Have you checked the VANOS system? This is a variable valve timing and lift mechanism that is supposed to do most of the important work below 3000 rpm. If it fails, it could lead to stalls, loud idling, etc.
There has been an issue with the oil seals drying up internally and rendering the system ...
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- by smogmonster
- Tue Mar 08, 2011 8:39 pm
- Forum: 3 Series (E46)
- Topic: E46 no torque under 1000RPM
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