BMW X5: Limp-Home Mode
If a fault is diagnosed in the system, such as e.g. failure of the high-pressure sensor, the fuel-supply control valve is de-energized; the fuel then flows via a so-called bypass into the rail.
In the event of HPI limp-home mode, turbocharging is deactivated by an opening of the wastegate valves.
Causes of HPI limp-home mode can be:
- Implausible high-pressure sensor values
- Failure of the fuel-supply control valve
- Leakage in the high-pressure system
- Failure of the high-pressure pump
- Failure of the high-pressure sensor
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Fig. 56: Identifying Limp-Home Mode Diagram
Fuel System Safety
Working on this fuel system is only permitted after the engine has cooled down. The coolant temperature must not exceed 40ºC. This must be observed without fail because otherwise there is a danger of fuel sprayback on account of the residual pressure in the high-pressure system.
When working on the high-pressure fuel system, take particular care to ensure conditions of absolute cleanliness and follow the work sequences described in the repair instructions. Even the tiniest contaminant's and damage to the screw connections on the high-pressure lines can cause leaks.
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Fig. 57: Identifying Fuel System Safety Label
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Fig. 58: Identifying High-Pressure Fuel Lines
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Piezo Fuel Injectors
It is the outward-opening piezo-injector that renders possible spray-directed
direct injection and thus the overall
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Piezo Element
The movement of the nozzle needle in the injector is generated no longer by a
solenoid coil but rather by a
piezo-element.
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Ignition Management
Most of the ignition system components have remained the same for all NG6
engines for 2007. There are some
minor changes to the ignition coils that apply to all versions. The coils have
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Removing And Installing Or Replacing Fuel Pump
Special tools required:
13 3 010
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove left underbody panelling.
Seal off water hoses at fuel pump with special tool 13 3 010
Fig. 54: Identifying Special Tool (13 3 010) On Water Hoses
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collect
Brake Booster
REPLACING VACUUM HOSE FOR BRAKE BOOSTER (N52K)
IMPORTANT: Before beginning work, fully press the brake pedal several
times to reduce the
vacuum pressure in the brake booster. This makes it easier to remove the
vacuum hose. Vacuum hose and non-return valve are welded together and are
replaced togeth
