BMW Repair/bmw

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I have a 2001 bmw 330i it starts great idles great as soon as i give gas hard i get a misfire i pull over and shut it off and turn it back on it idles great agin why?

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Being an '01 you have OBDII which you can breakdown what maybe wrong.With the right scanner it can tell you which cylinder maybe misfiring.If it has more than 100k miles on the odometer it is time for a "tuneup".Filters and spark plugs are replace  at this time.It may also need a coil or spark plug boot.The boots would have white burn marks if they are bad.But using a scanner will simplify the diagnosis

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Don Berlan

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ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years. Can help with all aspects of BMW repair. I especially enjoy driveablity problems, mechanical or electrical.

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I have been an ASE Master Mechanic for 25 years.I have worked in many dealearships although BMW's are my favorite.I now have my own shop,specializing in BMW's.I have autocrossed and even gotten into mud running with my 4x4.(I am NOT a teacher and don't claim to know everything about the cars I never see.I hope to help you with your repairs and do expect some knowledge on your side.)

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CMVTI, Auburn Maine

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