Starting problem with E36 325 (1993)

Nov 02, 2005 2 Replies
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Hi,



Has anyone had an intermittent starting problem with the above? What seems to happen is: when it doesn't start immediately when the key is turned - from then on it is in the wrong 'mode' (perhaps from a fuel injection point of view?). It will start if I just hold it turning over for around 5 - 10 mins and when it catches, keep the starter motor turning for another 10 seconds or so. This only happens about once a month - but is pretty annoying. All other times it starts straight away. Thanks.


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I've had similar problems. According to the AA guy who came out to me when it first happened, it's a common problem with some beemers (and some other car types). Also happens if start then immediately and stop engine from cold. Won't (easily) restart. Now have to ban wife from moving car off drive and stopping the engine when she wants access to the garage. If she drives it around for a bit then it's OK.

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I get a similar problem with a 95 323i. If I put the key in the ignition and dont start it straight away it wont start. I have to take the key out of the ignition ang wait about 3 - 5 seconds and then try again. If I cannot hear the fuel pump in the back it wont start. I suspect the immobilizer but I am not 100% sure. let me know if you find a fix

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