2012 BMW X1 (E84) — Repair Solution

2.0L N46B20 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Loss Of Power · Engine

BMW X1 (E84) Loss Of Power Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: X1 (E84)
Year: 2012
Engine: 2.0L N46B20 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 91,903
Area: Engine
Category: Loss Of Power

Customer Complaint

The customer reported a fault after a cylinder head repair.

Problem Summary

Following cylinder head reassembly, the vehicle displayed a slight loss of power and consistently logged fault code 2870, VANOS inlet adaptation stop.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeBMWE812128
Vehicle2012 BMW X1 (E84)
Engine2.0L N46B20 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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