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P180C BMW Fault Code

Check P180C OBD Fault Code Reason
Description:

Output Shaft Speed sensor circuit intermittent failure The output shaft speed sensor signal to the PCM is irregular or interrupted.
Harness connector not properly seated Harness intermittently shorted, or open Harness connector damaged OSS sensor damaged, or not installed properly Verify harness and connector integrity Verify OSS sensor proper installation.

P180C Code Symptoms :

See P180C in engine

There are currently two main types of cylinder deactivation used today, depending on the type of engine. P180C code for the pushrod design which uses solenoids to alter the oil pressure delivered to the lifters. In their collapsed state, the lifters are unable to elevate their companion pushrods under the valve rocker arms, resulting in valves that cannot be actuated and remain closed.

Diagnosis And Repairing P180C

P180C OBD 2 code on vehicles with electronically controlled automatic transmissions, the 3-4 shift solenoid is responsible for actuating the hydraulic circuits to activate clutches or bands that change gears inside the automatic transmission.

How to fix P180C code ?

See P180C repair manual
  • EVAP system hose leaking
  • Camshaft advance mechanism binding (VCT unit)
  • Damaged VCT phaser
  • Oil Control Valve (OCV) circuit is open or shorted

Some systems require that the actuator has an adequate supply of brake fluid. Low brake fluid levels can mimic the symptoms of code P180C, so consult the manual to locate the brake fluid reservoir.

Bear in mind that a low fluid level can set code P180C on some applications, so make sure that on fluid operated systems the fluid level is up to the mark before starting an electrical diagnosis.

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