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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONP CODE CHARTSP103C
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
P103C
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION P103C
2763 - P103C
Information saved in
DME
Fault code
2763 - P103C
Fault text
Bank 1 intake camshaft VANOS valve
Fault description
Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
none
Terminal condition: Terminal 87 on
Voltage condition:
ub > K_ED_PlusMin
Condition for fault memory entry
Driver diagnosis ATIC35
(overtemperature violation)
Action in service
1. Check valve and replace as indicated
2. Check temperature of DME and E-Box
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Torque reduction / deterioration of emissions quality
Driver information
Warning light:
No
Service instruction
none
Information saved in
DME
Fault code
2763 - P103C
Fault text
Bank 1 intake camshaft VANOS valve
Fault description
Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
none
Terminal condition: Terminal 87 on
Voltage condition:
ub > K_ED_PlusMin
Condition for fault memory entry
Driver diagnosis ATIC35
(overtemperature violation)
Action in service
1. Check valve and replace as indicated
2. Check temperature of DME and E-Box
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Torque reduction / deterioration of emissions quality
Driver information
Warning light:
No
Service instruction
none
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.