Fuel/Starting problem??

Post Mon Jun 28, 2010 1:38 pm

On sunday my '90 320i started then died! We messed around for a bit didnt really do any thing and about 20 mins later it started,
Monday I got in it and it started fine, drove about 5/6 miles turned it off then it wouldnt start again? went back to the car about an hour later and it started fine????

Anyone got any idea what the problem is? Someone said it could be the fuel pump realy getting too hot?

Post Mon Jun 28, 2010 8:15 pm

Anyone?? Please Im getting desprate!

Post Mon Jun 28, 2010 8:37 pm

Cool Ill have a go now and report back

Post Mon Jun 28, 2010 9:03 pm

willnz wrote:You need to start by doing some tests. Without them, it could be any of a number of problems and you will chase yourself around in circles.

Check that you have 12v at the coil with ignition on.
Check that you have 12v out of the main relay at BOTH output terminals (87) with ignition on.
Check that you have 12v at the fuel pump when cranking the motor over.

Use a 12v bulb to check for power.

Got power at all above, I banged the top of the fuel pump with the handle of a hammer and it started? So Im guessing its the pump thats had it?

Post Tue Jun 29, 2010 12:07 am

anyone? I dont want to change it if thets not the problem