m2geek 4 Report post Posted August 15, 2014 Heya guys, my E46 328i has recently developed raw fuel smell or something close to it on the passenger side of the engine bay - Any common things it could be before I take it to my mechanic? I wonder if it has something to do with my funky idle when its cold (it tries to stall? does it every 2-3 seconds while idling and cold) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ahmedsinc 414 Report post Posted August 15, 2014 Might be worth checking the charcoal canister (if the E46 uses them) for any cracks too. Probably a long shot but worth a look Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
m2geek 4 Report post Posted August 16, 2014 Might be worth checking the charcoal canister (if the E46 uses them) for any cracks too. Probably a long shot but worth a look Would that be the thingy in this pic on the left side with the weird shaped lid? http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x301/farcle1/step17.jpg Also, Apparently I need my VANOS seals done - after much googling last night that is likely what is causing my iffy idle and sluggishness. I'd attempt it myself but I don't have any tools to do it LOL. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
