DTC P1038 BMW

Valvetronic (VVT) CAN Message Monitoring Faulty Desired Message (Bank 2)

Valvetronic (VVT) CAN Message Monitoring Faulty Desired Message (Bank 2)

Description

After the DME is active or the engine running for 500ms, with a voltage of 7 on Terminal 87, the monitoring system displayed a faulty message.

Cause and Solution

ECU failure (or SZL or ZGM)
Bus system failure
Defective bus controller (SZL or ZGM)
Short circuit in CAN wire or open circuit.
Defective DME

Video Guide

Duration: PT4M9S | Uploaded: 2020-06-20

Diagnostic Info

  • DTC Code: P1038
  • Brand: BMW
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