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[Armand]

just like to say, like what you guys do here and some good helpfull post. Im driving a 318i 2004, not the best but its a lekker car. I just want to find out, (maybe it was an old post or so) but everytime i pull off there is some sort of lag and then its back to normal asoon as the wheels start turning can anyone give some advise please?:ty:

 

[Caddy101]

Welcome bud.

Had a similar issue in my 2004 318i, wrote it off before I had the issue fixed.

I believe its the VVT motor that is faulty.

Mine used to have the lag only after a cold start, once it warmed up it was fine. As time went on, the issue became more and more prevalent.

 

[DPpK]

Welcome Bud, :thumbs:

 

[Armand]

Thanx for the reply, ill have it checked.

 

[Rayzor]

Welcome :thumbs:

 

[Pho3niX90]

If it's only after it's cold, then take that as a warning because you never hammer a car while cold anyways. But, it's more than likely faulty vanos solenoids as I have seen alot of people complaining about hesitation on the 318 with faulty vanos solenoids

 

[Armand]

i always wait till the car is at runing temp. before ill put foot down.

 

[Dippies]

welcome to the forum :thumbs:

 

[Armand]

I have checked on Google how it looks and so on, but there seems to be a few of them, or is it the same thing with lots of names? and where will i find it on the 2004 318i? thanx for all the help so far.

 

[Pho3niX90]

What's your last 7 digits of your vin? You could just check here -> realoem.com

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Check here, second line -> http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=ET76&mospid=47633&btnr=11_3296&hg=11&fg=15&hl=2

You will probably pay around R1400-1800 for it, so just make sure first, if you are in or near Centurion I will help you out with running diagnostics before you go and buy the part.

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Also, if the car hesitates under 2500rpm then most probably vanos, could be seals or the solenoid. What's the KM on the car? Maybe post the issue as a separate question, will get more attention

 

[Dees_13]

Welcome:thumbs:

 

[Thunder]

Welcome to the forum bud. :thumbs:

 

[Hugo335i]

Welcome bud...hope you get the problem solved, for now we need pictures please :rollsmile: