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I have a 1985 735i, the car runs fine if you.

Tiny
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  • 1985 BMW 735
  • 260,000 MILES
I have a 1985 735i, the car runs fine if you are giving it gas but when its just sitting it idles around 200 to 500 rpms and stalls.
Thursday, December 20th, 2012 AT 2:46 AM

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Tiny
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Idle control seems to be in need of inspection.
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Saturday, December 22nd, 2012 AT 4:39 PM
Tiny
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ICV and ICU on those cars is usually bullet proof, check the throttle switch
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Saturday, December 22nd, 2012 AT 4:40 PM

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