E34 535i slightly lumpy oscillating idle
E34 535i slightly lumpy oscillating idle
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Bogracer

Original Poster:

438 posts

238 months

Saturday 5th November 2011
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Project 535i is underway. Big inspection 2 service done, fresh plugs, filters etc and no fault codes. On idle is feels a little lumpy and 'oscillates'. I have been told this could be grubby throttle bodies?

Pearls of wisdom greatly appreciated!




dumphus65

26 posts

181 months

Sunday 6th November 2011
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Ive just had problem with thermostat, and during my enquiries lol i was told that my "hunting" was also due to thermostat sticking.change your stat and see if that stops your "lumpy running"

Bogracer

Original Poster:

438 posts

238 months

Sunday 6th November 2011
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Makes sense as the temp gauge never gets above 1/4. Cheers fella.

roofer

5,136 posts

242 months

Sunday 6th November 2011
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As above, if it doesn't get up to temp the cold start system gets confused. Idle control valves always benefit from a clean as well.