Drivetrain Error this morning - XBimmers

MattUK · 02-11-2013, 03:26 AM

As I pulled into work this morning the car gonged away and told me there was a problem with my drivetrain, and that performance would be reduced and to drive slowly and go to service.

Anyone seen this before?

MattUK · 02-11-2013, 03:36 AM

Just found some other posts.. Now this happened as I parked at level 3 of an underground car park.. so I hope I can get it out again later.

buze · 02-11-2013, 04:09 PM

Did you manage to get out then?

heverlee · 02-12-2013, 12:29 AM

I had the same warning couple of months ago when backing out of garage. turned off and restarted with warning gone and never showed up again.

dealer also assured me this normal if it does not happen frequently

E92LNGCGY · 02-12-2013, 01:51 PM

I had this problem about 1 month ago. Started car and had that message so I turned it off and turned it back on and it was gone. Took it to the dealer and found out a sensor in the air inlet was broken. They said this was a common problem. I would suggest to bring it in for a check.

MattUK · 02-12-2013, 03:56 PM

Well I went to have a play, started it up and within minutes it was spluttering and stalled, then it said START/STOP Failure.

I started it again, and put it into N, and when it started to splutter again I feathered the pedal, and it tried to rev, then suddenly it was like something cleared and the car revved freely again. So I took the advantage to leave the car park in case.

Started it again, and again and again, and it was fine. Not had a problem since, although the START/STOP no longer seems to work.

Its due a service in 1200 miles, so I will book it in next week as there is a whole list of things they need to look at..

Has anyone been in for a service and theyve updated the firmware across the car? My list of issues so far is kinda small..

DriveTrain
Steering Rack Issues
Suspension Clunking
Noise under windscreen (ok with the DIY sponge stuffed in there)
Squeaky Drivers Seat
Windows Up/Down painfully slow and sometimes Anti Trap Failure message

E92LNGCGY · 02-12-2013, 04:44 PM

Sorry to hear about all the issues you have. I can comment on the squeaky driver seat. I brought the car back twice and finally the 2nd time they took the seat apart and put silicone or something in there. The seat is good now. Again this is a common problem.

MattUK · 02-12-2013, 04:51 PM

Thanks.. they are not major issues and they don't really make me hate the car, they are simple things that I've lived with for over a year.. I still think its a great car and I am pleased with it.

Actually the most annoying thing for me, is the music collection is displayed by album names and not artist.. totally crap.

sfax · 02-15-2013, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by MattUK

Well I went to have a play, started it up and within minutes it was spluttering and stalled, then it said START/STOP Failure.

I started it again, and put it into N, and when it started to splutter again I feathered the pedal, and it tried to rev, then suddenly it was like something cleared and the car revved freely again. So I took the advantage to leave the car park in case.

Started it again, and again and again, and it was fine. Not had a problem since, although the START/STOP no longer seems to work.

Its due a service in 1200 miles, so I will book it in next week as there is a whole list of things they need to look at..

Has anyone been in for a service and theyve updated the firmware across the car? My list of issues so far is kinda small..

DriveTrain
Steering Rack Issues
Suspension Clunking
Noise under windscreen (ok with the DIY sponge stuffed in there)
Squeaky Drivers Seat
Windows Up/Down painfully slow and sometimes Anti Trap Failure message

I got my firmware updated but I had to fight for it. They won't just do it for free as it's a lengthy process. I was owed by them for a foul up during the sales process so used this as a bargaining chip

sfax · 02-15-2013, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattUK

Thanks.. they are not major issues and they don't really make me hate the car, they are simple things that I've lived with for over a year.. I still think its a great car and I am pleased with it.

Actually the most annoying thing for me, is the music collection is displayed by album names and not artist.. totally crap.

The Music Collection was clearly designed by someone who never listens to any music, or someone who only owns a gramophone.

My favourite features are playing album songs in alphabetical not track order, and the need to "Start Playback" after you select an album or song (like you might have selected it for some other reason)

Gustanski · 02-17-2013, 07:02 PM

I have a 2013 x3 with under 2000 miles. I have had this happen 3 times. After the first two, took to dealer and after a week they could not figure out or recreate. So the dealer assumed this was a freak. Now just happened again after parking outside in cold weather. As before, the car is shaking and says to be driven cautiously.

Is this thing a lemon? I really don't trust the car when it is cold and I live in MN.

John117 · 03-01-2013, 04:40 PM

I had a similar problem during a cold week in Montreal. The dealer replaced a faulty relay switch. It took over a week but it fixed the problem.

