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Expert: Evan Slater - 8/17/2006


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BMW 316se, 2000 E46
Emissions fault light continually on - local garage have changed lambda sensor, fuel filter, spark plugs all to no avail.
After they reset the fault it could be ok for up to a week then reappears.

Answer
Craig, What is are the Faults that are stored in the DME (engine computer). Those items that were changed are great maintenance items to replace on cars with over 100k miles. So even if it didn't fix the problem don't feel bad even though it is frustrating not to have the problem fixed. I need to know those faults. I also need to know when the light turns on. What other symptoms the car exibits. Misfiring? Surging? Also I have never heard of a 316se. Is it a Euro market car. I know it is not a U.S. Car. Respond to the post once you have this info.
-Evan  

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Evan Slater

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All 1999 model year and newer. Don't know much about pre OBD2 stuff. E46 and newer I am Especially good with late models. I NEED YEAR & MODEL OF VEHICLE! when asking questions. Please give last seven digits of the VIN number. Please give as much background info as possible when asking questions. Please read past questions and answers to avoid duplicate questions.

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6 years automotive experience and 3+ years working as a Dealership Master Technician. Will offer dealership Technician perspective with knowledge of common failures/problems, part weaknesses, Service Bulletins, and Improved components. Will not give tipical Dealer Bull

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Graduate UTI Phoenix 2002 (won 9 out of 15 possible top student awards) BMW STEP Graduate 2004, Over 90% average on BMW ACT competition question for 3 years. BMW Master Technician Level 4 with Master Tech training. ASE Master Certified Technician.

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