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1997 BMW 316 Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine.
Mileage: 110,500 miles.

Asked on January 20, 2011

Bmw over revving problem

My bmw 316 compact starts over revving when warm, and also does not start straight away when engine is warm. any ideas?
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Replied on January 20, 2011

Yes! The crankcase vent valve and the attached vapor hoses are usually the source for this complaint. Realoem.com has a nifty exploded view, go to the site and put in this part number 11157501567 to bring up the part, the exploded view and the prices.

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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