2021 GR Supra Smoke coming out the Hood Battery CEL

[mdbr0tha]

Update!!!

So apparently it's the Compressor went out , and is a known issue amongst BMW Z4's.

Compressor has been ordered and will be installed this week.

https://www.rycompressors.com/learning-center/tips-guides/common-bmw-z4-c-problems/

Hopefully replacing this will fix the issue, and not turn into a trickle effect & numerous visits to the dealer.

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[XtremeMaC]

wut! a known issue of A/C compressor throws battery recharge error???
I call BS on that site.. What's the mileage on your car anyhow..
Also, B58 is used across, can't be z4 specific. surely they may be fitting 2 seaters with smaller compressors but do they carry over the compressor from previous engine to this? dunno..
Anyhow, hopefully that fixes your problem..

 

[Elektro]

wut! a known issue of A/C compressor throws battery recharge error???
I call BS on that site..

Variable displacement compressors dont have clutch... if the compressor jams it stop the whole belt and alternator doesnt turn either.

 

[XtremeMaC]

Variable displacement compressors dont have clutch... if the compressor jams it stop the whole belt and alternator doesnt turn either.

Yeah didn't think of that. Makes sense. Worked on HVAC with clutch and clutchless never had experienced such an issue. Something with tensioner or belt selection? Dunno..

 

[mdbr0tha]

So they ordered a new compressor and belt, the work was supposed to be done yesterday and the car returned today. But of course!!! The dealership ordered the wrong part. Now Repair/Delivery is now scheduled for next week.

 

[zrk]

So they ordered a new compressor and belt, the work was supposed to be done yesterday and the car returned today. But of course!!! The dealership ordered the wrong part. Now Repair/Delivery is now scheduled for next week.

Hold tight buddy. It's been raining here in Chicago all week, so I haven't been able to drive mine either.

 

[Matador]

wut! a known issue of A/C compressor throws battery recharge error???
I call BS on that site.. What's the mileage on your car anyhow..
Also, B58 is used across, can't be z4 specific. surely they may be fitting 2 seaters with smaller compressors but do they carry over the compressor from previous engine to this? dunno..
Anyhow, hopefully that fixes your problem..

Yeah, if the AC compressor and the alternator share a belt that's gonna be a problem.

 

[Davidpingu]

Sometimes they run a water pump too, then you’ve got real problems!!!
No idea if that’s the case on a B58. Last engine I put a spanner to was a K20.

Don’t like the idea of a compressor that can’t turn when it fails though. That doesn’t sound great at all.

 

[Elektro]

there are usually shear pins etc if no clutch but the fun part about when things break is you never know what you're gonna get

 

[J29DB03]

there are usually shear pins etc if no clutch but the fun part about when things break is you never know what you're gonna get

Car problems are like a box of chocolates…

 

[mdbr0tha]

Car problems are like a box of chocolates…

Yeah it sucks man, especially for a 21 supra with only 10k miles

 

[J29DB03]

Yeah it sucks man, especially for a 21 supra with only 10k miles

Well don’t be going and giving my ‘21 any ideas!

In seriousness, glad to hear the problem was figured out. That’s half the battle/pain in all this.

 

[mdbr0tha]

Well don’t be going and giving my ‘21 any ideas!

In seriousness, glad to hear the problem was figured out. That’s half the battle/pain in all this.

Hahaha, I'll do my best not to.

Thank you. Hopefully good news next week

 

[mdbr0tha]

UPDATE!

So they actually had the part expedited & replaced. I was able to pick the car up Saturday, Which was surprising. Car drives great so far!

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