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1998 BMW 740 loss of power

Tiny
ZAKIMA
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  • 1998 BMW 740
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 145,000 MILES
Problem just started last nite loss of power when I putit in reverse it kind jerk and make loud noise as I press gas perdal. And does the same thing when I put on drive its only goes no more than 20mph. This just happen for the 1st time. Just got the car about 3month aga. Also the check engine light been on for while.
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Monday, December 10th, 2007 AT 12:37 AM

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Tiny
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Get the OBD2 read out and comeback with the code/s, also might want to check for an exhaust restriction and also test the throttle position and vehicle speed sensor.
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Monday, December 10th, 2007 AT 5:46 AM

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