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2001 BMW E46 Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Spark.
Mileage: 235,000 miles.

Asked on December 20, 2010

Car does not want to idle

My 325ci 2001 Model does not want to idle. What is the cause of this. This happend after driving through water and it coverd the engine.
Avatar Asked by jasondaniel

Answer

Replied on December 20, 2010

Water on the engine could be inside the spark plug wells and causing no idle condition. Remove top cover and inspect the coils and plugs.

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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Replied on December 21, 2010

We've checked that and that does not seem to be the problem.

Tiny Response from jasondaniel
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Replied on December 21, 2010

Tell me what else has been done so far.

Tiny Answered by Dr. Hagerty (expert)
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