Hey there,
Strange question, my wastegate actuator rod snapped. I've fashioned a new one but i can't seem to get the error to clear. The error i'm getting is to do with the play in the valve being not the right length. Which has me wondering if i just need to clear the error with a BMW diagnostic tool, or if the length of my actuator rod is wrong. ( I've used a rod with threads on both sides so i can adjust it if need be) anyway, since the only way to know for sure what the length of that is would be to measure a real, non broken one, would anyone mind measuring that for me? Or if you have any other insights that would be great.
Mitsubishi Turbocharger Wastegate
SKU: 1503580-MU-11657638783
That's the OEM part. I have a 2015 320i, rear wheel, manual.
Last edited by lessthanthree; 06-25-2020 at 06:35 PM. Reason: not sure why i got labeled with E30
If the error won't go away, and the car keeps going into boost limp mode issues, it's definitely the wrong length.
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The BMW diagnostic software (ISTA) has a test plan that you have to run and it will check the actuator and tell you if it's too long or too short.
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OK,
Given that most of the shops around here are currently booked up for over a month, how do i get my hands on that software? do i need a specific diagnostic tool or is it something i need a cable for my laptop for? and what cable specifically. There seem to be a ton of different flavors out there. Thanks for your help!
Last edited by lessthanthree; 06-26-2020 at 11:40 AM.
Every vehicle is different, which is why there’s a test plan to adjust it. I think ISTA can be purchased and installed on a lap top
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ASE and BMW Master Certified Technician
Not weird. Happened to me too.
I think the garage just welded it back together. They never mentioned any issues and it works now.
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