Thought I'd ask here as well, why not? Had a code thrown, P0011, twice. Not sure of the specifics of this or how to fix it. Something to do with VANOS. Anyone have any ideas?

 

What engine? Is your engine running fine or do you notice something not normal? P0011 is: Code P0011 "A" Camshaft Position - Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1)

Could be VANOS starting to crap out or just dirt in throttle bodies. Need more info to tell more.

 

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It could be as easy as a cam shaft sensor, they are a huge issue on the M5. Vanos is another story, very costly to replace.

 

Thanks guys, it's the M54. Going to an indy mechanic tomorrow, see what he says. Hopefully not the VANOS

 

Camshaft position sensor would be my guess.

The vanos code my e36 usually throws is 1519. (Which is retarded, my vanos is rebuilt and i can feel it working). Its probably because of my cams though.

 

Mechanic said vanos is failing

Going to dealership for second opinion...

 

That isn't good news at all. I hope it isn't!

 

Oh I know, thanks for your condolences. 221k miles and going strong, until this.