1999 Bmw 318i Having Cold Start Morning Temperature Blue More Than 4 Time Press

1999 BMW 318I
120,000 MILES
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Am having cold start in the morning.When the temperature is in blue i have to start it more than 4 time and press acceration pedal to raise the temp.Once it get off blue temp mark it runs okay though rough engine idles at traffic lights with unstable Rev counter fluctuating
Jan 4, 2013 at 5:35 AM
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Crank case vent valve might well require replacement
Jan 5, 2013 at 5:36 PM
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