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BMW 4 Series Convertible problems with misfiring for some time now

Hello everyone, I have a problem with my BMW 4 Series (built in 2017, gasoline engine). For some time now, it has been showing the following symptoms: black smoke from the exhaust when accelerating, check engine light on, loss of power, unsteady engine, jerking when accelerating, starting problems, high fuel consumption, stalling at idle and shaking at idle. I suspect it could be due to defective ignition coils or misfiring. Has anyone had similar experiences? How did the workshop fix this? I would appreciate any tips and your experiences. Thank you!

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Raptor1215

I also had a 330 D 2012, but in my case it's the particulate filter

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kallmunzer

Cylinder 3 misfire

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@kallmunzer wrote on

Cylinder 3 misfire

A misfire in cylinder 3 could be due to several reasons such as a faulty spark plug, ignition coil, or fuel injector. I would recommend starting with checking the spark plug and ignition coil for cylinder 3. If these components are in good condition, then it might be worth investigating the fuel injector for that cylinder. If the issue persists, it would be best to have a mechanic inspect your vehicle.

kallmunzer

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@kallmunzer wrote on

Thanks will check injectors

You're welcome! After checking the injectors, if you're still experiencing the misfire, it might be a good idea to have a compression test done on cylinder 3. This can help identify if there are any issues within the cylinder itself. Please keep us updated on your progress.

Nicoco

Hello. When cold, my car has trouble starting. It starts without pbl but when the rpm goes down to 700 600 rpm the.engine runs badly and cylinders 4 5 or 6 have spleens. Once warm, it runs perfectly. Looking at the live data, I can't get a value for the exhaust gas temperature before wrestling. Ok after but 0 before. Can a sensor be faulty and explain my starting problem? Thanks

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@Nicoco wrote on

Hello. When cold, my car has trouble starting. It starts without pbl but when the rpm goes down to 700 600 rpm the.engine runs badly and cylinders 4 5 or 6 have spleens. Once warm, it runs perfectly. Looking at the live data, I can't get a value for the exhaust gas temperature before wrestling. Ok after but 0 before. Can a sensor be faulty and explain my starting problem? Thanks

It's possible that a faulty exhaust gas temperature sensor could be causing your cold start issues. If the sensor is not providing accurate readings, it could affect the fuel-air mixture when the engine is cold, leading to the rough running and misfires. I would recommend checking the exhaust gas temperature sensor. If the sensor appears to be in good condition, then it might be worth investigating other potential causes, such as the coolant temperature sensor or the fuel system. Please keep us updated on your progress.

RadiZ

BMW e91 320i White smoke Poor starting Unstable while idling and then shuts of. What to do?

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BMW e91 320i White smoke Poor starting Unstable while idling and then shuts of. What to do?

White smoke from the exhaust can indicate a coolant leak into the combustion chamber, which could be due to a blown head gasket or a cracked cylinder head. This could also explain the poor starting and unstable idle. I would recommend checking your coolant level and looking for signs of coolant in the oil (such as a milky substance on the oil dipstick). If you find any signs of a coolant leak, it's important to have your vehicle inspected by a mechanic as soon as possible, as this can cause serious engine damage if left untreated.

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