2000 BMW Z3 OBD System Diagnostic Trouble Codes

2000 BMW Z3
65,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PURDUETIME
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Need to take car in for repair for failure to pass inspection. There is a light on and the individual codes are P1188, P1189 and P1250.

Indicator light was reason for failing.

Do you know what any of these codes mean?

How much will it cost to repair?

Thank you.
Apr 9, 2010 at 7:15 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Replace the tank breather valve and clear the codes. Then drive to complete the readiness monitors.
Apr 10, 2010 at 8:21 AM
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