Bimmer not starting first time all the time

[Antallica 15]

Hey just a quickie... my E36 323i seems to have the odd fit some days when starting. By fit I mean it sits there turning over and not igniting, usually she'll crank after a second but if dicks around I have to wait about 10sec before trying again.

Some things I've noticed:

Happens more often in cold mornings & when fuel is under 1/4 remaining.

Haven't come across this before so unsure what to try..

[*Glenn* 854]

It needs to be scanned first...I would guess at camshaft or crankshaft position sensor

[Antallica 15]

Damn, thanks Glenn. Will need to figure out some funds & get it through your workshop.. needs some R&R I think.

Also how hard is it to check the spark plugs or 'coils' as they say on these things?

Edited March 30, 2009 by Antallica

[*Glenn* 854]

Damn, thanks Glenn. Will need to figure out some funds & get it through your workshop.. needs some R&R I think.

Also how hard is it to check the spark plugs or 'coils' as they say on these things?

Scan first... then do the numbers or work on the car