bmw idle and cut out

2000 BMW 318
140,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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DANELEY66678
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hi ive had my 2000 bmw 318ci e46 for about a year now and have had a new coil pack , 02 sensor, battery and a full service but after a start up when te engine is cold if i dont have high revs fo the first 1-2minutes the car idles n cuts out when i clutch to change gear ! do you have any idea what it could be ?
Jan 8, 2011 at 9:46 PM
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The issue could be due to several things, send me the last 7 of the VIN and I will start a search.
Jan 8, 2011 at 9:49 PM
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DANELEY66678
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ok thanks the last 7 of the VIN JP71755 it would be a great help if you could give me some advice to save countless mechanic bills !
Jan 8, 2011 at 10:04 PM
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The M-4x series motors shared a valve that can cause this issue, the part number is 11157501567 and if you go to Realoem.com and put in the number, you can see where it goes and what it looks like. It is secured with 2 5mm Allen bolts. Also inspect the vapor hoses going to the valve, if they are mushy, replace them too.
Jan 9, 2011 at 4:39 AM