bmw hard starting

2006 BMW 118D
80,000 MILES • 2.0L • TURBO • RWD • MANUAL
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ELLIE MCALLISTER
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hi there when starting my car from cold it starts mint but after driving it for say half hour then turning it off and restarting it.. the car winds over for a thew seconds then starts and drives fine cheers for listing
Sep 8, 2016 at 7:24 AM
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STRAILER
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It sounds like the fuel pump is getting weak, here are a couple of guide that should help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-cranks-excessively-before-starting

and

https://youtu.be/SYd5E4RgaPM


Please let us know what you find so it will help others.

Best, Ken
Sep 14, 2016 at 6:50 PM
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