P1019 – Valvetronic Motor Internal Fault (BMW)

Description

P1019 BMW indicates an internal electrical or mechanical failure in the Valvetronic motor.

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Symptoms

  • Rough idle
  • Reduced power
  • Hesitation

Causes

  • Motor failure
  • Internal short
  • Gear damage

Diagnosis

  • Test motor resistance
  • Inspect gears
  • Scan DME

Repair

  • Replace motor
  • Repair mechanism
  • Fix wiring