1993 BMW 318 Sputters and dies

1993 BMW 318
137,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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CARFAN
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Hi, my car sat for two months while I was away. I returned and of course the battery was dead. I replaced the battery and the car started after a few tries. It ran ok 1 time, but now takes up to 20 times for it to crank. When it finally does crank and I get driving after a minute or so it will start sputtering and die. I put a lead substitute with stabilizer, injector cleaner, and premium fuel in it, but did not help. When I was on the highway it would sputter, clear, and regain power then sputter and die.
Dec 12, 2009 at 7:19 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Check the crank case vent valve, go to Realoem.com for the pricing and the exploded view.
Dec 12, 2009 at 9:41 AM