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I've a problem with misfiring in # 5 cylinder -combustion failure

I have a BMW 330i 2003 model. I have a problem with misfiring which the computer diagnosed as number 5 cylinder combustion failure. The no 5 ingnition coil was replaced and it did not reolve so the spark plugs were cleaned and the throttle body was checked as ok. The problem still exists. Can you advise the next step to diagnose and possible solutions thanks, John

  • toneman2121
    toneman2121 May 11, 2010

    i would check the injector

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1. Swap two ignition coils between #5 cylinder and another one.
2. If the #5 cylinder misfire problem is still present you must check up wire by wire the electrical supply cable from the Engine Control Module (ECM) to the #5 ignition coil. Repair damaged wire(s). The last piece out of order will be the ECM !
3. Inspect also #5 spark plug if it is wet or dry. If it is dry then you must verify the #5 injector!

  • Anonymous Mar 18, 2010

    Swap also two spark plugs between #5 cylinder and another one. Could be also #5 cylinder spark plug out of order!

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