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BMW M52B20TU Troubleshooting
| Engine is not starting or hard starting |
No gasoline in tank - Add fuel.
Low-quality gasoline - Change fuel.
Dirty fuel lines - Inspect and clean.
Loose or disconnected spark plug wire - Inspect the spark plug wire connection, replace or repair.
Spark plug is faulty - Change spark plug.
Ignition failure - Check ignition system and replace faulty parts.
Clogged fuel filter - Change fuel filter.
Fuel lines are clogged - Fuel lines need to be cleaned.
Fuel pump is damaged or dirty - Inspect fuel pump and change as required.
Dirty or faulty fuel injectors - Test fuel injectors and replace if necessary.
Low compression - Check and replace worn parts.
| Engine runs roughly |
Defective ignition - Check ignition system and replace faulty parts.
Air filter element is clogged - Change or service air filter.
Damaged spark plug - Change spark plug.
Fuel pump is defective or dirty - Inspect fuel pump and change as required.
Incorrect valve clearance - Adjust to proper valve clearance.
Ignition timing is incorrect - Adjust ignition timing correctly.
Low idle speed setting is incorrect - Correct the settings.
| Engine starts but then stops |
Faulty spark plug - Replace spark plug.
Dirty or damaged fuel injectors - Service or replace fuel injectors.
Damaged ignition coil - Install a new ignition coil.
Valve springs are worn or loose - Valve springs need to be changed.
Stuck valves - Valves must be cleaned.
| Engine overheating |
Low engine oil level - Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
Engine is overloaded - Reduce the load.
Dirty fuel injectors - Check fuel injectors and clean if necessary.
Ignition timing is wrong - Set the ignition timing properly.
Valve setting is improper - Adjust valves correctly.
Defective radiator cap or clogged radiator fins - Clean radiator or replace cap.
Not enough coolant - Add coolant and check the components of cooling system.
Faulty thermostat - Change thermostat.
Damaged water pump - Install new water pump.
| Abnormal engine noise or knocking |
Stale gasoline - Change fuel.
Engine overloaded - Reduce load.
Lack of engine oil - Check oil level and add oil as required.
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Correct idle settings.
Fuel pump is clogged or faulty - Inspect fuel pump and change as required.
Crankshaft or main bearings wear - Change or repair worn components.
Valve clearance is not correct - Adjustment procedure required.
Worn cylinder bore or piston rings - Change defective components.
| Engine power loss |
Clogged or damaged fuel injectors - Check fuel injectors and change if required.
Air filter is dirty - Service or change air filter.
Dirty or defective fuel pump - Service or change fuel pump.
Ignition system failure - Check ignition system and replace faulty parts.
Damaged cylinder-head gasket - Install new cylinder head gasket.
Stuck or burned valves - Clean or replace valves.
Faulty cylinder block parts - Replace defective parts.
Plugged oil filter - Change or service oil filter.
| High fuel consumption |
Air filter element is plugged - Change or service air filter.
Fuel injectors are dirty or defective - Check fuel injectors and replace if necessary.
Defective or loose spark plug - Spark plug need to be replaced or tightened.
Ignition timing is incorrect - Set the ignition timing correctly.
Burned, worn, or stuck valves - Clean or replace valves.
Rings, sleeve, or piston are damaged - Change faulty parts.
Valve clearance is wrong - Adjustment procedure required.
Weak cylinder compression - Inspect cylinder block and change worn parts.
| Excessive oil consumption |
Gaskets or seals are excessively worn - Replace defective parts.
Valve guides or stems are damaged - Valves replacement required.
Piston rings are stuck or worn - Change the piston rings as required.
Scored piston or cylinder liner - Inspect liner and piston, change as necessary.
| Engine backfires |
Fuel injectors are clogged - Clean or change fuel injectors.
Fuel lines are dirty - Clean fuel system lines.
Bad ignition timing - Ignition timing needs to be set properly.
Valve setting is improper - Valves needs to be set correctly.
Plugged air filter - Clean or replace air filter.
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