Some Weird Shit on my new car

MrSoulE93 · 04-03-2008, 12:41 PM

Picked My 2008 335 up about a week and a half ago and some weird shit started happening like the title says. About 2 nights ago when I went to turn my car on it took a long time turningover id say probably about 4 seconds compared to the normal 1 second start. I asked a buddy who has a e90 and he said not to worry about that i was probably holding my figure on the starter. Then last night it did it again and i am sure my fingure was not holding down the starter. Then i just went to try to start it this morning and it did it again only it didnt start first time i tried it again and it started just like normal instant almost. Wtf. It starts its just taking a abnormal amount of time. I guess i was wondering what you guys think it could be and i have a sad feeling im about to have to take her in

any insight would help alot thanks.
Chris

Cerezo · 04-03-2008, 12:42 PM

search "fuel pump".

Tommy420 · 04-03-2008, 12:45 PM

I've had my car for a little over 4 months, and just started experiencing this 2 days ago. I took my car in today and waiting for the results. More likely than not, I'm assuming it's a fuel pump issue. It can also be from the gas you filled in your car.

MrSoulE93 · 04-03-2008, 12:52 PM

i was thinking its the fuel pump because i only use 91 (the best we can get out here in cali) ugh that just makes me sad =/

maximka · 04-03-2008, 12:55 PM

i feel for you

Tommy420 · 04-03-2008, 12:58 PM

I feel for you too buddy...it's very ridiculous that we have to deal with this issue considering we're paying so much for these cars. The company's ignorance of this issue is turning me off from ever buying another BMW again.

Couch · 04-03-2008, 12:59 PM

Before you stress out, go through a couple tanks of gas. If it continues you probably have a fuel pump problem. If it ceases, bad gas.

Neurorad · 04-03-2008, 01:12 PM

I'm don't know the specifics of the fuel pump issue, but is it under warranty?

PITA to bring it to the dealer to replace, but do you get a BMW loaner?

If not, find a new dealer.

Replace fuel pump, not a big deal, is it? I've always skipped by the HPFP threads, since I drive a 330.

E90330iS · 04-03-2008, 01:52 PM

Fuel Pump Fo Sho!

maximka · 04-03-2008, 01:58 PM

man, go to dealer! FUCK THEM!!!

Snowkone · 04-03-2008, 04:38 PM

I'm with COUCH. Try a couple more tanks and verify first. Better to cover your bases than have to wait for the dealership to say the same thing.

Boost Gomez · 04-03-2008, 04:47 PM

The fuel pump already?!?! Damn. I feel for you man.

FastLane · 04-03-2008, 04:53 PM

The delayed start you are experiencing is called "long crank."

Its usually associated with a insufficient supply of fuel (or bad fuel as previously stated) and/or irregular powertrain calibration.

Try starting your vehicle a few times and note when then long crank occurs. ---In that, does it only occur on the first start and not the second, third, etc...Does it only occur when the vehicle has sat overnight? things along those lines.

AND WHEN THE DEALER TELLS YOU THAT THEY CANNOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM, DONT FREAK OUT! BE PATIENT AND TELL THEM THAT YOU HAVE LOGGED THESE ISSUES AS TO THE QUESTIONS ABOVE. THE MORE DEFINITIVE INFO YOU CAN GIVE THEM THE BETTER!

