2000 BMW Z3 P0170 P0001

Tiny
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Engine Performance problem
2000 BMW Z3 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

having p0170 for quite some time changed oxygen sensor and fuel filter. Light still on. I had a go in the dtc and p0001 was noted

car is a z3 2000 8 valve 1.9
Tuesday, September 21st, 2010 AT 3:40 PM

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Tiny
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That version of software that runs the powertrain controls has been known to have issues completing monitors and with the inability to clear faults. Is this what you are experiencing? The solution may require a more comprehensive diagnosis.
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 10:20 AM
Tiny
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Thanks in fact the p0001 was displayed even when scanner was not plugged to car. Found out later that was using scanner in wrong manner. I have only p0170 blank 1 as code. I erase and after 50miles the mil light goes on again. Changed sensor and fuel filter but promblem still ther thanks again
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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 12:20 PM
Tiny
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Check for intake manifold leaks.
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Thursday, September 23rd, 2010 AT 7:19 AM
Tiny
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Thanks will do
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Thursday, September 23rd, 2010 AT 4:25 PM

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