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I’ve only gotten this message like 4 times and it’s usually happened to me randomly. The car runs perfectly fine changes gears fine etc. I recently changed the crank shaft sensor idk if that’s related to the issue. I need help I’m not sure what to do.
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First, report the message you're getting.
When did you last change the fluid and filter?
Ed in San Jose '97 540i 6 speed aspensilber over aubergine leather. Build date 3/97. Golden Gate Chapter BMW CCA Nr 62319.
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I recently bought the car August 8th and the previous owner kept it in good condition it was just missing a bit Of oil so I added a quart and that was about it.
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One of the main causes of the TFS message is a low battery.
I'd vote to get your battery tested & rule that out.
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2000 740i sport: 74k Green/Tan chrome MPars, clear corners, quad brake lights, AIC hi-beams, Hoen fogs, 16x9 screen, MKIV, TFT LCD screen in back, license plate backup camera with "on demand" switch, iPod audio/video (CDC/iPod audio switching, iPod video on 16x9 screen), Basslink, gauge rings, ///M pedals, switched steptronic +/- shifting mode, E46 paddle shifter steering wheel, Dinan engine & tranny software upgrade, DDEs controlled via Euro fog light switch, painted calipers with "BMW" lettering, windows up/sunroof close via remote.
2003 540i sport: 81k, Sterling grey/grey, MKIV Nav, PDC & CWP - Added license plate backup camera with "on demand" switch, paddle shift steering wheel, windows up/sunroof close via remote, Akebono's, painted calipers with "BMW" lettering, quad brake lights, iPod audio via AUX mode/video via 16x9 screen, BMW TV tuner, ///M pedals & gauge rings.
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Yes, first step : test the battery and alternator, and recharge the battery anyway.
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I’m having the same thing intermittently on my 01 M62 but the car runs like a champion! Thanks for this insight guys! I’m putting the trickle charger on right now!
Also I am a little over 100K
Isn’t that the recommended time to change the transmission fluid and filter?
Thanks again!
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Yes
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Roger that. Kit on its way from FCP. Thanks!Originally Posted by Chedley
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Okay sounds good! Thanks for the help I really appreciate it
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Hey my negative connector was very loose I disconnected and waited 15 mins then reconnected the error code hasn’t gone away. But idk if it takes a while for the car to notice
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Disconnecting the battery won’t clear codes.
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okay hmm then what can it be since my battery isn’t dead.
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Your battery may be low, not necessarily dead... yet.
What is the voltage of the battery with engine off, then with engine running ?! Use a mulit-meter or the OBD menu on the dashboard to read it.
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okay I’ll take it to my nearest auto shop later but also to add my car revs and accelerates very slowly
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What Chedley said
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Movin….what’s up with 2 posts on the same topic?
It’s better to just keep adding on to the original post, easier for others to follow and help you.
https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/s...-failsafe-prog
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Freakin guy thinks he’s moving so fast…. Apparently not.
Set the controls for the heart of the sun
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lol my bad. Anyways i went to the nearest autozone they tested my battery and it was too low to even charge it was at 68%. It was also too late to charge it.
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