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Problems with 2014 BMW 4 Series gasoline engine: engine light, rough running, high consumption - throttle valve defective?

Hey guys, I've got a problem with my 2014 petrol BMW 4 Series. The car is behaving really strangely - engine light comes on, engine just cuts out, doesn't really pick up the throttle, runs erratically, pulls when accelerating and consumes a lot of fuel. I think it could be the throttle valve, but I'm not sure. Do any of you have experience with this kind of problem and could give me a tip on what I should have checked at the garage? I would be interested to know how you have solved this and what your experiences are. Many thanks in advance!

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CarlyMechanic

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@Diti110 wrote on

Hello everyone wanted to ask what is the error 0051A8 and this morning I wanted to drive but the car jerked a lot but then it went again

Hello, The error code 0051A8 is related to the throttle valve actuator. It could be that the actuator is not functioning properly, which could cause the car to jerk. I would recommend having the throttle valve actuator checked by a professional. Please keep us updated on your progress.

Panibm

Hi been getting this code recently 0028a0 last couple of weeks on my bmw 335i 2011 any ideas or what to check thank you

Panibm

Code 0028a0 been having this code lately car stalls when on start up but not all the time sometimes it’s fine bmw 335i n55 2011 any ideas on the code or what to check if changed t map sensors on the manifold and boost pipe also rocket cover and still does it

CarlyMechanic

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@Panibm wrote on

Hi been getting this code recently 0028a0 last couple of weeks on my bmw 335i 2011 any ideas or what to check thank you

Hello, The error code 0028A0 is related to the throttle valve actuator. It could be that the actuator is not functioning properly, which could cause the car to stall on start up. I would recommend having the throttle valve actuator checked by a professional. Please keep us updated on your progress.

Panibm

Hiya been having this code 0028A0 car drives ok sometimes jerks and when on cold it stalls but won’t stall after that. Cars a bmw 2011 335i any thing I can start from

CarlyMechanic

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@Panibm wrote on

Hiya been having this code 0028A0 car drives ok sometimes jerks and when on cold it stalls but won’t stall after that. Cars a bmw 2011 335i any thing I can start from

Yes, the throttle body is what I'm referring to. Cleaning it could potentially resolve the issue if it's just dirty or sticky. However, if the throttle body is failing, it will need to be replaced. A malfunctioning throttle body could potentially let in too much or too little air, which could cause the symptoms you're experiencing. Please keep us updated on your progress.

CarlyMechanic

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@Panibm wrote on

Ah got ya I do feel like the pedal is a bit hard but when you give it some it’s fine

If you're noticing a change in the feel of the pedal, it could indeed be related to the throttle body. I would recommend having it inspected and cleaned as a first step. If the issue persists, you may need to consider replacing it. Please keep us updated on your progress.

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