Idle issue

[ntyhurst]

ok so i just replaced the spark plugs and fuel filter on my 325IS. i did so because the engine was cutting out on me and it was trying to die at idle. now that is not happening but i am getting a very strange idle. when i come to a stop in neutral the tach bounces between 500 and 700 rpms about 3 times and then settles at 700ish. this happens every time. the car is not dying. suggestions?

[CorvallisBMW]

clean out the ICV valve with a good hosing of carb/brake cleaner.

[ntyhurst]

do you mean the Cold Start Valve?

[jlevie]

No, he/she means the Idle Control Valve.

[ntyhurst]

i'm looking for that in the Bentley manual and i can't seem to find it. where is it?

[Cooper]

#5

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=1113&mospid=47309&btnr=13_0597&hg=13&fg=15

[ntyhurst]

thanks. that was really helpful

[Cooper]

;)