1999 BMW 318 ti
Problem for BMW 1999 318 ti

Idle problem




By alastair71 on May 21, 2009

" "
i have a 2000 318i e46 with idle problem.
when cold it just won't start or start only about 1 second then die.
if i push accel pedal a little, it start and the rpm steady at 1000 then slowly dropped to 750 as the engine getting warm, then idle becomes erratic but the engine still running, the exhaust smell raw gas. With air-con on the rpm increase to about 900 but still erratic. No-problem at all when i speed the car, but when the car stop the idle is even worse unless i shift to neutral, it returns to it's initial erratic state.
I have checked the ICV and it is OK. Can anyone help me with my problem? Thanks 1998 e46 318i poor starting and wont idle or take any throtel. Ive replaced the breather valve on the injetion manifold and some breather hoses at the front of the cylender head as it would run fine with the oil cap off. Now it wont run atol.

Solution #1

posted on May 29, 2009
Not Rated)

mrhappyface

Rank: Guru 
Rating: 87%, 44 votes
check the airflow meter it may be stuck and make sure the electrical connection to it is not loose and also check the hose leading to it are not loose or cracked they tend to crack at the bottom where you cannot see it unless you remove it and check
Was this helpful?
Yes
No

Popular Solutions for 1999 BMW 318 ti


Questions and Unsolved Problems for 1999 BMW 318 ti


Do you recommend BMW 1999 318 ti?
Answer

Answer
how to get keys in locked 318ti bmw in boot

Answer
yellow warring light comes on and my battery went dead

Answer
2003 208000km e46 318i hunting and idling poorly after driving for few minutes

Answer
hi i have a 2000reg e46 316se its the 1900cc model and i ahve engine management light on i had it... (More)

Answer
Can you explain to me how to change the pollon filter on a 1999 bmw e36


Didn't find what you were looking for?

Describe your Cars problem:




Ask our Experts

 

Solve Your Problem Now!
Chat Live with an Expert
Chat Now
Top Car Experts



Top Car Mechanics
in , AK
(713) 838-2886

(602) 909-6450


Best BMWs
Recommended by Owners
See more>>
       
Solve Your Problem Now!
Chat Live with an Expert
Chat Now

Insert Link
Insert Image
Insert You-Tube clip
Insert List
Insert List
Spell Check

What is this?



Select