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08-28-2012, 02:21 PM | #1 |
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Coolant temp sensor...
This issue keeps coming back, and causing my car to lose significant power without triggering a CEL. When it happens, the radiator fan kicks in high blast, I lose power, the oil temps drop really fast, and I have to pull over and restart the car. When I restart the car the rpm kicks in and maintains 1000 solid at idle for about 20 seconds, then it starts to come back down to a normal 6-700. This issue happens to me both with and without my procede rev 2.5 installed.
I've looked at other threads regarding this issue, and it seems no one has really come up with a solution or knows exactly what is going on, so I'm starting this one to get some fresh input on the subject as I know there are some people out there still experiencing this same problem. Would the best thing to do be go to the dealership and have them replace the sensor? From what I've been reading, it has nothing to do with the sensor itself..
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08-28-2012, 02:33 PM | #2 |
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I am getting the same issue but only with the procede installed. My symptoms are 12000 code(2ee0 - Engine coolant temp sensor) and extreme power loss, slower than stock.
I have a buzzing from the front of the engine bay with the car on accessories mode but not started. Once I start the car, the radiator fan sounds like a jet turbine and it does not stop running. From what the Bentley manual states, with a bad ECT sensor, the car runs but assumes worse case scenarios for the coolant temps and restricts aggressive timing levels or afrs hence the possibility for reduced performance. Now with the Procede uninstalled, my car does not throw the code and the fan functions normally but I still have power loss. It appears that you're still under warranty and its only like a $15 part even if you weren't and I think it's pretty easy to change. I'd take it to the dealership, even if they don't change it, they'll give you an explanation as to why the problem is occurring. |
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08-28-2012, 02:40 PM | #3 |
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had the same problem with the procede, this was about the time there was the high rpm misfires. I replaced the temp sensor 3 times in that span, in the end I sold the procede as it caused too many problems.
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08-28-2012, 02:58 PM | #4 | |
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I have a Bentley manual but can't get a good judge of where the ect sensor is. Can you give any insight in respect to its location on the car. Thanks, |
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08-28-2012, 03:10 PM | #5 |
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This issue has been discussed here http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...ighlight=12003
If you are running a Procede, try adjusting the wastegate setting from the default 90% to 30%. Worked for me |
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Then I have to pull over off the freeway just to restart the car, pretty scary but I'll try adjusting the wastegate comp and see what happens
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08-28-2012, 03:52 PM | #8 |
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Definitely some sort of Procede bug.
Here's another thread: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=395973 |
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08-28-2012, 05:24 PM | #9 |
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You can shut off the engine while moving down the road, but be careful, of course. I put it in neutral, hold the Start button down until the engine shuts off, then push in the clutch and restart. Back in gear, rev match, continue on. This is, of course, dangerous and should only be done if you're comfortable with shutting off a car moving at speed. Braking and steering may be compromised, so only do it if you're by yourself, not in traffic, and going straight.
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08-29-2012, 08:48 AM | #10 |
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I had same issue. After adaptation reset and procede reset the correct way, the problem has disappeared for the time being. Definitely had something to do with Procede as I threw a 2EE3 code I believe
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09-09-2012, 06:41 PM | #12 |
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Had this happen again on way to Bimmerstock. I have no clue what the hell is going on here. It only happens when I am cruising on the highway and all of a sudden I see the oil temps drop and drop. Have to pull over and shut off car and on and then far is back to normal. Read the codes and again it's this damn 2ee3 code. I just reset the procede again and see if this happens again.
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09-09-2012, 08:13 PM | #16 |
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It has to be a bug in Procede as too many people are experiencing this. Lowering the wastegate % is a bandaide. If this keep happening I will be pissed but I rather not have my exhaust sound like crap by lower WG. I have mine at 90% maybe next I will try reducing it to 80 and take it from there. This sucks
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09-09-2012, 08:15 PM | #17 |
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I have had the same issue and its absolutely a Procede issue. I have the BMW electric wheel and my coolant temp is bouncing around by 3-5 degrees all the time when i have the Procede installed. Without the Procede installed the temperature is way more calm without the fluctuations.
What happens is the coolant sensor gets a false reading and hits maximum temperature ( in my case 205C ). This causes the fan to kick in unnecessarily which cools the oil and coolant below the setpoint. I have no idea what is causing it, i have screwed with the wastegate settings with no solution. I believe it has to do with a voltage that is interfering with the coolant sensor. Reason i think this, is because when i rev the engine the temperature swings. When its at idle, its more consistent. When the engine is revving higher, the alternator is putting out slightly more voltage so somehow that is causing issues with the Procede and the coolant sensor.
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Dropping the value from 90 to 80 probably wont do a thing. I suggest dropping it to 40 for starters. |
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I agree. I have encountered the same exact thing, restarting seems to fix it temporarily. I find it always happens to me at WOT. Must be a map thing because i never had this issue before. I am on the Rev II 12-17 maps.
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Just drop the wg position value to 40. The only relevant difference between older maps and the map you are running is WGDC during cruise. Raising it was an attempt to alleviate the WG rattle problem.
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