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Old Sep 15, 2021 | 01:26 PM
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Pre-Safe Functions Limited at Full Throttle

So i have searched the forums, and this is my first post.. car was received 24 hours ago..

2012 e63 wagon

I am getting the pre-safe message when i attempt to go full throttle, typically in the lower RPM range. I've only been driving in Sport, however it will happen if i am in paddle shift mode, as well as Drive mode. I've been able to get on it around the 3500 rpm range, but anything below that, the car goes straight into limp mode with this warning. The only light on my dash that comes on is the traction control light, and both side assist lights are on the mirrors as well.

As soon as i turn the car off and back on, it is back to normal.

Why can't i go WOT at lower RPM's? I havent even been able to push it yet from a stop

Ive read a lot about distronic/cameras/radars being dirty and happening randomly at normal driving... but this is only happening at full throttle
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Old Sep 15, 2021 | 02:26 PM
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Check for codes...might help you narrow it down. There are plenty of preventative measures on the the car that can go haywire...
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Old Sep 15, 2021 | 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Ncbimma
Check for codes...might help you narrow it down. There are plenty of preventative measures on the the car that can go haywire...
I will be taking it in on friday, however if I dont have any lights that stay on, can there still be some codes being thrown? Theres no CEL on or anything.. I was able to get on it a few times today, but again, only if im cruising above 3k rpm, and i slowly have to punch it, then it will go.
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Old Sep 16, 2021 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by auggie2420
I will be taking it in on friday, however if I dont have any lights that stay on, can there still be some codes being thrown? Theres no CEL on or anything.. I was able to get on it a few times today, but again, only if im cruising above 3k rpm, and i slowly have to punch it, then it will go.
there are still codes potentially, temporary codes .. there are also permanent codes
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Old Sep 19, 2021 | 07:23 AM
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I had similar issues. Checked for codes and had a P2123. Replaced the throttle pedal (super easy 5 minute job) and hasn't came back.
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Old Sep 19, 2021 | 11:34 AM
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I had similar issues. Checked for codes and had a P2123. Replaced the throttle pedal (super easy 5 minute job) and hasn't came back.
I scanned yesterday and that was the exact code. I have yet to look up how to replace it or DIY
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Old Sep 19, 2021 | 12:19 PM
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Originally Posted by auggie2420
I scanned yesterday and that was the exact code. I have yet to look up how to replace it or DIY
Part # 222-300-11-00. It's as easy as it gets, just two little nuts and a electrical harness plug.
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Part # 222-300-11-00. It's as easy as it gets, just two little nuts and a electrical harness plug.
so it’s just the pedal I have to replace? Nothing to do with the harness?
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Originally Posted by auggie2420
so it’s just the pedal I have to replace? Nothing to do with the harness?
Correct, at least that's what worked for me. Pedal seems to be a wear item on these.
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