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    Variable Camshaft Timing

    The cam sensor was replaced about 3 years and 10,000 miles ago sand that did not fix the problem at least for very long. Of course the sensor could have gone bad again. That simple fix went for $367 at a dealer. The wiring to the solenoid was fixed/replaced a month ago for $250 by the same...
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    Variable Camshaft Timing

    If a dealer is (was) seeing only low mileage vehicles I am not surprised that they just went ahead and replaced the VCT solenoid whether it need to be replaced or not as it was probably covered by the extended emissions parts warranty and incurred no cost to them or the customer. I am hoping...
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    Variable Camshaft Timing

    We have a 1998 Ford ZX2 with 102,000 miles that has been throwing DTC codes P1380 and P1381 off and on (mostly on) for several years. It has the Zetec engine. It runs great. No stalling or roughness. Unfortunately this time it did not pass inspection. A Ford dealer replaced the wiring to the...
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    Best oil for BMW 335i N54 twin turbo?

    I am trying to find out which oils are BMW approved in case there is a problem with my engine while it's still under warranty. If I were to have a problem while under warranty and they found that I had used an unapproved oil, they could deny coverage. I called BMW and they verbally told me the...
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    Best oil for BMW 335i N54 twin turbo?

    Exactly where does BMW say that LL-01 oils are approved ones for a non ///M motor? Does it apply to the twin turbo N54 in the 335i or 335xi?
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    Best oil for BMW 335i N54 twin turbo?

    Does anyone here know where to find BMW's written list of specifically approved oils that comply with their warranty requirements (brand, viscosity, ratings, part number)? People here seem to know which are approved and which are not. Where are you finding this info?
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