15-11-2018, 10:12 PM | #1 |
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CSL lack of use woes
The CSL was brought out after +6 months SORN and the dash was like a Christmas tree. It was flashed up as the front drivers side wheel speed monitor/ DSC sensor.
I know that it is a common fault but why does nearly every warning light have to flash up. Anyway I tried cleaning it up and replacing it but to no avail. It was not that dirty to be honest... just a bit of mud and grime. I have to say that the Allen key bolt was a pain in the arse to undo. These have now been replaced by BMW with T30 bolts. This is probably for the true techies but as the bolt goes through a large brass collar which is part and parcel of the sensor am I right in asuuming this is a grounding/earthing screw. I only ask as I did wonder whether I should have cleaned the attachment point of the bolt with something more abrasive after the initial cleaning of the sensor. I did scrub it when the new one (#34 52 6 792 896) went on. A 100m drive cleared all the lights and after about a mile the final yellow cog light went out too. I dont think keeping these things standing for long periods is very good for all the electrics et al. Pip (pictures to follow) |
15-11-2018, 10:57 PM | #2 |
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Hi don’t panic about not cleaning it no it’s not a earth point the circuit goes back to the ABS control unit. Hope that helps
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15-11-2018, 10:59 PM | #3 |
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I dont think keeping these things standing for long periods is very good for all the electrics et al.
Pip Glad everything is sorted. I don't think it is just the electrics. I think parts need to move &/or be lubricated. For that reason unless the roads are full of salt in the winter I always try & drive cesil at least every two weeks. |
15-11-2018, 11:00 PM | #4 |
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16-11-2018, 02:20 PM | #6 |
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16-11-2018, 04:12 PM | #7 |
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16-11-2018, 06:46 PM | #8 |
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Those sensors don’t last long whether the car is used or not, I’ve had to change them on every BMW I ve owned.
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16-11-2018, 07:06 PM | #9 |
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16-11-2018, 07:13 PM | #10 |
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