New to the forum. 2004 e46 318i

[Petrie]

Hi BMW Fans!

I'm new to the forum, and fall into the door with an issue.
I have an e46 3i8i manual. It has a slight miss, or hesitation when in 2nd gear just before 3000rpm. almost feels like an auto changing gear. Where do i look to resolve this. It started after I replaced valve stem seals, which should not be related. Appreciate any feedback.

Thanks
Petrie

 

[Soprano890925]

Hi Petrie

Do you have access to a scan tool, where you can get the codes read. I reckon thats a good starting point.

 

[JodyD]

Hi BMW Fans!

I'm new to the forum, and fall into the door with an issue.
I have an e46 3i8i manual. It has a slight miss, or hesitation when in 2nd gear just before 3000rpm. almost feels like an auto changing gear. Where do i look to resolve this. It started after I replaced valve stem seals, which should not be related. Appreciate any feedback.

Thanks
Petrie

Welcome to the forum Petrie , there is a lot of knowledge on here and I am sure
someone will come past shortly and give you the required advise

Also try and search the forum there are plenty of threads with solutions :thumbs:

Lastly post some pictures let us see this amazing machine of yours

 

[Petrie]

Hi BMW Fans!

I'm new to the forum, and fall into the door with an issue.
I have an e46 3i8i manual. It has a slight miss, or hesitation when in 2nd gear just before 3000rpm. almost feels like an auto changing gear. Where do i look to resolve this. It started after I replaced valve stem seals, which should not be related. Appreciate any feedback.

Thanks
Petrie

Thanks, I will find someone who can scan for error codes and take it from there.

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Hi BMW Fans!

I'm new to the forum, and fall into the door with an issue.
I have an e46 3i8i manual. It has a slight miss, or hesitation when in 2nd gear just before 3000rpm. almost feels like an auto changing gear. Where do i look to resolve this. It started after I replaced valve stem seals, which should not be related. Appreciate any feedback.

Thanks
Petrie

Welcome to the forum Petrie , there is a lot of knowledge on here and I am sure
someone will come past shortly and give you the required advise

Also try and search the forum there are plenty of threads with solutions :thumbs:

Lastly post some pictures let us see this amazing machine of yours

Thanks, will search and update my profile in due time

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Hi Petrie

Do you have access to a scan tool, where you can get the codes read. I reckon thats a good starting point.

Thanks, I will find someone who can scan for error codes and take it from there.

 

[Jeremy.d]

Welcome. Hope you find a solution:thumbs:

 

[Petrie]

Welcome. Hope you find a solution:thumbs:

Thank You. I really hope so too.

 

[SubLoaded]

Good luck. Post some pics in the meanwhile :thumbs:

 

[Preshen14]

When you replaced the valve stem seals did you do a Compression test?

EDIT : I would suggest looking at the basics by yourself first - Spark plugs and Ignition coils.

 

[Donovan2412]

Welcome,

Try unplugging the MAF and drive it around the block and check if issue persists.

Also inspect all intake pipes for holes/tears.

Also check CCV/PCV. Slowly remove the oil cap while it's idling.If there is a lot of suction or the engine dies then that's likely your problem.

 

[Petrie]

Hi all, have found the issue, and it resolved the Miss i have had.
Connection connecting to the Airflow sensor.

 

[Petrie]

Here she is

 

[Kyle]

Looks very neat bud, well done.

 

[Geek_320]

Very clean, enjoy the sheer driving pleasure

oh & Welcome to the Forum

 

[Tinuva]

Here she is

Looks to be in great condition!

Welcome to the forums!