on the side of the block. They are located on the exhaust side just in front of Cylinder # 1 exhaust ports. You will need a small inspection mirror to see them but it's a defiant must to do.

Thanks for this! Doing some due diligence for my 335 and when I saw "Vanos" solenoid was a common problem for N54 and N55, my blood pressure started to rise. Because Vanos usually means money! But now I can relax after seeing how simple this replacement is. Gotta love the simplicity of a straight 6.

Thanks for the video: I have come to the conclusion that if you decide to keep one of these vehicles you better change your oil regularly and keep the vanos clean, lots of suckers with these issues go back to the dealership and BMW mechanics throw expensive parts at it. The BMW techs love these issues and the consumer has no clue what they did to correct the problem. A huge "cash-cow" for them $$$. Most BMW owners are mechanically clueless and hopefully they build lots of knowledge on these BMW variable timing issues by watching this type of video.

Incredible you drop this video today. My 335i check engine came on and i read codes 2A17 and 2A87. I believe this requires me to change my vanos solenoids

Im glad you did this diy because you reminded to replace mine last time i cleaned them

Hi, You can also make a Video with the DYI to remove and clean the 2 lateral screws-filters, in charge to filter the oil for the vanos System, specially if you have already 150k miles and it was never done!!!

Great video. Dealer wanted $1157.00 to replace these. Easy peasy.

Sorry bud!! But when i did this....I went ahead and removed the fan. which was one screw on my set up. Anyway it gave me plenty of room on the account of having large hands!!! Lol Definitely an important change-out for those of us crackin' the 150,000mi range!!! nicely done

I just got a 2008 m5 v10 as my second car. I love it but when i bought it the CEL codes were 271A, 271B, 271C, 271D. They are solenoids for the vanos pump so it is sluggish running but hey when you pay $4,500 cash, i kinda expected this

My car is shaking after around 30 minutes of running in hot weather and then it stops, I have no fault code shown in the dashboard. It could because of vanos of fuel pump?

I bought the $20 vanos solenoids from ebay. Works great. 20k miles so far

any programming ? learning required?

Great show. Did you notice any difference after the install since you were not having any problems ?

I bought a 335i with 120k miles. Where should i start maintenance wise? PPI inspection shows Valve cover gasket which i will DIY. Any recommendations?

Good video! Thank you!

Just did my Vanos, thanks for your help!!

Thanks for all your videos bro we love them. BMW fanatics 4 Eva

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Were do u live at in Ohio I'm in Columbus my e60 misfires alot its idles fine but when I hit 40 it misfires I changed the coils the sparkplugs an theres no vacuum leaks its annoying could this be causing it

Are both solenoids the same ? Or are they for different things ?

i am replacing VANOS Solenoids today on BMW F10 N55. Is there any coding or re-learning procedures involved when i replace them? Or are they just plug and play ? Thanks a bunch.....Great Videos.....

@BMW Fanatic Thanks for your time in reading this if you do. I own a 2006 BMW 330i. Lately I got a transmission warning light and car went into limp mode. Would you know anything about this issue? Went to a close mechanic friend of my, apparently it's the 4th & 5th gear slipping and repair cost is quite a like, about $4000 USD. Just wonder if there would be cheaper alternative or other issues that is causing this issue. Thank you

If they are so dirty you gotta clean em replace em and change your oil after b4 it leaves you stranded

are they the same ? so it doesnt matter which one goes where'

151,000 miles is a lot of miles on the stock timing chain I would have thought? I have done many timing chain jobs on various BMWs at around the 130,000 miles.. I'm very impressed with your car bud. Still the factory chain??

Excellent video !!!!

great tutorial ! i had issues with the car under acceleration it would just do nothing while under full throttle would make a noise but revs wouldnt climb. plugged it into a computer and it said these were the problem this video told me eveything i needed to hear thanks :)

WHEN DID YOU CHANGE SOLENOIDS, DID YOU RESET WITH DIAGNOSIS? OR CAN WE NOT DO IT? I HAVE A BMW Z4 E89 23I

Is that oring towards the top where it goes Into the block supposed stay where its at when you pulled it out? I messed and installed both my vanos solenoids and didn't realize the old orings were still in there and didn't come off on the solenoids?! Need help if you can help me.

BMW Fanatic...my question is, do the gaskets on the solenoids have to be together, when you put them on?

Hi I have a 218i , 2016 Active tourer , the 1,5liter 3cylinder turbo , same as the mini .. . The code showed the exhaust solenoid is stuck , the circlip fell out ...how do I remove & replace it , it has a 22mm nut showing on it and on the intake solenoid

I am wanting to find my two VANOS solenoids on B38 triple petrol. Can you please give me clues as to how to find them? Auxilary belt is at engine front. spark plugs along length of vehicle towards rear.

if you have small hands the cover can stay on

Hey i was doing this DIY on my e92. Everything went perfect, but i dropped my engine cover bolt. I think it’s on the belly pan cover on the bottom. Changing my oil tomorrow so i have to take that off. Think I’m safe to drive it?

Take the fan out.....will be so much easier with regards to space to get to the solenoids. Just one torx bolt holds the fan and it slides right up.

What about the process for the e60... I didn't get the oem I got aftermarket ones ..would it work fine?

