So this is now day 4 of trying to get the VX inspected.

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

And it keeps saying the Evap and 02 sensor HTR are Not Ready. Doesn't say they failed but that it isn't ready. I've driven at least 150-200 miles in those 4 days so wtf is the deal. I'm hoping someone here can help

[eternal21]

Are you just driving or are you completing drive cycles?

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

Is there some special process?

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

I'm over here at Arbor Lube off of lake creek and 183

[eternal21]

Yeah, there's a pattern. Check page 7:

http://klearmedia.com/personal/bmw/BMW_OBD.pdf

I've used this before and it works.

[Cobrajet]

You can read all about my trials and tribulations with those sensors and drive cycles HERE. I was able to get all of my sensors to register READY a few times in a row, but never got my CEL to clear. I think I have an electrical problem beyond my capability to diagnose.

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

I don't have a problem with the CEL being on

[ALC1717]

If You Have Any Type Of Devise Installed To Improve Your Gas Mileage - Remove It & It Will Pass Inspection !

[Cobrajet]

I don't have a problem with the CEL being on

True, but my last few weeks have been spent trying to reset the sensors to "READY", with mixed results. Last weekend I was able to complete the fifth straight successful drive cycle, and second day with ALL sensors reading READY when I started my day, but after I reset my CEL the light came back on within ten seconds, and a couple of my sensors reset to NOT READY.

I just provided the link to give you an idea of how I completed my drive cycles. It's a little different from the BMW process, but either will work. The key is starting with a COLD engine, and fuel level between 1/4 and 3/4 tank. You can only do this once a day!

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

Did you use the BMW drive cycle

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

These drive cycles are a headache never had a vehicle that did this

[FlyingV77]

take it to a little mexican corner shop. they will pass it.

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

lol anybody know of anyone in the Austin area? im about at my breaking point of waking up and doing these drive cycles. this is the 3rd day of doing the drive cycles described on this page. I love this car, but man this whole drive cycle thing really makes me take a 2nd look.

[JoFotoz]

OT...

Hiya Texaggie...
..you have a PM from me re back door grommets.

Cheers

jo

[TEXAGGIE-VX-01]

I needed other parts as well (the plastic release levers that are on the back of the 2 front seats) and I found em at Isuzuparts.com