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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2010M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONP CODE CHARTSP0366
2010 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
P0366
2010 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION P0366
2760 - P0366
Information saved in
DME
Fault code
2760 - P0366
Fault text
VANOS maximum limit position, exhaust Bank 1
Fault description
Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
Pressure detected, no current quality measurement, specified
and actual variation > as van_ist_anschl -
K_VAN_ANSCHL_DELTA
Terminal condition: Engine running
Voltage condition:
none
Condition for fault memory entry
Mutual variation at limit < (K_VAN_SPR_Max-
K_VAN_SPR_Max_TOL)
Action in service
1. Delete stored DTCs from error memory, VANOS system
test
2. Check VANOS valves
3. Check camshaft adjustment
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Instrument displays error / power reduction / MIL on after
engine runs 2x
Driver information
Warning light:
No
Service instruction
none
Information saved in
DME
Fault code
2760 - P0366
Fault text
VANOS maximum limit position, exhaust Bank 1
Fault description
Condition for fault identification
Test condition:
Pressure detected, no current quality measurement, specified
and actual variation > as van_ist_anschl -
K_VAN_ANSCHL_DELTA
Terminal condition: Engine running
Voltage condition:
none
Condition for fault memory entry
Mutual variation at limit < (K_VAN_SPR_Max-
K_VAN_SPR_Max_TOL)
Action in service
1. Delete stored DTCs from error memory, VANOS system
test
2. Check VANOS valves
3. Check camshaft adjustment
Fault effect and breakdown warning
Instrument displays error / power reduction / MIL on after
engine runs 2x
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.