2009 BMW X5 (E70) — Repair Solution

3.0L M57TU2D30 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · Loss Of Power · Engine

BMW X5 (E70) Loss Of Power Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: X5 (E70)
Year: 2009
Engine: 3.0L M57TU2D30 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
Area: Engine
Category: Loss Of Power

Customer Complaint

Flat spot when taking off.

MIL is illuminated.

Problem Summary

Scanned the system for faults. Found a fault for MAF sensor.

Tested power and ground and signal. Signal frequency reading high under load. Replaced MAF sensor but still reads high.

After replacing the MAF sensor the frequency on the signal wire is sitting around 3000 Hz at idle and increases to 7000 Hz at 3000 RPM.

What else could cause this or is it likely a faulty MAF sensor?

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Quick Facts

CodeBMWE709128
Vehicle2009 BMW X5 (E70)
Engine3.0L M57TU2D30 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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