Idle Problem

[Jenna H]

OK my 328 is idling funny, one minute its fine and then the next its jumping and sometimes even stalls, anyone got any idea??????? :(

[Jenna H]

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[Pirate_copy]

Have you cleaned your ICV matey? - http://www.unitedbimmer.com/kb-e36-icvcleaning.php

Any performance issues when you get going? If you are then it could be an air/fuel filter blocked or even a bad spark plug or coilpack...

[Jenna H]

no babe, could it be anything else?

[euro325i]

Cam Sensor?

[Pirate_copy]

Good call, but this would cause starting and performance issues too

When is the last time she had a good service?

[Jenna H]

Cam Sensor?

when i get home ill have a look, its a bloody pain in the arse, also it feels like shes being held back when i put my foot down

[Jenna H]

Good call, but this would cause starting and performance issues too

When is the last time she had a good service?

well some days i go to start her and nothing happens, doesnt even turn over

[Pirate_copy]

Thaought you said there was no performance issues.....

Cam sensor is a possibility and so is the O2 sensor.

Do you have any diagnostic software/tools?

[Pirate_copy]

well some days i go to start her and nothing happens, doesnt even turn over

Cam sensor then!

[Jenna H]

whats the best way of checking if its the sensor?????

[Jenna H]

Thaought you said there was no performance issues.....

Cam sensor is a possibility and so is the O2 sensor.

Do you have any diagnostic software/tools?


not that well equipt

[Pirate_copy]

Diagnostic is the only real way darlin' i am sorry

If you cant find anyone around you to do it, let me know and i will as i have the bits (hehe)

[Jenna H]

where do you liuve luv, wont it be a bit of a way to travel?

[Pirate_copy]

check PM

[Jenna H]

are there any other possible things causing this :)

[Pirate_copy]

Yeah

Could be un-metred air getting into the system though a vacuum leak. Check your intake boot (the black, ribbed one behind the air filter) for damage.

When i bought my baby, the boot was worn and she ran like crap!!

Also, check your throttle body for gunk as this can cause a very uneven idle

[Bimrpwr]

Diagnostic is the only real way darlin' i am sorry

If you cant find anyone around you to do it, let me know and i will as i have the bits (hehe)

where do you liuve luv, wont it be a bit of a way to travel?


Pete this is a car site not a dating site :bigpimp:



Pete might be on the right path with Cam or ICV. Also you can pick up some http://www.bgprod.com/products/fuelair.html BG44k in the can and run it through.

Also when was the last time you did a tune up. Plugs, fuel filter, check vent tubes....

[Pirate_copy]

Thanks for that mate.....appreciated!!!

[rwg]

When was the last time the air filter was replaced? If it's bad enough . . .

Throttle body or a dirty mass air sensor perhaps. Or, if you recently installed a filter that uses oil, you might have used to much and coated a sensor with oil.

The good news is it *most likely* will be an inexpensive problem to fix, once you figure out what the problem is.

[VTi]

bow chicka wow wow!

[Pirate_copy]

Are you quoting a Lynx advert????

[VTi]

Maybe....

[Bimrpwr]

Thanks for that mate.....appreciated!!!

anytime Mate.

[Conehead]

Diagnostic is the only real way darlin' i am sorry

If you cant find anyone around you to do it, let me know and i will as i have the bits (hehe)

Hmmmmmm..I dont think I need to post my 2 cents worth.....Pirate seems to have all avenues covered........:thumbup:

[Pirate_copy]

lol

Guessed i asked for this !!

[VTi]

hence the.....BOW CHIKA WOW WOWWWWWW! ;)

[Pirate_copy]

Ok guys, lay off now

I am helpful to everyone and cant help that this particular person is:

A - From the UK and not too far from me
B - Female
C - 22

:p

[Conehead]

Ok guys, lay off now

I am helpful to everyone and cant help that this particular person is:

A - From the UK and not too far from me
B - Female
C - 22

:p


LOL...Pirate.....Go tiger..HEHHHHE

[Pirate_copy]

You are making me blush now

Lets move on shall we!!

[VTi]

We're going to have to require pics here...like now please :)

lol

[Pirate_copy]

Have some decorum!!

[Conehead]

So Pirate..are you going to ask her out on a date, or am I going to asker, on your behalf????

[Pirate_copy]

What is the penalty for killing a Police Inspector i wonder......

[VTi]

Lolol!

[zachiepie]

OK my 328 is idling funny, one minute its fine and then the next its jumping and sometimes even stalls, anyone got any idea??????? :(

Turn the key to the "On" position. Is the check engine light on or off? And what year is the car?

[Conehead]

What is the penalty for killing a Police Inspector i wonder......

These days, A firm smack on the bum, A $500.00 fine, and a promise not to do it again!!!:yikes:

[Pirate_copy]

Meh, hardly worth it :)

[Conehead]

Meh, hardly worth it :)


LOL...and thats ONLY if you get a tough Magistrate....:p

[Pirate_copy]

sounds familiar mate!!

[VTi]

sounds familiar mate!!

:beerchug: