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DISCUSSION => Engine + Driveline => Topic started by: stereomotional on March 29, 2010, 05:09:26 PM

Title: idle 1500-2000
Post by: stereomotional on March 29, 2010, 05:09:26 PM

on my way home, e30 began to idle from 1500 - 2000 rpm, i assume ICV but figured ide ask the pros here before i search junkyards.

feedback would be appreciated :D:D

Title: idle 1500-2000
Post by: DesktopDave on March 29, 2010, 05:16:16 PM

Do a stomp test, that might give you an answer.  I'd figure ICV too.  Engine was warm, right?

Title: idle 1500-2000
Post by: bmwconnect on March 29, 2010, 07:39:54 PM

failing coolant temp sensor, AFM, ICV ,vaccum leak should all be looked at

Title: idle 1500-2000
Post by: stereomotional on March 30, 2010, 12:51:58 PM

looked at it for a bit today, no vac leak....took icv out and put 12v to it and it didnt activate...problem found i believe.

btw...prob a dumb question but whats a stomp test?