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Disney Dreamer - 26 Dec 2005 08:26 GMT

I also have a 1996 318i that refuses to start when temps drop below 50- it
has been to every shop in my area they have no clue?? anyone???

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John Burns - 27 Dec 2005 11:54 GMT

> I also have a 1996 318i that refuses to start when temps drop below 50- it
> has been to every shop in my area they have no clue?? anyone???

Coolant temperature sensor?

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Disney Dreamer - 27 Dec 2005 21:06 GMT

well worth a try...anyone eles???

thx John

>> I also have a 1996 318i that refuses to start when temps drop below 50-
>> it
>> has been to every shop in my area they have no clue?? anyone???
>
> Coolant temperature sensor?

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Dave Plowman (News) - 28 Dec 2005 00:11 GMT

> well worth a try...anyone eles???

It's easily checked with a DVM. The resistance changes with the
temperature.

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Disney Dreamer - 28 Dec 2005 05:19 GMT

thx

>> well worth a try...anyone eles???
>
> It's easily checked with a DVM. The resistance changes with the
> temperature.

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