Hard starting

Tiny
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  • 2006 BMW 525I
  • 3.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 160 MILES
Takes four seconds to start.
Thursday, December 13th, 2018 AT 6:00 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a throttle bore that needs to be serviced. Here are two guides to help get us started. Begin by disconnecting the battery.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

and

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

Are there any codes?

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

Please run down these guides and report back.

Cheers, Ken

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Friday, December 14th, 2018 AT 1:48 PM

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