Diagnostic advice on non start

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DanHolman
Joined: Sun 10 Jul, 2016 10:43
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  Z3 roadster 1.9

Diagnostic advice on non start

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Hi All,

After running the DIS GT1 software; Diagnosis: starter motor. I got the following;

See repair manual,
<TIS> <FRU No. :1 2 4 1 ...>

I went into TIS but can't see how to input the 1 2 4 1 code. Are there any Diagnostic experts out there that know how to use this code?

I imagine its a reference to a repair procedure.

I'm trying to troubleshoot a non start which is increasing in frequency. Inpa has identified 112 cam sensor faulty, but the starter motor may also be on the way out?

I think its both sensor and motor. I've had non start with no crank and non start with crank.
DanHolman
Joined: Sun 10 Jul, 2016 10:43
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  Z3 roadster 1.9

Re: Diagnostic advice on non start

Post by DanHolman »

found it. TIS chapter 1241
Check power input,

refer to Technical Data

of pull-in and holding windings in solenoid switch.

Check excitation winding, carbon-brush holder and open-coil
armature winding for short circuit to earth.

Check armature for shorted turns - use a standard test probe.

Checking that excitation winding is not necessary with permanent
magnets.
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BladeRunner919
Joined: Fri 17 Feb, 2012 20:18
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  Z3 roadster 1.9

Re: Diagnostic advice on non start

Post by BladeRunner919 »

Basically, 'check starter motor'. I had no idea (and am rather dubious) that DIS and INPA can give feedback on the starter motor on a basic car like the Z3. If you have a recurring cam sensor fault (I assume you cleared the code and it's come back) then change that.
DanHolman
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Re: Diagnostic advice on non start

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yep
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