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2000 BMW 318i Repair Question


Topics covered: Catalytic converter, Dent, Engine.
Mileage: 170,000 miles.

Asked on November 1, 2012

BMW 318i Catalytic converter Problem

My engine management light is flashing and i have a lack of power and a rattling sound when i rev the car. When i start the car smoke comes from my exhaust. what is this likely 2 b im also using alot of water. My oil levels are correct and clean.
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Replied on November 1, 2012

That means it has a misfire that is serious enough to damage the Catalytic converter and shouldn't be driven that way. You need to start out by having the codes read and that will identify which cylinder and then you can determine the cause..

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on November 1, 2012

Thanks Wrenchtech hope it dont cost me 2 much.

Tiny Response from rhyd75
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Replied on November 1, 2012

You drive a BMW. Of course it will.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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