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2000 BMW 528IT E39

2.8L I6 M52 TouringRWDAUTOMATICgas
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P0048moderate severityPowertrain

Turbo/Supercharger Boost Control Solenoid Circuit High

on 2000 BMW 528iT E39 2.8L I6 M52 Touring · RWD

What this code means

High voltage detected in the boost control solenoid circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Overboosting
  • Reduced power

Common causes

  • Short to power
  • Faulty solenoid
  • PCM issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test circuit voltage
  2. Check for shorts to power
  3. Test solenoid

Repair notes

Repair short or replace solenoid.

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