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P3622

Cylinder Deactivation Solenoid Circuit Open - Cylinder Specified

2012-2015 BMW 320i 2.0L I4 Turbo N20

Moderate SeverityPowertrainGeneric (SAE)

Description

A specific cylinder deactivation solenoid circuit has an open condition. The PCM cannot command the lifter oil flow for the affected cylinder.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • That cylinder always fires or never fires
  • Engine vibration
  • Misfire-like symptoms
  • Fuel economy reduced
  • Deactivation system may be fully disabled

Common Causes

  • Solenoid coil open
  • Wiring harness open circuit
  • Connector pin backed out
  • PCM driver circuit failure
  • Solenoid internal failure

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Identify which cylinder solenoid is affected
  2. Test solenoid resistance
  3. Check wiring continuity to solenoid
  4. Inspect connector pins
  5. Test PCM driver output

Repair Notes

Replace failed cylinder deactivation solenoid. Inspect VLOM for related damage.

Related Codes

P3620Cylinder Deactivation System Bank 1 MalfunctionP3621Cylinder Deactivation System Bank 2 MalfunctionP3623Cylinder Deactivation Lifter Stuck Activated

Other Powertrain Codes

P3622 on Other Vehicles

Common Questions

What does code P3622 mean on a 2012-2015 BMW 320i?

P3622 stands for "Cylinder Deactivation Solenoid Circuit Open - Cylinder Specified". A specific cylinder deactivation solenoid circuit has an open condition. The PCM cannot command the lifter oil flow for the affected cylinder.

What are the symptoms of P3622 on a BMW 320i?

Common symptoms of P3622 include: Check Engine Light, That cylinder always fires or never fires, Engine vibration, Misfire-like symptoms, Fuel economy reduced, Deactivation system may be fully disabled.

What causes P3622 on a 2012-2015 BMW 320i?

Common causes of P3622 include: Solenoid coil open, Wiring harness open circuit, Connector pin backed out, PCM driver circuit failure, Solenoid internal failure.

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