engine starts but will not run.

Asked by wannadrive2 Feb 03, 2010 at 02:05 PM about the 1984 BMW 3 Series 325e

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Not a fuel problem checked fuel pump and injectors. maybe sensor?

12 Answers

3,335

what about spark and compression? sounds like the idle valve is stuck.try tapping on it while cranking.you said it starts but doesnt run.does that mean it cranks but doesnt start? or runs for a second or 2 then dies?the main relay maybe bad too if its not idling then dying.

29 people found this helpful.

My 87 bmw starts and runs for 30 secs then shuts off. Replace bad fuel pump and a bad fuel pump relay.

14 people found this helpful.
7,255

Check the three main relays in the engine compartment. One controls the ignition system. Also you ignition coil may be bad. But definitely have your fuel pressure checked out listen for a loud hum from the fuel pump. Could be your fuel filter is real dirty and has caused the pump to fail.

7 people found this helpful.
275

i PUT A NEW PUMP AND RELAY ON THE CAR JUST THE OTHER DAY AND WHAT IT DOES IS STARTS UP AND RUNS FOR A FEW SECONDS THEN SHUTS OFF. tURN SWITCH ON AND PUMP HUMS.

27 people found this helpful.
7,255

Also check you ICV (Idle Control Valve) also TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) on throttle body. And sometime the metal clip fails on the wire harness plug to the AFM (Air Flow Meter). Check that as well.

12 people found this helpful.
7,255

^ It would still run with a bad o2 sensor

1 people found this helpful.
2,875

idle controlers on these engines can be coolant controled, this means a build up in them can jam them. can you make it run by holding a high idle when it starts or does it die regardless

20 people found this helpful.
95

it is a 2.8 Z3 it trys to start but i think it has no fuel it turns over as ok and does sound the same as when it normally starts but fires on some bores but then straight away cut out completely (2) months ago i changed the coils and fitted new plugs it has been running really well

9 people found this helpful.
240

I start my Bmw 2004 320i and it run then bogs and shuts off what could it be I also press the gas and it stays going but soon as I put it in drive it dies

24 people found this helpful.
10

How can I fix my 2008 3 Series 318I BMW the engine is Jam and what could have caused that issue?

1 people found this helpful.

Your Answer:

3 Series

Looking for a Used 3 Series in your area?

CarGurus has 1,177 nationwide 3 Series listings starting at $1,995.

Postal Code:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Robert Charlson
    Reputation
    3,950
  • #2
    apbimmer98
    Reputation
    3,100
  • #3
    Abu Luca
    Reputation
    2,980
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used BMW 5 Series
20 Great Deals out of 322 listings starting at $4,500
Used Dodge Charger
35 Great Deals out of 643 listings starting at $4,888
Used Ford Mustang
61 Great Deals out of 1,274 listings starting at $4,995
Used Honda Accord
42 Great Deals out of 918 listings starting at $1,599

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.