Check Engine Light on due to valvetronic system fault: BMW 528i Muffler & Exhaust

Problem overview

The Check Engine Light may illuminate associated with a valvetronic system fault code stored in the DME (Powertrain control module). Our technicians tell us there is a software upgrade for the DME which should correct this concern.

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BMW 528i vehicles with this problem

4 model years affected

Average mileage: 132,278 miles

(75,600 - 180,000)

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Check Engine Light on due to valvetronic system fault on BMW 528i

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