I have 04' Z4 3.0i, 228K miles one owner...yup bought it new, and still a solid vehicle... but I've just recently gotten the trifecta light scenario (DSC triangle, low tire pressure, and brake - all yellow)...I used my Innova 3160g scanner to pull codes, it is a "sensor-cluster timeout CAN" message with code 5D8C... I have cleaned all 4 wheel ABS sensors and erased the code, no luck... the code appears about 3-5 seconds after turning on the ignition, appears its going thru some systems checks and failing one to throw this code...hoping its not my ABS/DSC module/pump... there's very little out there in any forums about this particular code, looking for help and save a trip to the dealer if possible.
ABS Code 5D8C and the trifecta lights...
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fyi...I've already checked the battery and alternator, both check out OK...I have cleared the code multiple times, it comes back about 3 seconds after the ignition is turned on...I can actually hear the DSC pump energizing when I turn on the ignition without starting the engine... When the pump stops, the yellow brake light comes on and the code comes back again...i have seen other posts referencing a brake pressure sensor that could cause this? Any way to check that?
Thanks...James
Thanks...James
Did you see this thread, its about E46 3 Series but has pretty much the same stuff as a prefacelift zed https://e46fanatics.com/forum/showthread.php?t=830746
james078 said:
There should be a lateral sensor as I reset mine in INPA when sorting my trifecta lights (mine was steering angle sensor though). Didn't end up finding where it is as it didn't end up being my issue.
The ABS pressure sensors located on the fluid reservoir have been culprits for others - I know that your faults don't point there specifically there but relatively easy place to start.
Not sure what your tool can do but if you get somethung like a C110+ you can see live data - then can check whether the brake pressure sensors (X2) are giving signals. That would narrow down one more variable.
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I had the exact same issue and code with my E85, 2003 3.0iSE.
a quick bit or research and a trawl through fleabay and I bought a YAW sensor from a Mini, same part number and half the price of one listed for a Z4 (£20).
plugged it in and lights went off straight away, cleared the codes and its never come back.
the cause of my problem was water under the drivers carpet, coming from door membrane.
the part number for my YAW sensor was 3452 6759412
a quick bit or research and a trawl through fleabay and I bought a YAW sensor from a Mini, same part number and half the price of one listed for a Z4 (£20).
plugged it in and lights went off straight away, cleared the codes and its never come back.
the cause of my problem was water under the drivers carpet, coming from door membrane.
the part number for my YAW sensor was 3452 6759412
