Bank 1 and bank 2 codes

2006 BMW 325
122,185 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CALEBG
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Hi, I recently had a problem with my car lacking in power and not gaining good speed when pressing the gas. And then that went away but now it takes a tad longer to start and has a very noticeable rough idle on cold starts, almost like it’s misfiring any ideas?
May 3, 2020 at 6:13 PM
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KASEKENNY
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This could be fuel related if it is effecting all cylinders equally. However, let's start with what the codes are and we can go from there. I will send you the info on the codes and we can run through some testing. Thanks

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

If you can't pull the codes just stop by a parts store but it appears you already have them. Just send them over and I will get back with you.
May 3, 2020 at 6:45 PM
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CALEBG
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Okay sounds good. thank you
May 3, 2020 at 6:46 PM
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CALEBG
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Here are the codes I pulled:
002EF4
002A2F
002A2E
May 3, 2020 at 6:55 PM
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2A2F - Bank 2 System Lean
2A2E - Bank 1 System Lean
2EF4 - Coolant Temperature below thermostat regulating temperature

More then likely you have a vacuum leak causing this issue. Here is a guide that will help figure this out:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/repair-lean-mixture-codes-p0171-or-p0174-on-some-manufacturers

If you don't find a leak there is a small chance that the coolant temperature code is causing the issue. However, when the engine is cold the PCM actually delivers more fuel so it is unlikely that a perceived low coolant temperature would create a rich condition. We can't ignore it but I would start with a the guide above.

Let us know what you find. Thanks
May 4, 2020 at 6:35 PM
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CALEBG
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Thanks a lot, I’ll take a look and let you know my findings.
May 5, 2020 at 11:50 AM
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Sounds great. We will be here when you get back to us. Thanks for the update.
May 5, 2020 at 7:11 PM