He could not guarante that it would not happen again if the temperature falls again below -25 C...

02-11-2013, 03:26 AM	#1
MattUK Captain Unsensible Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D MSport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 340 iTrader: (0)	Drivetrain Error this morning As I pulled into work this morning the car gonged away and told me there was a problem with my drivetrain, and that performance would be reduced and to drive slowly and go to service. Anyone seen this before?
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02-11-2013, 04:09 PM	#3
buze Owner Drives: F25 2.0d Manual Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Berkshire, Powys Posts: 131 iTrader: (0)	Did you manage to get out then? __________________ Received 13-03-01. 2.0d Manual:Sparkling Bronze:Red/Brown Leather:Alu Trim:Run Flats:Xenons:Auto Headlights:Moonroof:Thermal Glass:Sunblinds:Comfort Access:Electric Tailgate:Electric Seats:Lumbar:Extended Storage:Top view cam...

02-12-2013, 01:51 PM	#5
E92LNGCGY Captain Drives: E92/F25 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 676 iTrader: (0)	I had this problem about 1 month ago. Started car and had that message so I turned it off and turned it back on and it was gone. Took it to the dealer and found out a sensor in the air inlet was broken. They said this was a common problem. I would suggest to bring it in for a check. __________________ Looking to buy or sell property in Alberta? Drop me a line to see what I can do for you. Urban Realty - Leslie Ng - 403-807-6248 or leslieng168@gmail.com

02-12-2013, 04:44 PM	#7
E92LNGCGY Captain Drives: E92/F25 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 676 iTrader: (0)	Sorry to hear about all the issues you have. I can comment on the squeaky driver seat. I brought the car back twice and finally the 2nd time they took the seat apart and put silicone or something in there. The seat is good now. Again this is a common problem. __________________ Looking to buy or sell property in Alberta? Drop me a line to see what I can do for you. Urban Realty - Leslie Ng - 403-807-6248 or leslieng168@gmail.com

03-01-2013, 04:40 PM	#12
John117 Registered Drives: 2013 X3 28i Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Montreal Posts: 4 iTrader: (0)	Drivetrain malfunction issue I had a similar problem during a cold week in Montreal. The dealer replaced a faulty relay switch. It took over a week but it fixed the problem. He could not guarante that it would not happen again if the temperature falls again below -25 C...

02-11-2013, 03:36 AM	#2
MattUK Captain Unsensible Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D MSport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 340 iTrader: (0)	Just found some other posts.. Now this happened as I parked at level 3 of an underground car park.. so I hope I can get it out again later.

02-12-2013, 12:29 AM	#4
heverlee Enlisted Member Drives: X3 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: AZ Posts: 45 iTrader: (0)	I had the same warning couple of months ago when backing out of garage. turned off and restarted with warning gone and never showed up again. dealer also assured me this normal if it does not happen frequently

02-12-2013, 03:56 PM	#6
MattUK Captain Unsensible Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D MSport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 340 iTrader: (0)	Well I went to have a play, started it up and within minutes it was spluttering and stalled, then it said START/STOP Failure. I started it again, and put it into N, and when it started to splutter again I feathered the pedal, and it tried to rev, then suddenly it was like something cleared and the car revved freely again. So I took the advantage to leave the car park in case. Started it again, and again and again, and it was fine. Not had a problem since, although the START/STOP no longer seems to work. Its due a service in 1200 miles, so I will book it in next week as there is a whole list of things they need to look at.. Has anyone been in for a service and theyve updated the firmware across the car? My list of issues so far is kinda small.. DriveTrain Steering Rack Issues Suspension Clunking Noise under windscreen (ok with the DIY sponge stuffed in there) Squeaky Drivers Seat Windows Up/Down painfully slow and sometimes Anti Trap Failure message

02-12-2013, 04:51 PM	#8
MattUK Captain Unsensible Drives: 2011 X3 3.0D MSport Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 340 iTrader: (0)	Thanks.. they are not major issues and they don't really make me hate the car, they are simple things that I've lived with for over a year.. I still think its a great car and I am pleased with it. Actually the most annoying thing for me, is the music collection is displayed by album names and not artist.. totally crap.

02-17-2013, 07:02 PM	#11
Gustanski Registered Drives: X3 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 1 iTrader: (0)	I have a 2013 x3 with under 2000 miles. I have had this happen 3 times. After the first two, took to dealer and after a week they could not figure out or recreate. So the dealer assumed this was a freak. Now just happened again after parking outside in cold weather. As before, the car is shaking and says to be driven cautiously. Is this thing a lemon? I really don't trust the car when it is cold and I live in MN.

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