Listen to this. P0011 on my M62B46

[Bread]

Originally Posted by papasmurf

I would do the chain guides and rebuild the VANOS. I'm still regretting that I didn't rebuild mine. I'm going to have to tear down again to rebuild them.

Is that due to continuing issues with engine codes, or noise issues? I get about one second of rattle upon startup if the engine is cold, but its (well it was) smooth and quiet otherwise. Gotta check the mileage when I get home.

[Bread]

Well, I took it down to an indy I have used in the past to inspect everthing. They got the oil pan and valve covers off and found the guides were chewed up. Unfortunately because about 45 miles were put on the car in this condition the chain ground away the case, and sent metal chips circulating about the engine. I didn't see it myself, but in any event it would seem pointless to replace the guides on this motor without going through the rest of it including the vanos.

They're recommending we swap in a used motor, but these things are tough to come by. If anybody knows of a source please let me know. I'm located in Seattle.

[papasmurf]

Originally Posted by Bread

Is that due to continuing issues with engine codes, or noise issues? I get about one second of rattle upon startup if the engine is cold, but its (well it was) smooth and quiet otherwise. Gotta check the mileage when I get home.

Noise issues.