Engine stalls after warming up wont start until cools down. gives code for O2 sensor

1992 BMW 118D
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KEMPFRIAR
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Vacuum? Catalytic conv? Bad O2 sensor? '92 bmw 525i : It has been running ok but low fuel mileage and exhaust leak. muffler shop tightened exhaust manifold and fixed leak. ran for 1 day then extremely low rough idle and surging as driving and fault code for O2 sensor. I replaced leaking PCV elbow and grommet at brake booster and a cracked air intake tube. Car started and idled perfect but stalls after 5 -10 minutes and wont restart which I assume is when engine is up to or close to operating temp. before replacement of 2 previous mentioned parts, i could keep it running by constant rev or when it surged i could stomp it a couple times and it would regain power. Help please this is an elderly friend's vehicle and she has no money so she is counting on me
Oct 23, 2011 at 4:02 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Look at live data and read current fault codes and repost please
Mar 24, 2013 at 5:05 PM
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