Always get BMW OEM with these VANOS trust me rather pay double even VAICO brand made car erratic..cant cheap on this part

CHANGING OUT THE SOLENOIDS IS THE EASY PART, THE IMPORTANT PART IS HAVING THE INSTA-D. BMW COMPUTER SOFTWARE TO BLEED THE VANOS SYSTEM AND TEST THE SYSTEM PROPERLY

I'm pretty sure my solenoids are done and i'm only at 50k. Anyone know if that's normal??

Do you need to disconnect the battery?

Do I need to reset ecu after replacing solenoid?

Why ... did you remove the cowl and the rest!? You can reach both VANOS sensors easily from the front. Because the cowl screws are steel and the block is aluminum... you want to minimize on/off

Are the 2 vanos solenoids the same?

Hey as you were pulling out the solenoid. The gasket is on the middle of the solenoid. But your new solenoid the gasket is just beside the plastic ring? Where is the gasket supposed to be placed when you put it in? Right on the middle or just beside the plastic ring? Cuz i placed my gasket on the middle of the solenoid but as i was pushing it in it pushes it back next to the plastic ring.

Have you ever heard of anyone breaking a vanos solenoid off inside the crank case. Mine got stuck and while trying to remove it snapped Any suggestions anyone?

Are these located in the same place on the n55 motor ?

I have a 2000 e46 328i. Same process or different process?

So I've been having the vanos intake code/limp mode for a while now and it's gotten really bad. I can't even drive it anymore without it going into limp mode. It mostly does it when it's cold but sometimes when it's warm as well. It's very strange because there are two or three spots on my way to work in the morning that it will throw the code and go into limp mode in one of those three spots on the road EVERY morning. I've replaced the intake solenoid and also checked my oil cap. Everything is good there. I know there is a check valve on the passenger side next to the wheel and I'm going to pull it and clean it but if that doesn't work what else could be the issue? Can dirty intake valves cause this issue? I'm sure mine are a mess. I'm the second owner and I know the previous owner didn't have them walnut blasted. BTW it's a 2011 335is and I'm about to hit 100k miles. It's also spitting out and leaving black marks on the pavement behind the exhaust when I start it. You can tell every spot I've parked in at work because there are two black streaks lol. Thoughts?

Hello I see the new vanos solenoids do not come with the seals where can I get those

Good afternoon. Change valve exhaust vain to solve propulsion failure in a bmw 116i 2013, after doing this continues to present the fault. mentions connection problems. Any suggestions please.

Just think, this is how vanoss got his name.

After changing both solenoids do you have to code them in or anything or is it just plug and play ?

a friend was helping me change my intake Vanos ( top ) and move the towel now we lost the 10mm bolt, before we took the Vanos out. Anyone know the length I need so I can go grab one at home depot or parts store?

Does it come with two solenoids or do you have to buy 2

one is a intake and exaust,are they diferrant or it doesnt matter which one you put in.

to maike it easier, should have removed the air snorkle

Are they both the same sensor?

I have a problem! I lost one of my vanos bolts and I need another one :( Does anyone know how to get another one, or can someone give me one? I am prepared to pay. I have school next week and need my car.

what other mods do you run?

Could you provide some symptoms of a poorly functioning/bad set of vanos solenoids?

cool beans, good video.

They’re not slipping in

Dizel engine ?

Would the car need connecting to the computer after replacement ?

Are they the same? 2 needed ,with two separate functions?

Damn can we can some torq specs perhaps I see way too many of these diy videos that just say nothing about specs

hi, quick question, do u need to do new adaptations after replacing vanos? thanks

What are the problems they cause

I changed mine around 72k miles...I got a code again around 81k...I'm gonna change them again...do u think its something else?

Does anybody have jumpy rpm’s ? Or know hot to fix that

Do you know the code for the o rings on the n52 engine, I can't seem to find them anywhere?

Be better to park uphill??

where are they located on the 328i twin turbo engine? i believe its a n20

What are the torque specs?

Hi I have code 003100 control pressure boost how can fix it the

at what mileage did you change your shocks I think mine need to be changed my e93 is at 130k miles

Does it matter which connector goes to the solenoid?

Mine had oil on them is that normal

Every one of these guys saying "it's so easy to replace the Vanos solenoids" doesn't tell you the most important thing - YOU NEED A COMPUTER PROGRAM to reset the Vanos system timing any time you touch it (applies whether your take them out and clean them or replace them). Through the DME the car has to relearn the positioning of the new solenoid. Otherwise, the check engine light comes on and the car runs really rough and maybe stalls out. So if you don't have the computer program to do this reset, then take it to a mechanic and don't try this as a DIYer. BMW Fanatic - would be great if you gave your viewers ALL THE INFORMATION. Sure, everyone has a 10mm socket. But not everyone has a BMW computer program that is also required for the job.

I’ve noticed that my car has been jerking forward at complete stops and was wondering if it could be because of the solenoids?

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is there a number i can call you, need ask you a question, thank you

How the fuck do you unclip the wires

Uhg with the music

You don't take the cover off, dummy. Remove the engine air intake duct. What's wrong with you?

Sorry dude your content is mostly great but in this we literally can’t see anything of what you’re doing

Hey, I'm having my n54 engine swapped and the shop just told me one of my vanos solenoid is faulty. Could you please give me your old ones? So i can use them until i can afford new ones. Thank you

"Torque it down" …..doesn't provide the torque setting....no point in this "tutorial"