BMW WONT IDLE, ENGINE DIES STALLING BMW E46 E39 E60 E53 E83 X3 X5 Z3 Z4

BMW WONT IDLE, ENGINE DIES STALLING BMW E46 E39 E60 E53 E83 X3 X5 Z3 Z4
If you have BMW that won't idle and the car dies at stop sign or traffic light this is the right video. In this video we will demonstrate what could cause BMW to stall and die, and not be able to idle. Most of the times BMW will not idle because of vacuum leaks, broken intake boot, or bad idle control valve motor. We demonstrated on BMW e46 but it should be help on many models since they all share the same M54 engine:
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[@danielvaladez3850]

A my car is a 99 BMW 328i with the e46 sports motor in it and I'm having a hell of a time I have a serious power draw in it that is sucking a full amp of power every time I shut it off. I have no after market accessories in it and I took it to the shop and the mechanic charges me 250.00 to tell me the draw was not located in the fuse box anywhere...idk what to do.

[@jja1470]

I watched this video and noticed it was a Crack in my intake boot. Very knowledgeable and worth watching

[@honawikeepa5813]

Thank you from New Zealand.

[@Lix198606]

Very informative thanks

[@alicempofu7474]

first bmw i have seen with a full tank.

[@Owners.13sub]

Mine can’t even go half way

[@JaguarKing1]

Lolol mine is never full

[@LogiForce86]

Will be fixed with a new fuel level sender. An easy job.

[@tafadzwazifamba4766]

Looool

[@andrewmusiiwa1097]

Kkkkkkķ guys you made me laugh big tym, mine can't even go half

[@eeemuse]

My E46 330 has been parked for 2 years now. Last week i tried to start it up and clean the car, and it didn't stay idling and the first thing i noticed the crack on the intake hose just like yours. Got the replacement hose from eBay and going to replace it this week and see if that is the only problem for now. Hopefully nothing else is broken.

[@RobertSmith-ez8hl]

Nice good information here

[@bm7760]

Thank you

[@xxcx8302]

If your car starts then shuts off make sure everything’s connected that’s why it’s shutting off then go to mass airflow if it starts check all wiring and connections my throttle wasn’t connected down low on my bmw n I had to do this

[@Esperia-ef9xh]

Wow. Beautiful ..

[@sergeygr]

That ICV is also used in e36 m50/52 engines.

[@mdsakildewen1398]

Thx I'll try mine tomorrow

[@bigmacsnoobselectronicsrep8032]

Fantastic

[@josephwalker7900]

I have ABM W325I that does exact same thing also if I am revving the motor up to keep it up on a high Idle and I push on the brake it shuts down

[@footballhighlight2350]

Hi,i hv a bmw 3er starts normal not missing not any other problem but randomly on the way dies and not starting again till i hv waited some hours and then starts again like normal. the problem codes are 2850 and 2852 thanks for the help already. i will wait for your suggestion

[@Shas4Ever]

Another great work.

[@sethor_im3336]

Hi am having a problem with my bmw e46 which I have no clue what is the cost ,when I start my car in the morning or if the engine is cold and I start to drive within a minute the engine die when I start it back then it ok.

[@matthewdennis8615]

Love the videos so far, you guys are awesome for sharing the knowledge. I'm working on my friend's 2005 X5 3.0i, and I changed his battery to a Optima yellow top AGM battery because his old battery was no longer good. My issue now is that his vehicle is doing exactly what this video is showing, but the only thing I've done is changed the battery. Prior to me changing the battery, the vehicle would run fine, but had to be jumped. I've learned that the computer needs to be reset after a battery replacement. Is there a way to do the reset without taking it to BMW? Please help us!! Thanks guys

[@gregroach9329]

Hi Matthew, how did you fix this problem? I put a new battery in mine and the same thing is happening. Thank you!

[@sabahameer2620]

Did anyone solve the problem after battery change ?

[@juanalexandervanderlinden5387]

Super guys

[@NorthernChev]

Don’t immediately replace the Idle Air Controller. First, remove the device and check for ease of actuation by hand. Spray the inside THROUGHLY. Work it back and forth. Spray it again and again while working it manually. Reinstall it and run the engine looking for improvement. But, like he said, there are most likely also a TON of rubber hoses and boots that are ALSO cracked and leaking on the way to reaching the Idle Air Controller. So, replace ALL of those that need it at the SAME time. EDIT: Although the Idle Air Controller is a very common issue, it is actually RARE that it fully failed. It’s most likely gummed up with carbon, and can be very simply cleaned and reinstalled.

