2010 BMW 128i Convertible (E88) L6-3.0L (N52K) P Code Charts
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P169A
2CFC - P169A
Information saved in
DME
Fault code
2CFC - P169A
Fault text
Throttle valve, start check
Fault description
Throttle Valve Actuator Start Test Limp-Home Position
Failed
Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
Switch terminals
Terminal condition: Terminal 15 ON
Voltage condition:
Voltage in onboard electrical system >= 10 V
Condition for fault memory entry
1 sec.
Action in service
1) Check: Sum of throttle valve voltages must equal 5 V,
2) Perform electrical check on wires to throttle valve
sensors,
3) Visual inspection of plug-in terminals (at components,
wiring harness and DME),
4) Component defect is unlikely, replace throttle valve only
in an emergency
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Driver information
Warning light:
CC status report: Reduced engine performance!,
MIL ON
EMB + rpm limit 1300 rpm
