What this code means

The DME detected a severe misfire on Cylinder 6 with fuel injector cut-off activated. On BMW inline-6 engines, Cylinder 6 is the rearmost cylinder and most susceptible to heat soak issues.

Symptoms

• Check Engine Light flashing
• Rough running
• Loss of power
• Uneven idle

Common causes

• Faulty ignition coil Cylinder 6
• Worn spark plug Cylinder 6
• Fuel injector failure
• Low compression
• Valve carbon buildup on direct injection engines

Diagnostic steps

1. Check misfire counters
2. Swap coil from Cylinder 6
3. Inspect spark plug condition
4. Test injector
5. Perform compression test

Repair notes

Replace faulty ignition coil or spark plug on Cylinder 6.

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