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On 2/22/2019 at 12:02 AM, Mad_Max said:

Check the basics first. As @M3AN said, these things suffer from the sealant on the top of the coil packs failing, something that won't be picked up from a scanner. I have also seen a friend's rally car occasionally drop a cylinder at revs, only when turning left - turned out to be the hose from the intake boot to the ICV and manifold that caused that issue - again, something that wouldn't be picked up from a scanner.

Check your spark plugs, not just the condition but make sure they are done up right. If you can identify which cylinder is dropping out, switch coils and see if the misfire follows the cylinder. Also do a compression test, both dry and wet. Check for gasses in the coolant etc. Is there any rattles or ticks coming from the top end?  Is the condition just at idle, at WOT or POT? 

If you want basic diagnostic stuff, a cable and adapter with INPA (BMW specific software) is reasonably cheap, think I paid around $40 a few years ago. Start with the basic stuff first, these things can throw fault codes that don't always point to the exact solution so you may end up throwing a lot of money at sensors and start costing you more than you think only to realise it's a simple solution.

Hey thanks for your time i really appreciate it! im a tight arse in most cases but in this case i just want to learn about my car! and i feel a great sense of achievement when i fix it! also i keep in the good books with wifey!!

Its far from a mega dollar hotrod like a lot of the cars on this forum BUT its my little car which owes me nothing and this wee BMW im in love with! cause she just keeps on going........until now!

Cheers

23 hours ago, qube said:

see if anyone nearby has one you can borrow?

yes i may have someone in mind! thanks all for your help will report back when i get it sorted Cheers

9 hours ago, Gaz said:

I know you don't want to spend money but a scanner is going to be your most effective solution here. Otherwise you will be spending money on parts that are not needed

Bugger thanks Gaz i had a gut feeling i needed a scanner just the tight arse that i am didn't  want to fork out lol

30 minutes ago, M3AN said:

A problem with coils/plugs could manifest only when hot due to thermal expansion. You can check those manually without a code scanner (see Google) but I tend to agree with Gaz, a scanner is a very worthy investment.

 

ARRR got ya, yes i see thankyou very much gentleman, hopefully wifey will give me extra pocket money lol out of interest what brand scanner is a worthy investment for a weekend warrior like myself?cheers

HI everyone i need some help if anyone has come across this problem before,

My 1998 328i just developed a misfire feels like runs on 5 cylinders and rough idle BUT only when it gets to operating temp? I dont have a code reader and im poor so i thought id try fix my baby myself.

So i checked for split hoses eg air box hose thing and that elbow shaped hose that runs off it no splits thought a vacuum leak sounds plausible as cold start makes eng run richer? hence runs perfect until hot and runs lean causing misfire? thought maybe a blown head gasket but then wouldn't it run crappy all the time and get hot? thought faulty coil or plugs but then again wouldn't the problem present itself even on cold start?

Any help or guidance be much appreciated thankyou

Thanks everyone jesus gone are the days of just simply getting another key cut huh? Guess ill be ringing around locksmiths who specialise in BMW keys. Sounds expensive....

20 hours ago, hotwire said:

How worn is the key? You should have a spare, if so - have you tried that?

Otherwise spray some CRC into the barrel & see if that helps. 

Failing that - get it checked by a locksmith

HI Grant no i lost the spare ages ago, Yes ill try some CRC see how that goes. is it as simple as getting another ket cut off the existing one OR do i have to go BMW? etc etc

HI Guys/Gals

My Trusty little E46 328i  has developed a frustrating issue. "Sometimes" the key gets stuck in the ignition AND "sometimes" its just jammed and won't even turn forward?? Im guessing its the ignition barrel? but then after a few searches on the net i apparently have to get one from BMW? as its specific to my car only?? (sounds expensive) I thought it may be the switch on the auto shifter which disengages the key so it can come out in Park but why would that stop it from turning to the on position? I've jiggled the steering wheel etc and its just potluck if it comes out? and/or turns forward to start the car.

Any suggestions please? can i just buy a second hand ignition barrel? 

Help!! sucks going anywhere and hoping the key comes out or hoping the damn thing will turn to the on position!!

Cheers everyone

22 hours ago, hotwire said:

Seriously, without proper scanning first - you/we are simply guessing.

It may be a seeping head gasket/water into a cylinder

It may be an ign coil

It may (likely} be a sticking lifter

Thanks for your input Grant i was thinking about a sticking lifter for the fact that the car has been sitting for 6-7months and maybe just needs a good hot run? it was running PERFECT before i pulled it off the road It ONLY misfires upon morning cold start then 5sec later runs perfect?? If it was a coil wouldn't just run on x5 under load and/ or continuously on x5? my mate is bringing his scanner over this weekend to scan it hopefully get to the bottom of this.