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MrSoulE93 Private First Class 10 Rep 162 Posts Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SoCal 818 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008` 335i [0.00]	Some Weird Shit on my new car Picked My 2008 335 up about a week and a half ago and some weird shit started happening like the title says. About 2 nights ago when I went to turn my car on it took a long time turningover id say probably about 4 seconds compared to the normal 1 second start. I asked a buddy who has a e90 and he said not to worry about that i was probably holding my figure on the starter. Then last night it did it again and i am sure my fingure was not holding down the starter. Then i just went to try to start it this morning and it did it again only it didnt start first time i tried it again and it started just like normal instant almost. Wtf. It starts its just taking a abnormal amount of time. I guess i was wondering what you guys think it could be and i have a sad feeling im about to have to take her in any insight would help alot thanks. Chris
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Cerezo Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 254 Posts Drives: 08 TL Type-S Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Seattle iTrader: (0)	search "fuel pump".
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Tommy420 peace.love.health.happine ss 47 Rep 631 Posts Drives: 2008 335i e92 Montego/Blk lthr Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I've had my car for a little over 4 months, and just started experiencing this 2 days ago. I took my car in today and waiting for the results. More likely than not, I'm assuming it's a fuel pump issue. It can also be from the gas you filled in your car. __________________ 2008 335i e92 Montego blue/black leather, alum brush trim, MT, ZSP, ZPP, nav, ipod/usb, sirius, alum brush e-brake, alum pedals, 35% Madico For pics of my ride, go to www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=108628
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MrSoulE93 Private First Class 10 Rep 162 Posts Drives: E93 335i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: SoCal 818 iTrader: (4) Garage List 2008` 335i [0.00]	i was thinking its the fuel pump because i only use 91 (the best we can get out here in cali) ugh that just makes me sad =/
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Tommy420 peace.love.health.happine ss 47 Rep 631 Posts Drives: 2008 335i e92 Montego/Blk lthr Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	I feel for you too buddy...it's very ridiculous that we have to deal with this issue considering we're paying so much for these cars. The company's ignorance of this issue is turning me off from ever buying another BMW again. __________________ 2008 335i e92 Montego blue/black leather, alum brush trim, MT, ZSP, ZPP, nav, ipod/usb, sirius, alum brush e-brake, alum pedals, 35% Madico For pics of my ride, go to www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=108628
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Couch Colonel 142 Rep 2,900 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [0.00]	Before you stress out, go through a couple tanks of gas. If it continues you probably have a fuel pump problem. If it ceases, bad gas.
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Neurorad Major 87 Rep 1,224 Posts Drives: 2017 340xi Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Location, Location iTrader: (0)	I'm don't know the specifics of the fuel pump issue, but is it under warranty? PITA to bring it to the dealer to replace, but do you get a BMW loaner? If not, find a new dealer. Replace fuel pump, not a big deal, is it? I've always skipped by the HPFP threads, since I drive a 330.
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maximka Captain 19 Rep 779 Posts Drives: bmw 335 xi Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Moscow iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 335xi [0.00] 2007 bmw x5 4.8i [0.00]	man, go to dealer! FUCK THEM!!! __________________ BMW E92 335xi, AW, Saddle Brown, Poplar trim, M-kit , Navi, shift paddles, sport seats, M suspension, [B]High end audio Bmw X5 (2007) 4.8i. Black , Black interior, sport pkg Logic 7. full
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Snowkone Private First Class 1 Rep 171 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Coupe (Sold) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Texas iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i Coupe [0.00]	I'm with COUCH. Try a couple more tanks and verify first. Better to cover your bases than have to wait for the dealership to say the same thing. __________________ 2007 SL55 AMG 2007 E92 335i (Sold)
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Boost Gomez Colonel 51 Rep 2,361 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Miami iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 BMW 335i [0.00]	The fuel pump already?!?! Damn. I feel for you man.
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FastLane Live life in this lane.... 13 Rep 327 Posts Drives: E92 335xi Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chi-Town, USA iTrader: (0)	The delayed start you are experiencing is called "long crank." Its usually associated with a insufficient supply of fuel (or bad fuel as previously stated) and/or irregular powertrain calibration. Try starting your vehicle a few times and note when then long crank occurs. ---In that, does it only occur on the first start and not the second, third, etc...Does it only occur when the vehicle has sat overnight? things along those lines. AND WHEN THE DEALER TELLS YOU THAT THEY CANNOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM, DONT FREAK OUT! BE PATIENT AND TELL THEM THAT YOU HAVE LOGGED THESE ISSUES AS TO THE QUESTIONS ABOVE. THE MORE DEFINITIVE INFO YOU CAN GIVE THEM THE BETTER! __________________ '08 E92 335xi: the girlfriend '04 Yamaha R6: the mistress '99 Mustang Cobra: the wife
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