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jjdickm
10-25-2007, 01:43 AM
I think the timing is off. The engine starts and and it won't really idle. It revs up to about 3000rpm then dies. I check all the hoses and I don't see any obvious problems. I assume its the timing. I adjusted the block to tdc and then head to the have the valves closed on the #1 cylinder. help...

E34N
10-25-2007, 11:45 AM
Check the TPS? throttle position sensor.

jjdickm
10-25-2007, 12:34 PM
What should I look for with the tps? should I test with a volt meter?

E34N
10-25-2007, 03:08 PM
yes... here's the instructions (sorry.. throttle position switch)

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u120/e34ntoys/TPS.jpg

jjdickm
10-25-2007, 05:45 PM
thanks allot I will look into it.

Chris e34
10-26-2007, 10:20 AM
-The ICV might be bad
-the voltage could be off
-TPS switch as mentioned above.

Theres one more thing it could be, but I forget what it is.