2002 BMW 325 engine won't pick up speed after 50 mph

2002 BMW 325
80,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NATHANIEL FROST
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i need to know why my bmw 325i run but have no power after 50 mph.
Jun 4, 2010 at 7:01 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Inspect and test all the following listed below:

Oxygen sensor.
Catalytic converter.
Fuel injectors dirty/sticking.
Mass airflow sensor/Airflow meter.
Throttle position sensor.
Manifold absolute pressure sensor.
EGR Valve
Fuel pressure regulator leaking or defective fuel pump.
False air leakage.
Fuel contamination.
Foul/defective spark plugs.
Open spark plug wires.
Ignition coil/Coil packs defective.
Incorrect ignition timing.
Cap and rotor.

Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Jun 4, 2010 at 8:29 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The problem might be in the transmission. A scan of the car with proprietary BMW software is called for before the diagnostic can be of value.
Jun 4, 2010 at 9:18 AM