2000 BMW 318 missfire

2000 BMW 318
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Engine Performance problem
2000 BMW 318 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

the engine misses when cold
Jul 11, 2010 at 11:30 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Engine running rough or misfiring can be cause by the following:

1.Defective spark plug
2.Inadequate spark/coil,defective spark plug wire.
3.Lack of compression
4.False air leakage.
5.Faulty fuel injectors.
6.Insufficient fuel pressure.
7.Contaminated fuel.
8.EGR valve that is leaking.
9.Oxygen sensors.
10.Throttle position sensor.
11.Idle air control valve.
Jul 11, 2010 at 11:53 PM
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