2013 BMW 328i · Repair Cost Breakdown
The case
“Idle surges between 600-1500 RPM, sometimes stalls at lights. Codes for VANOS solenoids.”
What it turned out to be
Both VANOS solenoids failed (intake and exhaust). Replaced solenoids, cleaned intake, oil change.
The repair bill
Total
$985
$985
Parts
$540
$540
Labor
$445
$445
Did you know?
BMW VANOS solenoids fail because of dirty oil. Stick to BMW-spec oil and change every 5k, not 10k.
🛠 Tools & parts for this kind of repair
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- → Engine oil (5qt) on Amazon
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