[@eeemuse]

Do you use brake cleaner spray or what on the controller? ty

[@NorthernChev]

@@eeemuse Yeah, I used spray brake cleaner; it worked phenomenally. BUT --> I'm not sure it was the right choice in the long run as it's a pretty harsh chemical. Although, mines still the 2002 factory unit with 186,000 miles on it and it's still operating correctly after I cleaned it with brake cleaner.

[@free-hr5nu]

Hi guys. I have a 2008 name x3 3.0i with 140000kms on it ..this car is like new but the motor doesn't run right at all ..oil just comes out the back front and just doesn't want to run right .question is this engine worth the money to fix or replace it with a Chevy motor ..I want to keep this car ..what do you think ! Thanks

[@maryleapheka8601]

Can the upluged maff sensor make the plugs wet with petrol

[@jesuscampos6717]

hi I have a BMW 323i year 2000 my speedometer not work can you tell me where the speedometer sensor is located please

[@raulpelayo6655]

Thanks…

[@titob1895]

will this work on a 3 series 2004 330 xi

[@bingbotto2679]

This works I promise

[@gregoryfairchild2460]

I have this problem. 2002 325i was running rough. Replaced the boot now won't idle at all. Help

[@vonDaly]

Had the same issue with our 2003 Z4. We noticed upon exiting the vehicle that the driver's door wasn't closed all the way, but apparently enough that the "door open" notification didn't go off. Once the door was closed completely, it hasn't died again when stopping or idling (8 months now). Safety feature? Haven't seen anything about this scenario to know for sure.

[@eeemuse]

It's possible to program the ECU to shut off engine if doors are open. But one must confirm it with ecu reading.

[@fusionanzon8207]

Dude, I fucking love you guys. Literally fix my issue right away. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@drewdank5365]

What was happening

[@dexternelson1125]

What did you do,or replace?

[@fr4444nk]

I had a similar problem with my E91. Whenever I stop at the lights, or I'm stuck in traffic, however briefly, the engine starts to stall and dies. To recover from the stall I had to take my foot off the brake so the car rolls slightly forward - and as long as the wheel turns, the engine recovers. Yeah, I know, stup1d. I sent the car to the workshop a few times and they said they cant find any error codes. Very, very frustrating. But there was a happy ending to all of this. It looks like the culprit was a leaky gasket - as every time I started the car I could smell petrol. Due to limited funds, and the fact it wasn't I considered critical - no oil stains on my driveway (the leaky oil just ends up in a tray) - I didn't fix the leaky gasket until much later. Like why would a leaky gasket cause my E91 to stall right? Anyway, after that was fixed, the stalling STOPPED COMPLETELY. That was 2 years ago, and it never ever happened again. I'm not a car expert, but thought I'd share this in case someone is in the same situation as me

[@fantaft2297]

Help me my e46 320i its idle for 10 minutes after it switch the engine off nd from there is not starting but after two hours can start when it's cold

[@user-wn3zp1py8i]

I need help with my car stalling after driving, I disconnect negative cable and starts and run for about ten miles it stalls again without warning

[@ajitbavlecha1348]

Hi, I need your help, i have e90 n47 320d 2009, doesn't start up, with the help of easy start it ignites but cannot hold to idle speed (lower rpms), Already changed HPFP as initially it showed lack of fuel, many thanks

[@veezybee23]

X5 E53 stalled and now cranks but won’t start

[@alvinbergman5388]

I have a 2006 BMW 352 I. It starts up and runs fine But after a while it just sits there and stalls out at a idleAny ideas Is new map sensor new VVT cam and crank but still doing it intake gaskets is new too

[@brendamelendez8597]

The pcv

[@cody967]

If I press the gas pedal to keep running for a minute, mine will stay running once warm 🤷 Any ideas what this could be? I'll check the IAC motor but I don't think that's it, no vacuum leaks I found. 😥

[@jotsinghdhaliwal6848]

same

[@beethoven8256]

Check your DISA valve. If it’s worn out or not. If it’s worn out, replace the Rubber o ring and the flapper, easy fix with the repair kit for DISA valve.

[@beethoven8256]

Check your DISA valve. If it’s worn out or not. If it’s worn out, replace the Rubber o ring and the flapper, easy fix with the repair kit for DISA valve.

[@michanthy1]

Mine is intermittent. Lights on: eml, amber break light, service engine blinking. Runs normally for about 5 minutes and dies. After it goes into limp mode.

[@Imxlilo]

Does it work now? Is soo what’d you do?

[@redafilali2914]

Same for me ? What did you do to fix it and was it expensive?

[@mitchyday6968]

My 320 msport done this. But then completely died now won’t start but no codes coming up

[@PurpleL4bel]

m54 engine revving when going to iddle then it will stall or shut off. afterwards it give me lean codes bank 1 and 2 and no longer stalls but fuel consumption is high.

