Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light

duracellttu · Wed, Jul-18-2012, 04:27:27 PM

I had the EXACT same problem and was forced to go into the dealership for diagnosis and repair.

It can be a number of different things, to name a few, wheel speed sensor, tilt sensor in steering column or DSC module. Pray its not the DSC module, they are expensive.

For me it turned out to be the tilt sensor, which I couldnt change myself bc it needed calibration by a system I didnt have. Im assuming it was a GT1 or AutoLogic system.

Look at these areas. This topic has been discussed many times.

SYT_Shadow · Wed, Jul-18-2012, 04:29:44 PM

I've searched high and low but haven't found anyone mentioning the error I'm getting.

The shop sounds a bit clueless and says they want to 'check the signals'... God I hate car places. Maybe I should take it to Turner as they seem to know what they're doing

duracellttu · Wed, Jul-18-2012, 06:54:52 PM

The dealership was able to pull codes that I couldnt see with my Peake code reader that pointed them to the steering angle sensor.

Might be worth it to have BMW diagnose and another shop go in and fix that problem. This way you know you are approaching the right area.

SYT_Shadow · Wed, Jul-18-2012, 07:22:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duracellttu

The dealership was able to pull codes that I couldnt see with my Peake code reader that pointed them to the steering angle sensor.

Might be worth it to have BMW diagnose and another shop go in and fix that problem. This way you know you are approaching the right area.

My Peake tool doesn't see any codes, it's the dealership which pulled this one.

However, instead of the 'wheel sensor 1' I was expecting, I get the yaw error which refuses to clear and doesn't allow the steering angle sensor to be recalibrated.

This means the dealer has no clue what the problem is, and will resort to randomly 'checking wires' which sounds like a massive heap of BS to me

¿safxtacy! · Thu, Jul-19-2012, 12:23:58 AM

Have you read the thread that M3ANMACHINE created? Your problem might be related to his.

SYT_Shadow · Thu, Jul-19-2012, 12:34:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by safxtacy

Have you read the thread that M3ANMACHINE created? Your problem might be related to his.

Just did, thanks

But my code is for the yaw sensor, which I've already replaced and which was probably fine to begin with.

This is so annoying

¿safxtacy! · Fri, Jul-20-2012, 09:05:50 AM

Steering angle sensor and a recalibration might be what you need then. Or if you did replace the yaw sensor maybe just a recalibration? Not sure how those sensors work.

SYT_Shadow · Fri, Jul-20-2012, 10:54:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by safxtacy

Steering angle sensor and a recalibration might be what you need then. Or if you did replace the yaw sensor maybe just a recalibration? Not sure how those sensors work.

The system doesn't allow recalibration, probably due to the ever-present error

I have an appointment next week and I'll post the results. I think I'll need a new DSC module

2002E46M3_87 · Sat, Jul-21-2012, 02:20:05 AM

I had a similar problem... my M3 would run fine and then all of a sudden become sluggish. It turned out to be my throttle position sensor. Later I had my ignition coils replaced too..

itsme · Sat, Jul-21-2012, 08:39:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SYT_Shadow

The system doesn't allow recalibration, probably due to the ever-present error

I have an appointment next week and I'll post the results. I think I'll need a new DSC module

Have you try recoding the DSC then calibrate the sensors? Does the new and old p/n match? What's your last 7 vin and the p/n of the new part you put in?

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Wed, Jul-18-2012, 04:27:27 PM	#11
duracellttu I think fast, I talk fast and I drive fast... Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 753 In the garage: '05 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: ABQ, NM	Re: Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light I had the EXACT same problem and was forced to go into the dealership for diagnosis and repair. It can be a number of different things, to name a few, wheel speed sensor, tilt sensor in steering column or DSC module. Pray its not the DSC module, they are expensive. For me it turned out to be the tilt sensor, which I couldnt change myself bc it needed calibration by a system I didnt have. Im assuming it was a GT1 or AutoLogic system. Look at these areas. This topic has been discussed many times. __________________ 2005 BMW M3 ZCP - Black/Black Performance: Evolve-R \| Agency Power V2 Headers \| CPI Euro200R w/ 200 cell \| Eisenmann Race \| Autosolutions SSK\| aFe Stage 2 CAI \| TMS Pullies \| SPAL Electric Fan Electronics: Dice Ipod w/ HD Radio Unit \| spec.dock \| Hardwired V1 \| (2) JL Audio 10W3s powered by a JL Audio 500/1 v2

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SYT_Shadow Piraña Powered Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1,336 Reputation: 0 Location: Westchester/Boston/Windham	Re: Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light I've searched high and low but haven't found anyone mentioning the error I'm getting. The shop sounds a bit clueless and says they want to 'check the signals'... God I hate car places. Maybe I should take it to Turner as they seem to know what they're doing __________________ Vanos hub / bolts DIY Oil Pan Removal DIY Foam subframe reinforcement DIY Plastics Renewal DIY Spacer DIY ESS NA Tune Review Tools: -Shim kit -Timing tool -Engine support -Grainger foam applicator gun DIY stuff -Available in the NY/MA/NH area

Wed, Jul-18-2012, 06:54:52 PM	#13
duracellttu I think fast, I talk fast and I drive fast... Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 753 In the garage: '05 BMW M3 Reputation: 0 Location: ABQ, NM	Re: Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light The dealership was able to pull codes that I couldnt see with my Peake code reader that pointed them to the steering angle sensor. Might be worth it to have BMW diagnose and another shop go in and fix that problem. This way you know you are approaching the right area. __________________ 2005 BMW M3 ZCP - Black/Black Performance: Evolve-R \| Agency Power V2 Headers \| CPI Euro200R w/ 200 cell \| Eisenmann Race \| Autosolutions SSK\| aFe Stage 2 CAI \| TMS Pullies \| SPAL Electric Fan Electronics: Dice Ipod w/ HD Radio Unit \| spec.dock \| Hardwired V1 \| (2) JL Audio 10W3s powered by a JL Audio 500/1 v2

Thu, Jul-19-2012, 12:23:58 AM	#15
¿safxtacy! Who are we? Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3,542 Reputation: 0 Location: SFV, CA	Re: Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light Have you read the thread that M3ANMACHINE created? Your problem might be related to his. __________________ “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...”

Fri, Jul-20-2012, 09:05:50 AM	#17
¿safxtacy! Who are we? Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 3,542 Reputation: 0 Location: SFV, CA	Re: Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light Steering angle sensor and a recalibration might be what you need then. Or if you did replace the yaw sensor maybe just a recalibration? Not sure how those sensors work. __________________ “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...”

Sat, Jul-21-2012, 02:20:05 AM	#19
2002E46M3_87 2002E46M3_87 Join Date: Jul 2012 Age: 25 Posts: 46 In the garage: '02 BMW ///M3 Reputation: 0 Location: Germantown	Re: Yellow DSC + Yellow TPMS Light I had a similar problem... my M3 would run fine and then all of a sudden become sluggish. It turned out to be my throttle position sensor. Later I had my ignition coils replaced too.. __________________ Black housing turn signals, black and white emblems all the way around inc. "///M" wheel sticker, Rogue Engineering clutch pedal bushings, Bimmian painted reflectors (not in pic), Megan racing polished tip axle back exhaust

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