Car will not idle

2001 BMW Z3
180,123 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PGGLASS
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Hi.

On reaching normal temperature, engine cuts out. Starts very easily, but will not idle. Any answers please?

My car listed above is incorrect. It is a 2001 BMW X5.
Nov 13, 2009 at 11:29 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Has a scan of the engine control system been performed?
Nov 14, 2009 at 9:54 AM
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MATT DEVINE2
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Oh my goodness, I am having the same issue! Did you ever fix the problem? I know you posted this almost ten years ago but this is important!
Jul 1, 2018 at 8:49 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I am Danny.

I am not sure of any of you vehicle information or if your check engine light is on. However, it sounds like an Idle Air Control Valve issue. I have attached a tutorial for you to have an idea.
Danny-
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-idle-speed-control-motor-iac
Jul 2, 2018 at 1:57 AM