[@jesusalexanderbracamontes1913]

Thats what I got goin on with misfire

[@PurpleL4bel]

@@jesusalexanderbracamontes1913 I finally got my engine to work almost perfect no more. I had bad spark. So what I did I changed everything coils spark plugs fuel injectors maf sensor ICV after I did this I started to get only rich condition. So I changed all O2 sensors and now my engine don't rev stall or have rough idle. Also check the ends of the catalytic the bolts can be deteorated and air might be leaking from there I also did some fixing in that section. Good luck.

[@sho2proovproduktionz795]

@@jesusalexanderbracamontes1913 did you fix it?

[@Skate_sharpie]

I have changed both vanos solenoids and camshaft sensors and still have rough idle and stalling. Please help. If I can’t figure this out I’ll just take it to the dealership. 2007 328i

[@myckjoseph6850]

Me to 328xi 2008

[@mcforcedswag5202]

my 318ci has a similar issue but it idles fine, just sometimes when im slowing down the engine cuts out randomly. it has no issues starting up again and sounds and feels fine other than when it cuts out. any ideas what could be causing this?

[@gordonbanking4546]

Mine has the same issue did you fix yours?

[@Smokechaser92]

👍

[@issaali6852]

Hi man ,I need your help I have some issues in my BMW 5 SERIUES 530I 2013

[@JorgePerez-pq4nn]

I have a 2007 328i coupe. It turns off at a bump or at a curve at low speed. What could be the problem?

[@tastuz3977]

Found the solution?

[@officialyungtwizted3858]

My codes giving me P1512 n when I search that on KZbin it's saying disa valve

[@tj4957]

The BMW dealership in Kansas said they have no idea how to fix this issue on my 2007 X3. I will send them this. They said they will refund my money and want me to pick up my car. So sad!

[@thet3mplarv509]

Hi I got a problem after releasing the acceleration pedal engine will stay at 1000 revs for few seconds... is that normal? We are talking about e39 530i 2002

[@o0lunchboxxx0o91]

Mine does that too lol not sure if it’s normal or what either lol I like to think it’s got somthing to do with automatics

[@iicarlyy9770]

I’m having this same issue. Matching symptoms. The other thing that’s happening is that if I get it to hold the idle by starting it while hitting the gas, the car shakes very violently. Is this also a symptom for this issue ?

[@xoxxxooxx]

Here’s an example of what my car does I drive home at night and wake up the next morning to go start the car idles fine but then sometimes when you put it in gear and just like let it roll it’ll just like shut off like it’s in neutral it doesn’t lose power but the engine completely does sometimes if I press the gas fast enough the car doesn’t do it after I drive the car for like maybe like 3 minutes. It’s fine drives normally. It’s not the maf there’s a new one in it already

[@civilization95]

@@xoxxxooxx Hey I have the exact same symptoms as you described. Could you figure it out what was bad?

[@quincyfugate1031]

now it won't start and idle unless I put gas down air box wen it's out of gas I it in it

[@hypermatrix8999]

Anyone count how many times he says "guys?" Haha.

[@tayfunkilic7950]

my car sometime died but when i am speed up it is not speedin up after 50 60 mile speeding slowly and rpm moving and no engine light

[@brentlanders20]

Vacuum leak

[@rolandogonzalezsr.8451]

I have a 2003 325i while driving it shuts off but starts right away What could be the problem

[@johno6637]

Mines doing the same, did you find the problem. Mine stalls when slowing down and sometimes sat still at idle.

[@o.tderby4403]

@@johno6637 Hi, did you ever find out what the issue was? I'm now experiencing the same thing. Already changed Airflow mass sensor, but would like opinions on possible problems before purchasing parts not needed.

[@ccachella]

Mine started doing the same thing but there's no check engine light.

[@lota8737]

did you find a solution?

[@asankovlogs]

Help? Car off blower still throwing air??? Bmw

[@Magus2222]

Blower resistor, easy fix

[@raymann4232]

My issue is the car dies if I press the gas pedal too hard from a stop

[@Buenprovecho1]

Did you figure out why ?

[@josh.dclxvi]

My buddies 330xi does this.

[@terrancescruggs1574]

What's you people my 2001 E46 after IDLING for a while just dies with no rough idle

[@terrancescruggs1574]

What could this be

[@guillaumeloyerharmegnies1849]

I dont understand this video...you show us the icv...but you dont do nothing about it

[@raggarNable]

If it only dies sometimes like once a day and never when starting but when like parking

[@carriersignal]

Great video, but everything about these cars is shit!! The materials quality is absolutely horrible. Every time you turn around there is something you have to replace. So much for the overrated and expensive ultimate driving machine.

[@davidrhodes7655]

More overengineering from a German car manufacturer