Cheers

6 hours ago, polley said:

You might be better off taking it to a mechanic that specializes in bmws. Might cost you less in the long run..

Yes, but that just gives wifey the excuse she needs to try and get me to get rid of it as i have other wee projects on the go also (Turbo 87 GSXR1100) id like to try nut it out and fix it myself as its getting harder to secret squirrel cash past the mrs ha! 

3 hours ago, Gabe79 said:

He price for an elm adapter won't be a lot cheaper than BMW scanner. The benefit is the elm will work on most cars with obd2 ports. The benefit of the BMW scanner is it'll give you a lot more BMW specific info. Every module and such, in detail, which the generic ones won't do. 

Problem is I'm technology illiterate! I can barely work my I phone let alone one of those scanners!, my kids could probably work it out faster then me! but thats the beauty of having a forum like this with the wealth of knowledge you all have and are willing to share! It gives me the confidence to give anything a go! Much appreciated all! 

8 hours ago, Young Thrash Driver said:

trademe, they are known as an ELM327

Awesome thanks man.

6 hours ago, zero said:

Or buy one of those cheap bluetooth things that plug into the obd2 port, and then use the free "torque" app on your smart phone. That will also tell you which cylinder is giving you grief.

hey zero where does one get one of those bluetooth thingys from? Repco? 

AARRR got ya! Yes! Ok one step forward, The old girl will live god dammit!! 

Thanks Gabe champion!

Gabe how do i know or check which coil misfires it only lasts about 5-10sec then the engine runs on all 6 perfectly?

HI guys/gals your advices needed please

So after raising my 328i from the dead literally! Poor old girl now seems to have developed a small misfire upon initial startup? runs on 5 for roughly 5-10sec then fires on all 6, no oil in water, no white smoke, no overheating nothing? was running perfect 8months ago then was moth balled.  Wifey gave me stick about it collect cobwebs and getting in her way( IN MY GARAGE!! HOW DOES THAT WORK??) so decided to get her up and going...now this!!! AAARRRGHH. just the ammo needs for wifey to kill my project! I threw new plugs in and still same fault ONLY when starting in morning! otherwise fine I'm hoping not a head gasket?? water seeping into the bore after shutdown? 

Or am i missing several steps here and jumping to conclusions? ( I'm good at that so I'm told)

Cheers everyone

Oh and if it was a head gasket how much are they to fix i think that job is too big for me to undertake ( i say holding head in shame )

1 hour ago, gjm said:

Give Brent a call at the number on his post, or send him an email.

Oh gees yes of course! sorry having a blond moment..

33 minutes ago, BM WORLD said:

$40 plus freight guess 2 tickets $40

Awesome how do i complete this sale please

1 hour ago, BM WORLD said:

have this one , not perfect but usable

 

Marvellous! That window seal looks new compared to my one friend! My one has just fallen to pieces there a huge hole hate to think where the water ends up!! how much inc freight to Palmerston North please?

1 hour ago, allan said:

. If your motor is a M52 their are two, exhaust part number 12147518628 inlet is different part number 12141438081.As Neil has mentioned try for an OEM type one. Have a chat to either of these guys they will set you straight Gavin at Euro Italian 09 444 9817 or MillAnd in Dunedin paul@milland.co.nz

Beaut Gents many thanks wasn't too sure sometimes cheaper isn't always better!!......knowing my bloody luck!

1 hour ago, allan said:

Welcome Shane just put the pic of the e46 up we won't be embarrassed at seeing her in bits. Seem to be a natural state for most BM's

Im a tad embarrassed to be honest allan the old girls got weeds growing out the side mirrors bit like the grey hairs growing out my ears!!! Needs bit of TLC then ill post a pic up....of the car not my ears HA!

Is there a difference between OE and aftermarket CPS? they're on Trade Me for $30-70 which is cheap i dont really want to buy a Genuine part but if you guys recommend go Genuine theres obviously a reason for it and Genuine i will go.........my wallet won't like it though!

Cheers

Hey guys who sells these new? and how much am i expected to pay?

Also do they come with the new foam thingy?

Cheers in advance

Hi guys and gals just saying hi kinda new to the BMW community so great pace to start with all the wealth of knowledge around. Heres a pic of my 530i daily and I'm currently trying to get a 1998 E46 328i on the road will put up pics when she's back on the road and not in a million pieces.