2010 BMW 128i Convertible (E88) L6-3.0L (N52K) Manufacturer Code Page 89
Test condition:
No faults related to the sensor voltage supply should be
present (fault code #10800) and there should be no faults or
SPI parity faults related to the VVT sensor (fault code
#10801) or (fault code #10802)
Terminal condition: Terminal 15 ON
Voltage condition:
Electrical system voltage terminal 87 >10.0 V
Condition for fault memory entry
20 ms
Action in service
1. Inspect to determine whether VVT sensor reluctor is
installed correctly.
2. Replace VVT sensor if Item 1 is OK
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Driver information
Warning light:
ECE: No warning message. Engine reverts to VVT
emergency backup mode (throttled operation) US: OPEN
Service instruction
none
2A37
2A37 – P1017
Information saved in
DME
Fault code
2A37 – P1017
Fault text
Valvetronic, eccentric shaft sensor: plausibility
Fault description
VVT-Sensors Plausibility (Bank 1)
Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
VVT sensor plausibility monitor
1. No faults regarding the sensor voltage supply should be
present (fault code #10800)
2. No sensor faults should be present (fault codes #10801 to
#10806)
Terminal condition: Terminal 15 ON
Voltage condition:
Electrical system voltage terminal 87 >10.0 V
Condition for fault memory entry
50 ms
Action in service
1. Check reluctor on VVT sensor to ensure correct
installation and firm seating.
2. Replace VVT sensor if Item 1 is OK
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Driver information
Warning light:
ECE: No warning message. Engine reverts to VVT
emergency backup mode (throttled operation) US: OPEN
