BMW/BMW 325e rev problem
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Hello,
I bought a used 85 BMW 325e that has been nothing but a problem. The most recent problem is that once i get it started it will continuously rev up on it's own. Don't know if this will help but it is a standard, recently had to replace the blower motor for the heater and the entire exhaust. It's a great car but if I can't fix this problem then i'm going to have to get rid of her and there is no way to get back what i've put into her. Hope you can give me some advice. Thanks.
Sara,
These cars are GREAT when they are running correctly, but the idleing issue is pretty common with the 325e. If you are capable, you can clean all of the intake boots, and the idle control valve, this will usually help the problem.
Otherwise, I would have a shop check for vacuum leaks and the usual suspects.
Good luck,
Josh
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Josh Fields
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I can answer questions related to the BMW e30. These are the cars produced from 1984-1991 (1992 for convertable) in the United states. I am more fluent with the six cylinder models, although few things changed for the 4 cylinder cars. I know most of the problematic areas of these cars, and have found ways to fix them.
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I have owned six different E30's over the last 10 years. I do all my own work, and know about ever nut and bolt on these cars.
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