1997 BMW 328i (E36) — Repair Solution

2.8L M52B28 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol · Rough Running - EFI · Engine

BMW 328i (E36) Rough Running - EFI Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: BMW
Model: 328i (E36)
Year: 1997
Engine: 2.8L M52B28 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Rough Running - EFI

Customer Complaint

Intermittent poor idle and intermittent miss.

Problem Summary

In this Model 328i BMW tests were carried out while running up to temperature but it did not feel like a miss but a total system shut down for a few engine revolutions, mainly when engine was at speed.

There were no fault codes.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeBMWE397112
Vehicle1997 BMW 328i (E36)
Engine2.8L M52B28 6cyl 24v DOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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