Bmw m3 e36 idle problem

328i
E36
M52/B28
96-->
Bosch Motronic MS41.1 (OBD-II)
M3
E36
S50us/B30
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Bosch Motronic M3.3.1 w/ EWS-II

M3
E36
S50us/B32
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Bosch Motronic MS41.1 (OBD-II)

BMW E36 328 325 318 M3 Clutch Pedal Bushing Install Guide DIY

1997-1998 E36 Fuse Positions:
There are four fuses (#32, #33, #37, and #44) located in the plastic front power distribution box located in the left-hand rear corner (nearest the driver) of the engine compartment that cover the cigar lighter. The numbers are marked look under box cover.

Drivers side near firewall is the the black fuse/relay front power distribution box. Fog light relay is Relay #5 which is in the middle row looking front driver's side fender, 2nd relay on left end. It also controls the taillight.

For a European M3 coupe (S50 engine) made 01/1998. BMW part number:
Crankshaft with shells: 11211405259
AT-Crankshaft with shells: 11211405262
See RealOEM.com and enter your specific info

try books4cars.com they carry most model BMW I am sure they will have the 97 M3

BMW CUTS OUT
A few things to check.

1. Is fuel pump delivering enough fuel.
2. Is injectors clean. Perhaps dirt in fuel. replace fuel filter
3. Air leakage at top air intake of manifold at ICV idle control valve. Two hoses inside this housing prone to perishing.
4. Throttle position sensor faulty.
5. Mass air flow sensor faulty.
6. ICV faulty or dirty. comon fault on older e36.

Havent done it yet but ICV is easy to clean according to internet. instruction available at bmw e36 blog. All off above can be tested by yourself according to manual.

If you go to www.crutchfield.com they will have a menu for all upgrades to your vehicles sound system including which head units (or stereos) will fit your Bimmer.

~Stillin~

BMW CUTS OUT
A few things to check.

1. Is fuel pump delivering enough fuel.
2. Is injectors clean. Perhaps dirt in fuel. replace fuel filter
3. Air leakage at top air intake of manifold at ICV idle control valve. Two hoses inside this housing prone to perishing.
4. Throttle position sensor faulty.
5. Mass air flow sensor faulty.
6. ICV faulty or dirty. comon fault on older e36.

Havent done it yet but ICV is easy to clean according to internet. instruction available at bmw e36 blog. All off above can be tested by yourself according to manual.

sounds like you have a faulty crank angle sensor or cam angle sensor or both. try replacing them one by one or take it to a workshop with a diagnosis tool to verify.