2009 BMW X3 (E83) — Repair Solution

2.0L N47D20C 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Check Engine Light / MIL - On · Engine

BMW X3 (E83) Check Engine Light / MIL - On Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: X3 (E83)
Year: 2009
Engine: 2.0L N47D20C 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 154,627
Area: Engine
Category: Check Engine Light / MIL - On

Customer Complaint

The customer reported that the engine check light was on, although no drivability issues were present.

Problem Summary

The vehicle consistently logged fault code P0401 – Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Flow Insufficient Detected. The code would return shortly after being cleared, despite the vehicle otherwise driving normally.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeBMWX309116
Vehicle2009 BMW X3 (E83)
Engine2.0L N47D20C 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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