BMW E36 318i Dolphin

[shannon E36]

hi all

this is my first time on this Forum and i would like help with my E36 318i . my issue with the car is the Start up issue i have early in the mornings, the car takes forever to start up in the morning and when its warmed up it start up fine , only when its cold i have a problem.

can anyone help me as i have taken it to a Mac that deals and repairs all types of cars and he told me that its the Bosch air flow sensor(0280202135) which i need to change , :argh:

 

[Mr.k]

read the codes, air flow sensor it pricey! i paid R2500...

 

[shannon E36]

Well I am based in Kempton Park JHB and this is my first e36 and need to know where to go and get a diagnostic done, no error codes that come up on the dash , I was told today that an alternative is to install a aftermarket fuel management system , can u advise if I must do this or just get the diagnostics done.

 

[madness_inc]

Well I am based in Kempton Park JHB and this is my first e36 and need to know where to go and get a diagnostic done, no error codes that come up on the dash , I was told today that an alternative is to install a aftermarket fuel management system , can u advise if I must do this or just get the diagnostics done.

Err no.
Find yourself a decent mechanic first. Since you are in JHB I would recommend Gizmo here on the forum.
It could be the AFM but more likely a PCV leak, but until someone competent diagnoses the car you're just shooting in the wind.

 

[shannon E36]

Cool will do , I have already sent mails to Tune Tech here in JHb and will take the car there for a diagnostic.

Will keep u guys updated:bangdesk:

 

[shannon E36]

well guys back , I have changed the following , cold start switches (under intake manifold),MAF new ,fuel filter , plugs,all vacuum pipes , oil , oil filter , brand new battery (Atlas)

am still having this issue and need your help again please , what else can I look at , another Mac from Japan Auto said that I need to change the fuel management system or the cam sensor / crank sensor and knock sensor , the car runs fine when warmed up but morning start is an issue , take about 5/6 turns of the key to start up, any suggestions what I can look at - Urgent:argh:

 

[JayDrft]

Check that the crank sensor, located close to the crank is not fouled up with oil or anything else...give it a good wipe off, make sure its clean and that the distance is reasonable.(plus/minus 5mm).

I had the same problem on my 318i e30....it was the airflow meter, in your case you got the MAF....if you replaced that, then sometihng else is causing this issue.

Speak to Gizmo if its not easily remedied.

 

[abharoochi]

contact Gizmo - his your best bet

 

[shannon E36]

how to I get ahold of this guy GIZMO and where is he based , I just spent a hole lot of cash to buy these parts and need your help with Gizmo details if possible , I am new to this Forum :thumbs:

 

[ChefDJ]

Gizmo: https://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/member.php?action=profile&uid=111


Send him a PM. He's in Alberton.

 

[RAArmstrong]

Gizmo is an E36 guru. If there's one person that will sort your car out, its him.